Senior / Principal Multidisciplinary Test & Simulation Engineer

About Electra

At Electra, we’re building the EL9 — a nine-passenger, hybrid-electric aircraft that takes off and lands in 150 feet. Our Ultra Short technology unlocks thousands of new operating locations and enables what we call Direct Aviation: quiet, point-to-point regional travel that gets people from where they are to where they want to go, without the congestion of major airports or the noise of conventional aviation.

A global company, headquartered in Manassas, VA, Electra is backed by Lockheed Martin, Honeywell, and Safran, has filed for FAA Part 23 type certification, and carries 2,000+ intent to purchase from operators worldwide. We’re a team of ~100 people moving fast toward first EL9 test flights in 2027 and certification by late 2029 or 2030. Every hire matters at this stage — and this role is no exception.

Senior / Principal Multi-disciplinary Test & Simulation Engineer

The Role

As a Test & Simulation Engineer at Electra, you’ll build and maintain the ground test and evaluation labs we rely on to validate the EL9’s systems before they fly. You will work with internal customers and stakeholders develop SIL / HIL labs for flight controls, avionics, and hybrid propulsion where your work has direct product impact.

What You’ll Do

1. Build and support SIL / HIL labs to replicate end-to-end simulation of aircraft operations.
2. Build and integrate real-time simulation models using RTOS platforms and model-based development tools (e.g., Simulink, MATLAB).
3. Develop custom interfaces between disparate simulation models and hardware components.
4. Maintain configuration control and documentation for all simulation environments in support of FAA Part 23 certification activities.
5. Collaborate with the functional IPTs to define test requirements and resolve integration issues.

What You Bring

1. Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline or combination of education and equivalent experience (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or software preferred).
2. 8+ years of experience in simulation development, systems integration, or related engineering roles.
3. Experience with hardware integration testing in SIL/HIL lab environments.
4. Hands-on experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB / Simulink or equivalent a plus.
5. Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and hardware interface development a plus.
6. CAA (FAA/EASA) certification program experience a plus.

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

$152,000—$220,000 USD

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and equity
• 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.