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Hybrid-electric VTOL aircraft slashing travel times and cutting carbon emissions by 76%.

<h2>About Odys</h2>Our mission at Odys is simple - we build safe, sustainable aircraft to cut travel time in half on the world's busiest corridors. Our flagship aircraft <a href="https://youtu.be/fyI4XMsF2rM">Alta enables travelers to skip the big-airport hassle</a> by using city helipads and local airports to connect cities less than 1,000 miles apart (approx 40% of flights). And on average cut CO2 by 76% on tens of billions of flight miles globally.To get there, we start with our UAV called Laila for commercial logistics, medical transport, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and defense missions. We’re deploying aircraft with launch partners (<a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2024-09-20/fiji-airways-plans-connect-pacific-islands-laila-vtol">Fiji Airways</a>, <a href="https://aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/about-us/press-release/2024/07/honeywell-odys-aviation-to-collaborate-on-uncrewed-aircraft-operations-in-the-middle-east-and-pacific">Honeywell</a>, <a href="https://evtolinsights.com/2024/01/odys-aviation-aramex-announce-collaboration-to-develop-cargo-operations-in-uae-and-oman/">Aramex</a>, US Navy) beginning in late 2025 and already have firm orders for aircraft under contract.We’re a team of expert engineers from deep tech and aerospace that focus on fast iterations loops (<a href="https://youtu.be/AffdzQDUv2U">completed transition flight</a> faster than our peers) combined with mastery of the aircraft certification process. Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production, and electrified transportation vehicles that magnetically levitate, that roll, that fly. Together, we’ve been learning, developing, building, testing, and preparing for this challenge our entire lives.<h2>About The Role</h2>The test team at Odys is a key element of both our technology development and product verification work. We work in close coordination with all other engineering disciplines and have responsibility to ensure risks are understood and quantified, important datasets are extracted, and models are validated as quickly as possible. The test team lays the foundations of a methodical and data-driven test program to enable rapid prototype and hardware development.As an Electrical Test Engineer, you will be responsible for the electrical design of test rigs from concept through execution. You will also identify and implement the appropriate test and data acquisition systems for individual test stands, integrated iron bird test platforms, and prototype aircraft . Safety is a key component for all our designs and operator safety must be given prime importance at all times. We are looking for engineers with experience in instrumentation, data acquisition, and test stand development who are excited about implementing powerful systems for commercial and defense UAS. Responsibilities<ul style=""><li>Develop test solutions for in-house developed avionics and flight hardware products</li><li>Identify appropriate sensors, signal instrumentation circuits, and interface modules on both prototype aircraft and on-ground test platforms</li><li>Work with mechanical and electrical design engineers to identify test rig requirements</li><li>Assemble test setups including mechanical fixtures, cable routing, electrical sensor kits and instrumentation hardware</li><li>Write test stand programs, interface with data acquisition hardware, and setup data recording systems</li><li>Design and implement the safety circuit used for operational safety of test rigs</li><li>Implement HIL setup for our avionics and powertrain test rigs</li><li>Perform calibration and characterization tests</li><li>Generate professional documentation for test rig requirements, test matrices and test reports</li><li>Organize and maintain the test area and hardware setup</li><li>Perform tests on aircraft components, sub-assemblies and full aircraft</li><li>Coordinate with test vendors for material, components and assembly level tests</li></ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul style=""><li>BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Alternatively, remote sensing, data science experience, with a strong quantitative and mechanical measurements foundation.</li><li>3+ years notable experience with test rig design/assembly, sensor installation and calibration, and data acquisition.</li><li>Sound understanding of mechanical and electrical design principles</li><li>Experience with test equipment and measurement techniques to verify and validate requirements</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with multidisciplinary teams</li><li>Understand basic safety protocols common in electronics and high-power testing</li><li>Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution</li></ul><h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul style=""><li>Experience in High Voltage test rig design and powertrain testing</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in implementing high channel count measurement systems and architecting telemetry and video for near real-time display in a control room.</li><li>Understanding of metrology, sources of measurement error, and uncertainty analysis</li><li>Experience with HIL systems</li><li>Experience in wind tunnel and aircraft ground and flight testing</li><li>Experience with electric and hybrid aircraft</li><li>Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance</li></ul>

