ZeroAvia is a leader in zero-emission aviation, flying the world's largest hydrogen-electric aircraft since September 2020. Its focus is the design and commercialization of hydrogen-powered aviation solutions to address a variety of markets, initially targeting short-haul, sub-regional commercial flights up to 500 miles. To date, ZeroAvia has secured the UK CAA and FAA experimental permit to fly for its 6 seat aircraft powered by hydrogen-electric powertrain, passed significant flight tests, and is on track for commercial deliveries by 2023. Its achievements to date were rewarded by the UK prime minister by inviting ZeroAvia as a member of the UK Jet Zero Council.

ZeroAvia’s powertrain development focuses on integrating hydrogen storage tanks, fuel cell systems, and electric motors, delivering a solution that will be not only without carbon emissions but also cheaper to operate. Commercializing the solution requires the establishment of a new clean aviation ecosystem, encompassing hydrogen production from renewable energy sources and tackling public perception of safety.

Main tasks:

Working within the Design Organisation the Certification Engineer reports to the Head of Certification and is responsible for:

• Creating, maintaining and reviewing Certification Plans and Compliance Demonstration documentation
• Assisting with generation of Permit to Fly / Experimental Permits and associated Flight Conditions Approval justifications
• Assisting with preparation of Ground and Flight Test Plans and test setup/conduct
• Assisting with maintaining standard procedures and working practices across sites
• Interfacing with various organisations as required in relation to airworthiness and compliance demonstration
• Assisting with regulator liaison
• Keep up to date with regulatory requirements, policies, guidance material and industry standards and communicate relevant changes to the engineering teams
• Acting as Drawing Checker (where appropriately authorised)
• Acting as Engineering Approval Signatory (on behalf of the Head of Airworthiness where appropriately authorised)

Essential Experience/Qualifications:

• Aeronautical Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years practical experience in aerospace certification engineering or aerospace design engineering
• Strong working knowledge of, and experience with, FAR Part 23 and/or Part 25 certification
• Strong working knowledge of the FAA certification process
• Knowledge of CAA/EASA Part21J and CS23/25 regulations preferred

Desirable Experience/Qualifications:

• Experience of Safety Assessment following ARP4761 or Systems Engineering following ARP4751
• Specialist experience in any of the following: Avionics, Electrical, Fuel Systems, Propulsion, Structural Modifications
• Supplier or aerospace organisation auditing experience
• Part 21G Production Organisation or Part 145 Maintenance Organisation Experience
• Previous approval as FAA DER or DAR, or CAA/EASA Part 21J Compliance Verification Engineer

Diversity and Inclusion

ZeroAvia is an equal opportunity employer and as a young company in the aviation industry, we value diversity and need people of different backgrounds that bring a plethora of skills, perspectives, and mindsets to the table that can spur originality, imagination, and creativity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.