Overview
Advanced Avionics System Engineer position at Vertical Aerospace. We are pioneering electric aviation with the VX4 eVTOL, aiming for zero emissions and a new safety standard as we scale from a prototype to an SME. We expect to achieve VX4 service by 2030.
What to expect: we are seeking a highly talented Avionic Systems Engineer to participate in the design, development and integration of the Communication, Navigation and Surveillance Systems for an eVTOL platform. The candidate will contribute to the full lifecycle of avionics development, including system definition, integration testing and support for certification processes. This role is ideal for someone working toward a Senior Engineer level with ownership of key subsystems or technical work packages.
What You’ll Do
* Avionics: Support the Data and Communications Systems team with design and integration of communication, navigation and surveillance systems. Develop requirements, description documents, interface control documents, test procedures and reports. Support testing, commissioning and troubleshooting activities.
* Modelling & Requirements Management: Capture the engineering specification in Vertical’s modelling & requirements environment to enable end-to-end traceability for designed components.
* Verification and Validation: Perform verification and validation activities to ensure systems meet user requirements and function as intended.
* System Integration: Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure system compatibility and integration into the platform.
* Deliver: Lead tasks within the Data and Communication Systems team, take responsibility for hardware and software delivery within your domain, and plan, design and execute lab test activities and produce design documentation.
* Technological Advancement: Stay current with technological advancements and look to implement new technologies into designs.
What You’ll Bring
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in avionics engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical & electronic engineering or a related field. Additional training in systems engineering is a plus.
* Proven experience in avionic systems engineering (>5 years).
* Working knowledge of communication, navigation and surveillance systems.
* Familiarity with ARP4761, ARP4754 and DO-160.
* Familiarity with avionics standards and communication protocols (e.g., ARINC 429, CAN, RS-422, MIL-STD-1553).
* Proficiency in systems engineering tools and methodologies.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
* Knowledge of aviation regulations (e.g., FAA, EASA) and standards related to communication, navigation and surveillance systems.
* Experience with Product Lifecycle Management systems (3DX preferred).
* Experience with system modelling applications (MATLAB System Composer preferred).
* Experience with requirements management tools (JAMA preferred).
What can you expect from us?
We’re on a mission. We promote ingenuity and courage, and our environment emphasizes diligence in safety and openness in how we work. We aim to shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility by working as a team, relentlessly toward our goal.
Our Benefits
Our people matter — we offer benefits that go beyond the essentials.
* 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday
* 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)
* 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership
* Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits
* Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)
* Company performance-based bonus
* Company Share Scheme
* Company Pension Scheme - 5% with company match
* Breakfast on us, every day
We may be the hardest job you’ve ever had, but we believe it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility.
Disclaimer Statement
We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to opportunities that promote growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our process, we may ask questions related to these aspects during the application. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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