Electronics & Electrical Engineer / On-Site (CA, USA)

What are we looking for?

Jetson is a category-defining eVTOL company with a mission to change the way we travel. Our vehicles democratize flight and move ground-based transportation up into the air.

Jetson is enabling new and exciting ways of travelling and we are committed to making this a reality.

Jetson is looking for highly self-motivated and proactive individuals with a proven record of extraordinary achievements. Join our hard-working, creative and talented team to realize the exciting dream of Advanced Air Mobility at our USA facility in Santa Margarita, California.

General needs of the company

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, build, test, validate, and optimize electronic systems, PCBAs, and components.

• Design, build, test, validate, and optimize electrical harnesses and wiring.

• Rapid prototyping and iteration of electric/electronic components and electric harnesses.

• Work with suppliers to resolve technical challenges ensuring product meets safety and quality standards.

• Identify applicable off-the-shelf electronics/electrical components and support procurement efforts.

• Integration and assembly of electrical components and electrical harnesses into prototype chassis.

• Troubleshoot and implement corrective actions in real-time.

• Collaborate with software engineers on setting requirements for designing electronics components.

• Develop and maintain detailed documentation, work instructions, and process validation reports.

• Develop tooling, harnessing form boards, testers, and quality control plans for electric harness assembly.

• Partner with the engineering team to ensure manufacturability of electric/electronics components and assemblies.

• Partner with design, quality, and supply chain teams to support production and ensure seamless transitions from prototype to full scale production.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Exceptional understanding of materials used in electrical systems, harness, and PCBA manufacturing, including wire types, connectors, crimping, epoxies, PCBA design considerations and electrical components.

• 10+ years of hands-on experience with soldering, wire crimping, connectors, prototyping, rework techniques, and building electrical harnesses.

• 10+ years of electronics, electrical, and PCBA experience.

• Experience with CAN and signal electric harnesses.

• Highly experienced with electrical and power distribution high voltage systems, wiring, integration, safety (60-800Vdc).

• Hands-on experience with electronics assembly and prototype development.

• Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy.

• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments.

• High proficiency in electronics design software and ability to create production documentation for suppliers.

• Ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, schematics, assembly procedures and work instructions.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Battery design, BMS, and charging.

• Automotive EV powertrains and high voltage charging systems.

• Experience with brushless electric motors.

• RC models, drones, and UAV building.

• Software programming.

• Ability to work with CAD software (Solidworks).

• Hands-on mechanical skills.

SOFT SKILLS:

• "Can-do, will-do" attitude with a proactive approach and willingness to take action.

• Applies time management, first principle thinking, effective planning, prioritizing, and organizing skills to maximize productivity.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Brings a positive attitude and energy to the workplace.

• Ability to work with and support engineers across multiple disciplines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

• Must be willing to travel supporting team efforts during demonstrations, fairs, and supporting customers.

• Must have a valid non-commercial Class C driving license.

• Must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at Jetson HQ California.