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Electrical Engineer - Airplane Power Distribution

JetZero · Long Beach, CA

Posted about 3 months ago · $135,000 to $165,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
JetZero's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
95% of JetZero's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at JetZero
high
18 stale, 0 reposted of 19 open
Hiring momentum
24 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from JetZero's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for JetZero.

About this role

As an Electrical Engineer at JetZero, you will design, test, and integrate electrical power systems for their demonstrator aircraft. Your role involves collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure compliance with power requirements and regulatory standards, while also conducting analysis, troubleshooting, and developing documentation related to electrical systems.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
4/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of JetZero as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related engineering discipline
  • 10+ years of experience in electrical power systems design for Part 25 aircraft (AC generation, DC distribution, power management)
  • Experience analyzing technical data and performance testing for electrical power systems
  • Strong ability to troubleshoot power generation and distribution failures and drive root-cause investigations with clear documentation
  • Proven track record of system integration and test execution on aircraft programs
  • Experience with supplier technical management and oversight

Nice to have

  • Direct experience on experimental aircraft or flight demonstrator programs (experimental or similar)
  • Knowledge of FAA/EASA electrical system regulations (Part 25 electrical systems, EWIS, lightning and HIRF protection)
  • Familiarity with electrical system design standards: DO-160, DO-254, ARP4754A, ARP4761
  • Advanced experience with power generation, energy storage, and distribution architectures (AC/DC hybrid, high-voltage systems, power electronics)
  • Familiarity with digital thread approaches and aerospace CAD/PLM tools

What you get

  • Generous PTO
  • 12 paid holidays
  • 401(k)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance

Worth weighing

  • No mention of remote work options
  • Requires significant experience in a specialized field
  • The role involves working on cutting-edge technology, which may come with high expectations
  • JetZero does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified

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Listed by JetZero on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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