Electrical Test Engineer

<h2>About Odys</h2>Our mission at Odys is simple - we build safe, sustainable aircraft to cut travel time in half on the world's busiest corridors. Our flagship aircraft <a href="https://youtu.be/fyI4XMsF2rM">Alta enables travelers to skip the big-airport hassle</a> by using city helipads and local airports to connect cities less than 1,000 miles apart (approx 40% of flights). And on average cut CO2 by 76% on tens of billions of flight miles globally.To get there, we start with our UAV called Laila for commercial logistics, medical transport, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and defense missions. We’re deploying aircraft with launch partners (<a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2024-09-20/fiji-airways-plans-connect-pacific-islands-laila-vtol">Fiji Airways</a>, <a href="https://aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/about-us/press-release/2024/07/honeywell-odys-aviation-to-collaborate-on-uncrewed-aircraft-operations-in-the-middle-east-and-pacific">Honeywell</a>, <a href="https://evtolinsights.com/2024/01/odys-aviation-aramex-announce-collaboration-to-develop-cargo-operations-in-uae-and-oman/">Aramex</a>, US Navy) beginning in late 2025 and already have firm orders for aircraft under contract.We’re a team of expert engineers from deep tech and aerospace that focus on fast iterations loops (<a href="https://youtu.be/AffdzQDUv2U">completed transition flight</a> faster than our peers) combined with mastery of the aircraft certification process. Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production, and electrified transportation vehicles that magnetically levitate, that roll, that fly. Together, we’ve been learning, developing, building, testing, and preparing for this challenge our entire lives.<h2>About The Role</h2>In this role, you will oversee all aspects of government business development. You will collaborate closely with commercial business development, product, engineering, and production teams to identify opportunities that align with company direction and submit proposals that are compelling. Your leadership will be pivotal in defining our defense product and commercial strategy.<h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul style=""><li>Build and lead the team that focuses on developing and satisfying the defense market </li><li>Develop and execute defense sales strategy.</li><li>Engage with defense stakeholders to understand defense market needs and shape future requirements</li><li>Develop and submit proposals </li><li>Manage and extend the defense customer relationships</li><li>Support and strategize with government affairs office in developing and executing defense government affairs activities</li><li>Support the execution and reporting of defense specific programs.</li><li>Develop and secure relationships with suppliers and partners necessary for achieving product and sales objectives. </li></ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul style=""><li>Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferred, MBA preferred)</li><li>10 years prior military experience, aviation or UAV related (preferred) </li><li>5-10 years experience in a defense business development or related role</li><li>A robust knowledge of the defense ecosystem, program offices, their authorities, their sales cycles, and acquisitions.</li><li>Able to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Able to travel</li></ul>

Defense Business Development Lead

<h2>About Odys</h2>Our mission at Odys is simple - we build safe, sustainable aircraft to cut travel time in half on the world's busiest corridors. Our flagship aircraft <a href="https://youtu.be/fyI4XMsF2rM">Alta enables travelers to skip the big-airport hassle</a> by using city helipads and local airports to connect cities less than 1,000 miles apart (approx 40% of flights). And on average cut CO2 by 76% on tens of billions of flight miles globally.To get there, we start with our UAV called Laila for commercial logistics, medical transport, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and defense missions. We’re deploying aircraft with launch partners (<a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2024-09-20/fiji-airways-plans-connect-pacific-islands-laila-vtol">Fiji Airways</a>, <a href="https://aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/about-us/press-release/2024/07/honeywell-odys-aviation-to-collaborate-on-uncrewed-aircraft-operations-in-the-middle-east-and-pacific">Honeywell</a>, <a href="https://evtolinsights.com/2024/01/odys-aviation-aramex-announce-collaboration-to-develop-cargo-operations-in-uae-and-oman/">Aramex</a>, US Navy) beginning in late 2025 and already have firm orders for aircraft under contract.We’re a team of expert engineers from deep tech and aerospace that focus on fast iterations loops (<a href="https://youtu.be/AffdzQDUv2U">completed transition flight</a> faster than our peers) combined with mastery of the aircraft certification process. Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production, and electrified transportation vehicles that magnetically levitate, that roll, that fly. Together, we’ve been learning, developing, building, testing, and preparing for this challenge our entire lives.<h2>About the Role</h2>As an EWIS Engineer at Odys, you will be responsible for designing, integrating, and testing electrical wiring systems that encompass both high‐voltage (400–800 VDC) power buses and low‐voltage control/avionics electronics for our hybrid‐electric Alta eVTOL aircraft and UAV Laila. This includes everything from propulsion harnesses and power distribution to standard avionics components, sensors, and flight‐control systems. You’ll interface with cross‐functional teams—avionics, propulsion, mechanical, controls—to ensure robust, compliant, and maintainable wiring throughout the aircraft. Expect a hands‐on environment where you’ll contribute from harness architecture through assembly and flight testing to help shape the future of sustainable aviation.<h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul style=""><li>Develop and validate wiring architectures supporting both high‐voltage propulsion (400–800 VDC) and low‐voltage control systems (28 VDC, 12 VDC, 48VDC), as well as standard avionics interfaces.</li><li>Define routing, bulkhead placements, and insulation/shielding strategies that meet creepage/clearance requirements and EMI considerations for a range of voltage levels.</li><li>Produce detailed wiring diagrams, harness drawings, and technical documentation for manufacturing and integration.</li><li>Collaborate with avionics teams to integrate communication lines, flight controls, sensor suites, and mission‐critical electronics into a cohesive harness design.</li><li>Specify and select connectors, backshells, cable types, and protective methods for reliable low‐voltage signal integrity and compliance with standard avionics protocols.</li><li>Work with propulsion and power electronics teams to safely distribute and route HV lines for propulsion systems, including insulation/partial discharge mitigation and robust grounding/bonding practices.</li><li>Conduct hi‐pot, insulation, and partial discharge testing on HV harness assemblies to ensure reliability under operational conditions.</li><li>Ensure designs comply with aerospace standards, including ARP4754B, DO‐160, DO‐254, and IPC/WHMA‐A‐620, addressing both HV and LV considerations.</li><li>Perform and/or support functional checks (continuity, harness test), system‐level integration, and flight test validation of EWIS components.</li><li>Diagnose and resolve wiring‐related issues (e.g., insulation breakdown, EMI/EMC challenges, connector failures) through root‐cause analysis and corrective actions.</li><li>Evaluate new tools, materials, and processes to enhance harness performance, reliability, manufacturability, and maintainability.</li></ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul style=""><li>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>3–5 years of hands‐on experience designing and/or testing EWIS, wiring harnesses, HV harnesses, or cable assemblies in an aerospace or related industry.</li><li>Proficiency with CAD tools for harness design (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical, NX, or Capital).</li><li>Understanding of EMI shielding, grounding, bonding, and wire protection methods.</li><li>Familiarity with aerospace certification processes, including DO‐160 test requirements and ARP4754B systems engineering principles.</li><li>Strong problem‐solving abilities with attention to detail in a safety‐critical environment.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross‐functional engineering teams.</li><li>Self‐motivated, capable of juggling multiple tasks in a fast‐paced development cycle.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul style=""><li>Experience with DO‐254 hardware compliance or DO‐178C software aspects of aircraft systems.</li><li>Familiarity with high‐voltage harnesses and system‐level integration in hybrid‐electric or eVTOL aircraft.</li><li>Previous hands‐on collaboration with manufacturing teams and knowledge of wire harness assembly best practices (IPC/WHMA‐A‐620).</li><li>Track record of working on certification‐path aerospace development programs (e.g., Part 23 or Part 27/29).</li></ul>

