Senior Structural Design Engineer

What is JetZero? 

Today’s aircraft contribute around 4% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars. This is only going to increase: Air travel is forecasted to double by 2050, while meaningful efficiency gains using current airplanes have hit a wall. 

JetZero is developing a blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft. It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion. JetZero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel. 

The JetZero team 

We are experienced aerospace professionals and engineers, excited about the future. That future will only be possible if we share our vision and what it means to people’s lives: carbon-free flight that' is better for both passengers and airlines around the world. 

JetZero is in growth mode. As a Senior Structural Design Engineer, you will be responsible for design, review, and approval of aircraft primary and secondary structures.  

What You’ll Do:

• Design and develop aircraft structures using Model Based Definition (MBD) principles and tools.
• Establish and maintain the Digital Thread, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of product data throughout the product lifecycle.
• Generate, review, and/or approve:
• Engineering model based drawings and design specifications
• Design engineering processes and manuals
• Conduct multi-disciplinary design reviews internally and with suppliers throughout the phases of development
• Conduct trade studies as necessary to validate that structures architectures meet all requirements
• Work with various company departments to ensure integrated structural designs meet all system and aircraft-level requirements.
• Training and mentoring other engineers.

Additional responsibilities:

• Develop and coordinate Building Block test program
• Conduct test programs as necessary to validate that structures architecture meet all requirements
• Generate, review, and/or approve:
  • Structural test plans and reports
  • Compliance documentation

What You Bring:

Preferred Design Experience:

• Composite and Metallic Structures, Principle Structural Elements, Primary Structural Elements, Load Path Optimization, Bolted Joint Design, Bonded Joint Design, Material Selection, Product Structure Development, Structural Architecture, Structural Design Methods.

Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited university, and experience with related software tools such as Siemens NX and FiberSim is preferred. 

Compensation: 

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $135,000-165,000. We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.  

Benefits 

• Unlimited PTO 
• 10 paid holidays 
• 401(k) 
• Medical, Dental, Life insurance 
• Disability Insurance 
• Life Insurance 
• Equity tax advisory services 
• Supportive work culture 

 

The Interview Process  

We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.  

• Our First Chat: During this first conversation, you’ll meet with a recruiter or hiring team member to chat through your background, what you could bring to our team, what you are