Mechanical Systems Engineer (Aircraft)

Engineer, Mechanical Systems 

About Otto Aerospace

OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow for a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft from first principles of physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance. 

About the Role 

Otto Aerospace is seeking a dynamic engineer to support the design, development, and integration of mechanical systems. You will join a team developing the world’s most efficient aircraft. Otto Aerospace is seeking first principles engineers that balance creativity with experience while working within an effective team atmosphere.

What You’ll Do

• Work with Principal and Senior engineers to support the design and development of mechanical aerospace systems, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, performance standards, and regulatory requirements, to include the following:
  • Flight Controls (ATA 27)
  • Landing Gear (ATA 32)
  • Ice Protection (ATA 30)
• Perform trade studies across key mechanical systems and features against requirements.
• Support supplier selection and integration activities.
• Mechanical system development through conceptual design, preliminary design, detailed design, integration, and qualification phases.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define and validate mechanical system interfaces with adjacent systems and structures.
• Generate engineering analysis, drawings, schematics, specifications, test plans & reports, and compliance documentation.
• Support requirements definition for system integrated test lab / rig.
• Support development of CAD definition of mechanical systems within Otto’s PLM system.
• Work with maintenance and operation experts on meeting reliability and maintainability targets.
• Support component, system, and aircraft level functional testing, including ground and flight test.
• Other duties as assigned

Who You Are

Education

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in the design and development of mechanical systems for aerospace.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems common in modern Part 23 / Part 25 business aircraft.
• Experience with FAR Part 23 and/or Part 25 certification requirements and processes pertinent to mechanical systems.
• Experience with RTCA D-160G and SAE ARP4754A desired
• Experience with ASME Y14.100 Drawings and Y14.5 GD&T
• Proficiency with Dassault 3DX and/or CATIA V6 to generate and interrogate both 3D and 2D data. 
• Knowledge of industry standards and hands-on experience.
• Ability to closely coordinate with manufacturing to support MRB activities.

Interpersonal Skills

 

• Active Listening: Practice active listening to gain insight and develop a deep understanding of all project stakeholders.
• Critical Thinking: Make timely, informed, and value-driven decisions that support project success.
• Organization: Maintain strong organization across agendas, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, while clearly communicating tasks, progress, updates, and blockers.
• Problem Solving: Evaluate challenges from multiple perspectives and develop effective, well-reasoned solutions.
• Self-Motivation: Demonstrate a high level of ownership, commitment, and drive from project initiation through completion.
• Teamwork and Team Building: Foster a collaborative environment where diverse personalities and skill sets work effectively toward shared goals and accountability.
• Business Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively using appropriate language, tone, and storytelling across emails, chats, reports, presentations, and other channels

 

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Where You’ll Be    

**This role will be remote at first with 25% travel to our headquarters in Ft Worth, TX, then will transition to be onsite at our new manufacturing site in Jacksonville, FL upon facility readiness (6-18 months, flexible)

Benefits  

Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13-14 paid holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options. 

Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer   

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.  

 

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