Mechanical Engineer, Powertrain Integration (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Mechanical Engineer, Powertrain Integration (Aerospace): Designing mechanical integration solutions for powertrain components on electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with an accent on turboshaft engine integration, ducting systems, and structural interfaces. Focus on optimizing duct designs for thermal efficiency, verifying system performance through handbook calculations, and overseeing prototype development from design to testing.

Location: San Jose, California, United States

Salary: $144,000 - $198,000

Company

hirify.global is an aerospace company building all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to advance sustainable air mobility.

What you will do

• Design mechanical integration solutions for powertrain components, including generators and turboshaft engines.
• Develop detailed metallic parts, assemblies, and inlet/exhaust ducting systems for thermal management.
• Collaborate with aerothermal and structural analysts to optimize performance, pressure drop, and fatigue requirements.
• Own the full prototype development lifecycle, including requirements, design, BOM, procurement, assembly, and testing.
• Perform handbook calculations and interface with suppliers for COTS solutions.
• Create technical drawings and develop verification testing strategies (e.g., DO-160G).

Requirements

• 5+ years of engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience integrating air-breathing turbomachinery or propulsion systems (Turbofan, Turboshaft).
• Proficiency in CAD (Solidworks, NX) and managing complex assemblies in Team Center.
• Expertise in FEA tools (NASTRAN, ANSYS, Abaqus) and GD&T for manufacturing drawings.
• Hands-on experience with carbon composites, sheet metal ducting, and metallic structures.
• Must be authorized to work in the US; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice to have

• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of electric powertrain systems or aerospace systems.
• Experience with Part 23 Certification and/or ARP4754A.
• Familiarity with Atlassian Jira and Confluence.
• Experience transitioning vehicles from prototype phase to mass production.

Culture & Benefits

• Pay-for-performance culture with rewards aligned with company strategy.
• Commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace environment.
• Support for employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.