Chief Engineer Office Manager (System & Power & V&V)

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems and Power professional to lead and supervise the development and integration of flight control, avionics and power systems in our electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft program. This role will be responsible for overseeing a multidisciplinary team of engineers and collaborating across departments to ensure the successful design, development, testing, and certification of flight control, avionics, electrical and powertrain systems in compliance with aerospace standards.
Key Responsibilities:
V & V
System Architecture & Integration
Oversee the definition and integration of aircraft systems including flight control, avionics, electrical power distribution, battery systems, propulsion powertrains, thermal management, and avionics power interfaces.
Ensure robust system architecture to meet safety, reliability, and performance requirements.
Technical Oversight
Provide technical guidance on system-level design, trade studies, modeling/simulation, and failure modes analysis.
Review design documentation, schematics, interface control documents (ICDs), and verification/validation plans.
Regulatory Compliance & Certification
Ensure systems meet applicable aviation standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA/JCAB , DO-160, ARP4754A, DO-178C, DO-254, etc.).
Coordinate with certification authorities and support safety assessments including FHA, PSSA, and SSA.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with flight controls, propulsion, avionics, software, structures, and manufacturing teams to ensure integrated system performance.
Interface with suppliers and partners for outsourced components and systems.
Program Management Support
Collaborate with project managers to define scope, schedule, budget, and risk mitigation strategies.
Track progress against key performance indicators (KPIs) and report status to senior leadership.
Required Qualifications:
10+ years of relevant experience in aerospace systems and power development.
5+ years of experience in a leadership or management role.
Strong understanding of avionics, flight control systems, electric propulsion, high-voltage power systems, energy storage, and system integration.
Proven experience with aerospace standards, safety analysis, and certification processes.
Proficient in system engineering tools and processes (MBSE, SysML, requirements management).
Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in eVTOL, UAM, or electric aircraft development programs.
Knowledge of hybrid-electric or distributed propulsion systems.
Experience with environmental testing and thermal management strategies.
Familiarity with Agile development in hardware/software integration environments.
What We Offer:
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge eVTOL technology in a rapidly growing sector.
Collaborative, innovation-driven culture.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
Flexible work environment and growth opportunities.
Type of Employment
Permanent Employee or Contract Employee
Probationary period: 6 month
Place of Employment
Nagoya Airport Office: Nagoya Airport Terminal Building 2nd floor, Toyoba, Toyoyama-Cho, Nishikasugai, Aichi Prefecture
Measures to Prevent Secondhand Smoke: Smoking Room Provided
Scope of Change: Places determined by the Company (including places where telework is performed)
Working Hours
Discretionary labor system or Supervisor
Discretionary Labor System: Deemed working hours per day: 10 hours
Supervisor: As per Japan's Labor Standards Act, regulations concerning working hours, breaks, and holidays do not apply.
Basic working hours: Start 9:00　End 18:00（Including 1hour break time）
Overtime Work: Available
Holidays
115 days off per year（Saturday / Sundays / Newyear holidays（12/29～1/3） / Company designated holidays）
Annual paid leave
Refresh leave (Granted after 1, 3, 4, 5 years of service)
Salary
Estimated Annual Salary: JPY 12,000,000 - JPY 16,000,000
Monthly Salary: JPY 1,000,000 - JPY 1,334,000
Includes fixed overtime pay for 45 hours, amounting to JPY 346,205 - JPY 461,812
*Additional overtime pay will be provided for hours exceeding the fixed overtime.
To be determined based on skills, experience, and abilities
Expenses
Commuting allowance, business trip allowance, moving allowance, etc.
Relocation Packages
*There are some conditions.
Social Insurance
Health insurance
Employee pension (according to Japan standards)
Employment insurance
Worker’s accident compensation insurance
Scope of Work Change
Reassignment may occur to any other work.