SkyDrive

Inverter Development Engineer for eVTOL

SkyDrive  •  Toyoyama, JP (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

Outline of the Job

We are seeking an engineer to lead the design, development, and evaluation of inverters, a core component of the electric propulsion system for next-generation eVTOL. This role offers significant autonomy and opportunities to collaborate with suppliers and address project challenges proactively.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and development of motor control systems, inverter circuits, and motor control circuit systems
  • Define and optimize design specifications to meet system requirements
  • Serve as the technical interface with suppliers and manage their progress
  • Support suppliers in resolving technical challenges
  • Collaborate across teams to address cross-functional issues
  • Develop test plans for ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) systems
  • Analyze test results and propose and implement improvements
  • Work closely with team leaders, members, and other departments to drive project progress

Job Highlight

  • Play a central role in the development of next-generation aviation technology
  • Work in a global environment with opportunities to collaborate with a multinational team
  • Experience the forefront of technological innovation, shaping the future of the industry

Essential Skills

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in designing and developing ESCs or inverters in the aerospace industry.
  • Proficiency in English sufficient for professional communication.

Desirable Skills

  • Familiarity with aviation standards such as RTCA DO-254 and DO-160
  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink or electromagnetic analysis tools
  • Previous involvement in electric aircraft or eVTOL projects
  • Comprehensive knowledge of power electronics
  • Broad experience in motor control systems, inverter circuit design, and motor control circuit design
  • Experience in supplier management or coordination
  • Development experience within a global team

Skills for Collaborative Success

  • Someone who can flexibly incorporate others’ opinions and ideas while striving to achieve objectives.
  • A proactive thinker capable of advancing tasks with confirmation and guidance from their supervisor.
  • An individual with experience negotiating and coordinating with both internal and external stakeholders.

Type of Employment

  • Permanent Employee or Contract Employee
  • Probationary period: 3~6 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

  • Flextime or Discretionary labor system
    • In the case of flextime: No core time
    • Discretionary Labor System: Specialized Class Deemed working hours per day: 10 hours
  • 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 8 ,000,000 - JPY 13,000,000
  • 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.

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SkyDrive

About SkyDrive

SkyDrive Inc. is a pioneering Japanese aerospace company with the mission to "Take the lead in the once-in-a-century mobility revolution" and the vision to let people "Fly in the Sky" (Beyond Drive.). Established in July 2018 , we are developing and manufacturing compact, all-electric eVTOL (electrical Vertical TakeOff and Landing) aircraft to make everyday air travel accessible to everyone.

Our flagship aircraft, the SKYDRIVE (SD-05), is engineered to be a quiet, lightweight, and low-cost air taxi, perfectly suited for dense urban environments. By requiring no runway and offering vertical takeoff and landing in small spaces, our eVTOLs allow for point-to-point transit that bypasses traffic congestion, significantly reducing travel times in major cities. Furthermore, our electric powertrain ensures a minimal environmental footprint with low noise and zero operational emissions, making it ideal for social acceptance in urban areas.

SkyDrive is currently working towards receiving Type Certification from JCAB as early as 2026. We are laying the groundwork for commercial operations globally, with a focus on launching initial routes in the Osaka Bay Area around 2028 , including demonstration flights at the EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai. Our market traction is strong, with over 384 pre-orders as of March 2025 across 7 countries and strategic partnerships in the U.S., Vietnam, India, and Thailand.

SkyDrive is committed to bringing sustainable, efficient, and innovative air mobility solutions to the world.

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June 1, 2024

Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Company size :201-500 employees

195 associated members (LinkedIn members who’ve listed SkyDrive as their current workplace on their profile)

Headquarters : Toyota, Aichi

Founded : 2018

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Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Toyota, JP
Year Founded
2018
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