Advanced Systems Engineer (D&C)

Vertical Aerospace

Bristol, United Kingdom

What to expect

We are seeking a highly talented System Engineer with a data and communications background to participate in the design, development, verification and flight test support of the data system suite for an eVTOL platform. The ideal candidate will have a background in digital communications, IP networks and complex avionic systems (mission computers, touch screen displays, comms and data radio equipment and airborne sensors), along with hands-on experience with safety protocols, regulatory standards and troubleshooting in a fast-moving environment.

What you'll do

Requirements Management: Develop and maintain requirements and their traceability matrices, ensuring all requirements are fully documented and tracked throughout the project lifecycle;
Design and Development: Create and develop integrated avionic suite designs and ground stations including sensors, communication, recording and display systems;
System Integration: Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure system compatibility and integration into the aircraft platform;
Verification and Validation: Plan and perform bench verification and validation activities to ensure systems meet user requirements, function as intended and are operating robustly;
Commissioning: Create comprehensive system commissioning plans and then run through them to demonstrate the fielded systems are operating correctly;
Flight Test Support: Provide on-site support for set-up, monitoring and troubleshooting of avionic data, communication and recording systems in a flight test environment;
Technological Advancement: Stay current with aerospace technological advancements and look to implement new technologies into avionics designs.

What you'll bring

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electronic and electrical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Avionics Engineering or a related field;
Proven experience in avionic systems engineering (>2 years), with a background in electronics, IP networking, software, and aerospace systems. Prior work experience in a systems engineering role within an aerospace design and development organization;
Familiarity and working knowledge of ARP4761 and ARP4754;
Familiarity and hands on experience working with test and regulatory standards including DO-160, DO-178, DO-254, 14 CFR part 23 (EASA CS-23);
Experience with scripting languages (python preferred);
Experience with requirements management tools (JAMA preferred);
Experience and familiarity with Windows and Linux Operating Systems;
Experience with Product Lifecycle Management systems (3DX preferred);
Experience with Matlab tool suite, particularly System Composer and Simulink.