Salary
≈ $55k – $179k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office
Seniority
Architect · 10+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time
Overview
Company
Impact
Profile match
SkyDrive develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) "flying car" aircraft aimed at everyday urban air mobility. It designs and manufactures compact SD-05 eVTOL vehicles featuring electric propulsion, autonomous flight capabilities and vertical takeoff and landing, targeting commercial service by 2028. SkyDrive partners with regional transport operators, airports and global aviation firms to deploy passenger, tourism, disaster response and medical-access air mobility services.
Outline of the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems and Power professional to lead and supervise the development and integration of flight control, avionics and power systems in our electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft program. This role will be responsible for overseeing a multidisciplinary team of engineers and collaborating across departments to ensure the successful design, development, testing, and certification of flight control, avionics, electrical and powertrain systems in compliance with aerospace standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- V & V
- System Architecture & Integration
- Oversee the definition and integration of aircraft systems including flight control, avionics, electrical power distribution, battery systems, propulsion powertrains, thermal management, and avionics power interfaces.
- Ensure robust system architecture to meet safety, reliability, and performance requirements.
- Technical Oversight
- Provide technical guidance on system-level design, trade studies, modeling/simulation, and failure modes analysis.
- Review design documentation, schematics, interface control documents (ICDs), and verification/validation plans.
- Regulatory Compliance & Certification
- Ensure systems meet applicable aviation standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA/JCAB , DO-160, ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254, etc.).
- Coordinate with certification authorities and support safety assessments including FHA, PSSA, and SSA.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with flight controls, propulsion, avionics, software, structures, and manufacturing teams to ensure integrated system performance.
- Interface with suppliers and partners for outsourced components and systems.
- Program Management Support
- Collaborate with project managers to define scope, schedule, budget, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Track progress against key performance indicators (KPIs) and report status to senior leadership.
Required Skills:
- 10+ years of relevant experience in aerospace systems and power development.
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership or management role.
- Strong understanding of avionics, flight control systems, electric propulsion, high-voltage power systems, energy storage, and system integration.
- Proven experience with aerospace standards, safety analysis, and certification processes.
- Proficient in system engineering tools and processes (MBSE, SysML, requirements management).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in eVTOL, UAM, or electric aircraft development programs.
- Knowledge of hybrid-electric or distributed propulsion systems.
- Experience with environmental testing and thermal management strategies.
- Familiarity with Agile development in hardware/software integration environments.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge eVTOL technology in a rapidly growing sector.
- Collaborative, innovation-driven culture.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
- Flexible work environment and growth opportunities.
Type of Employment
- Permanent Employee or Contract Employee
- Probationary period: 6 month
Place of Employment
- Nagoya Airport Office: Nagoya Airport Terminal Building 2nd floor, Toyoba, Toyoyama-Cho, Nishikasugai, Aichi Prefecture
- Measures to Prevent Secondhand Smoke: Smoking Room Provided
- Scope of Change: Places determined by the Company (including places where telework is performed)
Working Hours
- Discretionary labor system or Supervisor
- Discretionary Labor System: Deemed working hours per day: 10 hours
- Supervisor: As per Japan's Labor Standards Act, regulations concerning working hours, breaks, and holidays do not apply.
- Basic working hours: Start 9:00 End 18:00(Including 1hour break time)
- Overtime Work: Available
Holidays
- 115 days off per year(Saturday / Sundays / Newyear holidays(12/29~1/3) / Company designated holidays)
- Annual paid leave
- Refresh leave (Granted after 1, 3, 4, 5 years of service)
Salary
- Estimated Annual Salary: JPY 13,000,000 - JPY 18,000,000 (Gross Monthly Salary: JPY 1,083,333 - JPY 1,500,000)
(To be determined based on skills, experience, and specialized aerospace integration background.)
Expenses
- Commuting allowance, business trip allowance, moving allowance, etc.
- Relocation Packages
*There are some conditions.
Social Insurance
- Health insurance
- Employee pension (according to Japan standards)
- Employment insurance
- Worker’s accident compensation insurance
Scope of Work Change
- Reassignment may occur to any other work.
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