OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to join our Aircraft Engineering Integration Team in Kemble. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end integration of hydrogen-electric propulsion systems into aircraft platforms. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless system compatibility, safety, and certification readiness.This is a critical role in advancing ZeroAvia's mission to deliver certified, zero-emission aircraft systems for commercial use.ResponsibilitiesApply skills to deliver clear, structured, and communicated systems engineering documentation across aircraft, system, and item levelsDevelop and maintain system simulation models, controls models, and manage their integration with the wider system engineering developmentWork closely with Airworthiness, Certification, Systems Safety, System Test, and downstream engineering to deliver lean system development in line with the guidance of ARP4754A/B and ARP4761/AContinuously upgrade and update process and planning documentation based on iterative maturity developmentAct as mentor across business functions on matters relating to lifecycle, development assurance, requirements management, and consistently demonstrate working-level best practiceRequirementsPlease only apply if you have experience in the aviation sectorDemonstrated expertise in the application of Systems lifecycle processes (V-cycle), with a particular emphasis on the early phases of the V model.Previous experience within developmental lifecycles characterized by low maturity inputs is preferredProficient in aircraft control systems (preferably engine controls), including the capture of control functions and requirements, as well as the authoring of controller specifications to facilitate item developmentFamiliarity with aircraft or engine performance simulation and validation would be desirableA proven track record of working effectively in small, high-performance teams is essentialExperience with certified or in-certification aircraft systems, including propeller, electrical power, flight control/avionics; or certified or in-certification powerplant systems, such as rotating components, engine control, and cooling/lubrication is considered advantageousExtensive experience in the elicitation, capture, and management of requirement sets at all levels (aircraft, system, item), with a focus on ensuring their validation in accordance with completeness and correctness standardsRobust experience in the development of system architecture, functions, and interfaces, encompassing stakeholder management with downstream engineering teams, as well as assumption and risk managementKnowledge of system safety analysis techniques (FHA, FTA, FMEA) and reliability assessments is also desiredConsiderable experience in managing systems engineering elements in software-centric environments, such as RMT (Polarion, DOORS) and CAE (Matlab Simulink, Simcenter)Strong aptitude for close collaboration with, and providing structure and clarity to, multiple cross-functional stakeholders. Additionally, a robust willingness to adapt based on stakeholder feedback and rigorous scrutiny is essential in this positionExperience in aviation-intended electric propulsion systems, fuel cell systems, or EVTOLs is considered a valuable assetEssential QualificationsBachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferredMinimum of 7 years of experience in system safety engineering, particularly in the aerospace sectorBenefitsWhy Join Us?We want to help you be your best self, at work and at home, that's why we provide our employees with...Private health and dental care - get access to services and support when you need them. Add you family members too*Mental health support - enjoy a culture where positive mental health is front of mind with our trained Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programmes and wellbeing supportFree lunch and healthy snacks - keeping you fueled up so you can help us deliver the technology of the future**Sports, games and culture clubs - connect and keep fit with other ZeroAvians by joining one of our subsidised clubs - such as, running, cycling, padel, trivia, theatre and gardeningWe also offer:Stock options - so you can share our success5 hours of free flying lessons25 days holiday, plus public holidays - to help you manage your work-life balanceFree EV Charging and membership in our EV ClubSalary Sacrifice Schemes for EV Club, Curry's Tech, Cycle to Work, and Ikea furnitureWeekly Spot Bonuses to reward excellenceIncome Protection and Legal Support for peace of mindRelocation Support to make your move seamless #J-18808-Ljbffr