Engineer, Rapid Prototyping
About Otto Aerospace
Otto is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow for a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft from first principles of physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance.
About the Role
Otto Aerospace is seeking a dynamic engineer to join our Aircraft Integration Team. The ideal candidate will have a background in aerospace rapid prototyping including hands-on design, build, and assembly of mockups and prototypes utilizing 3D printed, wooden, metallic, fiberglass, and carbon fiber construction. You will be joining a team developing the world’s most efficient aircraft. Otto Aerospace is seeking first principles engineers that work great in a team atmosphere and know how to get things done.
What You'll Do
- Be a functioning team member within Otto’s Aircraft Integration Team.
- Lead the design, fabrication, and assembly of low-to-high fidelity aerospace prototypes, mockups, and test rigs both in and out of house
- Select materials, components, and fabrication methods suitable for performance, cost, and build speed requirements
- Translate concepts, ideas, and sketches into function hardware and test rigs.
- Support design and fabrication of supplier on-site builds
- Mentor and guide teammates through rapid prototyping builds
- Hands-on fabrication, build, and assembly
- Maintains a clean and safe working environment
- Document build processes, test results, and design iterations to support engineering and certification efforts.
- Develop basic cost estimates for mockup designs
- Ordering, purchasing, and retrieval of components and supplies.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure prototypes meet performance and integration requirements
- Perform and participate in trade studies to influence key aircraft decisions.
Who You Are
Education
B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
Experience
- 3-5 years of rapid prototype experience, preferably in aerospace
- Skills in CATIA V5/V6/3DX (or similar); 3DX is preferred.
- Hands-on experience with shop tools and equipment including drills, saws, lathes, mills, welders, routers, etc.
- Strong understanding of materials (plastics, woods, metals, composites), their uses, and manufacturing techniques.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Overall knowledge of mechanical systems, propulsion, structures, avionics, and key interfaces to aircraft systems common on Part 23 / Part 25aircraft.
- Strong knowledge of industry standards with hands-on experience.
- Basic understanding of Product Lifecycle Management processes.
- Familiarity with RTCA DO-160G, DO-254, and SAE ARP4754A.
- Familiarity with FAR Part 23 and Part 25 requirements.
Desired Additional Skills and Experience
- Electromechanical integration and test.
- Understanding of basic LV/HV wiring.
- Logistics and shipping experience or understanding
Where You'll Be
**This role will start onsite at our temporary facility at Meacham Airport in Ft Worth, TX until mid/late 2026 or when our new headquarters is ready to occupy in Jacksonville, FL, at which time it will transition there.
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 paid company holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options.
Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
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