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Open nowPosted 85 days ago

Senior Materials, Process, & Test Engineer

Electra.aero34 open roles

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$130,000 – $160,000 a year
Where
Manassas, VA
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This job: posted 85 days ago

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About Electra

Air travel is about to become something more: more direct, more accessible, and more connected to the places where people live, work and want to be. Every day in the U.S., people make 35 million trips of 50–500 miles, stuck in traffic or routed through crowded hubs. Chances are, you've been one of them. At Electra, we're changing that with the EL9, a nine-passenger, hybrid-electric aircraft that takes off and lands in just 150 feet. Our Ultra Short technology opens up thousands of new places to fly, beyond conventional runways, congested airports and long drives. We're backed by Lockheed Martin, Honeywell and Safran. Operators worldwide have signed intent-to-purchase agreements for the first 2,200 aircraft we produce, and we're moving toward first test flights in 2027.

Getting a new kind of aircraft airborne takes more than ambition. It takes our kind of bold: people who think big while working in the real world. Who move ideas into action and collaborate without silos. Who put people first and make room at the table for everyone. Who challenge one another without diminishing one another.

Sound like you? Then look beyond what you thought were your own limits, and help us take flight beyond runways.

The Role

Electra.aero, a next-gen aerospace technology company, seeks a dynamic and driven Senior Materials, Process, & Test Engineer. This role will lead the development, selection, testing, and certification of advanced materials and processes for Electra's 9-passenger hybrid-electric eSTOL (electric short takeoff and landing) aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace materials and processes, structural and environmental testing, and certification pathways. This role requires a hands-on engineer who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is excited to shape the materials and processes that enable next-generation aviation.

What You'll Do

  • Developing and qualifying new materials, processes, and joining technologies for composite and metallic airframe structures.
  • Leading material and process specifications, including supplier coordination and approval.
  • Designing and executing test campaigns (coupon-level through full-scale) to validate performance, safety, and compliance.
  • Applying knowledge of FAA Part 23 requirements, ASTM standards, and industry best practices for materials and process qualification.
  • Driving structural and material trade studies to balance weight, manufacturability, durability, and cost.
  • Supporting failure investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions related to material performance.
  • Interfacing with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure successful process implementation and scale-up.
  • Preparing and presenting at internal and external design/test reviews to demonstrate compliance and readiness.
  • Communicating technical information effectively across engineering teams, leadership, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (or related STEM discipline).
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in aerospace materials and processes, including composite and metallic structures.
  • Expertise in aerospace material systems (metallic alloys, composites, adhesives, coatings, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of material processing methods (lamination, curing, heat treatment, bonding, welding, additive manufacturing, etc.).
  • Experience in design, planning, and execution of structural and environmental test programs.
  • Knowledge of certification pathways for materials and processes under FAA Part 23 or Part 25.
  • High competence with engineering fundamentals and ability to translate test data into actionable design/process insights.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic and ability to independently lead projects from concept through validation.

Bonus Points

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

This range reflects the anticipated hiring range across all eligible locations; actual compensation is determined based on your relevant experience, skills, and geographic location. Total compensation includes performance bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Compensation Range

$130,000—$160,000 USD

What We Offer

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance; STD, LTD, and life insurance
  • Generous PTO, sick leave, and company holidays
  • Paid winter break
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting
  • Free catered lunches, coffee, snacks, and drinks at our Manassas headquarters
  • Free on-site parking

Electra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This position may be subject to ITAR requirements.

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