Heart’s mission is to create the fastest, most affordable and sustainable transportation for regional travel to every corner of the world. Their first aircraft is the ES-19, a nineteen-passenger airliner with an operating range of 400 km. Heart's goal is to have the aircraft certified for commercial operation by 2025.

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"Fast, affordable, and sustainable regional air travel with the ES-19 electric aircraft."

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. We are now looking for a Senior Flight Mechanics Engineer to join our Flight Science team in Gothenburg. Do you have experience of aircraft flight mechanics and want to contribute to a more sustainable future? Your missionThe Senior Flight Mechanics Engineer will play a crucial role in the design, development, and certification of our aircraft. Given its electric nature and novel design features, this may require innovative approaches in modelling, analysing, and testing. This will be a broad role covering design support, analysis and compliance finding. In this position, you will interface and work with all other engineering groups, including systems and design.Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:<ul><li>Develop and validate flight mechanics models.</li><li>Evaluate aircraft handling qualities, stability and controllability.</li><li>Size empennages and control surfaces.</li><li>Define controls/actuations characteristics.</li><li>Define and optimize flight control laws.</li><li>Propose modifications to the design of the aircraft.</li><li>Work on stability &amp; control requirements definition, validation and verification.</li><li>Support flight test with preparation, data reduction and reports.</li><li>Define methodologies to ensure compliance with regulations and design specifications.</li><li>Prepare certification documents and coordinate with authorities.</li><li>Generate technical documents to communicate the results of the analyses to the different stakeholders.</li><li>Identify failure conditions which affect stability &amp; control from SFHA and analyse the impacts.</li><li>Support the implementation of the strategy for the Stability &amp; Control team in order to comply with the company’s goals.</li></ul>You will report to the Head of Flight Science and belong to the Flight Science team. Your place of work will be at our main office located in Gothenburg, Sweden. <ul><li>Minimum 10 years experience in a relevant engineering discipline, within an aerospace OEM company environment, including the conceptual and preliminary design phase.</li><li>Direct experience in the role of flight dynamics / stability &amp; control engineer.</li><li>Significant aircraft conceptual and preliminary design experience.</li><li>Experience with aircraft development programs through the entire design, development &amp; certification lifecycle (EASA/FAA Part 23 or 25).</li><li>Experience with flight dynamics modelling, simulation, and flight testing.</li><li>Proficient programming expertise in Matlab and Simulink. Knowledge in Python is desirable.</li><li>Experience working in a start-up environment is a merit.</li><li>Excellent verbal &amp; written communication skills in English.</li><li>Eagerness to work with others.</li><li>Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry.</li></ul>Education<ul><li>Bachelor, Master or Doctor of Science degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline.</li></ul>We recommend you submit your application in English as soon as possible as selection and interviews are held continually.

Senior Flight Mechanics Engineer

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. We are now looking for a Senior Stress Engineer to join our Airframe &amp; interiors team in Gothenburg. Do you have experience with expertise in composite structures from concept design through manufacturing and want to contribute to a more sustainable future? Your missionThe Senior Stress Engineer will have a critical role in the design, analysis, and optimization of lightweight composite structures, focusing on advanced manufacturing technologies like Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) and Vacuum-Assisted Resin Transfer Molding (VARTM). Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:<ul><li>Perform detailed stress and structural analysis of composite aircraft components such as wings, fuselage sections, empennage, and secondary structures, ensuring all analysis meets aerospace certification standards.<a href="#_msocom_1"></a></li><li>Use advanced finite element analysis (FEA) tools (NASTRAN, Hypermesh) to simulate load conditions and predict structural behavior.</li><li>Work with design teams to optimize composite structures for performance, manufacturing and weight reduction.</li><li>Recommend changes to laminate stacking sequences, fiber orientations, and ply layup to meet performance criteria and facilitate Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) or other advanced composite manufacturing processes.</li><li>Liaise with design, manufacturing, materials engineering, and quality teams to ensure composite structures are designed and analyzed in accordance with project specifications.</li><li>Provide technical guidance during the manufacturing process, addressing composite layup, curing processes (e.g. VARTM), and inspection methods.</li><li>Prepare stress reports and documentation for certification authorities.</li><li>Support full-scale testing of composite components, including static, fatigue, and environmental tests.</li><li>Correlate FEA models with physical test results, refining analysis as necessary.</li></ul> <a href="#_msoanchor_1"></a><ul></ul>You will report to the Head Airframe &amp; Interiors and your place of work will be at our main office located in Gothenburg, Sweden. <ul><li>10+ years experience in stress analysis of composite materials in the aerospace industry.</li><li>Proficiency in FEA tools like NASTRAN, Hypermesh, HyperX.</li><li>Specialized coursework or certification in composite structures, stress analysis, or finite element methods is a plus.</li><li>Deep understanding of composite material behavior, laminate theory, and ply-by-ply failure criteria.</li><li>Familiarity with aerospace design software (e.g., CATIA, Siemens NX and Fibersim) for composite layup and analysis.</li><li>A proactive and forward-thinking approach to challenges with ability to develop novel and creative solutions alongside emerging technologies. Thrives in environments where conventional solutions might not be sufficient and enjoys the exploration of new ideas to optimize performance and efficiency</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, particularly in applying stress analysis to real-world designs.</li><li>Strong communication and report-writing skills for technical documentation and coordination with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Excellent verbal &amp; written communication skills in English </li><li>Eagerness to work with others </li><li>Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry</li></ul>Education<ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.</li></ul><ul></ul>We recommend you submit your application in English as soon as possible as selection and interviews are held continually.

