Heartaerospace

Propulsion Test Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

Sponsorship not specified$124k-$216kDetected 35 days ago

PythonThermal AnalysisAvionicsMIL-STDDO-160Aerospace EngineeringControlsLabVIEW

About the role

Lead and execute system-level powertrain testing, including electric motor, inverter, gearbox, disconnect systems, and propeller subsystems.
Plan, execute, and document test campaigns to verify performance, safety, and certification compliance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop test procedures and test plans for integrated propulsion systems.
Coordinate with suppliers and external labs to support component and system-level testing.
Analyze test data, prepare reports, and provide feedback to design teams for iterative development.
Support environmental, endurance, fault-injection, and compliance testing for certification readiness.
You will also interface across mechanical, thermal, propulsion, actuation, avionics, and battery teams to develop, execute, and analyze integrated system-level tests of the Electric Propulsion Unit (EPU) and its subsystems.

Proficiency with data acquisition systems (e.g., dSPACE, NI, Dewesoft) and instrumentation (current/voltage sensors, thermocouples, strain gauges).
2+ years of professional experience in powertrain, propulsion, or test engineering, with electric or ideally hybrid-electric systems.
Hands-on experience designing and operating powertrain or propulsion test stands with complex instrumentation and control.
Deep understanding of electric powertrains including motors, inverters, batteries, and thermal management systems.
Experience developing automated test procedures and control scripts (e.g., Python, LabVIEW, or similar).
Strong analytical skills in interpreting test data and diagnosing system performance and failure modes.
Understanding of high voltage safety standards and procedures for testing environments.

Experience with DO-160 or MIL-STD environmental test standards.
Experience with root cause analysis and tools such as DFMEA and fault tree analysis.
Familiarity with aerospace certification requirements (EASA CS-23/25 or FAA FAR Part 23/25).
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, or related fields.

We are seeking a Propulsion Engineer to join our Dynamic Propulsion team in Torrance, CA.
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.

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