Otto Aerospace

About Otto Aerospace OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aviation is designing world-class aircraft from first principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance. About the Role Otto Aerospace is seeking a dynamic engineer to oversee the design, development, and integration of the flight control system. Including both reversible primary flight controls as well as electro-mechanically actuated secondary flight controls. You will join a team developing the world’s most efficient aircraft. Otto Aviation is seeking first principles engineers that balance creativity with experience while working within an effective team atmosphere. What You’ll Do - Define flight control system requirements in line with Otto’s mission objectives and regulatory requirements. - Perform trade studies across key flight control systems and features against requirements. - Lead supplier selection and oversee supplier integration activities. - Lead flight control system development through conceptual design, preliminary design, detailed design, integration, and qualification phases. - Generate, review, and approve system safety analysis, engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, test plans & reports, and compliance documentation. - Define requirements for system integrated test lab / rig. - Coordinate with cross functional teams to define and validate flight control interfaces with adjacent systems and structures. - Lead development of flight control system CAD definition within Otto’s PLM system. - Define and show compliance for responsible systems to 14 CFR Part 23 and Part 25 regulatory requirements and interface with certification authorities. - Work with maintenance and operation experts on meeting reliability and maintainability targets. - Oversee component, system, and aircraft level functional testing, including ground and flight test. - Technical oversight and mentorship of junior engineers. - Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget, and technical status. Who You Are Education - S., in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent. Experience - 8+ years of experience in the design and development of reversible primary flight controls. - 4+ years of experience in the design and development of electro-mechanically actuated secondary flight controls. - 3+ years of experience overseeing, guiding, and mentoring less experienced engineers. - 3+ years of involvement in bid, proposal, and project capture activities. - Strong knowledge of flight control systems common in modern Part 23 / Part 25 business aircraft. - Mastery of FAR Part 23 and Part 25 certification requirements and processes pertinent to the flight control system. - Strong - knowledge understanding and experience with RTCA D-160G, DO-254, and SAE ARP4754A. - Advanced of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing. - Strong knowledge of industry standards and hands-on experience. - Overall knowledge of mechanical systems, propulsion, structures and key interfaces to the flight control system. - Proficiency with Dassault 3DX and/or CATIA V6 to interrogate both 3D and 2D data. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to closely coordinate with manufacturing to support MRB activities. - Experience managing supplier relationships. Required Skills - Active Listening: Practice to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders. - Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project. - Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers. - Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges. - Self-Motivation: Exude the highest level of commitment and motivation to see it through from start to finish. - Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills happily work together and accountable to shared goal. - Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations and other forms and channels of communication. Where You’ll Be ** This role will be remote with 25% travel onsite to our headquarters for team collaboration (currently Ft Worth, TX, to transition to Jacksonville, FL- when new facility is ready) Benefits Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13 paid company holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options. Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. #LI-Remote

Role Description Otto Aerospace is seeking a Senior Engineer, Airframe Stress Analysis to be a member of our team. The ideal candidate has relevant stress analysis experience and a willingness to learn. Otto Aerospace is seeking engineers who are comfortable working from first principles, work great in a team atmosphere, and get things done. The successful candidate will join the Structural Analysis department. This department employs classical and finite element analysis techniques to substantiate structure to the requirements. Additionally, they issue inspection plans to ensure the structure's continued airworthiness throughout the aircraft's lifetime. They also author governing documents and test documents, and specifications related to the aircraft structure to be consumed in the design, analysis, inspection, and repair of Otto aircraft. What You'll Do - Perform stress analysis of metallic and composite structural components, assemblies, and systems to provide inputs to the design and ensure structural integrity. - Author, review and approve analysis documentation. - Create and/or utilize Finite Element Models (FEM). - Perform Durability and Damage Tolerance (DADT) assessments. - Review and approve the engineering definition for release in the product lifecycle system (PLM). - Author, review and approve structural test plans and reports. - Compare structural test results to analytical models (test vs Finite Element Model). - Develop stress analysis tools and methodologies. - Support multi-disciplinary configuration development and trade studies. - Interface with materials & processes, structural test laboratories, flight test, manufacturing, and customers/regulation authorities. - Review, guide and support programs for new, supplemental, and experimental certification under FAR Part 23 sub part C & D. - Mentor junior team members. Qualifications - B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent. - 5+ years of relevant