engineering
Posted Feb 6Battery Test & Validation Engineer (High Voltage Packs & Modules)
Los Angeles, United StatesHybrid
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of comprehensive test plans and procedures for battery modules and high voltage battery packs designed for aerospace applications.
- Collaborate closely with the design team to define DFMEA, test
- requirements and ensure testability of new battery technologies and designs. Support the development of battery system qualification and certification plans.
- Create and maintain system and sub-system Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&R). Draft and release test plans. Host Test Readiness Reviews.
- Execute hands on testing for performance, life cycle, environmental, safety, mechanical (shock and vibe), thermal, electrical and homologation testing.
- Design, build and integrate test fixtures, data acquisition systems, and control software to conduct accurate and repeatable testing.
- Analyze test data, generate detailed reports, and present findings to cross-functional teams and leadership.
- Identify failure modes, perform root cause analysis to enhance battery system performance and reliability.
- Manage external testing labs and vendors as needed. You'll Bring These
- responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Requirements
- At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km.
- Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade. Your mission
- You will leverage your deep understanding of Test & Validation methodologies and approach to drive innovation and ensure the highest levels of performance, safety and reliability. Key
- experience in battery testing and validation in high-reliability industries.
- Understanding of battery electrochemistry, performance characteristics, and safety
- experience in high voltage battery system testing and validation for lithium-ion batteries. •
- Experience running battery testing equipment (e.g., cyclers, environmental chambers, safety test equipment) and data acquisition systems.
- Proficiency in data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB).
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis.
- Familiarity with high-voltage systems and safety protocols. You'll Bring These
- experience in battery testing and validation, preferably within the aerospace, automotive, or other high-reliability industries.
- Deep understanding of battery electrochemistry, performance characteristics, failure mechanisms, and safety
- Familiarity with aerospace industry standards, regulatory requirements, qualification and certification processes. •
- Experience with battery modeling and simulation.
- Knowledge of battery management systems (BMS) and control algorithms. Education
Experience
- Qualifications for Senior Battery Test & Validation Engineer: 5+ years of
- Qualifications for Staff Battery Test & Validation Engineer: 8+ years of
Benefits
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or a related field. Base Pay Range: $140,000 — $216,000 USD
Additional details
- In this role, you will be a key contributor to the development, testing, and optimization of advanced battery cells specifically designed for the demanding
- requirements for lithium-ion batteries. Direct hands on
- Highly efficiency with high-voltage systems and safety protocols. These