Flight Control Systems Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eVTOL aircraft development company in Bristol seeks a Flight Control Systems Engineer. You will be at the forefront of aviation technology, focusing on system design and certification for innovative aircraft solutions. Join a dynamic team and influence the future of urban air mobility.

Qualifications

• Experience with flight control systems and aerospace standards.
• Skills in system integration and verification.
• Ability to manage system requirements and design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Define and verify the Flight Control System's architecture.
• Manage system requirements and validation plans.
• Assist with safety assessments and fault analysis.

Skills

System-level design

Integration

Verification

Certification

Supplier oversight

Technical coordination

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Posted:

04.06.2025

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19.07.2025

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Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Job Title: Landing Gear Systems Technical Specialist - eVTOL

Location: Bristol, UK

FLYTE has a long-standing partnership with one of the leaders in eVTOL aircraft development, based in Bristol, UK. This company is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace industry and has made significant strides in urban air mobility.

With a market-leading order book of 1,500 aircraft valued at over $6 billion, they have established an impressive ecosystem of partnerships with major aerospace and technology companies. They are supported by the UK government and global investors, positioning them for long-term success. The company is focused on innovative aircraft designs and has a talented team, positioning it well for the future.

The company is now entering a critical phase of development, testing, and certification, with plans to certify and commence operations by 2028.

We are seeking a Flight Control Systems Engineer to join the team, focusing on system-level design, integration, verification, and certification of the aircraft’s flight control systems. Responsibilities include hands-on development, supplier oversight, and technical coordination across teams.

• Define, integrate, and verify the Flight Control System, including architecture and interface design
• Manage system requirements, traceability, validation, verification plans, and test procedures
• Support development assurance activities per ARP4754B, ARP4761A, and related standards
• Lead development and verification tasks, coordinating across teams to meet deadlines and standards
• Contribute to certification planning, safety assessments, configuration management, and documentation
• Assist principal engineers and safety team with fault tree analysis, FMEA, and safety case development
• Oversee supplier technical work and participate in reviews and discussions

Ready to take FLYTE?

This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking aircraft company at the forefront of aviation technology and urban air mobility. As a key team member, you will influence the certification and launch of one of the first eVTOL aircrafts. Apply today for a confidential discussion with our FLYTE team.