Sr. Aircraft Systems Engineer, Landing Gear

Otto Aerospace

3h • Hybrid

About The Position

Otto Aerospace is seeking a dynamic senior designer to contribute to the design, development, and integration of the Landing Gear Systems. You will join a team developing the world’s most efficient aircraft. Otto Aerospace is seeking first principles designers that balance creativity with experience while working within an effective team atmosphere.

Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Landing Gear Systems and equipment common in modern Part 23 / Part 25 business aircraft, specifically Brake-By-Wire, Steer-By-Wire, and Hydraulics Systems.
• 7+ years of experience in aircraft engineering
• Strong knowledge of FAR Part 23 certification requirements and processes pertinent to Landing Gear Systems.
• 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.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and hands-on experience.
• Active Listening: Practice active listening to gain insight and develop a deep understanding of all project stakeholders.
• Critical Thinking: Make timely, informed, and value-driven decisions that support project success.
• Organization: Maintain strong organization across agendas, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, while clearly communicating tasks, progress, updates, and blockers.
• Problem Solving: Evaluate challenges from multiple perspectives and develop effective, well-reasoned solutions.
• Self-Motivation: Demonstrate a high level of ownership, commitment, and drive from project initiation through completion.
• Teamwork and Team Building: Foster a collaborative environment where diverse personalities and skill sets work effectively toward shared goals and accountability.
• Business Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively using appropriate language, tone, and storytelling across emails, chats, reports, presentations, and other channels.

Responsibilities

• Brake Control, Steering Control, and Hydraulics System Technical Ownership
• Design, develop, and detail the Brake Control, Steering Control, and Hydraulics System in compliance with technical, performance, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform trade studies to optimize architecture, function, weight, cost, and manufacturability.
• Vendor & Program Coordination
• Lead technical coordination with suppliers for the development of the Brake Control, Steering Control, and Hydraulics System through certification and delivery.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for Brake Control, Steering Control, and Hydraulics System vendors, ensuring alignment with program requirements, schedules, and certification objectives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (structures, electrical, avionics, certification, manufacturing, and supply chain) to define and validate all mechanical and electrical interfaces.
• Interface Definition & Integration
• Develop and maintain Zonal Reference Models (ZRM), Interface Control Models (ICM), and Interface Control Drawings (ICD) to clearly define interfaces with adjacent structures and systems.
• 3D CAD & Digital Definition
• Create and manage experimental and production-level digital product definitions, including parts, assemblies, and installations, fully defining dimensions, materials, processes, and tolerances.
• Develop detailed system layouts and airframe integration studies using CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX).
• Certification & Compliance Support
• Lead the creation, review, and update of certification, safety, and quality documentation, including FTA, PSSA, SFHA, ACP, and related compliance artifacts for the Brake Control, Steering Control, and Hydraulics System.
• Ensure Brake Control, Steering Control, and Hydraulic Systems meet applicable Part 23 and ATA 32 regulatory and safety requirements.
• Lead and mentor
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Promote best practices in CATIA modeling, interface control, certification awareness, and supplier coordination.
• Other duties as assigned

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level