Vertical Aerospace

What to expect We're looking for an industry leader and technically hands-on Head of Modelling & Simulation. This is a senior leadership role with impact, building a high-performing team that will drive the modelling strategy and deliver simulation capabilities essential to certifying and operating our VX4 aircraft. You will be accountable for the development, integration, validation and application of high-fidelity models & simulations, to support the full lifecycle of our aircraft, from concept design and validation through operational performance analysis and certification. What you'll do Leadership & Strategy Define and drive the technical strategy, structure, and operating model to optimise performance Implement best practices for modelling & simulation activities ensuring consistency of approach, Lead and inspire a team of engineers across modelling and systems simulation. Align the team's efforts with company-wide technical strategies and goals. Drive a culture of collaboration, technical excellence, agility, and continuous improvement. Define and manage departmental budgets, resourcing, tools procurement, and training needs. Technical Direction & Excellence Owner of the development, integration (systems & equipment), and validation of models for powertrain & the aircraft, including configuration control at all stages. Oversee development of simulation environments that support all activities from design, to verification and full certification. Ensure the use of cutting-edge tools and methodologies to make sure that the most effective methods are always being utilised (e.g., CFD, FEA, MBSE, multi-physics, AI Tools). Champion the use of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering practices across the business. Build integrated SIM capability and provide desktop SIM capabilities Grow the SIM capability to ensure this remains at the forefront of innovation and in pursuit of excellence Collaboration & Influence Integration will be key - You and the team will work closely with flight test, flight physics, flight control laws and certification teams to ensure models align with aircraft development and validation needs. Liaison with 3rd party providers and other internal stakeholders to capitalise on key tools and ways of working Support the certification process by ensuring model traceability, documentation, and compliance with applicable standards You'll Be Accountable For Delivering reliable, validated models and simulations that support aircraft design, development, and certification. Building and leading a high-performing team that is fully integrated with key stakeholders and other interfacing departments Contributing to a fast-paced, innovation-driven culture while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance in readiness for certification. Adoption and continuous improvement of modelling tools, AI tools, frameworks, and best practices. Strategic input into programme planning, design trades, and technical reviews. Compliance with industry standards e.g. DO-331 and 330 What You'll Bring Proven experience in modelling, simulation, or digital engineering in aerospace or high-integrity industries. Strong technical grounding in multi-physics modelling, flight dynamics, control systems, or similar domains. Experience leading technical teams and delivering on complex engineering programmes through to certification. Expertise in relevant tools such as MATLAB/Simulink etc. Practical understanding of the aircraft development lifecycle, especially model-based certification practices. Passion for innovation, strong problem-solving skills, and a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills. Desirable Extras Experience in eVTOL, electric propulsion, or advanced air mobility (AAM) programmes. Exposure to start-up or scale-up environments. Experience collaborating with aviation regulators and supporting certification efforts. What can you expect from us? We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefits Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials. 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell) 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company performance based bonus - rewarding company and individual performance Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it Breakfast on us, every day We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Our mission At Vertical Aerospace, we are pioneering the way for electric aviation. The VX4, our eVTOL (electric, vertical, take-off and landing), 'zero emissions' aircraft will set a new safety standard for how we will navigate the sky. We won't realise our mission following the same legacy processes and traditions our predecessors followed, instead, we want to 'redefine' aerospace best practices. We are growing quickly from a prototype business to a scaling SME, and the next few years will be critical to our success and delivering on our ambitious goals of having the VX4 in service by 2030. What to expect In anticipation of further growth, we are seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer (DCE). The DCE will report directly to the Chief Engineer and will play a key role in ensuring Vertical has the overall architecture and technical solutions to enable delivery of the VX4, and future derivatives. Against the backdrop of fast paced delivery using new and novel technologies, the DCE must partner with the Chief Engineer to make clear decisions and drive trade study outcomes to optimise our design and ensure we deliver a sector leading product which meets commercial requirements and is ultimately certifiable. The DCE must be able to encourage and mentor the engineering teams to shift towards greater commercial orientation and high performance in a creative, bold, and agile business, whilst maintaining excellence in technical, regulatory and safety standards. This role will be based out of Vertical's headquarters in Bristol, with regular presence required on-site. What you'll do Co-lead the overall system architecture and technical and product roadmap for the VX4 programme Own confluence planning for VX4 and derivatives Act as a technical authority in major design reviews and chairs trade study and architecture