Supernal is at the forefront of creating emerging mobility solutions that will foster the development of human-centered cities. We are designing a completely new electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft tailored to the mobility needs of future cities. This allows passengers a seamless intermodal journey that safely transports them to their final destination. We fuse research in autonomy, robotics, aviation and services to define a new category of mobility for the world’s communities. 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.

What we do:

The Sr. Test, Evaluation, and Certification (TEC) Labs Test Engineer is responsible for supporting Supernal's test programs by guiding the design and implementation of test asset control systems. This role requires close coordination with the engineering vehicle systems teams, suppliers, systems engineering, facilities, finance, and procurement to ensure the successful planning and implementation of test projects.

This position will be required to work on-site 5 days a week.

What you can do:

• Collaborate with the vehicle engineering team and suppliers to configure and safely implement test procedures for test assets
• Program the graphical user interfaces (GUIs) according to the planned operational requirements for testing purposes
• Develop test asset control system strategies and implementation plans
• Collaborate with the engineering team to define test requirements to support aircraft development, verification, and certification
• Establish and maintain configuration management and conformity of the lab and test assets
• Collaborate with the facilities team to ensure a timely and accurate lab build
• Collaborate with T&E Lab, Ground, and Flight Operations to ensure safe test conduct in alignment with site requirements and to ensure equipment maintenance schedules are established and followed
• Maintain the lab and test asset readiness to support the project test campaign
• Partner with PMO organization to implement build plan
• Up to 30% of domestic and international travel
• Other duties as assigned

What you can contribute:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical, Mechanical, Systems, or Industrial Engineering or any other related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in aerospace engineering or a similar field (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
• Experience with dynamometer testing
• Experience in software development and testing
• Experience in developmental, verification, and certification testing
• Experience in managing complex projects across multi-discipline teams
• Experience with formal verification and certification procedures development
• Proficiency in object-oriented design & programming in Java, C , or C
• Proficiency in distributed systems
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python
• Proficiency in data structures and algorithms
• Proficiency in interface protocols for cross-language software (example: CORBA, Apache Thrift, gRPC)
• Familiarity with aviation industry standards such as DO-178B/C, DO-160, DO-254, ARP 4754A, and ARP 4761
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
• Proficiency with Excel VLOOKUP, pivot tables, MS Office Suite

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: ta-support@supernal.aero

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).