Senior Thermal Systems Engineer

Vertical Aerospace(25 days ago)

Bristol, United KingdomOnsiteFull TimeSenior$141,669 - $190,761 (estimated)Powertrain

About this role

A Senior Thermal Systems Engineer at Vertical Aerospace is responsible for optimizing the thermal integration of the Electric Propulsion Unit (EPU) within the Valo eVTOL aircraft. This role involves designing lightweight and reliable cooling systems, managing technical interfaces with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with performance requirements under various flight conditions. The engineer collaborates across multiple disciplines to drive system performance, weight, and robustness, while contributing to the overall certification and development process of the aircraft.

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Required Skills

Thermal Integration
Heat Exchanger Sizing
Design Solutions
Technical Interface Management
Verification Strategy
Cooling System Optimisation
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Supplier Development
System Modelling
Thermal Design Expertise

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Qualifications

A degree in Thermal, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent

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.