EWIS Engineer - Propulsion

<h2>About Odys</h2>Our mission at Odys is simple - we build safe, sustainable aircraft to cut travel time in half on the world's busiest corridors. Our flagship aircraft <a href="https://youtu.be/fyI4XMsF2rM">Alta enables travelers to skip the big-airport hassle</a> by using city helipads and local airports to connect cities less than 1,000 miles apart (approx 40% of flights). And on average cut CO2 by 76% on tens of billions of flight miles globally.To get there, we start with our UAV called Laila for commercial logistics, medical transport, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and defense missions. We’re deploying aircraft with launch partners (<a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2024-09-20/fiji-airways-plans-connect-pacific-islands-laila-vtol">Fiji Airways</a>, <a href="https://aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/about-us/press-release/2024/07/honeywell-odys-aviation-to-collaborate-on-uncrewed-aircraft-operations-in-the-middle-east-and-pacific">Honeywell</a>, <a href="https://evtolinsights.com/2024/01/odys-aviation-aramex-announce-collaboration-to-develop-cargo-operations-in-uae-and-oman/">Aramex</a>, US Navy) beginning in late 2025 and already have firm orders for aircraft under contract.We’re a team of expert engineers from deep tech and aerospace that focus on fast iterations loops (<a href="https://youtu.be/AffdzQDUv2U">completed transition flight</a> faster than our peers) combined with mastery of the aircraft certification process. Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production, and electrified transportation vehicles that magnetically levitate, that roll, that fly. Together, we’ve been learning, developing, building, testing, and preparing for this challenge our entire lives.<h1>About The Role</h1>As a Senior Flight Controls Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the behavior of our UAVs, from initial concept to real-world flight. Our Flight Dynamics and Controls team is responsible for designing, implementing, and validating control algorithms that enable precise, stable, and agile flight. You will work closely with our aerodynamics, mechanical, software, and flight test teams to ensure seamless integration and execution of control strategies. This role offers the opportunity to directly impact the way our UAVs fly, through hands-on development, real-time testing, and flight validation.<h1>Responsibilities</h1><ul style=""><li>Design, implement, and tune flight control laws for a large UAV</li><li>Develop and refine autopilot architecture, guidance and navigation algorithms</li><li>Improve full system simulation model to support development needs</li><li>Closely collaborate with aerodynamics, controls and mechanical design teams to rapidly iterate on designs</li><li>Plan and execute model/software/hardware-in-the-loop (MIL/SIL/HIL) simulations, ground tests, and flight tests</li><li>Develop test procedures and analyze flight data to validate control system performance</li><li>Work closely with the flight test team to ensure safe and efficient execution of test campaigns</li></ul><h1>Required Qualifications</h1><ul style=""><li>Master’s or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field</li><li>5+ years of experience in flight control system development for UAVs</li><li>Strong understanding of flight dynamics, control theory, and system identification</li><li>Experience with modern flight control architectures and FBW (Fly-by-Wire) systems</li><li>Solid understanding of guidance, navigation and state estimation algorithms</li><li>Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, Python, and real-time embedded control implementation</li><li>Hands-on experience with HIL/SIL testing, flight testing, and data analysis</li><li>Experience with safety-critical systems development (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254)</li><li>Able to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><h1>Preferred Qualifications</h1><ul style=""><li>Experience with Embention flight computer hardware</li><li>Experience with aircraft system identification tools (e.g., CIFER, SIDPAC)</li><li>Experience with vertical takeoff and landing aircraft</li><li>Previous experience certifying a UAV or manned aircraft flight control system</li><li>Knowledge of actuator dynamics, redundancy management, and sensor fusion</li><li>Familiarity with UAV certification and design approval standards and processes (e.g., EASA SORA)</li><li>RC/Remote/Crewed pilot experience</li></ul>