industry experience (or 2+ with M.S.). - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Experience with airframe static and fatigue stress analysis for both composite and metallic structures. - Knowledge of industry standard classical analysis methods. - Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis methods (FEMAP experience is a plus). - Experience authoring stress notes and stress reports. - Experience supporting disposition of non-conformances. - Proficiency with CATIA V5/V6/3DX and ENOVIA V5/V6/3DX. - Knowledge of typical airframe structural design criteria. - Knowledge of FAR Part 23 certification requirements and processes. Interpersonal Skills - Active Listening: Practice to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders. - Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project. - Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers. - Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges. - Self-Motivation: Exude highest level of commitment and motivation to see it through from start to finish. - Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills happily work together and are accountable to shared goals. - Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations, and other forms and channels of communication. - Ability to work with domestic/international supplies/partners effectively. Where You'll Be This will start as a remote position, with travel to the company's temporary headquarters in Ft Worth, TX, then will transition to on-site at our new location in Jacksonville, FL, upon facility readiness (6-12 months). Benefits - Competitive salaries. - Subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage. - 401(k) opportunities. - Paid short term disability. - Voluntary long-term disability. - Additional term life. - 15 paid days off. - 13-14 paid holidays. - Paid sick leave. - Potential bonuses and stock options depending on seniority and role. Company Description Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Principal Engineer, Propulsion Integration About Otto Aerospace Otto Aerospace is building the next generation of business aircraft. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Leveraging a combination of laminar flow aerodynamics and carbon-fiber materials, Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft that take advantage of first principles physics and deliver ground-breaking performance. About the Role Otto Aerospace is seeking a dynamic engineer to support and oversee the design, development, and integration of the propulsion system, including turbofan engines, FADECs, inlets, exhausts, heat exchangers, fans/blowers, and fire protection systems. You will join a team developing the world’s most efficient aircraft. Otto Aerospace is seeking first principles engineers that balance creativity with experience while working within an effective team atmosphere. What You’ll Do - Perform 1-D analysis, as well as Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis in support of aircraft subsystem integration, relating to fluid flow and heat transfer - Provide technical guidance for system owners in thermal science related activities, to include support with system level test planning, execution support, verification, data processing, and troubleshooting - Support development of engineering specifications and drawings - Prepare and/or review the thermal fluid content of certification compliance documents Who You Are Education - B.S., in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent Experience - 8-12 years of experience in the design and development of propulsion systems - 3+ years of direct experience with FADEC controlled turbofan engine integration in a Part 23 or Part 25 aircraft; familiarity with engine installation manuals - 2+ years of experience overseeing, guiding, and mentoring less experienced engineers - 2+ years of involvement in bid, proposal, and project capture activities - Proficiency using engine computer performance models (engine cycle deck analysis) - Mastery of FAR Part 23 and Part 25 certification requirements and processes pertinent to the propulsion systems - Strong understanding and experience with RTCA D-160G, DO-178, DO-254, and SAE ARP4754A - Good knowledge of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing - Strong knowledge of industry standards and hands-on experience - Overall knowledge of mechanical systems, fuel systems, environmental control systems, structures, avionics and electrical systems, and key interfaces to the propulsion system - Proficiency with Dassault 3DX and/or CATIA V6 to interrogate both 3D and 2D data - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Ability to closely coordinate with manufacturing to support MRB activities - Experience managing supplier relationships Required Skills - Active Listening: Practice to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders - Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project - Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers - Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges - Self-Motivation: Exude highest level of commitment and motivation to see tasks/projects from start to finish - Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture that facilitates people with unique personalities and skills, happily working together to accomplish a shared goal - Strong Business Communication: Use thoughtful language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations and other forms and channels of communication Where You'll Be **This role will be remote with 25% travel to our current headquarters in Ft Worth, TX, then transition to full onsite at our new location in Jacksonville, FL in mid/late 2026. Benefits Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13 paid holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options. Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. #LI-Remote