reviews, leading these efforts in the absence of the Chief Engineer Guide safety, redundancy and fail-safe design approaches aligned with certification requirements Support decision making related to performance, weight, range and systems integration trade-offs throughout the development life cycle Own the development and provide active management of performance tracking against the project plan for Chief Engineer's office, which links into the L0 programme plan Understand state of progression of engineering delivery teams, identify integration issues, and facilitate and track resolution of these With the Chief Engineer, advise on requirements to manage and execute the system level certification plans to ensure they are appropriately integrated and optimised in light of engineering delivery and discovery Engage and liaise with regulatory authorities and certification bodies as part of the technical leadership team Utilise new and existing technology, automation, AI etc to drive high-quality engineering delivery, deployed efficiently. Drive engineering excellence across all disciplines Support the creation of a culture of high performance, agility and innovation at Vertical, role modelling bold decision making and redefinition of best practices What you'll bring Proven Engineering Leader Credible in eVTOL; deep aircraft integration and simulation experience Strong technical depth and hands-on leadership Deep Sector Experience Aerospace background with full programme and certification exposure Comfortable in agile, fast-paced environments Building the Function Built and led high-performing teams Delivered roadmaps aligned to business needs Programme Management Led complex programmes; decisive and results-driven Strategic Thinking Develops forward-looking roadmaps and plans Balances technical, commercial, and regulatory needs Collaboration & Influence Engages and aligns stakeholders Builds trust, navigates conflict, and drives consensus What can you expect from us? We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefits Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials. 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell) 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company performance based bonus - rewarding company and individual performance Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it Breakfast on us, every day We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Join our Airframe Design Team based in Bristol as a Senior Stress Engineer and help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation. A unique opportunity to be part of a team that is responsible for the full Airframe design of a brand new aircraft! You will lead stress analysis, structural assessments, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with certification requirements. What success will look like for you as a Senior Stress Engineer within Airframe? Conduct stress analysis that will create optimised solutions to meet challenging requirements. Lead structural analysis using first principles and Finite Element modelling techniques. Lead small technical teams and mentor junior engineers defining activities to complete suitable analysis. Approve system stress reports and collation of verification and certification evidence. Checking signatory for Drawings and technical reports. What would we like you to bring? Aerospace experience, ideally in eVTOL. A solid theoretical understanding of the challenges within Airframe structures with an ability to pragmatically guide development. Experience of the entire product development life cycle is desirable. Experience with Hyperworks or other FEA packages. Organised, detail-oriented, and strong communicator. Knowledge of Fatigue & Damage Tolerance or Crashworthiness. What can you expect from us? We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefits Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials. 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell) 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it Breakfast on us, every day We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Join our Airframe Design Team based in Bristol as a Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer and help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation. A unique opportunity to be part of a team that is responsible for the full Airframe design of a brand new aircraft! You will join a team of highly motivated people that are passionate about creating robust designs using the latest technology to find optimised results. Vertical Aerospace is building technology to revolutionise how people fly. Our mission is to make air travel personal, on-demand and carbon-free. What success will look like for you as Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer? Carrying out fatigue and damage tolerance assessments on metallic and composite structures. Compiling analysis reports. Collation of verification and certification evidence. What would we like you to bring? Previous aircraft experience, particularly on eVTOL or comparably novel projects. A pragmatic approach to analysis, understanding when FE or hand-calculations are most appropriate. Experience with NASGRO, AFGROW, Hyperworks is advantageous. Strong organisational skills and an ability to focus on and complete detailed tasks in a busy, fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with a wide range of disciplines within engineering. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. What can you expect from us? We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefits 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell) 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it Breakfast on us, every day We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Join our Power & BMS Team based in Bristol as a Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer and help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation. As our Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer your role will be challenging and varied, overseeing critical areas of Hardware Electronics delivery as we move at pace through our VX4 Aircraft design process: Support of BMS hardware design specifications for in-house BMS/HW projects. Design of digital and analogue electronics used in HV battery systems. Design the BMS schematics, component selection and BOM generation. Hands-on Testing and de-bugging. Integration of the Electronics with the HV Electrical System. Coordinate external development suppliers/Contractors when required. Integration and validation into the aircraft, supporting colleagues as needed and perform design review for BMS hardware development, including DFMEA, FTA, FMECA etc. Identification and tracking the specific assignments, deliverables, and provide an assessment on the progress and outcome of the work on a day-to-day basis. What would we like you to bring? Bachelor's degree in Applied Physics, Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace, Systems, or Computer Engineering or related engineering field is preferable. Extensive proven experience in Hardware development for aerospace or automotive. Experience with Battery management systems. Experience in Power electronics: Power converters. Experience with Schematic and PCB design. Experience in digital and analogue schematic circuit design, PCB layout and design verification. Good understanding of EMC and PCB design rules to meet standards. Experience with FMEA, DFMEA, FTA and single component failure analysis. Good understanding of network protocols like: CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, ARINC. Experience with requirements management. Experience with functional safety, aircraft or automotive standards. High Voltage training and advance battery design/development experience is desirable. What can you expect from us? We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefits Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials: 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday. 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell). 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership. Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits. Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee. Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it. Breakfast on us, every day. We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Join us as a Senior QMS Engineer to help shape and maintain the systems that will support our ambitious goals. What success will look like for you? As a Senior QMS Engineer, you will play a key role in developing, maintaining, and improving our integrated management systems to support our journey towards AS9100 and Part 21G Production Organisation Approval (POA). You'll be responsible for ensuring compliance, driving improvements, and embedding a strong quality culture across Vertical Aerospace. Identifying and championing continual improvement activities Promoting a quality-first culture across all levels of the organisation Managing ISO 9001 requirements and certification Leading the implementation of Part 21G POA for Quality Supporting integration and implementation of ISO 9001 and DOA/POA requirements Conducting and leading internal audits and ensuring nonconformities are addressed Monitoring process improvements and producing monthly performance reports Supporting compliance with legislation, ISO standards, and AS9100 certification What we would like you to bring? We want you to be successful in your role, in order to achieve this, you will need to have experience in a similar Quality role within aerospace, automotive, or regulated industries. Proven track record in ISO-certified management systems implementation and management. Strong project leadership and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and SharePoint. ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor or equivalent certification. AS9100 or IATF16949 auditor (preferred). Experience as a Form 4 holder on a Part 21G POA. Chartered membership of a recognised quality body (CQI/IRCA preferred). Our benefits Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials. 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell) 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it Breakfast on us, every day We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Join us as Manufacturing Engineering Lead - Industrialisation (Aircraft) to help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation. What success will look like for you as the Manufacturing Engineering Lead- Industrialisation (Aircraft)? As the Manufacturing Engineering Lead- Industrialisation (Aircraft), you will lead the development and implementation of the manufacturing processes for the large-scale production of our VX4 aircraft. This role will serve as the lead when defining the manufacturing processes for the assembly of our prototype and production aircraft. In this role you will: Take responsibility for the establishment of the assembly concepts, sequences and detailed process flows for every stage of the assembly sequence. Produce all of the documentation required by the production team, including work instructions and process documents. Establish PFMEAs and Quality Control Plans, ensuring risks are mitigated and control points are implemented within the manufacturing process. Design and optimise the production line to achieve the production requirements and build volumes. Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOMs), Bill of Sequences (BOS) and Bill of Processes (BOP). Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and components. Establish and implement DFx and sign-off processes to ensure manufacturability and maintainability of the final product. Work to test and refine manufacturing processes, identify and resolve potential issues, and gather data for process optimisation. Work with the wider manufacturing engineering teams to define the necessary systems and tooling required to execute the manufacturing processes. Work with Quality and other cross-functional teams to establish all of the processes and systems needed to achieve our Production Organisation Approval (POA). Manage and resolve complex technical issues related to manufacturing and product feasibility. Work closely with the design and manufacturing teams and suppliers to ensure that all necessary requirements are implemented in the systems. