Rise above. Are you ready to take human possibility to a new dimension with us?
Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company that’s developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging industry. By creating a sustainable, integrated, and human-centered ecosystem, we are committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of safety and reliability in today’s air transportation system.
The future of mobility starts with people. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving people’s ability to move – whether for work or play. Join our dynamic team as we strive to be a part of something greater where potential powers tomorrow!
Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.
What we do:
At Supernal, we are working on a new eVTOL technology to improve the world with Urban Air Mobility (UAM). The Lead Structural Analysis Engineer will perform stress analysis of metallic and composite primary aircraft structures made from groundbreaking composite materials and technologies.
Our Airframe Structural Analysis & Test team is responsible for performing analysis of airframe structures and working closely with Structural Design, Loads, Payloads/Interiors, Material & Process, Manufacturing Technology, System, and Test & Evaluation groups. We are looking for an experienced Structural Analyst to help build our structural analysis capabilities from the ground up. Our ideal candidate has significant experience and expertise in structural analysis of airframe primary structures. This position will report to the Airframe Structural Analysis & Test manager and provide technical solutions for the Airframe Structural Analysis team.
What you can do:
- Coach, mentor, and develop others on the Stress and Airframe teams on technical topics and various analysis methods
- Lead development of new manufacturing technologies, engineering tools, and aircraft structural designs
- Perform FEA and structural analysis of aerospace primary and secondary structures made of composite and metallic materials for experimental and type certificated vehicles
- Apply free-body diagrams, hand calculations, and numerical methods for estimating and developing loads
- Lead development of analysis methods for static strength, stability, durability, and damage tolerance
- Work closely with design and test engineers to make decisions on test requirements that support element, component, and vehicle-level testing
- Identify tests required to validate analysis methods, write test plans, correlate test results, and lead the test efforts as required
- Work independently with minimum supervision to develop a conceptual and detailed analysis based on the requirements.
- Make sound technical decisions and represent the stress team as an SME
- Other duties as assigned
What you can contribute:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, aeronautical, or related field required; Master's degree preferred
- Minimum ten (10) years of experience in fixed- or rotary-wing aircraft structure strength, stability, fatigue analysis, or finite element analysis (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
- Minimum five (5) years of experience with composite structures (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
- Familiarity with industry-level composite activities (e.g., NCAMP, CMH1,7 or P17)
- Familiarity or Expertise with durability and damage tolerance analysis techniques for metallic and non-metallic structure
- Familiarity or Expertise with MRB, structural testing, flight testing, or analysis automation (e.g., Python programming or similar)
- Familiarity with building block approach testing
- Familiarity with the certification process
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
You may also be able to contribute:
- Project Engineering experience/skills preferred
Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus as part of total compensation.
The pay range for this position is:
$155,000—$190,000 USD
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Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at: [email protected]
This position may include access to certain technology and/or software source code subject to U.S. export controls laws and regulations. If an export authorization from an applicable US regulatory agency is required in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal’s receipt of such regulatory authorization(s) and your continued compliance with all conditions and limitations pursuant to such authorization(s).
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What We Do
Supernal (Su·per·nal) is a U.S. -based smart mobility service provider reimagining how people move, connect and live. We are developing an Advanced Air Mobility eVTOL vehicle and working to responsibly co-create the supporting ecosystem and integrate it into existing transit options.
As part of Hyundai Motor Group, we are both a new business and an established company, with plans to harness our automotive manufacturing heritage to make Advanced Air Mobility accessible to the masses. Our team is diverse in thought and experience and reflects the communities we strive to empower.
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