What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrumentation and Electromechanical Engineer position at Honda Research Institute USA, Inc.?
Job Number: P24F02
Honda Research Institute (HRI) is a cutting-edge research and development organization dedicated to pushing the boundaries of scientific innovation. At HRI, we're committed to creating a sustainable future by developing advanced technologies that redefine the transportation experience. Honda is on a mission to revolutionize freedom of mobility by building the next generation of mobility ecosystem with the Honda eVTOL vehicle at its core. Through Honda's new mobility ecosystem, we will serve people with the "joy of expanding their life's potential."
San Luis Obispo
Key Responsibilities
Design for Development (80%)
Honda Research Institute (HRI) is a cutting-edge research and development organization dedicated to pushing the boundaries of scientific innovation. At HRI, we're committed to creating a sustainable future by developing advanced technologies that redefine the transportation experience. Honda is on a mission to revolutionize freedom of mobility by building the next generation of mobility ecosystem with the Honda eVTOL vehicle at its core. Through Honda's new mobility ecosystem, we will serve people with the "joy of expanding their life's potential."
San Luis Obispo
Key Responsibilities
Design for Development (80%)
- Design and development of the Systems Integration Lab (SIL) instrumentation and electromechanical architecture for the proof-of-concept eVTOL aircraft systems. The instrumentation and electromechanical architecture development includes high voltage power systems with considerations for safety, EMI requirements, thermal management, transient analysis, load analysis, and coordinating modal analysis.
- Design and overall responsibility for System Integration Lab (SIL) instrumentation, to include data acquisition, data storage, and post processing/data analysis.
- Design of Systems Integration Lab (SIL) wire harnesses, test racks, and breakout boxes for electrical systems to include high voltage and low voltage power, and high-speed sensitive and safety critical systems.
- Create and maintain system level block diagrams, ICD's, hardware design documents, and test procedures.
- EMI/EMC considerations for Systems Integration Lab (SIL) instrumentation and electromechanical system design including grounding and bonding.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to design, develop, and execute test plans for aircraft systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- Conduct functional, performance, and integration tests on various components and subsystems, including avionics, power distribution, communication systems, and sensors.
- Troubleshoot and analyze test results, identifying potential issues and recommending design improvements to enhance system performance and reliability.
- Assist in the development of test fixtures, equipment, and procedures to support efficient testing processes.
- Document and report test procedures, results, and findings in a clear and organized manner.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical engineers, software developers, and systems integration experts, to achieve seamless system functionality.
- In addition to all activities above, maintain good relationships and coordinate activities of the V&V team with other Honda teams, including other aircraft systems teams, Program Management team, Flight Test team, certification authorities, consultants, suppliers, etc.
- Coordinate and support discussions with regulatory agencies and certification authorities from the USA and other countries, related to V&V.
- Track and report status of the V&V team to ensure milestones are achieved as planned, while keeping team motivation and collaboration spirit.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent field. Master's degree plus relevant experience preferred.
- A minimum of 2 years of industry experience in instrumentation and electromechanical design, integration, and/or test.
- Hands-on experience in electrical systems test for aircraft applications in either Commercial (Part 23, 25, 27, and/or 29) or Military environments would be a plus.
- Proven track record of successful collaboration in multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
- Strong communication and presentation abilities.
- Proficiency with high voltage (>600VDC), wire harness design, and miscellaneous electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, vector network analyzers, etc.).
- Knowledge and experience with highly integrated system development following SAE guidance ARP-4754A.
- Knowledge and experience with systems comprised of items compliant with RTCA standards applicable to aircraft development like DO-160, DO-254, DO-178, DO-331 and others.
- Knowledge and experience with aircraft certification with FAA, EASA, TCCA, and/or other aircraft certification authorities around the world preferred.
- Experience with problem/issue report processes, risk tracking and mitigation.
- Strong decision making and communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
