Propulsion Engineer, Electric

Autonomous Defense for the World’s Most Critical Missions

DZYNE is comprised of the top minds in the field, proven in their ability to not only conceive of groundbreaking designs, but also to deliver functioning systems with precision, agility and innovation at every turn. Our expertise lies in aerodynamics, structural design, systems engineering, flight test, artificial intelligence, and software development. We are the future of autonomous defense ecosystems.

From engineering and programming to operations, DZYNE Technologies is seeking talented individuals ready to take on meaningful challenges and help develop industry-defining technology. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built on innovation, teamwork, integrity, and customer service.

DZYNE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. DZYNE complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms.

Position:Propulsion Engineer, Electric

Location: Irvine, CA

Job :1243

# of Openings:1

About DZYNE

DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.

We’re growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success.

Ready to do work that matters? Join us.

Position Title: Propulsion Engineer, Electric

Location: Irvine, CA

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electric Propulsion Engineer to support the design, integration, and optimization of propulsion systems for Group 1–2 electric aircraft. This role focuses on selecting, tuning, and validating ducted fans, propellers, motors, motor controllers, and battery systems to achieve performance requirement for new aircraft designs.

Required

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the selection, sizing, and integration of electric propulsion components including ducted fans, open propellers, motors, motor controllers, and batteries.
• Perform system-level trade studies to balance thrust, efficiency, thermal performance, weight, and mission endurance.
• Conduct tuning, calibration, and performance optimization of motors and motor controllers across varying load conditions and flight profiles.
• Develop propulsion test plans and support bench testing, ground testing, and flight testing activities.
• Analyze test data and generate recommendations to improve system reliability, safety margins, and energy efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with aerodynamics, airframe, avionics, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of propulsion systems.
• Support the creation of technical documentation including specifications, integration guides, and validation reports.
• Contribute to failure mode analysis, thermal modeling, and risk mitigation related to electric propulsion hardware.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, supplier capabilities, and best practices in electric propulsion for small, unmanned aircraft

• 5–7 years of direct experience in electric propulsion within the aerospace or UAV industry.
• Hands-on experience selecting and tuning ducted fans, propellers, motors, ESCs, and batteries for Group 1–2 aircraft.
• Strong familiarity with propulsion performance metrics including thrust, RPM, torque, efficiency, voltage sag, and thermal behavior.
• Experience with propulsion modeling tools and instrumentation for data capture.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve propulsion-related integration and performance issues.

• Fluency in…