About Otto Aerospace OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aviation is designing world-class aircraft from first principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance. About the Role Otto Aerospace is seeking a Strategic Procurement Specialist to join Otto Aviation’s Supply Chain team. This role will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, components, and services necessary for the SuperNatural Vision project. This role requires extensive knowledge of the aerospace or consumer electronics industry, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in procurement within the aerospace or electronics sector and possess exceptional analytical and communication skills. What You'll Do - Develop and implement procurement strategies specific to the SNV business needs, considering factors such as technological advancements, regulatory requirements, and market trends - Conduct extensive market research to identify aerospace/electronics suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and assess their compliance with industry standards and regulations - Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including engineering, production, and quality assurance teams, to align procurement strategies with the organization's projects and objectives - Identify and qualify aerospace/electronics suppliers based on stringent criteria, including quality, reliability, certification compliance (such as AS9100), capacity, financial health, and reputation - Negotiate contracts and establish favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations - Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, promoting open communication, addressing performance issues, and fostering continuous improvement - Monitor and evaluate supplier performance through metrics, scorecards, and regular performance reviews - Identify cost-saving opportunities through effective negotiation, volume discounts, value engineering, and alternative sourcing strategies - Analyze pricing trends, market fluctuations, and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions and mitigate cost risks - Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with aerospace suppliers, ensuring compliance with industry-specific requirements and regulations (e.g., International Traffic in Arms Regulations - ITAR). Monitor contract performance, resolve disputes, and manage contract renewals and terminations - Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, including contingency plans, dual-sourcing strategies, and supplier qualification processes - Monitor supplier financial stability, technology roadmap, and adherence to industry certifications and regulatory requirements - Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, such as SNV, Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Finance, and Quality Assurance personnel, to understand their specific aerospace/SNV procurement needs and requirements - Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery, quality metrics (defect rates, reject rates), and supplier performance - Ensure strict compliance with aerospace industry regulations, standards, and certifications, such as AS9100, ITAR, and NADCAP - Maintain a strong ethical approach to procurement, promoting fairness, transparency, and integrity in all aerospace procurement activities Other Requirements - Ability to travel, approximately 15-25% travel, domestic and internationally What You'll Do Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus - 7+ years proven procurement and supplier management experience in the aerospace industry or consumer electronics, with in-depth knowledge of aerospace materials, components, and systems - Proven experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make data-driven decisions - Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels - Proficiency in using procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and Microsoft office suite - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, managing multiple priorities simultaneously - Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop junior team members Interpersonal Skills  -  Active Listening: Practice to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders - Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project - Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers - Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges - Self-Motivation: Exude highest level of commitment and motivation to see it through from start to finish - Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills happily work together and accountable to shared goal - Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations and other forms and channels of communication Where You'll Be Otto Aerospace is currently a remote workplace. We will relocate to our permanent headquarters in Jacksonville, FL, beginning in late 2026. This role is expected to relocate at that time. Exceptions will be considered for exceptional candidates. This role will be required to travel 20-25% to meet at our temporary facility in Fort Worth, TX (prior to relocation) or other locations in support of program activities. Benefits Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13-14 paid holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options. Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. #LI-Remote

About Otto Aerospace OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow for a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aerospace is designing world-class aircraft from first principles of physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance. About the Role The Recruiting Coordinator plays a key role in delivering a seamless, high-quality hiring experience for both candidates and hiring teams. