Flight Systems Engineer på Heartaerospace i Los Angeles
Heartaerospace · Los Angeles
Flight Systems Engineer
At Heart Aerospace, we are developing the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane capable of carrying 30 passengers, boasting
an electric zero-emission range...
At Heart Aerospace, we are developing the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane capable of carrying 30 passengers, boasting
an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 800 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the
ES-30 by the end of the decade.
Your mission
We are seeking a highly motivated Flight Systems Engineer to join our Mechanisms team. You will play a crucial role in the
system-level design, bring up, debugging, and certification of distributed systems across the ES-30 aircraft. You'll collaborate
with cross-functional teams to design and certify the first commercial electric-hybrid aircraft.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Lead the design of essential systems by collaborating cross-functionally with flight science, software, electrical, mechanical,
and safety engineers.
Lead in-vehicle debugging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of system-level issues, across electrical, mechanical and
software systems. Work across multiple teams to find and efficient solution.
Support bring-up and maintenance of prototype aircraft, integration test benches, Hardware-in-the-Loop environments, and
virtual simulation platforms.
Create and execute system-level integration plans for a complete system or subsystem.
Contribute to the software verification and validation strategy in accordance with DO-178C objectives.
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in system integration, ideally in the aerospace or automotive domain.
Strong understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS), communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, LIN, …), and system-level
integration practices.
Proficiency in Rust, C/C++, or Python for automation and testing.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines, and integration frameworks.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:
Experience with DO-178C, DO-254, DO-160G, DO-331, or other safety-critical standards.
Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry
Education
Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or
At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric
zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the
end of the decade.
Your mission
As part of the Flight Mechanisms team, you will be responsible for design, development, validation, and eventually certification
of components including primary and secondary flight control actuators, propulsion and landing gear components, and environmental
control (ECS) components. You will work with electrical, software, and mechanical engineers across teams to build and fly complex
systems.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited
* The opportunity to exercise full ownership over the design, fabrication and test of novel flight components.
* You will lead the design of crucial subcomponents including gears, bearings, seals.
* Design, build and test components to environmental qualification standards such as DO-160G, MIL-STD-810, or similar.
* Work will a cross-functional team developing electronic and software control systems.
(This position can be hired as a Mechanical Design Engineer or Senior Mechanical Design Engineer )
Skills & Requirements:
You'll Bring These Qualifications for Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanisms
* 2+ years experience using CAD software in a professional environment (e.g., NX, CATIA, SolidWorks or similar).
* Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including design (CAD), analysis (FEA/hand calcs), and fabrication (machine shop)
* Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or electromechanical (motorized) systems.
* Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry.
You'll Bring These Qualifications for Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanisms
* 5+ years experience using CAD software in a professional environment (e.g., NX, CATIA, SolidWorks or similar).
* Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including design (CAD), analysis (FEA/hand calcs), and fabrication (machine shop)
* Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or electromechanical (motorized) systems.
* Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry.
These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:
* Thorough familiarity with aerospace design and regulatory standards (e.g., FAA, EASA) such as DO-160G, MIL-STD-810, or similar.
* Demonstrated experience with hand-calculation methods for preliminary and verification analysis of complex mechanical systems.
* Strong understanding of mechanical manufacturing fundamentals, including advanced GD&T concepts and application for mechanisms.
* Proven capability to take designs from concept through to analysis and production, working independently and collaboratively
with cross-functional teams.
Education
* Bachelor's in mechanical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or similar engineering discipline.
Base Pay Range:
$124,000—$176,000 USD
At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric
zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the
end of the decade.
Your mission
As part of the Flight Mechanisms team, you will be responsible for design, development, validation, and eventually certification
of components including primary and secondary flight control actuators, propulsion and landing gear components, and environmental
control (ECS) components. You will work with electrical, software, and mechanical engineers across teams to build and fly complex
systems.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited
* The opportunity to exercise full ownership over the design, fabrication and test of novel flight components.
