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The Propulsion Architect will combine engineering management, supplier engagement, strategy, business development, and a strong technical background in propulsion airframe integration. You'll be interfacing with internal organizations from other engineering groups, supply chain, sales & marketing, and external groups such as the Engine, APU, and Nacelle OEMs.

You'll work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary, agile environment using modern tools and practices, with strong opportunities for professional development. In addition, contribute to the design and development of the Blended Wing Body (BWB) aircraft. The candidate will lead the Powerplant teams to supplier selection.  

What You'll Do:

• Novel Integration Design: Lead the powerplant architecture definition and integration for the Blended Wing Body (BWB) aircraft, ensuring alignment with overall vehicle performance, safety, and certification requirements.
• Technical Integration & Analysis: Lead technical risk identification and mitigation related to propulsion integration, including performance, operability, maintainability, and certification challenges.
• Supplier Partnership: Serve as the primary technical interface with external OEMs (engine, APU, nacelle), ensuring alignment on requirements, integration constraints, and development timelines.
• Supply Chain Support: Own and execute the supplier selection process for propulsion systems, including requirements definition, evaluation, negotiation support, and final recommendation.
• Strategic Leadership: Manage and guide Powerplant Engineering teams, providing technical leadership, prioritization, and mentorship through concept, design, and supplier down-selection phases.
• System Strategy and Trades: Drive propulsion system strategy, including trade studies, configuration selection, and long-term technology roadmaps across engines, APUs, and nacelle systems. Support program-level decision making by providing data-driven analyses, trade studies, and executive-level technical recommendations.
• Strategic Leadership: Manage and guide Powerplant Engineering teams, providing technical leadership, prioritization, and mentorship through concept, design, and supplier down-selection phases.
• Engineering Cross-Functional Engagement: Collaborate cross-functionally with airframe, systems, structures, aerodynamics, and flight sciences teams to ensure seamless propulsion-airframe integration.
• Program Cross-Functional Engagement: Partner with Supply Chain, Sales & Marketing, and Business Development to align propulsion decisions with program cost targets, market needs, and strategic partnerships.
• JZ Champion: Represent JetZero in external engagements, including suppliers, partners, and industry stakeholders, as a subject matter expert in propulsion architecture.
• Revolutionary Engineering Methods: Champion modern engineering practices and tools within a collaborative, agile development environment

What You Bring:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
• 15+ years experience in propulsion

Preferred Skills & Experience

• 15+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education (Master's, PhD) and experience.
• 5+ years of management-level experience or an equivalent combination of education (MBA) and experience.
• Foundational knowledge of gas turbine engine operation and thermodynamics
• Knowledge of Engine/APU turbomachinery design, development, & certification. (e.g., 14 CFR Part 25, Part 33)
• Prior involvement in engine development and certification programs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience leading system integration, supplier oversight, and technical decisionmaking in aerospace or related industries.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve complex engine installation and integration problems across structural, systems, and certification domains.
• Proven ability to plan and execute qualification testing, produce technical documentation (interface drawings, installation reports, test procedures), and manage configuration and requirements.
• Strong technical background in engine integration, installation analysis, and aircraftlevel interfaces (pylons, mounts, ducts, fuel/oil/airlines, control lines, thermal and aerodynamic interactions).
• Proven manager and leader in Propulsion Airframe Integration and Aerodynamics in early-stage conceptual development and production programs.
• Ability to lead a team, including training and mentoring more junior engineers who will contribute to the team's success.
• Able to work effectively with the entire value stream to accomplish desired results
• Able to independently develop strategies and innovative solutions that meet business targets

Compensation: 

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $180,000-$220,000. We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.  

Benefits 

• Unlimited PTO 
• 10 paid holidays 
• 401(k) 
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Disability Insurance 
• Life Insurance 
• Equity tax advisory services 
• Supportive work culture