Flight Control Systems Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a groundbreaking eVTOL aircraft company as a Landing Gear Systems Technical Specialist. Engage in the development, testing, and certification of innovative flight control systems in a dynamic and supportive environment. This role offers the chance to be at the forefront of aviation technology and urban air mobility.

Qualifications

• Experience with Flight Control Systems and related standards.
• Proven skills in system integration and verification processes.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Define, integrate, and verify the Flight Control System's architecture.
• Manage system-level requirements and validation plans.
• Lead development and verification tasks to meet industry standards.

Skills

System-level design

Integration

Verification

Certification

Technical coordination

Education

Degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

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04.06.2025

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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 some of the world’s biggest aerospace and technology companies. They are supported by strong backing from the UK government and global investors, positioning them for long-term success. Their focused business model, cutting-edge aircraft designs, and outstanding team make them well poised for the future.

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

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

• Participate in defining, integrating, and verifying the Flight Control System, including architecture and interface design
• Manage system-level requirements, traceability, validation and verification plans, and test procedures
• Support development assurance activities per ARP4754B, ARP4761A, and related standards
• Lead specific development and verification tasks, coordinating across teams to meet schedules and standards
• Contribute to certification planning, safety assessments, configuration management, and compliance documentation
• Assist principal engineers and safety team with critical tasks like 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 aircraft, positioning yourself in a transformative industry. Apply today for a confidential discussion with our FLYTE team.