Sr. Drive System Analysis Engineer

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.

The Sr. Drive System Analysis Engineer is responsible for analysis of complex mechanical components including gears, housings, bearings, clutches, shafts and the associated cooling and lubrication systems, and will interact extensively with Dynamicists, Test & Evaluation, Materials and Process engineers, the Drive System Design team, and the Airframe team.

This position will be required to work on-site 5 days a week.

• Perform hand calculations and finite element analysis of conceptual and preliminary drive system designs at the detail and assembly levels, and iterate with Drive System Design Engineers to size components appropriately for static and fatigue loads
• Investigate and compare design factors such as materials, performance, weight, and stiffness & strength requirements
• Perform diverse and sophisticated product development by applying engineering principles and developing new or unique stress analysis tools/methods as required
• Analysis of damage limits and tolerances for various drive system structural components
• Document stress analysis for safety of test and safety of flight reviews
• Write test plans for coupon and sub-component testing and assist with execution of these tests
• Complete the applicable reports and develop analysis packages for review and release
• Evaluate full-scale system testing data during ground testing, flight test, and civil certification to validate designs and analysis
• Analyze damage limits and tolerances for various structural components
• May require up to 10% of domestic and international travel
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of five to eight (5-8) years of experience in stress analysis of helicopter and/or tiltrotor drive systems (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
• Experience with finite element analysis software such as ANSYS, PATRAN, or NASTRAN and familiarity with bearing design/analysis as well as the AGMA standards
• Experience with developing drive system test plans
• Experience with data collection and analysis
• Prior background with drive systems tests
• Proven track record in Mechanical Engineering Analysis in the aerospace or automotive design space, focused on mechanical components such as gears, bearings, clutches, shafting, cooling and lubrication
• Proficiency with engineering design definition including 3D modeling, requirement capture, and specification development
• Proven understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Knowledge of a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software such as 3D Experience
• Must display ability to identify problems, recommend solutions, and negotiate and implement contingency plans
• Must be able to accept personal responsibility and accountability for major analytical and planning assignments
• Communicates directly with management and cross-functional leaders as required
• Strong teamwork skills. Able to develop consensus and move the program forward. Develop win-win situations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Any 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, disability status or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a 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: [email protected]

This position may include access to certain technology and/or software source code subject to U.S. export controls laws and regulations. If an export authorization from an applicable US regulatory agency is required in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal’s receipt of such regulatory authorization(s) and your continued compliance with all conditions and limitations pursuant to such authorization(s).