Pyka · 5 months ago
Senior Composite Structure Engineer
Alameda, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$135K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expPyka is seeking a highly skilled Senior Composite Structure Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and prototyping of composite structures for their cargo aircraft. This role involves collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to develop lightweight, high-strength structures optimized for performance and manufacturability.
AerospaceAgricultureAir TransportationAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingRoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Design and develop composite primary and secondary aircraft structures using appropriate materials and layup strategies
Perform basic structural analysis using hand calculations and FEA to validate designs
Apply proper tolerancing and GD&T to ensure manufacturability and proper assembly
Create detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings (SolidWorks preferred)
Design tooling, molds, and fixtures for composite part fabrication and bonding
Perform testing to validate strength, stiffness, and durability of airframe components
Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure proper integration of structural components
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in composite structural design and analysis—preferably in aerospace or high-performance vehicle applications
Proficient in composite material properties, layup design, and bonding/joining techniques
Strong CAD skills with experience designing complex composite assemblies (SolidWorks highly preferred)
Solid understanding of structural mechanics and experience with FEA tools
Practical experience with tolerancing, and DFMA principles
Hands-on experience with composite prototyping, tooling, and fabrication processes
Excellent collaboration and communication skills
Preferred
Experience working with carbon fiber prepreg, wet layup, or resin infusion methods
Familiarity with out-of-autoclave composite processes
Knowledge of composite repair techniques and structural testing methods
Exposure to aerospace certification standards and structural substantiation processes
Experience with PLM systems and engineering change control
Benefits
Employer-sponsored health, dental and vision insurance
FSA with employer matching
401(k)
Paid holidays, generous PTO, and additional unpaid time off
Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Free catered lunch and plenty of snacks
Company
Pyka
Pyka is a robotics company on a mission to build the most useful autonomous aircraft on Earth.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$88.1MKey Investors
Obvious VenturesPrime Movers Lab
2024-09-23Series B· $40M
2022-04-26Series A· $37M
2019-12-24Seed· $8M
Leadership Team
Michael Norcia
Co-Founder, CEO/CTO
Chuma Ogunwole
Co-Founder and COO
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