Job Description

ZeroAvia is seeking a talented and motivated Systems Safety Engineer to join our innovative team. As a Systems Safety Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and performance of our cutting-edge hydrogen-electric aviation technologies. You will be responsible for developing and implementing system safety assessment methodologies per ARP4761A, primarily for our electrical propulsion system. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of sustainable aviation and shape the future of zero-emission flight.


ZeroAvia is pioneering the shift towards sustainable aviation with hydrogen-electric powertrains, aiming to make air travel truly clean. We have a vision, for not just cleaner skies but also for revolutionizing how the aviation industry approaches technology.


We are focusing on:

Designing and commercializing hydrogen-powered solutions for aviation. Fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, and problem-solving within a high-velocity work environment. Encouraging team members to take radical ownership and challenge conventional approaches to drive innovation.

If you're interested in contributing to this mission, ZeroAvia looks for individuals who are:

Solution-focused and driven by results. Eager to ask questions and challenge existing norms. Committed to innovation, with the goal of zero-carbon aviation for a sustainable future.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Working within the System Safety Team as part of a UK CAA Part 21J Design Organisation, supporting both UK CAA and US FAA certification projects. Conducting qualitative and quantitative System Safety Analyses based on the ARP4761A standard (FHA, PSSA, SSA, FTA, FMECA, CMA, PRA, ZSA etc.) Generating safety requirements for the system and equipment design teams and working collaboratively to ensure compliance. Creating reasoned safety arguments for complex and novel systems and communicating these to relevant stakeholders. Supporting familiarisation and panel reviews with the regulatory authorities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's engineering degree. Specialisation in safety and reliability, aerospace and/or electro-mechanical machines is desirable. Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in safety or reliability engineering roles, preferably in the aerospace or aviation industry. Strong working knowledge of Aircraft / System Safety Assessment following ARP4761A (or an equivalent standard) including FHA, FTA, FMEA, CCA etc. Ability to analyse complex systems and identify critical failure modes, evaluate system reliability, and propose effective reliability improvement strategies. Good working knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and ALARP justifications. Awareness of commercial aerospace certification regulations for aircraft and/or engines; e.g. Part 23/ CS-23, Part 33/ CS-E, etc. Knowledge of safety assurance techniques for new safety critical products / components. Experience with writing and managing system requirements. Knowledge of systems development following ARP4754 (or equivalent standard). Knowledge of Reliability prediction techniques e.g., MIL-HBK-217F. Knowledge of Software Certification to DO-178C or Hardware Certification to DO-254. Previous approval as Part 21J Compliance Verification Engineer for Systems Safety. General experience of working within a Part21J Design Organisation environment.

Benefits

At ZeroAvia, we're clean sky thinkers. For the world to achieve truly clean, guilt-free flight, we need a scalable solution; hydrogen-electric powertrains. As a leader in zero-emission aviation and a UK Jet Zero Council member, we're designing and commercialising hydrogen-powered solutions that will positively impact the future of aviation, global connectivity, and the world.


Engineering designs our next-generation hydrogen electric engines. Working across Hydrogen, Propulsion and Integration divisions, they solve technical problems and help decarbonize aviation by finding solutions for electric propulsion, hydrogen storage, fuel cell technology, power distribution, thermal management and more.


Join us at Cotswold Airport, home to some of our aircraft and the workplace of many ZeroAvians. Located just outside the historic market town of Cirencester, you'll experience a workspace built by engineers for engineers. This is a high-velocity and fast-paced environment with good links to the M4 and M5, so it's fitting that it's also our UK Head Office.

Why 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 your 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 support.

Free 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 gardening.

We also offer:

Stock options

- so youcan share in our success.

5 hours

of free

flying lessons

25 days holiday, plus public holidays

- to help you manage your work-life balance.

Free EV Charging

and membership in our EV Club.

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

for EV Club, Curry's Tech, Cycle to Work, and Ikea Furniture.

Weekly Spot Bonuses

to reward excellence.

Income Protection and Legal Support

for peace of mind.

Relocation Support

to make your move seamless.

Diversity and Inclusion

As an emergent company shaping the aviation industry, we know that diversity fuels success and unlocks potential. We embrace being an equal-opportunity employer and actively seek individuals from diverse backgrounds. We value the multitude of skills, perspectives, and mindsets everyone can bring to the table. These experiences ignite creativity, originality, and growth. We proudly reject discrimination in all forms, including that based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.