Senior Systems Engineer - System Safety

Vertical Aerospace(25 days ago)

Bristol, United KingdomOnsiteFull TimeSenior$133,951 - $180,305 (estimated)Powertrain

About this role

A Senior Systems Engineer - System Safety at Vertical Aerospace is responsible for ensuring the safety of the Valo eVTOL aircraft through rigorous system safety activities, including the refinement of EPU requirements and verification of safety analyses. The role involves leading cross-functional trade studies, driving design reviews, and collaborating with propulsion and flight control teams to maintain a coherent safety case. This position requires expertise in system safety standards (such as ARP4754A and ARP4761), a background in aerospace or systems engineering, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.

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Required Skills

Systems Engineering
Safety Certification
EPU Requirements
Safety Functions
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Design Reviews
Functional Test Strategies
Data-Driven Reasoning
Stakeholder Management
Safety Analysis

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Qualifications

Degree in Aerospace Engineering
Degree in Systems Engineering
3+ years of experience in ARP4754A
3+ years of experience in ARP4761
3+ years of experience in DO-254

About Vertical Aerospace

vertical-aerospace.com

Vertical Aerospace is a pioneering company in the electric aviation sector, focused on creating sustainable urban air mobility solutions. Their flagship aircraft, the VX4, is designed to carry four passengers and a pilot, featuring zero operating emissions and employing vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) technology. With plans for a cruise speed of 150 mph and a range of up to 100 miles, Vertical Aerospace aims to redefine urban transport, making it faster and more environmentally friendly. The company collaborates with leading aviation partners to advance its vision for the future of flight.