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Associate Engineer, Mechanical Systems Design

About Otto Aerospace

OTTO is developing the world's first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft from first principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance.

About the Role

Otto Aerospace is seeking a dynamic engineer to support the design, development, and integration of Mechanical Systems, including Interior Furnishings & Equipment. You will join a team developing the world's most efficient aircraft. Otto Aerospace is seeking first principles engineers that balance creativity with experience while working within an effective team atmosphere.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and integrate mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, performance standards, and regulatory requirements, to include the following:

o Mechanical Systems

• Flight Controls (ATA 27)
• Landing Gear (ATA 32)
• Ice Protection (ATA 30)

o Furnishings & Equipment (ATA 25)

• Cabin Interior Furnishings & Equipment
• Cockpit Interior Furnishings

• Conduct trade studies for optimized form, fit, and function of mechanical systems to include detailed system layouts and airframe integration in CATIA 3DExperience (3DX)
• Support generation of Interface Control Documentation (3D and 2D models)
• Participate in interdisciplinary design reviews, incorporating structural, thermal, environmental and ergonomic requirements
• Collaborate with industrial design, stress, certification, manufacturing, and supply chain teams
• Coordinate with cross functional teams to define and validate interfaces with adjacent systems and structures
• Create both experimental and production digital product definition for components, assemblies, and installations, to include dimensions, materials, and processes necessary to fully define the configuration
• Produce bill of materials and assist in manufacturing assembly instructions

Who You Are

Education

• B.S., in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent

Experience

• 0-2 years of experience in Mechanical Systems design

Preferred Skills

• Experience with fabrication, assembly, and installation methods of mechanical components
• Experience with ASME Y14.100 Drawings and Y14.5 GD&T
• Experience with model and drawing checking, engineering part and model release, and engineering change process
• Experience in composite and metallic rapid prototyping (additive manufacturing) for both experimental and production applications
• Experience utilizing CATIA V5, V6, or 3dx

Interpersonal Skills

• Active Listening: Practice to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders
• Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project
• Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers
• Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges
• Self-Motivation: Exude highest level of commitment and motivation to see tasks/projects from start to finish
• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and accountability; follows through on commitments and takes pride in delivering high-quality work
• Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture that facilitates people with unique personalities and skills, happily working together to accomplish a shared goal
• Strong Business Communication: Use thoughtful language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations and other forms and channels of communication
• Values team success over individual credit, supporting a collaborative and inclusive workplace

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand on feet and walk around for extended periods of time
• Must be able to sit at desk for prolonged periods of time and work on computer
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds

Where You'll Be

This role is hybrid on-site at our facility at Meacham Airport in Ft Worth, TX until mid/late 2026, at which time it will transition to full onsite in Jacksonville, FL.

Benefits

Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13-14 paid holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options.

Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

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