Staff Aeroacoustics Engineer

The Role

Electra is seeking an Staff Aeroacoustics Engineer to lead the development and validation of Electra's noise prediction toolchain, the analysis of the EL9 aircraft acoustic footprint and the design of noise-reduction features on the aircraft. You will own acoustic analyses across all phases of aircraft development, from concept through certification.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development of exterior and interior acoustics modeling and analysis.
• Lead trade studies on noise reduction trades including analysis of design modifications and alternative flight trajectories.
• Manage contractors and interface with academic partners developing acoustic tools and supporting analyses.
• Support ground and flight test activities, including acoustic testing and test planning, data reduction, and test-to-analysis correlation.
• Support Electra's commercial team to perform customer-specific acoustic analyses.
• Prepare and present at internal technical reviews.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; Master's or Ph.D. degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in acoustics engineering.
• Strong understanding of electric propulsor performance and aeroacoustics.
• Strong understanding of aircraft noise sources and analysis methods
• Experience working with CFD or vortex panel methods.
• Experience working with ANOPP2 or PSUWOPWOP or similar tools
• Familiarity with FAA Part 23 or Part 25 acoustic certification requirements.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical results through formal reports, presentations, and cross-functional discussions.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple analysis efforts in a fast-paced development environment.

Bonus Points

• Experience supporting acoustic flight test or ground test.
• Background in hybrid-electric, eSTOL/eVTOL, or advanced aircraft development programs.
• Experience with test analysis correlation and model validation.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD or RTCA acoustic standards.
• Experience working directly with suppliers on dynamic environment definition and issue resolution.
• Private pilot license or a strong passion for aviation is a plus.