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JetZero

EWIS Wiring Architect

JetZero, Long Beach, California, us, 90899

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The JetZero team

We are experienced aerospace professionals and engineers, excited about the future. That future will only be possible if we share our vision and what it means to people’s lives: carbon-free flight that is better for both passengers and airlines around the world.

Overview JetZero is developing a blended-wing-body (BWB) aircraft. It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion. JetZero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel.

Key Responsibilities

Define and maintain EWIS architecture, including wiring routing, separation, protection, and termination strategies.

Develop and manage EWIS requirements and compliance documents per FAA/EASA regulations.

Conduct zonal analyses to ensure segregation, redundancy, and safety compliance.

Support trade studies to optimize EWIS routing for BWB and nontraditional layouts, balancing weight, maintainability, and safety.

Collaborate with systems teams (avionics, electrical power, propulsion, environmental control, structures) for EWIS integration.

Coordinate with design teams on harness design, installation requirements, and connector selection.

Assist in developing EWIS design tools, digital mock-ups, and routing databases.

Prepare and present technical documentation for certification authorities and internal design reviews.

Provide support during manufacturing, installation, and testing phases.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.

Experience in EWIS architecture development for transport or commercial aircraft.

Strong understanding of FAA/EASA Part 25 EWIS requirements and related guidance material (AC 25.1701-1, AMC 20-22, etc.).

Proficiency with wire schematics and harness design in Siemens Capital.

Create and maintain electrical standard parts catalog, BOM, and wiring list.

Support other systems to define equipment interfaces and harmonize across systems to support wiring interconnects.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Excellent communication skills, capable of working across disciplines.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

Experience with novel aircraft layouts (e.g., blended wing body, eVTOL, or distributed propulsion).

Familiarity with electrical bonding, shielding, and EMI/EMC compliance.

Knowledge of system safety assessments (SSA/FHA) and their impact on EWIS design.

Background in Nx electrical routing tools.

Background in production/installation processes for wiring harnesses.

Experience with digital twin/model-based systems engineering (MBSE) for EWIS.

Completion of degree or certification from a trade school and/or A&P license.

Experience in aerospace manufacturing with wire routing, dressing, hook-up/mating connections.

Experience in aerospace manufacturing with wire rework (wire repair, rerouting, connector disconnect, pin removal/install, splicing, soldering, and heat shrink).

Compensation Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $140,000 to $160,000. We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.

Unlimited PTO

10 paid holidays

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Equity tax advisory services

The Interview Process We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.

Our First Chat: you’ll meet with a recruiter or hiring team member to discuss your background, what you could bring to our team, and who we are.

The Hiring Manager Interview: you will meet with your potential future boss to discuss the role, the team, expectations, and what success means at JetZero.

Optional – Take Home Exercise: assessments to test the hard skills required for the job.

The Panel: learn more about the team, responsibilities, and workflows; you may meet with several teammates and cross-functional partners.

The Executive Review: meet an executive and learn more about the company and culture.

JetZero does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Equal Opportunity JetZero is an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws, ordinance, or regulation.

Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion is voluntary and will not affect hiring. Information provided will be kept confidential. This aligns with our Equal Employment Opportunity policy and applicable laws.

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability, Form CC-305, is available as part of government compliance. If you choose to complete it, your responses are confidential and used solely for compliance reporting.

PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.

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