Senior Systems Engineer

Our Company

Whisper Aero is pioneering a more compelling and connected future by delivering cleaner, quieter, and more efficient propulsion solutions. Today's open rotor propulsion systems are challenged by safety, noise, and performance limitations at all scales. Whisper's breakthrough technologies allow aircraft to fly anywhere at any time without disturbing communities, at greater speeds, and with incredible improvements in efficiency and cost. Their innovations also enable a new generation of air moving products that can blend into the soundscapes of daily life. Whisper was founded by industry veterans, Mark Moore and Ian Villa, and continues to innovate a future that’s as considerate as it is compelling with its world-class team in Tennessee. 

• Lead system design and system integration for aircraft, subsystems, and engines 
• Define system architectures, interfaces, and requirements for integrated aircraft systems 
• Perform system trade studies, safety analyses, and failure mode assessments 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a consistent and optimal system design 
• Develop and maintain system level design data such as requirements, ICDs, and verification plans 
• Generate requirements from customer feedback and business needs 
• Decompose requirements and functions from system level down to the component level 
• Evaluate the system impacts of requirements changes 
• Define verification and validation strategies and plans 
• Support testing and validation activities 
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and regulatory requirements 

• U.S. Person status is required, as this position may access export-controlled data.
• Requires a bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering (or equivalent) and at least 6 years demonstrated experience in systems engineering for aircraft, propulsion systems, or similar complex systems.
• Requires demonstrated experience leading the integration of complex systems.
• Strong understanding of aerospace development standards (ARP4754A, DO-160, DO-178, DO-254, etc.).
• Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama, Polarion).
• Familiarity with model based systems engineering (MBSE) best practices.
• Understanding of failure mode and effects analyses (FMEA), functional hazard analyses (FHA), and system safety assessments 
• Comfortable working in a rapid development environment with frequent data driven design changes and high levels of ambiguity 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
• Effective written and oral communication skills 
• A willingness to work on tasks outside your primary job functions 

• Strong understanding of electric propulsion technologies, power distribution, and control systems 
• Experience with hybrid-electric or fully electric aircraft systems 
• Familiarity with SOLIDWORKS or similar 3D CAD software 
• Knowledge of thermal management and energy storage systems 
• Background in experimental flight or certification processes 

Benefits: 

• Top-tier Benefits: 100% paid Medical, dental, and vision for employees, 75% paid for dependents
• PTO & Federal Holidays: Starting at four weeks of paid time off for vacation, sick, and personal days
• Competitive Salary: Value-based compensation, plus enjoy Tennessee’s no-income-tax life
• End of Year Bonuses: For eligible employees
• We always have beverages and snacks available to energize you throughout the day, with paid team meals based on office demands.
• 401(k) 
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional Development Stipend

Whisper Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Whisper Aero also participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.