Senior Mass Properties Engineer

The Jet Zero team

Today’s aircraft contribute around 4% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars. Jet Zero is developing a blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft. It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion. Jet Zero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel.

The Weight and Balance Engineer will monitor, manage and control the aircraft weight and center of gravity evolution with the goal of achieving aircraft target weight. This role requires solid collaboration with the system / structure departments and suppliers in order to grasp the interactions and complete view of the aircraft weight.

• Overall responsibility for the management of the mass properties data including the associated database
• Support the Chief Engineer in defining and managing weight targets for each section of the Aircraft Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Owner of the Weight Control Plan and responsible for its implementation (on behalf of the Chief Engineer)
• Reporting regularly to Management the Status Weight of the current design and also the Outlook Weight based on identified opportunities to reduce weight and risks that will adversely affect the weight
• Work closely with the Flight Sciences teams providing Mass Distributions for Load Loops, Aeroelastic Modelling and updates on Operating Empty Weight for Performance calculations
• Support Marketing and sales teams with commercial weight updates
• Provide operational mass properties data (Weight and Balance Manual)
• Support definition of the procedure and execution of the Aircraft Weighing
• Support to Flight Test department providing Load Sheets

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
• 15 years' industry experience
• Previous experience working in conceptual design and major aircraft or product development programs

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $140,000 to $160,000. We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.

• Unlimited PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Equity tax advisory services

We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.

• Our First Chat: During this first conversation, you’ll meet with a recruiter or hiring team member to chat through your background, what you could bring to our team, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are.
• The Hiring Manager Interview
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  You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and what success means s is your chance to really nerd out with someone in your field.
• The Panel
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  Learn more about the team, responsibilities, and workflows. You should be prepared to speak about past projects, how you collaborate and communicate with others, and how you live our values. Depending on the team and role you are interviewing for, you may meet with several teammates as well as cross-functional partners.
• The Executive Review
  : A chance to meet an executive and view Jet Zero from a different lens. Be prepared to ask well-thought-out questions about the company, culture, and more.

Jet Zero does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

At Jet Zero, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws, ordinance, or regulation.

Jet Zero is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.