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and energized by supporting a fast-moving, high-growth environment. You will be the operational backbone of the recruiting function, ensuring processes run smoothly while helping Otto Aerospace attract exceptional talent. What You’ll Do - Coordinate and schedule interviews across multiple teams, time zones, and priorities - Source and screen candidates for hard-to-fill jobs - `Manage candidate data and recruiting workflows within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) - Prepare interview materials and ensure hiring managers are aligned and prepared - Support job posting, offer letter preparation, background checks, and onboarding coordination - Track recruiting metrics and generate regular reports on hiring activity and pipeline status - Maintain a professional, welcoming, and responsive candidate experience that reflects Otto’s culture - Partner closely with recruiters, hiring managers, and HR to continuously improve recruiting processes Who You Are Experience - 3-5+ years of experience in recruiting coordination, HR operations, or a related administrative role - Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously - Strong communication and interpersonal skills; polished and professional with candidates at all levels - Experience with ATS platforms and scheduling tools preferred, Greenhouse expertise a plus - High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and follow-through - Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced, and evolving environment Preferred Experience - Interest in aerospace, engineering, or advanced technology industries - Experience supporting technical or engineering recruiting - Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership Where You’ll Be **This role will be remote with possible travel, as needed to our temporary, and final headquarters in Ft Worth, TX and Jacksonville, FL, respectively Benefits Otto Aerospace provides a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short term disability, voluntary long-term disability and additional term life, with 15 paid days off, 13 paid company holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority and role, some roles qualify for potential bonuses and stock options. Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We believe that a diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and greater success. The more inclusive we are, the stronger we become. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. #LI-Remote

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Accounting Manager will lead full-cycle accounting activities, own the monthly close, and help mature the company’s processes, to public-company standards in support of a future IPO. The role is hands-on, reporting to the Controller, and partnering with FP&A, engineering, and PMO to bridge from an R&D environment to scalable, SOX-ready financial operations. What You’ll Do - General Ledger, Close, Reconciliations - Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process ensuring timely and accurate US GAAP financial statements. - Leverage technical accounting expertise to evaluate and interpret complex financial transactions, ensuring proper classification and compliance with GAAP. - Ensure account reconciliations are prepared timely and accurately. - Accounting Operations - Lead the AP (including expense report and p-card program), AR, and Cash Management functions, own the weekly payment run process. - Review fixed assets, assets under construction, lease accounting entries. - Own project accounting set up and maintenance. - Review payroll and benefits entries, responsible for bonus and stock-based compensation entries. - Ramp system administrator until the company fully transitions to Concur, monitors integration with QuickBooks. - Ensure Concur and SAP remain in sync and reconciled (expense reimbursements and p-card transactions). - Process Improvements, Systems Administration - Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems. - Own the UAT process for SAP and Concur implementations, and will be the system administrator for SAP post implementation. - Create user guides, update policies and procedures under new ERP system environment. - Leadership and Collaboration - Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team; set clear expectations, review work and build a culture of ownership, accuracy and continuous improvement. - Foster strong collaboration with internal and cross-functional teams. - Other - Support IPO readiness efforts. - Collaborate with external auditors and tax consultants. - Respond to ad hoc requests for information from internal/external stakeholders. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA strongly preferred. - 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a mix of public accounting and industry; experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or complex R&D environments is highly desirable. - Solid knowledge of US GAAP, including leases, stock-based compensation, and R&D/project accounting; experience with technical memos and audit interaction. - Prior experience in a high-growth or pre-IPO company and/or with public company SOX readiness, IPO transactions is a strong plus. - Hands-on experience leading the close, managing a team, implementing process improvements. - Comfortable working in a fast-changing environment with incomplete processes, and able to design pragmatic, scalable solutions. - Strong systems orientation, experience with implementing or optimizing ERP and related financial tools. - SAP, Concur, QuickBooks, Ramp experience a plus. Interpersonal Skills - Customer service-centric, meeting customer needs, and eventually anticipating them. - Comfortable with ambiguity, as we continue in a rapid growth mode. - Curious, willing to learn new tools, adaptable. - Organized and disciplined, prioritize work assignments, and meet deadlines. - Self-Starter: ability to independently identify work that needs to be completed or issues that need to be addressed. - Active Listening: gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders. - Critical Thinking: make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project. - Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, consistent methodologies, and documentation to deliver an exceptional work product. - Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution. - Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people work together and are accountable to shared goals. - Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating. - Self-Motivation: Exude the highest level of commitment and motivation. Where You’ll Be This role is remote with occasional travel to company headquarters. Benefits - Competitive salaries. - Subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage. - 401(k) opportunities. - Paid short-term disability. - Voluntary long-term disability and additional term life. - 15 paid days off. - 13-14 paid holidays. - Paid sick leave. - Potential bonuses and stock options depending on seniority and role. Company Description Otto Aerospace is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort.