Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly aircraft the world's first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.
Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal aircraft are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been flying for over 10 years. Last year we announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, which is rapidly progressing toward general release and scalable production in 2026.
Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.
About the job
As part of the Electrical Engineering team, you will drive the development and maintenance of the manufacturing test systems used for Blackfly’s avionics.
Responsibilities
Develop automated, scalable test frameworks that can be used to quickly develop and deploy tests for new electronic assemblies
Create efficient, scalable production testing solutions for our electronic assemblies in a medium size manufacturing environment (100-1000s units)
Brainstorm and implement improvements to our manufacturing test environment for efficiency, reliability, and ease of use
Work cross-functionally with design and manufacturing teams to resolve manufacturability issues in production
Review existing designs and develop innovative solutions to new problems
Qualifications
Undergraduate or graduate degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
Experience writing firmware (C/C++) for MCUs in embedded systems
Experience writing python scripts and python development
Experience reading circuit schematics with schematic capture tools
Proficient at troubleshooting circuits with appropriate lab tools
Bonus Qualifications
3+ years of relevant experience with embedded development
Experience with statistical analysis
Experience taking at least one product through the entire development process
Familiarity/experience with one or more of the following:
Prototype and medium volume manufacturing
BLDC Motor Controller integration/testing
Lithium-based battery testing/monitoringInterest in RC planes, quadcopters, or aviation
Personal Attributes
Resourceful, curious, and never satisfied with the status quo
Always thinking about how to make things more efficient
Thrive in a fast-moving, stimulating, and supportive team environment
Strong work ethic and detail-oriented
Love learning and being challenged