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and certifications related to battery manufacturing and aerospace quality management. Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and performance enhancement, leading initiatives to drive continuous improvement. What we would like you to bring? We seek a unique individual, who can integrate into a fast-paced and highly adaptive environment. Will ideally have a strong background in high volume final assembly and lean manufacturing principles with relevant experience in new product introduction (NPI). Experience in manufacturing process development, assembly concepts, and assembly sequencing required to efficiently deliver high-rate production. Experience in automotive, aerospace or other associated industries is desired. You are a team player and great communicator at all levels of the organisation. A career background in aerospace or automotive manufacturing engineering or advanced manufacturing would be particularly advantageous, together with an interest in green technology and/or aviation. Degree or suitable experience in a relevant engineering discipline. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. Proven manufacturing engineering experience in taking a product from prototype through to volume production (NPI). Expertise in manufacturing engineering and production systems, ideally within the aerospace or automotive industry. Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and certifications related to aerospace manufacturing and quality management systems is desirable. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, external suppliers, and stakeholders. Analytical mindset, with a data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making. Ability to thrive in a dynamic startup environment with a high degree of ambiguity and uncertainty, and a willingness to roll up sleeves and get things done. IT skills and experience of 3DX would be a benefit. Our benefits Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials. 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday. 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell). 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership. Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits. Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee. Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it. Breakfast on us, every day. We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Join our EPU (Electric Propulsion Unit) team based in Bristol as an Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer and help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation. Sitting within the Power & BMS Squad, the Electric Propulsion Unit team is responsible for delivering the electric motors, power electronics, and associated thermal management system that propel our aircraft. You'll be ensuring the mechanical interfacing and design implementation of the EPU follows aerospace standards, as well as being the focal point for all mechanical design knowledge and good practices related to the EPU. You will also support the structural and stress sign-off actions, helping to define adequate verification and validation efforts to ensure complete autonomy of the EPU team release processes. Your Key Responsibilities as an EPU Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer Lead the development and management of mechanical design requirements for the EPU, ensuring alignment with overall system specifications and performance goals. Understand aircraft loads and vibrations and their interaction with the EPU. Oversee the design, analysis, and testing of mechanical interfaces between the EPU and aircraft structure + propellers, including mounts, brackets, and coupling mechanisms. Participate with the rest of the team in the documentation of mechanical design specifications, interface agreements in Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and detailed design drawings. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including loads and vibration, mechanical systems and structures to ensure comprehensive validation and verification of mechanical designs. Conduct mechanical stress analysis to ensure robustness and reliability under all operating conditions. Support system safety analyses such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) from a structural / stress perspective. Participate in supplier engagement for mechanical components, ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet the stringent aerospace standards. Participate in engagement with certification authorities and support the generation of certification documentation related to structural aspects of the EPU. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying and implementing enhancements to mechanical design processes and methodologies. What we'd like you to bring Essential A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field. Minimum of 4 years of experience in mechanical design and development, within the aerospace industry. Proficiency in mechanical design principles, including experience with CAD software such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or equivalent. Experience in integrating mechanical components with electrical systems and thermal management systems, such as electric motors and power electronics. Excellent documentation skills, including the ability to create and manage detailed design specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), and technical drawings. Strong verbal and written communication skills, comfortable engaging at all levels within the business, and externally with suppliers, partners, and regulatory bodies. Excellent team working skills with the ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with colleagues. Strong organizational skills and an ability to focus on and complete detailed tasks in a busy, fast-paced environment. Desirable Experience in mechanical design and analysis of rotating systems. Familiarity with aerospace certification standards and processes, such as those related to ARP4761, ARP4754, and DO160. Skilled in mechanical stress and thermal analysis, with the ability to use relevant tools and software such as ANSYS or similar FEA / FEM tools. Understanding of thermal management systems, including heat transfer principles and cooling system design. Familiarity with software version control and configuration management. Experience supporting system safety analyses such as FHAs, FMEAs, FTAs, and the creation and management of associated data and technical documentation. Familiarity with Requirements Management tools such as DOORS, JAMA, etc. What can you expect from us? We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefits 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday. 