Senior EWIS Wiring Engineer
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Jetzero · Long Beach, CA$180K–$220K/yrFull-timeOn-site3w ago
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Responsibilities
- Define and maintain EWIS architecture, including wiring routing, separation, protection, and termination strategies.
- Develop and manage EWIS requirements and compliance documents per FAA/EASA regulations.
- Conduct zonal analyses to ensure segregation, redundancy, and safety compliance.
- Support trade studies to optimize EWIS routing for BWB and nontraditional layouts, balancing weight, maintainability, and safety.
- Collaborate with systems teams (avionics, electrical power, propulsion, environmental control, structures) for EWIS integration.
- Coordinate with design teams on harness design, installation requirements, and connector selection.
- Assist in developing EWIS design tools, digital mock-ups, and routing databases.
- Prepare and present technical documentation for certification authorities and internal design reviews.
- Provide support during manufacturing, installation, and testing phases.
- What You Bring:
- Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
- Experience in EWIS architecture development for transport or commercial aircraft.
- Strong understanding of FAA/EASA Part 25 EWIS requirements and related guidance material (AC 25.1701-1, AMC 20-22, etc. ).
- Proficiency with wire schematics and harness design in Siemens Capital
- Create and maintain electrical standard parts catalog, BOM, and wiring list
- Support other systems to define equipment interfaces and harmonize across systems to support wiring interconnects
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of working across disciplines.
- Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):
- Experience with novel aircraft layouts (e.g., blended wing body, eVTOL, or distributed propulsion ).
- Familiarity with electrical bonding, shielding, and EMI/EMC compliance.
- Knowledge of system safety assessments (SSA/FHA) and their impact on EWIS design.
- Background in Nx electrical routing tools
- Background in production/installation processes for wiring harnesses.
- Experience with digital twin/model-based systems engineering (MBSE) for EWIS.
- Completion of degree or certification from a trade school and/or A&P license.
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing with wire routing, dressing, hook-up/mating connections.
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing with wire rework (wire repair, rerouting, connector disconnect, pin removal/install, splicing, soldering, and heat shrink).
Benefits
Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $180,000 to $220,000. We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.Unlimited PTO10 paid holidays401(k)Medical, Dental, Vision insuranceDisability InsuranceLife InsuranceEquity tax advisory servicesSupportive work cultureThe Interview ProcessWe 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 : You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and what success means at JetZero. This is your chance to really nerd out with someone in your field.The Executive Review : A chance to meet an executive and view JetZero from a different lens. Be prepared to ask well-thought-out questions about the company, culture, and more.Depending on the posiDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offEquity / stock options
Additional Information
What is JetZero ? Today's aircraft contribute around 4% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars. This is only going to increase: Air travel is forecasted to double by 2050, while meaningful efficiency gains using current airplanes have hit a wall. JetZero is developing a b lended - wing body (BWB) aircraft . It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion. JetZero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel. The JetZero Team We are experienced aerospace professionals and engineers, excited about the future. That future will only be possible if we share our vision and what it means to people's lives: carbon-free flight that ' i s better for both passengers and airlines around the world .
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