Electric Propulsion Engineer for Electric UAVs
Destinus
The Destinus engineering team is on the hunt for an enthusiastic and proactive Electric Propulsion Engineer to spearhead the design, development, and enhancement of innovative propulsion systems for electric unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). We're seeking a candidate with considerable expertise in electric motor design, design for manufacturing (DFM), and propulsion system integration, who is driven by the desire to elevate UAV performance and efficiency to new heights.
Key Responsibilities{{:}
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- Design and develop high-performance electric motors tailored for UAV applications, focusing on lightweight, high-efficiency, and scalable manufacturing solution s
- Integrate propulsion systems, including motor controllers, batteries, and power management systems, into UAV platform s
- Conduct simulations and testing to evaluate motor performance, thermal management, and reliability under various operating condition s
- Implement Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to ensure electric motor designs are optimized for cost-effective, high-quality, and scalable productio n
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams to develop processes for winding, rotor assembly, and component sourcin g
- Research and implement advanced technologies in motor design, materials, and energy efficienc y
- Optimize propulsion systems for aerodynamics, noise reduction, and energy consumptio n
- Create technical documentation, including schematics, specifications, and test report s
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- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related fiel d
- 6-8 years of experience in electric propulsion system desig n
- Proven experience in electric motor design, propulsion systems, or related technologie s
- Demonstrated expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles for electric motors, including materials selection, tooling design, and cost optimizatio n
- Strong knowledge of power electronics, control systems, and battery management system s
- Experience with thermal management and energy optimization for electric propulsion system s
- Hands-on experience with prototyping and testing UAV propulsion system s
- Familiarity with motor winding techniques, rotor balancing, and mass production processes.
- Proficiency in CAD and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, ANSYS, or similar )
- Familiarity with UAV systems and aerodynamics is a strong plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
- Knowledge of the English language is require d
- Knowledge of the French or German language is an advantag e
- The ability and willingness to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environmen t
Join our dynamic team to shape the future of electric aviation and revolutionize UAV technology with cutting-edge propulsion systems
!Destinus is an equal opportunity employer{{:}} we value diversity in our company and our teams. We do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability statu
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