Manager, Aircraft Design & Performance

Lead aircraft-level design, sizing, and performance development for electric aircraft platforms.

Own multidisciplinary vehicle trade studies including weight, aerodynamics, propulsion integration, mission performance, stability, controllability, thermal constraints, manufacturability, and operational capability.

Drive rapid concept iteration and down-selection using simulation, analysis, testing, and engineering judgment.

Develop and maintain aircraft performance models and sizing tools to support design decisions and program planning.

Define high-level aircraft architecture and guide configuration development from early concept through prototype and flight test.

Work cross-functionally with propulsion, structures, electrical, software, controls, manufacturing, and flight test teams to drive integrated vehicle development.

Lead technical decision-making under aggressive timelines and evolving program requirements.

Support wind tunnel testing, propulsion testing, flight testing, and correlation of simulation models to real-world data.

Mentor and grow a small multidisciplinary engineering team while maintaining deep individual technical contribution.

Identify technical risks early and drive practical engineering solutions with a strong bias toward execution and rapid iteration.

Help establish scalable engineering workflows, analysis methods, and development processes appropriate for a fast-moving aerospace startup.