Senior Stress Engineer - Composite Structures

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. We are now looking for a Senior Stress Engineer - Composite Structural Testing to join our Airframe &amp; Interiors team in Gothenburg. Do you have experience with expertise in composite structural testing, e.g. composite coupon testing, element testing, and full-scale aircraft testing and want to contribute to a more sustainable future? Your missionThis role focuses on the validation of composite materials and structures through rigorous testing methods to validate our design concepts, innovative design solution, ensuring that they meet the required safety, durability, and performance standards for aerospace applications.Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:<ul><li>Lead and manage composite coupon, element, and full-scale structural testing programs to validate the performance of composite materials and structures.</li><li>Plan and execute tests for components such as fuselage sections, wings, control surfaces, and other critical aerospace structures.</li><li>Develop test matrices, determine test parameters, and select appropriate test methods based on material properties, design requirements, and certification standards.</li><li>Collaborate with design and analysis teams to define test objectives and create detailed test plans, and provide feedback to refine composite structure design based on test results and analysis.<a href="#_msocom_1"></a></li><li>Specify and coordinate the design and fabrication of test fixtures, ensuring they meet the requirements for composite material testing.</li><li>Supervise the execution of tests, including setup, instrumentation, and data collection. </li><li>Analyze test data and correlate it with analytical models, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA).</li><li>Provide feedback to design teams to refine composite structure designs based on test results and analysis.</li><li>Use test outcomes to validate and improve FEA models, ensuring alignment between analysis predictions and test articles.</li><li>Investigate test failures and analyze structural performance to determine root causes and potential design or material improvements.</li><li>Prepare detailed test reports, documenting test procedures, results, and recommendations for further development or certification.</li><li>Provide input on damage tolerance and repair strategies based on testing outcomes.</li><li>Ensure that all testing processes comply with industry regulations and standards, such as ASTM, FAA, and EASA guidelines.<a href="#_msocom_4"></a></li></ul><ul></ul>You will report to the Head of Airframe &amp; Interiors and your place of work will be at our main office located in Gothenburg, Sweden. <ul> <li>5+ years of experience in stress analysis and composite structural testing, with hands-on experience in aerospace testing environments.</li> <li>Strong experience in composite coupon testing, composite element testing, and full-scale testing of composite aircraft structures.</li> <li>Proficiency in FEA software such as NASTRAN, Hypermesh for correlating test results with analysis models.</li> <li>Knowledge of testing equipment, instrumentation (e.g., strain gauges, load cells, optical sensors), and data acquisition systems.</li> <li>Ability to analyze test data, perform failure analysis, and correlate experimental results with numerical simulations.</li> <li>Strong communication and report writing skills, with the ability to present complex technical data clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li> <li>Familiarity with aerospace certification standards (e.g., FAA, EASA) is highly desirable.</li><li>Excellent verbal &amp; written communication skills in English </li><li>Eagerness to work with others </li><li>Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry</li></ul>Education<ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.</li></ul>We recommend you submit your application in English as soon as possible as selection and interviews are held continually.