Senior Flight Controls Engineer

<h2>About Odys</h2>Our mission at Odys is simple - we build safe, sustainable aircraft to cut travel time in half on the world's busiest corridors. Our flagship aircraft <a href="https://youtu.be/fyI4XMsF2rM">Alta enables travelers to skip the big-airport hassle</a> by using city helipads and local airports to connect cities less than 1,000 miles apart (approx 40% of flights). And on average cut CO2 by 76% on tens of billions of flight miles globally.To get there, we start with our UAV called Laila for commercial logistics, medical transport, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and defense missions. We’re deploying aircraft with launch partners (<a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2024-09-20/fiji-airways-plans-connect-pacific-islands-laila-vtol">Fiji Airways</a>, <a href="https://aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/about-us/press-release/2024/07/honeywell-odys-aviation-to-collaborate-on-uncrewed-aircraft-operations-in-the-middle-east-and-pacific">Honeywell</a>, <a href="https://evtolinsights.com/2024/01/odys-aviation-aramex-announce-collaboration-to-develop-cargo-operations-in-uae-and-oman/">Aramex</a>, US Navy) beginning in late 2025 and already have firm orders for aircraft under contract.We’re a team of expert engineers from deep tech and aerospace that focus on fast iterations loops (<a href="https://youtu.be/AffdzQDUv2U">completed transition flight</a> faster than our peers) combined with mastery of the aircraft certification process. Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production, and electrified transportation vehicles that magnetically levitate, that roll, that fly. Together, we’ve been learning, developing, building, testing, and preparing for this challenge our entire lives.<h2>About The Role</h2>Are you passionate about ensuring the highest levels of safety and system integration in cutting-edge aviation technology? Do you thrive on tackling complex safety assessments while bridging the gap between various engineering disciplines? If so, we invite you to join our innovative team, where your expertise will drive the safe and reliable development of our Light Unmanned Air System (LUAS) featuring hybrid-electric VTOL capabilities.In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in supporting our development team by defining critical functions, architectures, and requirements while steering validation and verification activities throughout the product lifecycle. Your deep knowledge of system engineering principles and safety assessment methodologies will ensure that our aircraft and systems not only meet, but exceed stringent customer and regulatory requirements.Working closely with teams spanning avionics, propulsion, structural design, software, and flight controls, you will integrate system engineering principles to evaluate and support complex system interactions during development. You will establish, maintain, and validate requirements crucial for both development and certification activities. You will develop and execute comprehensive safety program plans tailored to specific customer and regulatory needs. You will also prepare and maintain detailed safety documentation and lead safety-related analysis activities, including Functional Hazard Assessments (FHAs), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and a suite of advanced safety analyses (CMA, PRA, ZSA, and Cascading Effects Analysis).Your hands-on expertise with industry standards—such as ED-135A/ARP4761A—and modern safety assessment methods like STPA and MBSA will be vital in ensuring that our innovative unmanned systems operate safely under all conditions. If you are a meticulous, self-motivated professional with a strong work ethic and a collaborative mindset, this role offers an exciting opportunity to advance your career while making a significant impact on the future of aviation safety. <h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul style=""><li>Support the development team in defining functions, architectures and requirements and in the validation and verification activities in the scope of the development cycle of a Light Unmanned Air System (LUAS) incorporating hybrid-electric VTOL Capable Aircraft.</li><li>Validate system architectures (e.g.. fly-by-wire, propulsion, actuation).</li><li>Conduct Functional Hazard Assessments (FHAs) at UAS and system levels, perform Fault Tree Analysis (FTA).</li><li>Establish and maintain the Design and Installation Appraisals addressing Common Mode Analysis (CMA), Particular Risk Analysis (PRA), Zonal Safety Analysis (ZSA) and Cascading Effects Analysis within the scope of the safety assessment process.</li><li>Establish and maintain requirements for aircraft and systems as part of development and certification activities. </li><li>Perform requirement validation and verification activities to verify compliance with the established safety-related requirements as part of development and certification activities. </li><li>Prepare and maintain a safety program plan, considering specific customer and/or regulatory requirements.</li><li>Work closely with avionics, propulsion, structural, software, and flight control engineers to ensure safety requirements are established, validated and documented, and offer support to other engineering teams on safety-related topics. </li><li>Implement safety processes like ED-135A/ARP4761A.</li></ul><h2>Required Qualifications</h2><ul style=""><li>Extensive experience (minimum 5 years) in conducting safety assessments in the aviation sector or a university degree in a relevant engineering discipline with professional experience in conducting safety assessments.</li><li>Knowledge of ED-135A/ARP4761A.</li><li>Possess a critical view and strong analytical mindset. </li><li>Good communicator and an excellent team player with a hands-on attitude.</li><li>Strong work ethic and team collaboration.</li><li>Highly organized person with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining a professional, optimistic and non-confrontational attitude.</li><li>Very good knowledge of MS Office and Excel.</li><li>Very good knowledge of spoken and written English.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul style=""><li>Work experience with UAS, eVTOLs and/or hybrid aircraft. </li><li>Knowledge of ASTM F3309.</li><li>Understanding of novel safety assessment methods like STPA and MBSA.</li><li>Knowledge of system reliability and failure modes.</li><li>Work experience with the analysis tool ATICA, MADe or Ansys Medini.</li><li>Knowledge of European UAS regulations applicable to Specific Category UAS, including JARUS SORA.</li></ul>

