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Chief Engineer

Skyryse
Location
El Segundo, CA
Posted
18 days ago
Department
Engineering Management
Salary
$250,000 - $300,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or a related field — or equivalent practical experience
  • 10+ years of professional experience in full-cycle engineering roles
  • Hands-on experience designing fly-by-wire flight control systems
  • Experience with component-level qualification for aerospace applications
  • Experience with applicable aviation certification requirements and the evidence they demand
Nice to have
  • Master's degree or PhD in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or a related field
  • 15+ years of professional experience in full-cycle engineering roles
  • Experience with rotorcraft design and verification
  • Familiarity with ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-178C, DO-254, and 14 CFR Part 27 certification
  • Background in complex embedded systems or avionics integration
What the job really is

The Chief Engineer will lead the development and certification of fly-by-wire flight control systems at Skyryse. This role involves overseeing project planning, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing technical risks, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The Chief Engineer will also work closely with executive leadership and certification bodies to drive the architectural vision and execution of the SkyOS solution.

Benefits
  • Salary Range: $250,000 - $300,000
  • Valuable stock option plan
  • Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
  • Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually
Things to weigh
  • No specific details on the team size or structure provided
  • The role involves significant responsibility and accountability, which may lead to high pressure
  • The position requires direct interaction with high-level executives and regulatory bodies, which may be demanding
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