Senior System V&V Engineer, Electric Propulsion – Aerospace

Vertical Aerospace; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering electric aviation company in Bristol seeks a Senior System V&V Engineer to join their Electric Propulsion Unit team. This critical role involves overseeing verification activities and ensuring safety compliance of electric propulsion systems. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant engineering field and experience in safety-critical systems. The position promises a challenging yet rewarding career with a company committed to redefining air travel production. Join the mission today!

Benefits

26 days holiday, plus bank holiday

5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)

Company performance-based bonus

Company Share Scheme

Company Pension Scheme (5% match)

Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service

Breakfast on us, every day

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in certification or verification of safety-critical systems to aerospace standards.
• Experience in the design and verification of electric propulsion systems or other complex electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a structured EPU Verification Plan.
• Define and deliver a clear in-house test capability strategy.
• Review system requirements for verifiability and define compliant means.
• Manage system verification and test requirements throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills

Certification or verification of safety-critical systems

Systems engineering principles

Requirements management tools (DOORS or JAMA)

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Systems, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent

Tools

HIL testing

Data acquisition systems (Speedgoat or National Instruments)

Communication networks (CAN or Ethernet)

Job description

A pioneering electric aviation company in Bristol seeks a Senior System V&V Engineer to join their Electric Propulsion Unit team. This critical role involves overseeing verification activities and ensuring safety compliance of electric propulsion systems. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant engineering field and experience in safety-critical systems. The position promises a challenging yet rewarding career with a company committed to redefining air travel production. Join the mission today!