Staff Safety Engineer - Light UAS

<h2>About Odys</h2>Our mission at Odys is simple - we build safe, sustainable aircraft to cut travel time in half on the world's busiest corridors. Our flagship aircraft <a href="https://youtu.be/fyI4XMsF2rM">Alta enables travelers to skip the big-airport hassle</a> by using city helipads and local airports to connect cities less than 1,000 miles apart (approx 40% of flights). And on average cut CO2 by 76% on tens of billions of flight miles globally.To get there, we start with our UAV called Laila for commercial logistics, medical transport, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and defense missions. We’re deploying aircraft with launch partners (<a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2024-09-20/fiji-airways-plans-connect-pacific-islands-laila-vtol">Fiji Airways</a>, <a href="https://aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/about-us/press-release/2024/07/honeywell-odys-aviation-to-collaborate-on-uncrewed-aircraft-operations-in-the-middle-east-and-pacific">Honeywell</a>, <a href="https://evtolinsights.com/2024/01/odys-aviation-aramex-announce-collaboration-to-develop-cargo-operations-in-uae-and-oman/">Aramex</a>, US Navy) beginning in late 2025 and already have firm orders for aircraft under contract.We’re a team of expert engineers from deep tech and aerospace that focus on fast iterations loops (<a href="https://youtu.be/AffdzQDUv2U">completed transition flight</a> faster than our peers) combined with mastery of the aircraft certification process. Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production, and electrified transportation vehicles that magnetically levitate, that roll, that fly. Together, we’ve been learning, developing, building, testing, and preparing for this challenge our entire lives.<h2>About The Role</h2>Are you passionate about cutting-edge aircraft and how to ensure the system design meets required safety and reliability? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where trade-offs, system optimization, and cross-functional collaboration shape the future of aviation? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Design Assurance Engineer.You will support the Chief Engineer in optimizing and refining the overall aircraft and system architecture. You will play a key role in system engineering trade-offs, requirements management, and process optimization while closely collaborating with the Multidisciplinary Optimization (MDO) &amp; Design Team. Your contributions will help enhance system efficiency, improve workflows, and ensure the seamless integration of engineering disciplines.<h2>Responsibilities</h2>The Design Assurance team is responsible for ensuring that aircraft, supporting systems, and operations meet or exceed design requirements and lead to safe, regulatory approved aircraft products. This role works with teams across design, structures, propulsion, avionics, software, and safety.<ul style=""><li>Co-lead system-level trade-offs, align aircraft design with system requirements, and ensure compliance with ARP4754B.</li><li>Implement and maintain engineering tools like Flow Engineering, RQA Quality Studio, System Composer and Capella for requirements, change tracking, and system modeling.</li><li>Lead weight tracking, change management, and system integration, ensuring structured configuration control.</li><li>Support regulatory requirements (MOCs) and integrate system safety with development assurance (DA) processes.</li><li>Work with MDO, airframe, safety, GNC, propulsion, and software teams to streamline engineering and certification workflows.</li><li>Assist in tracking schedules, budgets, and system documentation for traceability and regulatory adherence.</li></ul><h2>Required Qualifications</h2><ul style=""><li>A degree in physics, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.</li></ul><ul style=""><li>Exposure to systems engineering principles, trade-off analysis, and multidisciplinary design optimization (MDO).</li><li>Familiarity with change management and configuration control processes.</li></ul><ul style=""><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance technical trade-offs.</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork.</li><li>Highly organized with strong attention to detail and process-driven thinking.</li><li>Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work under minimal supervision.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and engineering collaboration tools.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul style=""><li>Basic understanding of aircraft architectures, system safety, system reliability and system integration.</li><li>Advanced coursework or certifications in systems engineering and requirements management.</li><li>Experience with Flow Engineering, System Composer, RQA Quality Studio, and Capella for requirements tracking and system modeling is highly desirable.</li><li>Knowledge of ARP4754B or a willingness to learn and apply its principles.</li><li>Coding skills (Python, C/C++).</li></ul>

