Senior EWIS Wiring Engineer

Senior EWIS Wiring Engineer

Long Beach, CA

Today's aircraft contribute around 4% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars. This is only going to increase:
Air travel is forecasted to double by 2050, while meaningful efficiency gains using current airplanes have hit a wall. Jet Zero is developing a blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft. It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion. Jet Zero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel.

We are experienced aerospace professionals and engineers, excited about the future. That future will only be possible if we share our vision and what it means to people's lives: carbon-free flight that is better for both passengers and airlines around the world.

• Define and maintain EWIS architecture, including wiring routing, separation, protection, and termination strategies.
• Develop and manage EWIS requirements and compliance documents per FAA/EASA regulations.
• Conduct zonal analyses to ensure segregation, redundancy, and safety compliance.
• Support trade studies to optimize EWIS routing for BWB and nontraditional layouts, balancing weight, maintainability, and safety.
• Collaborate with systems teams (avionics, electrical power, propulsion, environmental control, structures) for EWIS integration.
• Coordinate with design teams on harness design, installation requirements, and connector selection.
• Assist in developing EWIS design tools, digital mock-ups, and routing databases.
• Prepare and present technical documentation for certification authorities and internal design reviews.
• Provide support during manufacturing, installation, and testing phases.

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in EWIS architecture development for transport or commercial aircraft.
• Strong understanding of FAA/EASA Part 25 EWIS requirements and related guidance material (AC 25.1701-1, AMC 20-22, etc.).
• Proficiency with wire schematics and harness design in Siemens Capital.
• Create and maintain electrical standard parts catalog, BOM, and wiring list.
• Support other systems to define equipment interfaces and harmonize across systems to support wiring interconnects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of working across disciplines.

• Experience with novel aircraft layouts (e.g., blended wing body, eVTOL, or distributed propulsion).
• Familiarity with electrical bonding, shielding, and EMI/EMC compliance.
• Knowledge of system safety assessments (SSA/FHA) and their impact on EWIS design.
• Background in Nx electrical routing tools.
• Background in production/installation processes for wiring harnesses.
• Experience with digital twin/model-based systems engineering (MBSE) for EWIS.
• Completion of degree or certification from a trade school and/or A&P license.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing with wire routing, dressing, hook-up/mating connections.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing with wire rework (wire repair, rerouting, connector disconnect, pin removal/install, splicing, soldering, and heat shrink).

Compensation:

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $180,000 to $220,000. We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Equity tax advisory services
• Supportive work culture

We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.

• Our First Chat: During this first conversation, you'll meet with a recruiter or hiring team member to chat through your background, what you could bring to our team, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are.
• The Hiring Manager Interview:
  You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and what success means s is your chance to really nerd out with someone in your field.
• The Panel:
  Learn more about the team, responsibilities, and workflows. You should be prepared to speak about past projects, how you collaborate and communicate with others, and how you live our values. Depending on the team and role you are interviewing for, you may meet with several teammates as well as cross-functional partners.
• The Executive Review: A chance to meet an executive and view Jet Zero from a different lens. Be prepared to ask well-thought-out questions about the company, culture, and more.

Depending on the position you are interviewing for, there may also be a Take Home Exercise as part…