Ultra short hybrid-electric aircraft for regional air mobility
Electra builds experimental hybrid-electric aircraft designed to take off and land in 150 feet or less, targeting regional air mobility routes where only helicopters currently operate. The tech stack—MATLAB, Simulink, NX, Teamcenter, CATIA, SAP—reflects a hardware-heavy aerospace development org with embedded simulation and PLM infrastructure. Engineering dominates the 46 active roles (31 positions), and the hiring velocity is accelerating, driven by certification efforts and propulsion system integration work.
Notable leadership hires: Deputy Chief Engineer, Director of Quality
Electra designs and develops ultra short hybrid-electric aircraft for direct regional air mobility. The company's core technology combines blown-lift technology with hybrid-electric propulsion to enable fixed-wing operations in distances comparable to helicopter landing zones, while targeting lower noise, zero emissions in electric-only flight, and improved safety margins over rotorcraft. The product line centers on the EL9, an experimental ultra short aircraft intended for certification under FAA Part 23. Operations span aircraft design (aerodynamics, structures, propulsion), manufacturing supplier qualification, avionics development, and ground/flight test instrumentation. The company is headquartered in Manassas, Virginia, and is pursuing FAA certification for entry into service.
Electra's ultra short aircraft can take off and land in as little as 150 feet using patented blown-lift technology, enabling operations in locations where traditional runways are unavailable.
Electra uses a hybrid-electric propulsion system that combines electric power for clean, quiet operations near populated areas with fuel-based power for longer routes and regulatory fuel reserves.
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