Principal Systems Engineer

<h2>About Odys</h2>Our mission at Odys is simple - we build safe, sustainable aircraft to cut travel time in half on the world's busiest corridors. Our flagship aircraft <a href="https://youtu.be/fyI4XMsF2rM">Alta enables travelers to skip the big-airport hassle</a> by using city helipads and local airports to connect cities less than 1,000 miles apart (approx 40% of flights). And on average cut CO2 by 76% on tens of billions of flight miles globally.To get there, we start with our UAV called Laila for commercial logistics, medical transport, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and defense missions. We’re deploying aircraft with launch partners (<a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2024-09-20/fiji-airways-plans-connect-pacific-islands-laila-vtol">Fiji Airways</a>, <a href="https://aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/about-us/press-release/2024/07/honeywell-odys-aviation-to-collaborate-on-uncrewed-aircraft-operations-in-the-middle-east-and-pacific">Honeywell</a>, <a href="https://evtolinsights.com/2024/01/odys-aviation-aramex-announce-collaboration-to-develop-cargo-operations-in-uae-and-oman/">Aramex</a>, US Navy) beginning in late 2025 and already have firm orders for aircraft under contract.We’re a team of expert engineers from deep tech and aerospace that focus on fast iterations loops (<a href="https://youtu.be/AffdzQDUv2U">completed transition flight</a> faster than our peers) combined with mastery of the aircraft certification process. Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production, and electrified transportation vehicles that magnetically levitate, that roll, that fly. Together, we’ve been learning, developing, building, testing, and preparing for this challenge our entire lives.<h2>About The Role</h2>Are you able to design mass optimized components that contribute to successful aircraft function? Are you able to design simple and practical solutions to complex technical problems? Are you able to take designs from early concepts, through development, and deliver finished hardware?The structures team is responsible for design, analysis, manufacturing, quality, integration and testing of all airframe components. The team collaborates closely with aerodynamics, propulsion system, flight test and flight controls teams to be able to design a structure that meets the aerodynamics exterior surface requirements, provides control surfaces and actuation for stable flight and can house and route all the energy and propulsive units within the airframe. As a mechanical design engineer you will be responsible for design of structures and mechanisms, integration of electronics and propulsion system, sourcing suppliers for manufacturing, assisting with in-house composite tooling design and manufacturing, design of test rigs and test execution and aircraft integration. To be effective in this role, you must be flexible and a team player in order to accomplish the company goals. You will need to leverage your aerospace experience to design practical solutions to the next generation of aircraft.<h3>Responsibilities</h3><ol style=""><li>Full design cycle ownership of airframe components, mechanisms and actuators and electronics/turbine integration</li><li>Creation of 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings in CAD</li><li>Sizing components using hand calculations and FEA software</li><li>Working with vendors to source components</li><li>Hands on assembly and integration of prototype aircraft</li><li>Performing bench tests of different subsystem components and models</li></ol><h3>Requirements</h3><ol style=""><li>B.Sc. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering fields with a few years of experience working as a mechanical engineer</li><li>Demonstrated experience in designing a wide range of mechanical flight hardware</li><li>Experience with design of lightweight structural composite components</li><li>Experience using CAD and PLM software to manage designs, NX / Teamcenter preferred</li><li>Knowledge of GD&amp;T and tolerance stack up analysis</li><li>Solid understanding of manufacturing methods</li><li>Strong background in mechanics of materials</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Effective communication skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.</li><li>Understanding of aviation regulations (SC-VTOL Enhanced, CS-23,-25,-27,-29 or similar) and safety standards is a plus.</li></ol>

Mechanical Engineer - Airframe

<h2>About Odys</h2>Our mission at Odys is simple - we build safe, sustainable aircraft to cut travel time in half on the world's busiest corridors. Our flagship aircraft <a href="https://youtu.be/fyI4XMsF2rM">Alta enables travelers to skip the big-airport hassle</a> by using city helipads and local airports to connect cities less than 1,000 miles apart (approx 40% of flights). And on average cut CO2 by 76% on tens of billions of flight miles globally.To get there, we start with our UAV called Laila for commercial logistics, medical transport, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and defense missions. We’re deploying aircraft with launch partners (<a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2024-09-20/fiji-airways-plans-connect-pacific-islands-laila-vtol">Fiji Airways</a>, <a href="https://aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/about-us/press-release/2024/07/honeywell-odys-aviation-to-collaborate-on-uncrewed-aircraft-operations-in-the-middle-east-and-pacific">Honeywell</a>, <a href="https://evtolinsights.com/2024/01/odys-aviation-aramex-announce-collaboration-to-develop-cargo-operations-in-uae-and-oman/">Aramex</a>, US Navy) beginning in late 2025 and already have firm orders for aircraft under contract.We’re a team of expert engineers from deep tech and aerospace that focus on fast iterations loops (<a href="https://youtu.be/AffdzQDUv2U">completed transition flight</a> faster than our peers) combined with mastery of the aircraft certification process. Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production, and electrified transportation vehicles that magnetically levitate, that roll, that fly. Together, we’ve been learning, developing, building, testing, and preparing for this challenge our entire lives.<h2>About The Role</h2>The Motion Planning &amp; Controls Intern will contribute to the development of advanced navigation systems for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and future passenger aircraft. This internship emphasizes the development, testing and implementation of motion planning and controls software to achieve precise navigation over longer distances without relying solely on GPS. The intern will participate in a proof of concept project aimed at advancing navigation technology in aviation.<h2>Responsibilities:</h2><ul style=""><li>Research, design, and implement cutting-edge motion planning algorithms for real-time autonomous systems operating in GPS-denied environments.</li><li>Develop trajectory optimizers that adhere to geometric and dynamic constraints.</li><li>Collaborate with the Perception team to integrate existing perception and planning algorithms seamlessly.</li><li>Test and evaluate the navigation system's performance in both simulated and real-world environments.</li></ul><h2>Requirements:</h2><ul style=""><li>Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.</li><li>Proven experience in designing and implementing path planning and search algorithms, such as A*, RRT, PRM etc.</li><li>In-depth understanding of quad-rotor dynamics and control systems.</li><li>Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.</li><li>Proficiency with tools and frameworks such as ROS, Gazebo, RVIZ, PCL, Pytorch CUDA, OpenCL &amp; OpenGL.</li><li>Experience in developing software for resource-constrained, real-time, embedded environments like NXP SOMS, IMX 8MP, NVIDIA Jetson.</li><li>Hands-on experience with sensors like Lidar, Cameras, ToF sensors, and IMUs for modelling, processing, and noise identification.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Qualifications:</h2><ul style=""><li>Knowledge of linear, nonlinear control and sensor fusion techniques.</li><li>Familiarity with Visual Odometry, state estimation and SLAM algorithms</li><li>Familiarity with PX4 and/or Ardupilot Flight Controller (FC) software.</li><li>Understanding of UAV/UAS technologies and relevant regulations.</li><li>Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and simulation.</li></ul>

