Senior Turbomachinery Engineer
Heart Aerospace
Senior Turbomachinery Engineer
- Los Angeles
- On-site
- Yearly salary: $140,000 - $176,000
- Los Angeles
- On-site
- Yearly salary: $140,000 - $176,000
Job Description
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 800 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade.
We are expanding our R&D hub in Los Angeles, where we are advancing Heart’s hybrid-electric propulsion system.
Your mission
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Turbomachinery Engineer to join our Propulsion team. You will lead the design and integration of the turbomachinery components, including the fuel system and pitch control system. You will interface across mechanical, thermal, electrical, and control systems to deliver a fully integrated and certifiable propulsion unit.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Full ownership over design, fabrication, and certification of the hybrid powertrain.
- Lead the design of turbomachinery, including combustion systems, fluid analysis, high-speed rotating machinery, and similar.
- Lead and execute system-level tests, such as engine and propeller test stands.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure delivery of integrated, certifiable subsystems.
You will report to the CTO and your our place of work will be at our office located in Los Angeles, in the U.S.
Skills & Requirements
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
- 3+ years of professional experience working with propulsion components such as gas turbines, thermal management systems, propellers, and ancillary systems.
- Hands-on experience with propulsion or powertrain test stands, including instrumentation, controls, and mechanical assembly.
- Experience with CAD (e.g., Siemens NX), system integration, and PLM tools.
These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:
- Understanding of certification requirements (EASA CS-23/25 or FAA FAR Part 23/25).
- Knowledge of drivetrain dynamics, rotor balancing, or propeller aerodynamics.
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Mechatronics Engineering (or similar).
About the company
Heart Aerospace has a clear mission. We work to decarbonize and democratize air travel. We believe in electrification. Not only to bring down emissions and build a sustainable future, but to make flying accessible for the many, around the world.
Electric planes are cheaper to operate and can unlock convenient and effective regional traveling, a market that today is restricted by the difficulty of making a sustainable profit. Our mission is about taking electrification to the skies, helping our customers build their businesses, and the traveling public to access an amazing and sustainable service.
Working at Heart Aerospace is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world more accessible and sustainable. Come help us write a new chapter in the history of aviation together!
We seek experienced and skilled professionals to join our fast-moving team developing a new electric aircraft. We’re in a very expansive phase and now is the time to join our team! Visit our career site and check out what it is like working at Heart.
Heart Aerospace is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.