Senior Design Engineering Specialist- Wing and Empennage (CANADA)
Note: This position opening is in Canada and initially will be fully remote until the office is established.
About EOS Aircraft, Inc.:
EOS Aircraft, Inc. is an innovative aviation company dedicated to developing a new electric regional airplane that represents the next leap in sustainable aviation technology. Our mission is to redefine regional air travel by offering an environmentally friendly, efficient, and cutting-edge electric aircraft solution. We are on a journey to make air travel more sustainable and accessible and pride ourselves on innovation and collaboration. We are looking for a Senior Design Engineering Specialist with wing and/or empennage design experience in supporting its design from conceptual design phase to certification and contribute to our efforts in this exciting and challenging endeavor.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Head of Structures & Design, the Senior Design Engineering Specialist will use their strong track record of experience and be an integral part of an engineering team capable of developing an advanced groundbreaking sustainable airplane concept. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both technical development and problem-solving in a dynamic, fast-paced working environment. We are seeking an individual with strong technical skills and familiar with civilian compliance regulations for Part 25 aircraft (FAA/TCCA) and demonstrate compliance of designs as they progressed through the development cycles into flight test. The candidate must show a successful track record in modeling, auditing, and capturing design release processes and methods for various applications using both metallic and advanced composite materials.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of conceptual and preliminary aircraft designs, focusing on wing, empennage and control surfaces, including aerodynamic, structural, and systems integration.
- Use his knowledge and experience to play an integral part in performing design lay outs for sizing for a variety of configurations and trade studies, including skin-stringer and/or sandwich structures for primary and integrate with secondary structures such as fairings, trailing edge and aerodynamic control and energy storage systems.
- Participate and lead design reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies.
- Transition new materials and fabrication processes and novel technologies from research and development including advanced composite sandwich construction methods into production, considering manufacturing processes and the scalability of designs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate design concepts and progress to the EOS team.
- Ability to schedule task and provide status to upper-level management using the latest project tool
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong foundation in aerospace engineering principles and legacy aircraft designs, including aerodynamics, propulsion, materials, and structures.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWork, 3DX, NX) and familiarity with simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, MATLAB, NASTRAN).
- Strong experience in materials (metallic and composite) and manufacturing techniques that supports the best approach for design to manufacturing.
- Strong advanced surface modeling for conceptual layouts would be a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Enthusiasm for learning and a proactive attitude towards tackling engineering challenges.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a focus on delivering high-quality results.
- Experience with managing suppliers technically during a design and build or build to model relationship.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations (e.g., FAA, TCCA, EASA).
- Experience in establishing manufacturing plans, including tolerance analysis and Design for Manufacturing Assembly (DFMA).
Desired Attributes:
- Prior experience in an aerospace start-up or with (electric) aircraft development is highly valued.
- Published technical papers and presented them in a professional society and named as inventor on patent awards.
- Experience working with certification authorities
- A strong passion for innovation in aviation and a commitment to advancing sustainable transport solutions.
Joining EOS Aircraft, Inc. means being part of a dynamic team that is passionate about creating the future of aviation. You'll work at the cutting edge of aerospace technology, contributing to the development of the world’s most sustainable regional aircraft. We offer a stimulating work environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on the world, promoting greener, more efficient air travel.
EOS Aircraft, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.