Aviation Product Safety Consultant (1099 short term/limited engagement)

FluidLogic is an exciting startup at the intersection of hydration and wearable technology. Creating products for a variety of vertical markets, including the U.S. Military.

We provide “hydration for the human race” by building cutting-edge Active Hydration™ systems for active people doing active things. 

Born in Motorsports & Powersports, our products are now relied on by winning NASCAR, IndyCar, Trophy Truck, and other professional racing teams.

• We are seeking an experienced Product Safety Consultant for a short-term advisory role to evaluate hydration system for use with a helmet in aviation for a pilot—a consumer electronic device. This critical advisement will focus on identifying safety standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mitigating potential risks to ensure successful product development and market readiness.

• Safety Requirements: Identify and analyze local, federal, and international safety standards (FAA, TSA, UL, CE, FCC).
• Risk Assessment: Conduct hazard analysis and risk assessments.
• Compliance Management: Ensure compliance with battery safety (e.g., UN 38.3, IEC 62133), EMI/EMC, and other standards.
• Testing Coordination: Recommend or oversee safety testing (drop tests, pressure changes, battery performance).
• Documentation: Develop safety reports, testing summaries, and mitigation recommendations.
• Advisory Support: Collaborate with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to integrate solutions.
• Duration: Short-term contract (1099) | Location: Remote/Hybrid | Start Date: Immediate

• Proven experience in product safety evaluation or compliance consulting, preferably within consumer electronics or aviation-related products.
• Prior experience working with lithium-ion batteries, safety testing, and risk assessments.

• Strong understanding of local, federal, and international safety standards, including but not limited to: FAA, TSA, UL, CE, FCC, UN 38.3, and IEC 62133.
• Familiarity with EMI/EMC standards and battery safety requirements.

• Ability to conduct hazard analyses and risk assessments.
• Experience coordinating or overseeing product testing protocols (e.g., drop tests, thermal performance, pressure changes).

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Product Safety, Compliance, or a related technical field (or equivalent professional experience).

• Strong analytical abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Exceptional report-writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical recommendations to cross-functional teams.

• Previous experience in a 1099 advisory capacity or as an independent consultant.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with product design, engineering, and manufacturing teams.

• Certifications in product safety or compliance (e.g., Certified Product Safety Professional (CPSP), ISO Lead Auditor, or equivalent) are a plus.