Principal Systems Engineer

Principal Systems Engineer
About Electra

At Electra, we're pioneering sustainable aviation by developing hybrid-electric Ultra Short Takeoff and Landing aircraft designed to transform regional air mobility, by making air travel more efficient, quieter, and environmentally friendly. Able to operate from soccer field-sized spaces, our Ultra Short unlocks a new era of aviation through what we call Direct Aviation - the next level of connectivity bringing air travel closer to where we live, work, and play.

Headquartered in Northern Virginia, with additional locations in Switzerland, we're building a diverse team of global professionals passionate about redefining the future of aviation.

Electra is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support systems engineering activities and IPT coordination for the prototype 9-passenger hybrid electric eSTOL (electric short takeoff and landing) aircraft. This is an incredible hands‑on opportunity to make a direct impact on a cutting‑edge development program.

• Developing and maintaining system engineering processes for the program.
• Leading requirements management activities for the program, including developing requirements, establishing requirements traceability verification matrices (RVTM) and supporting verification analysis and testing.
• Performing safety and reliability analysis, including (but not limited to) Functional Hazard Assessments, Fault Tree Analysis, and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis.
• Collaborating with Integrated Product Teams to define and manage system and subsystem interfaces.
• Supporting aircraft level processes and documentation, including CONOPs development and risk management planning.
• Providing subject matter expertise, technical review, and mentoring to a broad team of engineers.
• Interfacing with customers, suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure program alignment.

• B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Systems Integration (or related STEM discipline) and
• 10 or more years of experience in relevant discipline areas (or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience).

• Experience with the aircraft development process and understanding of aircraft systems and integration
• Experience applying systems engineering methods and tools, including requirements development and system safety analysis.
• Experience managing suppliers, vendors and projects across different functional teams
• A strong work ethic and ability to independently execute the areas described by the responsibilities and essential functions.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience leading systems engineering activities on an aircraft platform.
• Experience supporting prototype development programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), certification procedures (especially Part 23), and relevant industry standards.
• US Person (Citizen or Green Card) Preferred
• Licensed Pilot Preferred

Headquarters in Manassas, VA. To encourage close collaboration this position requires daily onsite hours.