Lead Mass Properties 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 Lead Mass Properties Engineer to support the development of our EL9 Ultra Short aircraft. This is an incredible opportunity to make a direct impact on a cutting‑edge development program.

• Lead mass properties control and management execution across for the EL9 program.
• Conduct advanced design weight estimation to develop preliminary weight estimates to support advanced design proposals, prototyping efforts, trade studies, etc.
• Develop current and forecasted weight, balance, and mass properties data.
• Perform estimation, calculation, and measurement/verification of mass, center of gravity, and inertias of components, assemblies and completed systems.
• Develop mass properties processes and tools to be implemented across Electra.
• Coordinate with SME's across the program to understand weight impacts of design decisions.
• Support the development and presentation of weight status or technical data to design teams and program leadership.
• Review and support detail and installation drawing release processes.
• Work under minimal direction.
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills and enjoys working in a team environment.

• B.S. in STEM discipline
• 5+ years of mass properties experience
• Experience with applicable industry recommended mass properties practices
• A strong work ethic and ability to independently execute the areas described by the responsibilities and essential functions.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience with 3D solid modeling software applications (preferably NX) and product data management tools (Team Center).
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), certification procedures (especially Part 23), and relevant industry standards.
• US Person Preferred.

Corporate headquarters in Manassas, VA. This position requires an onsite presence.

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Electra's salary range for this position is: $ - . Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and/or training, role, level, location, and project.

In addition to offering an exciting work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making Ultra Short flight a reality, at Electra, we offer an unparalleled total rewards package. Electra offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance, generous PTO and sick leave, company holidays, paid winter break, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.

Life at Electra includes a variety of perks, such as free catered lunches, amazing coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit, free parking, and opportunities for much more.

Work is typically performed in a warehouse/aviation and office environment, which requires proper safety precautions. Work may require some physical effort in handling light materials, boxes, power tools, prototypes, and different materials or equipment. Due to the nature of our business and projects, some fieldwork may be required, working in both indoor and outdoor conditions. You may need to lift up to 50 lbs.

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