* You will lead the design of crucial subcomponents including gears, bearings, seals.
* Design, build and test components to environmental qualification standards such as DO-160G, MIL-STD-810, or similar.
* Work will a cross-functional team developing electronic and software control systems.
(This position can be hired as a Staff Mechanical Design Engineer or Principal Mechanical Design Engineer )
Skills & Requirements:
You'll Bring These Qualifications for Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanisms
* 8+ years experience using CAD software in a professional environment (e.g., NX, CATIA, SolidWorks or similar).
* Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including design (CAD), analysis (FEA/hand calcs), and fabrication (machine shop)
* Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or electromechanical (motorized) systems.
* Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry.
You'll Bring These Qualifications for Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanisms
* 12+ years experience using CAD software in a professional environment (e.g., NX, CATIA, SolidWorks or similar).
* Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including design (CAD), analysis (FEA/hand calcs), and fabrication (machine shop)
* Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and/or electromechanical (motorized) systems.
* Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry.
These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:
* Thorough familiarity with aerospace design and regulatory standards (e.g., FAA, EASA) such as DO-160G, MIL-STD-810, or similar.
* Demonstrated experience with hand-calculation methods for preliminary and verification analysis of complex mechanical systems.
* Strong understanding of mechanical manufacturing fundamentals, including advanced GD&T concepts and application for mechanisms.
* Proven capability to take designs from concept through to analysis and production, working independently and collaboratively
with cross-functional teams.
Education
* Bachelor's in mechanical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or similar engineering discipline.
Base Pay Range:
$173,000—$257,000 USD
At Heart Aerospace, we are developing the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane capable of carrying 30 passengers, boasting
an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 800 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the
ES-30 by the end of the decade.
As we transition from prototype to production, we are expanding our in-house electronics capability to deliver flight-worthy
actuators, controls, and monitoring systems that match the ambition of our aircraft.
Your mission
We are seeking a Electrical Engineer who excels in owning the full printed-circuit-board assembly (PCBA) lifecycle—from concept
and schematic capture through layout, verification, and manufacturing release. In this role, you will design multiple boards in
parallel, coordinate build schedules, and work closely with software and mechanical teams to deliver tightly integrated subsystems
for flight-critical applications.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Architect & design PCBAs for high-reliability, mixed-signal, and power-conversion applications (up to 900 V DC and high-speed
digital buses).
* Own schematic capture, component selection, and constraint-driven layout using Altium Designer (or similar), while enforcing
design rules for signal integrity, thermal management, and manufacturability.
* Perform design reviews, simulations, and worst-case circuit analyses (SI/PI, DFMEA, thermal, EMC) to meet DO-160, DO-254, and
RTCA environmental standards.
* Lead bring-up and validation testing, authoring test plans and writing Python/Rust/C test scripts in collaboration with
software engineers.
* Collaborate daily with mechanical engineers to optimize board outlines & connectors.
* Drive continuous improvement in Heart’s electronics development workflow—automating checks, tightening version control, and
mentoring junior engineers.
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
* 3+ years of professional experience in PCBA design and NPI for safety-critical or aerospace products.
* Proven ownership of at least one product from concept to volume production
* Proficiency in ECAD tools (Altium or equivalent)
* Expertise in high-speed communication (Ethernet), power electronics (up to kW-level), and embedded-system interfaces (CAN,
ARINC-429, Ethernet, SPI/I²C).
* Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, VNAs, thermal chambers) and debugging of EMI/EMC issues.
These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:
* Experience certifying electronics for Part 23/25 aircraft or eVTOL platforms.
* Working knowledge of design assurance processes (DO-160, DO-254, IPC-2221/2222, IPC-7351).
* Knowledge of motor-drive control or battery-management circuitry.
Education
* Bachelor’s or master's in electrical engineering (or equivalent).
Base Pay Range:
$113,000—$216,000 USD
