Sr. Airframe Designer
Company: Supernal
Location: Whittier
Posted on: May 14, 2022
Job Description:
Supernal is at the forefront of creating emerging mobility
solutions that will foster the development of human-centered
cities. We are designing a completely new electric vertical
take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft tailored to the mobility
needs of future cities. This allows passengers a seamless
intermodal journey that safely transports them to their final
destination. We fuse research in autonomy, robotics, aviation and
services to define a new category of mobility for the world's
communities. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to
help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving
people's ability to move - whether for work or play.What we do: The
Sr. Airframe Designer is responsible for driving all aspects of
design and certification of the airframe structure. The role will
assist in building the fundamental framework of standard processes
and procedures within the subject area while leading the design
team throughout the conceptual, preliminary, and detail design.
This will include the building of prototype and flight test
aircraft. The Sr. Airframe Designer contemplates design for
manufacturing from the beginning and ensures a smooth transition
into production with the operations team. The role collaborates
with all technical development teams, including systems, interiors,
flight technology, and manufacturing.What you can do:
- Perform airframe design studies, layouts, and released details
and assemblies
- Ensure the airframe design meets production rate targets
- Ensure the airframe design is weight efficient and
certifiable
- Ensure all systems interface requirements are met
- Support the manufacturing team in developing production
technology
- Design and support prototype and flight test efforts
- Develop standard methodologies for airframe design
- Other duties as assigned.What you can contribute:
- B.S. in relevant engineering field
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in airframe design (an
equivalent combination of education and experience may be
considered)
- Expert CATIA or UG driver
- Experience in composites design
- Experience with aircraft development programs
- Experience leading teams
- Experience with project management
- Experience with Earned Value Management
- Experience with prototyping
- Highly collaborative
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Must have the ability to independently prioritize and
accomplish work within time constraints
- Self-motivated and forward-thinking personality
- Proficiency with MS Office SuiteYou may also be able to
contribute:
- MBA or M.S. in engineering preferred
- Experience in structural analysis preferredAny offer of
employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a
background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value
diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender,
gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may
request to be provided reasonable accommodation to participate in
the job application or interview process, to perform essential job
functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of
employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at:
ta-support@supernal.aeroThis position may include access to certain
technology and/or software source code, that will be subject to
U.S. export control laws. If an export license or other export
control authorization is required in connection with your
employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal's receipt
of such license or authorization and approvals and your continued
compliance with all conditions and limitations contained in such
license or authorization.
Keywords: Supernal, Whittier , Sr. Airframe Designer, Other , Whittier, California
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