Flight Control Systems Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading aerospace company as a Flight Control Systems Engineer, focusing on system design and certification for innovative eVTOL aircraft. You'll contribute to cutting-edge projects in urban air mobility and have the opportunity to impact the future of aviation technology. This role offers a competitive salary and a chance to work in a vital and evolving sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in flight control systems engineering preferred.
• Familiarity with ARP4754B, ARP4761A standards.
• Able to manage cross-functional teams and supplier interactions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the definition and verification of flight control systems.
• Lead development and verification tasks ensuring timely delivery.
• Oversee technical work of suppliers and contribute to safety assessments.

Skills

System-level design

Technical coordination

Supplier oversight

Requirements management

Safety assessments

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Flight Control Systems Engineer, preston, lancashire

col-narrow-left

Client:

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Views:

2

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

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 advancing 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 also supported by strong backing from the UK government and global investors, solidifying their position for long-term success. Coupled with a focused business model, cutting-edge aircraft designs, and an outstanding team, the company is well-poised for the future.

They are now entering a critical phase in their development, testing, and certification journey, with plans to certify and begin operations by 2028.

To help achieve these ambitious goals, we are looking for a high-profile Flight Control Systems Engineer to join the team. This role is focused on system-level design, integration,

verification and certification of the aircraft’s flight control systems and includes hands-on development work, supplier oversight, and technical coordination across multiple teams.

• Participate in the definition, integration, and verification of the Flight Control System, including architecture and interface design
• Author and manage system-level requirements, traceability, validation and verification plans, and test procedures
• Support development assurance activities in accordance with ARP4754B, ARP4761A, and related certification standards
• Lead specific development and verification tasks, including cross-functional coordination to deliver on schedule and to the required standard
• Contribute to certification planning, safety assessments, configuration management, and compliance documentation
• Support principal engineers and the safety team on critical or high-complexity tasks, including fault tree analysis, FMEA, and safety case development
• Oversee the technical work of suppliers and participate in supplier reviews and technical discussions

Ready to take FLYTE?

This is a truly exceptional opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking aircraft business at the cutting edge of aviation technology and urban air mobility. As a key player in the team, you’ll have the chance to make a critical impact on the certification and launch of one of the first eVTOL aircraft, positioning yourself at the forefront of a transformative industry. Apply today, and our FLYTE team will arrange a confidential discussion.