Motion Planning & Controls Intern

<h2>About Odys</h2>Our mission at Odys is simple - we build safe, sustainable aircraft to cut travel time in half on the world's busiest corridors. Our flagship aircraft <a href="https://youtu.be/fyI4XMsF2rM">Alta enables travelers to skip the big-airport hassle</a> by using city helipads and local airports to connect cities less than 1,000 miles apart (approx 40% of flights). And on average cut CO2 by 76% on tens of billions of flight miles globally.To get there, we start with our UAV called Laila for commercial logistics, medical transport, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and defense missions. We’re deploying aircraft with launch partners (<a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2024-09-20/fiji-airways-plans-connect-pacific-islands-laila-vtol">Fiji Airways</a>, <a href="https://aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/about-us/press-release/2024/07/honeywell-odys-aviation-to-collaborate-on-uncrewed-aircraft-operations-in-the-middle-east-and-pacific">Honeywell</a>, <a href="https://evtolinsights.com/2024/01/odys-aviation-aramex-announce-collaboration-to-develop-cargo-operations-in-uae-and-oman/">Aramex</a>, US Navy) beginning in late 2025 and already have firm orders for aircraft under contract.We’re a team of expert engineers from deep tech and aerospace that focus on fast iterations loops (<a href="https://youtu.be/AffdzQDUv2U">completed transition flight</a> faster than our peers) combined with mastery of the aircraft certification process. Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production, and electrified transportation vehicles that magnetically levitate, that roll, that fly. Together, we’ve been learning, developing, building, testing, and preparing for this challenge our entire lives.<h2>About The Role</h2>Odys Aviation is pioneering next-generation hybrid-electric aircraft to make sustainable high-speed regional travel a reality. This role focuses on the mechanical packaging, thermal management, and manufacturability of high-speed generators, propulsion motors, power inverters, battery enclosures, and hybrid-electric powertrain systems - for our UAV (Laila) and eVTOL (Alta) programs. You will play a key role in integrating these components into Odys' next-generation aircraft, ensuring high efficiency, durability, and compliance with aerospace standards.In this hands-on position, you will collaborate with electrical engineers, aircraft structural design experts, and certification teams to ensure your mechanical solutions conform to aerospace standards and best practices. The ideal candidate will thrive in fast-paced development cycles, be comfortable with quick design iterations, and have a strong ability to adapt to evolving system requirements. This is a hands-on role with full design cycle ownership, from conceptualization to hardware validation, contributing directly to Odys’s rapid path to flight testing and production aircraft roll-out.<h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul style=""><li>Design and optimize powertrain packaging, ensuring efficient space utilization and seamless integration into the aircraft.</li><li>Develop thermal management solutions, including heat dissipation strategies, liquid and air cooling systems, and materials selection for packaging and mounting high-power components.</li><li>Support the mechanical design and integration of high-speed motors and turbo-machinery, ensuring rotor dynamics, vibration control, and optimum packaging.</li><li>Work closely with electrical, and aircraft mechanical teams to ensure system compatibility and manufacturability.</li><li>Conduct structural, dynamic, and thermal FEA simulations to validate designs and optimize performance.</li><li>Create 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings in CAD (SolidWorks, Siemens NX), ensuring compliance with GD&amp;T and tolerance stack-up analysis.</li><li>Work with vendors and suppliers to source components, ensuring manufacturability and quality control.</li><li>Develop and assemble test rigs for subsystem and system-level powertrain testing.</li><li>Support the transition from prototype to production, addressing DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly) considerations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with aviation industry standards and contribute to relevant certification efforts.</li></ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul style=""><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>3+ years of experience in mechanical design, powertrain packaging, and aerospace or automotive integration.</li><li>Proficiency in SolidWorks, Siemens NX, and PLM software for CAD modeling and drawing management.</li><li>Strong understanding of thermal management, including heat exchangers, cooling system design, and thermal protection for high-power components.</li><li>Experience with high-speed rotating machinery, including shaft design, bearings, seals, and rotor dynamics.</li><li>Familiarity with manufacturing methods and assembly procedures, including CNC machining, composites, sheet metal, and additive manufacturing.</li><li>Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul style=""><li>Experience in aerospace powertrain development, particularly in high-speed generators and hybrid-electric propulsion.</li><li>Strong background in battery enclosure design, motor and power electronics packaging.</li><li>Familiarity with aviation certification standards and compliance processes.</li><li>Experience in HV system packaging, EMI shielding, and insulation strategies.</li><li>Hands-on experience assembling and integrating prototype aircraft or test rigs.</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to drive data-driven decisions</li></ul>

