Senior Electrical Charging Engineer

Our MissionAt 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 ExpectYou'll play a key role in shaping the electrical charging systems that will support the VX4 aircraft throughout its lifecycle. You'll work closely with our energy storage, ground systems, and aircraft integration teams to design and deliver safe, reliable, and scalable charging solutions. This role will suit someone who thrives in cross-functional environments and wants to help set new industry standards for electric aviation.What You'll DoLead the design and development of the aircraft charging architecture, including interfaces between aircraft, ground equipment, and energy systemsDefine system requirements and specifications for high-voltage charging infrastructureCollaborate with internal teams and external partners to define, test, and integrate charging technologiesDevelop and validate charging & safety protocols, both on-ground and during operationsSupport certification and compliance efforts by contributing to documentation and testing strategiesDrive continuous improvement in charging efficiency, reliability, and turnaround timesStay up to date with industry standards and emerging technologies in electric vehicle and aerospace chargingWhat You'll BringStrong experience in electrical systems engineering, ideally with exposure to high-voltage charging systemsKnowledge of power electronics, grid interfaces, and energy managementFamiliarity with safety-critical systems and regulatory standards in aerospace or automotive sectorsHands-on experience with system integration and testing, including troubleshooting and fault analysis, preferably with experience of ISO 15118Effective collaboration skills across disciplines such as mechanical, software, and systems engineeringExperience with certification processes (e.g., DO-160, ARP4754A) is a plusA passion for sustainable technologies and a desire to help shape the future of flightWhat 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 BenefitsOur people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials.26 days holiday, plus bank holiday5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnershipAdditional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefitsAward-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)Company performance based bonus - rewarding company and individual performanceCompany Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employeeCompany Pension Scheme - 5% and we match itBreakfast on us, every dayWe 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 StatementWe 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.