Staff Aerospace Engineer - Performance and Design

Job Description Job Description Staff Aerospace Engineer - Performance and Design Job Summary: Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) is seeking a full-timeStaffAerospace Engineer - Performance and Design, to join our team in San Luis Obispo, CA. TheStaffAerospace Engineer willassistin the multi-functional product development of newaircraftdesign and control systems while collaborating with other engineering disciplines and project personnel. Responsibilities and Duties: Conduct aircraft conceptual design and sizing studies. Analysis of aerodynamics, propulsion, flight performance, etc. Setting up and running vehicle and component optimizations. Perform analysis, simulation, and engineering trade studies to support design decisions. Research about technologies, analysis methods, standards, and regulations to guide aircraft design. Develop, test, and implement custom software-based design tools. Leads, manages, plans, and functions as the technical or subject matter expert Responsible for identification and execution of continuous improvements Drives end-to-end technical strategy and execution within area of specialization Supports organizational learning through knowledge sharing, documentation, and training Contributes to long-term strategic planning within the discipline Clearly communicate engineering ideas, progress, and results using written reports and oral presentations to supervisors, project managers, and customers. Collaborate with team members toaccomplishproject goals ina timelyfashion. Required Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineeringor equivalent. 9+ years of relevant engineering experience. Proficiencywith MATLAB and/or Python. Proficiencywithaircraftflight performance analysis and conceptual design. Fundamental understanding of related disciplines including aerodynamics,aircraftstability & control, thermal analysis, structures, electronics, systems engineering, computational optimization, etc. Proficiencywith the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong writing & presentation skills. Willing torelocateto San Luis Obispo,CA . DesiredQualifications and Skills: Master's degree in aerospace engineeringor equivalent and/or 5+ years of experience. Experience with Simulink, Python, VBA, C++, and/or other coding languages. Experience withOpenVSP/ VSPAERO, XFOIL, AVL,etc.. Experience with CFD tools using Altair, OVERFLOW, or similar. Experience performing flight loads analysis. Experience setting up and running optimization tools. Experience using programming version control software such as Git. Experience with CAD modeling using SolidWorks or similar. Experience with requirements capture at theaircraftand/or systems level. Familiarity with the design ofaircraftand commonaircraftsystems. Familiarity with eVTOLaircraft. Familiarity with civil and military regulations for fixed wing and rotary wingaircraft. Familiarity with electric vertical takeoff / landing (eVTOL) design concepts. Familiarity with the urban air mobility (UAM) market space. Comprehensive Benefits & Perks: Health & Wellness:Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families. Paid Time Off:Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hoursaccruedplus anadditional40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off. Life Insurance:$25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with theoptiontopurchaseadditionalcoverage for employees and their families. Supplemental Coverage:Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage. Health Savings Account (HSA):Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses. Retirement Savings:401(k) with a company match to support your financial future. Paid Holidays:Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year. Work Environment:A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture. Ideal Location:Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play! Company Overview: Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below. Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize incutting-edgesystem design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities whilemaintainingthe highest standards of engineering services. At ESAero, wedon’tjust build products, we engineer solutions that propel the aerospace industry forward. **This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA** _____________________________________________________________ ESAero is an equal opportunity employer. E-Verify participationrequiredfor employment. All ESAero positions require US citizenship or US resident status. xmvmafu Must be able to pass background check and drug test. Hiring Range: $130-175kSalary/Exempt Powered by JazzHR 7zBgHlKTt8