Mechanical Engineer - Propulsion

<h2>About Odys</h2>Our mission at Odys is simple - we build safe, sustainable aircraft to cut travel time in half on the world's busiest corridors. Our flagship aircraft <a href="https://youtu.be/fyI4XMsF2rM">Alta enables travelers to skip the big-airport hassle</a> by using city helipads and local airports to connect cities less than 1,000 miles apart (approx 40% of flights). And on average cut CO2 by 76% on tens of billions of flight miles globally.To get there, we start with our UAV called Laila for commercial logistics, medical transport, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and defense missions. We’re deploying aircraft with launch partners (<a href="https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/futureflight/2024-09-20/fiji-airways-plans-connect-pacific-islands-laila-vtol">Fiji Airways</a>, <a href="https://aerospace.honeywell.com/us/en/about-us/press-release/2024/07/honeywell-odys-aviation-to-collaborate-on-uncrewed-aircraft-operations-in-the-middle-east-and-pacific">Honeywell</a>, <a href="https://evtolinsights.com/2024/01/odys-aviation-aramex-announce-collaboration-to-develop-cargo-operations-in-uae-and-oman/">Aramex</a>, US Navy) beginning in late 2025 and already have firm orders for aircraft under contract.We’re a team of expert engineers from deep tech and aerospace that focus on fast iterations loops (<a href="https://youtu.be/AffdzQDUv2U">completed transition flight</a> faster than our peers) combined with mastery of the aircraft certification process. Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production, and electrified transportation vehicles that magnetically levitate, that roll, that fly. Together, we’ve been learning, developing, building, testing, and preparing for this challenge our entire lives.<h2>About The Role</h2>Odys Aviation is pioneering next-generation hybrid-electric aircraft to make sustainable high-speed regional travel a reality. As a Senior Power Electronics Engineer, you will be at the core of our powertrain development, designing and optimizing high-voltage inverters, converters, and motor controllers for our UAV (Laila) and eVTOL (Alta) programs. This role is critical to advancing our high-power, high-frequency switching power electronics stage platforms, tightly coupled embedded controls and fault-resilient propulsion architectures.You will be a hands-on engineer, independently driving hardware design from concept to prototype and validation, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards (ARP4754B, DO-178C, DO-254). Working closely with propulsion, embedded systems, and flight controls teams, you will lay the technical foundation for Odys’ powertrain systems and help scale the team as the company grows.<h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul style=""><li>Design &amp; Develop high-voltage(400-800VDC) inverters, converters, motor controllers, power filters, and gate drivers for aircraft propulsion.</li><li>End-to-end hardware development, including characterization of high-power switching devices, designing double-pulse test setups, optimizing DC bulk capacitor selection, and developing thermal management and fault protection strategies.</li><li>Perform high-fidelity simulations using MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, and SPICE to validate and optimize hardware designs.</li><li>Integrate hardware with embedded controllers, ensuring robust gate driver design, PMSM motor control, and real-time system monitoring.</li><li>Ensure compliance with aerospace certification standards (ARP4754B, DO-178C, DO-254) and document design decisions for regulatory approval.</li><li>Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to test, troubleshoot, and refine designs through iterative prototyping.</li><li>Lead hands-on validation efforts, including lab testing, debugging, and system integration with propulsion and flight hardware.</li></ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul style=""><li>Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.</li><li>5+ years of hands-on experience designing and testing high-voltage power electronics.</li><li>Deep expertise in SiC MOSFET-based inverter/converter design, gate driver circuitry, and HV system protection.</li><li>Strong understanding of PMSM motor control, embedded systems, and fault detection &amp; mitigation.</li><li>Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, and SPICE for powertrain analysis.</li><li>Ability to work independently, meet critical milestones, and drive projects from concept to hardware validation.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul style=""><li>Experience in aerospace or eVTOL powertrain development and familiarity with aircraft certification processes.</li><li>Expertise in DO-178C (software) and DO-254 (hardware) compliance in regulated environments.</li><li>Strong background in HV system protection strategies, fault handling, and EMI mitigation.</li><li>Experience developing advanced control algorithms for PMSMs and high-performance electric motors.</li><li>Track record of delivering production-ready power electronics in cross-functional engineering teams.</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to drive data-driven decisions</li></ul>

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EWIS Engineer - Propulsion

EWIS Engineer - Propulsion

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Senior Flight Controls Engineer

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Staff Safety Engineer - Light UAS

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Principal Systems Engineer

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Mechanical Engineer - Airframe

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Motion Planning & Controls Intern

Mechanical Engineer - Propulsion

Mechanical Engineer - Propulsion

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