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Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.\nWe’re growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success.\nReady to do work that matters? Join us.\nPosition Title: Electric Propulsion Engineer\nLocation: Irvine, CA\nWork Arrangement: O n-site\nPosition Summary\nWe are seeking an experienced Electric Propulsion Engineer to support the design, integration, and optimization of propulsion systems for Group 1-2 electric aircraft. This role focuses on selecting, tuning, and validating ducted fans, propellers, motors, motor controllers, and battery systems to achieve performance requirement for new aircraft designs.\nRequired Duties and Responsibilities:\nLead the selection, sizing, and integration of electric propulsion components including ducted fans, open propellers, motors, motor controllers, and batteries.\nPerform system-level trade studies to balance thrust, efficiency, thermal performance, weight, and mission endurance.\nConduct tuning, calibration, and performance optimization of motors and motor controllers across varying load conditions and flight profiles.\nDevelop propulsion test plans and support bench testing, ground testing, and flight testing activities.\nAnalyze test data and generate recommendations to improve system reliability, safety margins, and energy efficiency.\nCollaborate closely with aerodynamics, airframe, avionics, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of propulsion systems.\nSupport the creation of technical documentation including specifications, integration guides, and validation reports.\nContribute to failure mode analysis, thermal modeling, and risk mitigation related to electric propulsion hardware.\nMaintain awareness of emerging technologies, supplier capabilities, and best practices in electric propulsion for small, unmanned aircraft\nRequired Skills/Qualifications:\n5-7 years of direct experience in electric propulsion within the aerospace or UAV industry.\nHands-on experience selecting and tuning ducted fans, propellers, motors, ESCs, and batteries for Group 1-2 aircraft.\nStrong familiarity with propulsion performance metrics including thrust, RPM, torque, efficiency, voltage sag, and thermal behavior.\nExperience with propulsion modeling tools and instrumentation for data capture.\nProven ability to diagnose and resolve propulsion-related integration and performance issues.\nPreferred Skills/Qualifications:\nFluency in MATLAB\nFluency in design in 3D CAD system. SolidWorkspreferred.\nEducation:\nBachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.\nClearance Level Required: None\nExport Control / ITAR Requirement:\nThis position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, employment is contingent upon meeting applicable export control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.\nTravel Required: Less Than 10%.\nWorking Conditions:\nThe diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.\nPhysical Demands:\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:\nMust have the ability to stop, stand, climb, occasionally lift a minimum of 25 lbs.\nInvolves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work.\nWork Authorization Requirement:\nCandidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.\nSalary: $112,000 - $153,000 annually\nSalary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.\nBenefits:\nOur benefits are DZYNE’ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.\nDZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. 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