Supernal Engineering Headquarters in Irvine, California
Sr. Engineer, Rotor Blade Design
Irvine, CA
Rise above. Are you ready to take human possibility to a new dimension with us?
Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company that’s developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging industry. By creating a sustainable, integrated, and human-centered ecosystem, we are committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of safety and reliability in today’s air transportation system.
The future of mobility starts with people. 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. Join our dynamic team as we strive to be a part of something greater where potential powers tomorrow!
Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.
What we do:
The Sr. Rotor Blade Designer conducts 3D conceptual layouts of rotor blades including rough sizing, creation of surfaces with compound contours, section property development, laminate design, and design considerations pertinent to mass production. This position works closely with Dynamicists and Stress and Fatigue Analysts as well as other team members within the engineering department.
What you can do:
- Interact with Aerodynamicists, Acousticians, Dynamicists and Stress and Fatigue Analysts
- Create technical specifications, design components and assemblies in 3DExperience, create 2D drawings with appropriate GD&T and release those drawings in the Supernal PLM system
- Responsible for the components/assemblies designed from conceptual design through buildup and test of the prototype and production air vehicles.
- Support the Dynamic Systems Team in the integration of the rotor system into the air vehicle in the following areas:
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- Rotor blade to hub integration
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- Rotor blade instrumentation integration
- Technical oversite of the suppliers of any components which assemble into the rotor blade
- Collaborate with the Assembly and Integration Team to provide prototype parts to support system level testing and engineering builds
- Partner with the Test and Flight Operations Team to plan, support, and conduct tests as required
- Maintain and update Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) reports for the rotor system and components
- Create Purchase Requisitions and other engineering administrative tasks as required to support prototype build and testing
- Other duties as assigned
What you can contribute:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required; Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering degree preferred
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience working on helicopter and/or tiltrotor rotor systems (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
- Eight (8) years’ experience working on rotor systems preferred
- Experience with developing rotor system test plans
- Experience with data collection and analysis
- Prior background with rotor system tests
- Prior background knowledge of electric and hybrid powertrain systems
- Knowledge of a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software such as 3D Experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in using a 3D Computer Aided Design System (Catia V6, Solidworks, Solid Edge, Auto CAD or equivalent)
- Conceptual design including 3D layouts
- Vehicle and related sub-component product development processes
- Familiarity with composite rotor blade production processes
- Works well with all levels of management, including executive management
- Must display ability to identify problems, recommend solutions, and negotiate and execute contingency plans
- Must be able to accept personal responsibility and accountability for major analytical and planning assignments
- Proven experience with successfully interacting directly with management and multi-functional leaders as required
- Strong teamwork skills; able to develop consensus and move the program forward
Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus as part of total compensation.
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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: ta-support@supernal.aero
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).