Job Description

About Volant Autonomy

We're a growing startup in the heart of Bath, building next-generation autonomy technologies that will transform the future of aviation. Our work is opening new capabilities for uncrewed flight -- the kind of operations that haven't yet been realised in the UK.

We're already collaborating with major partners including Rolls-Royce, AdaCore, aerospace primes, air navigation service providers and the defence industry, giving us the reach and resources to make a real impact.

Everyone here has autonomy. Our teams decide how best to tackle the challenges in front of them, and everyone's encouraged to get involved. You'll work alongside people who care deeply about what they're building, in an environment where ideas are shared openly and ideas are valued, coming from across the whole company.

If you want to develop world-first technology and have a genuine say in how it happens, you'll fit right in at Volant.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Safety Critical product team. You will contribute directly to the development of Traject, our innovative detect and avoid solution to help operators fly safely, efficiently, and in compliance with evolving regulations.
The ideal candidate will have at least three years of industry experience and be enthusiastic about contributing across the full product lifecycle - from early-stage planning to development, deployment, and operational support.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to the design, development, integration, and testing of the Traject DAA (Detect and Avoid) system across diverse customer environments and operational contexts Define and manage system and subsystem requirements, ensuring full traceability from high-level requirements through to implementation and verification Participate in the creation, review, and maintenance of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) to ensure clear and consistent communication between system components Support the development and qualification of Volant's Human-Machine Interface (HMI), ensuring usability and compliance with operational needs Contribute to the certification process by developing supporting documentation and engaging in regulatory reviews Prepare detailed and compliant documentation to support product certification efforts

Skills and Experience

Essential

Experience applying the systems engineering V-model, from concept through to verification and validation Capability in end-to-end requirements management, including requirements elicitation, specification, traceability, and verification Experience authoring documentation required for software-related certification applications (e.g., for aviation or safety-critical systems) Proficient in engaging with end users and stakeholders to derive operational and functional requirements Ability to interpret, derive, and validate requirements from a range of sources, including standards, regulations, and stakeholder inputs
Desirable

Background or domain knowledge in aerospace systems and associated operational environments Experience integrating systems that span multiple domains, including cloud-based infrastructure and embedded platforms Solid understanding of software assurance standards, specifically DO-178C

What We Offer

A personal development programme with dedicated support Stock options Hybrid working on-site in Bath (Mon-Wed) with optional remote (Thu-Fri) 25 days paid holiday + public holidays with an additional day per year of service (up to 4 days) Funding for relevant training, courses, and industry conferences A collaborative, inclusive team environment with real autonomy and influence

Diversity and Inclusion

At Volant Autonomy, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace. We base hiring and promotion decisions solely on merit and actively work to identify and reduce bias throughout our recruitment and career development processes.

Application Process

Shortlisted candidates will first take part in an informal conversation with a team member, followed by an on-site interview day where you'll get to meet the rest of the team.

Please be aware that this role may be subject to both security and export control restrictions. All?applicants must?therefore be eligible for National Security Vetting approvals. Typically applications must have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for?the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee stock purchase plan Flexitime Sick pay Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bath BA1 1BP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you eligible for a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check? Do you have experience with DO-178C?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bath BA1 1BP