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell). 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership. Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits. Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee. Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it. Breakfast on us, every day. We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Join our Airframe Design Team based in Bristol as a Stress Engineer and help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation. A unique opportunity to be part of a team that is responsible for the full Airframe design of a brand new aircraft. You will join a team of highly motivated people that are passionate about creating robust designs using the latest technology to find optimised results. What success will look like for you as a Stress Engineer in Airframe? Carrying out stress analysis that will create optimised solutions to meet challenging requirements. Compiling and stress reports. Collation of verification and certification evidence. What would we like you to bring? Previous aircraft experience is ideal, particularly on eVTOL or comparably novel projects. A pragmatic approach to analysis, understanding when FE or hand-calculations are most appropriate. Experience with Hyperworks is advantageous, alternatively experience with other FEA packages. Strong organisational skills and an ability to focus on and complete detailed tasks in a busy, fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with a wide range of disciplines within engineering. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Understanding of Fatigue & Damage Tolerance or Crashworthiness & Impact methodologies is desirable. What can you expect from us? We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefits 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday. 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell). 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership. Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits. Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee. Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it. Breakfast on us, every day. We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Join our Vehicle Management Systems team based in Bristol as an Advanced Systems Engineer with Human Factors and help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation. This role will play a key part in the design, development and integration of the Cockpit & Cabin Systems for our eVTOL platform, focusing on the human-facing components. You'll integrate human factors principles into the design of the Cockpit and Cabin systems, ensuring that the pilot controls and the overarching cockpit & cabin layout & ergonomics are optimised for safety, efficiency and user-friendliness. Your Key Responsibilities as an Advanced Systems Engineer with Human Factors Pilot Control Design: Working with pilots and the Flight Control department, conduct the system-level design, analysis, integration and validation of pilot controls. Human Factors: Define human factors principles and apply to the design of the cockpit and cabin, incorporating the latest human factors standards. Develop a human factors strategy to evaluate the human machine interface in the cockpit and cabin. Develop the team on human factors topics. Trade Studies: Perform trade studies for the Cockpit & Cabin Systems ensuring the design is optimal to meet the needs of Vertical Aerospace, its customers and the authorities. Modelling & Requirements Management: Capture the engineering specification in Vertical's modelling & requirements environment, enabling end-to-end traceability for the designed components. Verification and Validation: Perform verification and validation activities to ensure systems meet user requirements and function as intended. System Integration: Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure system compatibility and integration into platform. Deliver: Lead projects within the Cockpit & Cabin Systems team and deliver designs, take responsibility for hardware & software delivery within your domain, plan, design and execute lab test activities and produce design documentation. Technological Advancement: Stay current with technological advancements and look to implement new technologies into designs. What we would like you to bring: Bachelor's or master's degree in aerospace engineering, electrical & electronic engineering or a related field. Additional training in systems engineering or human factors is a plus. Proven experience in systems engineering (>5 years), with experience working with human-facing systems. Work experience in a human factors team beneficial. Knowledge of aviation regulations (e.g., FAA, EASA) and standards related to human factors (MIL-STD-1472H, FAA HF-STD-001). Proficiency in systems engineering tools and methodologies. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Familiarity and work experience with ARP4761, ARP4754 and DO-160. Experience with Product Lifecycle Management systems (3DX preferred). Experience with system modelling applications (MATLAB System Composer preferred). Experience with requirements management tools (JAMA preferred). What can you expect from us? We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefits 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell) 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it Breakfast on us, every day We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Join the Vehicle Function Design team based in Bristol as an Advanced Aircraft Systems Engineer and help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation. This Aircraft Systems Engineer will deliver on a wide range of responsibilities, from supporting aircraft requirements capture to integration tasks. You'll thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment and be able to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Your Key Responsibilities as an Advanced Aircraft Systems Engineer: Integration Activities - Drive integration tasks with the aircraft configuration team to ensure seamless system functionality. Requirements Management - Capture, decompose, and trace requirements; interpret and validate external requirements, including regulatory ones. Verification and Validation - Plan and execute verification and validation activities to ensure all systems meet design and performance requirements. Compliance Demonstration - Collect and present compliance evidence to regulatory bodies to ensure all systems meet regulatory standards. Integration Testing - Conduct integration testing to validate system performance and functionality. Architecture Design - Design system architecture with a focus on performance, complexity, and cost trade-offs. Provide a solid foundation for subsequent development phases through integrated system models. Project Support - Support internal and external projects with forward-looking objectives, ensuring alignment with overall project goals. Continuous Learning - Engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay current with industry trends and advancements. What would we like you to bring? Bachelor's Degree in a relevant engineering discipline. Broad knowledge and understanding of aircraft systems, both conventional and Unmanned Aerial Systems. Experience in aircraft systems integration. Familiarity with requirement management tools, such as DOORS, Jama or Polarion. Understanding of systems engineering principles, including both sides of the 'V' and knowledge of ARP4754B. Knowledge of aerospace certifying standards, specifically SC VTOL. Experience of Model Based Systems Engineering tools (e.g. System Composer, Enterprise Architect). Additional Preferred but not essential qualifications and experience: Master's or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline. Experience in high-level aircraft design. Experience in the design of aircraft systems. Experience certifying to aerospace standards. Experience with the development and testing of aircraft and/or Unmanned Aerial Systems. What can you expect from us? We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefits 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday. 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell). 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership. Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits. Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee. Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it. Breakfast on us, every day. We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.

Join our Vehicle Management Systems team based in Bristol as an Advanced Systems Engineer with Human Factors and help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation. This role will play a key part in the design, development and integration of the Cockpit & Cabin Systems for our eVTOL platform, focusing on the human-facing components. You'll integrate human factors principles into the design of the Cockpit and Cabin systems, ensuring that the pilot controls and the overarching cockpit & cabin layout & ergonomics are optimised for safety, efficiency and user-friendliness. Your Key Responsibilities as an Advanced Systems Engineer with Human Factors Pilot Control Design: Working with pilots and the Flight Control department, conduct the system-level design, analysis, integration and validation of pilot controls. Human Factors: Define human factors principles and apply to the design of the cockpit and cabin, incorporating the latest human factors standards. Develop a human factors strategy to evaluate the human machine interface in the cockpit and cabin. Develop the team on human factors topics. Trade Studies: Perform trade studies for the Cockpit & Cabin Systems ensuring the design is optimal to meet the needs of Vertical Aerospace, its customers and the authorities. Modelling & Requirements Management: Capture the engineering specification in Vertical's modelling & requirements environment, enabling end-to-end traceability for the designed components. Verification and Validation: Perform verification and validation activities to ensure systems meet user requirements and function as intended. System Integration: Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure system compatibility and integration into platform. Deliver: Lead projects within the Cockpit & Cabin Systems team and deliver designs, take responsibility for hardware & software delivery within your domain, plan, design and execute lab test activities and produce design documentation. Technological Advancement: Stay current with technological advancements and look to implement new technologies into designs. What we would like you to bring: Bachelor's or master's degree in aerospace engineering, electrical & electronic engineering or a related field. Additional training in systems engineering or human factors is a plus. Proven experience in systems engineering (>5 years), with experience working with human-facing systems. Work experience in a human factors team beneficial. Knowledge of aviation regulations (e.g., FAA, EASA) and standards related to human factors (MIL-STD-1472H, FAA HF-STD-001). Proficiency in systems engineering tools and methodologies. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Familiarity and work experience with ARP4761, ARP4754 and DO-160. Experience with Product Lifecycle Management systems (3DX preferred). Experience with system modelling applications (MATLAB System Composer preferred). Experience with requirements management tools (JAMA preferred). What can you expect from us? We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career. Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal. Our benefits 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell) 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it Breakfast on us, every day We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility. Disclaimer Statement We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.