Senior Stress Engineer - Composite Structural Testing

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. We are now looking for a Senior Aerodynamics &amp; Thermodynamics Engineer to join our Flight Sciences team in Gothenburg. Do you have experience in aircraft aerodynamics &amp; thermodynamics and want to contribute to a more sustainable future? Your missionThe Senior Aerodynamics &amp; Thermodynamics Engineer will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and certification of our aircraft. This position demands innovative approaches to modelling, analysing, and testing, given the aircraft's electric propulsion and the novel design features associated with this technology. The role encompasses broad responsibilities, including driving the aircraft design, conducting comprehensive analyses, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will work closely with all engineering teams, including systems and design, as well as manufacturing and production, to integrate and optimize performance. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:<ul><li>Lead aerodynamic and thermodynamic design efforts for aircraft systems and components. </li><li>Perform trade studies to evaluate and optimize various design options, focusing on aircraft performance, cost, and weight.</li><li>Propose modifications to the design of the aircraft to achieve optimum performance. </li><li>Develop and implement solutions to conduct analyses efficiently, optimizing both time and response speed, utilizing semi-empirical tools and simplified methods. </li><li>Conduct detailed analyses and simulations using advanced tools and techniques.</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory and certification requirements. </li><li>Develop and document strategies and test plans for achieving certification. </li><li>Identify and implement process improvements in aerodynamic and thermal engineering practices. </li><li>Design and execute test programs to validate aerodynamic and thermal performance. </li><li>Plan, conduct, and analyse wind tunnel experiments for diverse aerodynamic applications, applying hands-on expertise. </li><li>Support flight test with preparation, data reduction and reports. </li><li>Contribute to technical documentation, specifications, and reports.</li></ul>You will report to Head of Flight Science and belong to the Flight Science team. Your place of work will be at our main office located in Gothenburg, Sweden.  <ul><li>Minimum 10 years’ experience in a relevant engineering discipline, within an aerospace OEM company environment, including the conceptual and preliminary design phase. </li><li>Direct experience in the role of aircraft aerodynamics &amp; thermodynamics engineer.</li><li>Significant aircraft conceptual and preliminary design experience. </li><li>Experience with aircraft development programs through the entire design, development &amp; certification lifecycle (EASA/FAA Part 23 or 25). </li><li>Experience with aircraft aerodynamics &amp; thermodynamics modelling, simulation, and flight testing. </li><li>Advanced proficiency in at least one commercial CFD software package (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, CFD++) and demonstrated ability to set up, run, and analyse complex simulations involving fluid flow and heat transfer. </li><li>Experience in CAD design to support the development and preparation of geometries for CFD analysis and simulations. </li><li>Strong understanding of numerical methods and discretization techniques used in CFD, including finite volume, finite element, and finite difference methods. </li><li>Strong understanding of semi-empirical methods. </li><li>Experience in grid generation and meshing techniques for various geometries, ensuring accurate and efficient simulations. </li><li>Knowledge of turbulence modelling and ability to select appropriate models for different flow regimes (e.g., RANS, LES, DES). </li><li>Experience working in a start-up environment is a merit. </li><li>Excellent verbal &amp; written communication skills in English.</li><li>Eagerness to work with others.</li><li>Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry</li></ul>Education<ul><li>Bachelor, Master or Doctor of Science degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline. </li></ul><ul></ul>We recommend you submit your application in English as soon as possible as selection and interviews are held continually.

Senior Aerodynamics &amp; Thermodynamics Engineer

We are building up our R&amp;D hub in Los Angeles and are looking for passionate individuals to join our team!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. With our roots in the Nordics and our headquarters in Gothenburg, Sweden, we are now significantly enhancing our presence in the United States with the establishment of our new Research and Development hub in Los Angeles, California. This hub will focus on the advancement of Heart’s hybrid-electric propulsion system and other key technologies, collaborating closely with our team in Gothenburg. If you are interested in joining our dynamic team in Los Angeles but don't see a current job opening that fits your profile, we encourage you to submit an Open Application. Share with us why you’re interested in being part of our team and how you can contribute to our mission of making electric air travel a reality. Stay connected with us by following our career site and LinkedIn for updates on future opportunities at Heart Aerospace. We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when opportunities that match your profile arise, although we may not follow up on your Open Application immediately. We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how you can help shape the future of aviation with us! When you send us your open application, you will be asked to answer a few questions to help us understand what open positions could be a good match with your profile.Specific skills and requirements vary between different job openings, but we are always looking for: <ul><li>Excellent verbal &amp; written communication skills</li><li>Eagerness to work with others </li><li>Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry</li></ul>

Open Application

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. Are you interested in joining our team at Heart Aerospace but couldn’t find a job opening that matches your profile now? Welcome to submit an Open Application! We are happy to learn more about you, so take the chance to let us know why you are interested in joining our team and how you can contribute to our journey towards making electric air travel a reality. We review applications on an ongoing basis and will reach out to you about future opportunities that may fit your profile as they come up, but we may not follow up on your Open Application immediately. Make sure to follow our career site and LinkedIn to stay updated regarding future opportunities at Heart Aerospace. When you send us your open application, you will be asked to answer a few questions to help us understand what open positions could be a good match with your profile. Specific skills and requirements vary between different job openings, but we are always looking for: <ul><li>Excellent verbal &amp; written communication skills in English</li><li>Eagerness to work with others</li><li>Passion for aircraft and electrification of the aviation industry</li></ul>Kindly request you to submit your application in English.

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