Mechanical Design, Structures & Airframe – Engineer I​/Engineer II

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Heart Aerospace is shaping the future of sustainable aviation with the ES-30, a regional hybrid‑electric aircraft designed to carry 30 passengers with a 200 km all‑electric, zero‑emission range and an extended 400 km hybrid range. The company is targeting type certification by the end of the decade.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, Structures & Airframe
, you will design, analyze, and develop aircraft structural components. You will collaborate cross‑functionally on the design of the fuselage, wing, and empennage, working with both composite and metallic materials, and gain hands‑on exposure to certified aerospace hardware development in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a mechanical or aerospace engineer to contribute to the design and development of next‑generation aircraft structures while building strong engineering fundamentals and growing into increased technical responsibility over time.

• Responsible Engineer (RE) focused on the design and development of aircraft structural components.
• Create and release 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and documentation using NX/Teamcenter or equivalent tools.
• Optimize structural performance for cost and mass.
• Perform structural analyses, hand calculations, and FEA activities with mentorship.
• Define structural requirements, specifications, and test plans.
• Own structural testing activities, data review, and documentation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and test teams to resolve design and build issues.
• Participate in design reviews, continuous improvement and best practices.
• Learn and apply aerospace standards, GD&T, and manufacturing fundamentals.

• 0–2 years of professional experience (internships, co‑ops, academic project work) in structural design, aerospace engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with CAD tools such as Siemens NX, CATIA, Creo, or Solid Works.
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals, structural mechanics, and first principles.
• Exposure to composite and/or metallic structures through coursework, projects, or early industry experience.
• Familiarity with GD&T and basic manufacturing concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take technical direction.
• Passion for aircraft design and interest in sustainable aviation.

• 2–5 years of professional industry experience.
• Exposure to Composite Structures (metallics a plus).
• Experience with CAD tools such as Siemens NX, CATIA, Creo, or Solid Works.
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals, structural mechanics, and first principles.
• Familiarity with GD&T and basic manufacturing concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take technical direction.
• Passion for aircraft design and interest in sustainable aviation.

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience in a startup environment.
• Hands‑on exposure to composite or aluminum part fabrication.
• Familiarity with NX, CATIA, or other advanced CAD platforms.
• Academic or early exposure to FAA/EASA certification concepts.
• Introductory experience with FEA tools and structural analysis methods.
• Experience leading or working with structural testing, instrumentation, or data analysis.
• Master's degree (or progress toward one) in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.

• Mechanical Engineer I: $108,000 to $135,000.
• Mechanical Engineer II: $124,000 to $155,000.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing