Senior Production Manager - Aircraft

Our VisionAt Vertical Aerospace, we are at the forefront of revolutionizing electric aviation. Our innovative eVTOL aircraft, the Valo, aims to achieve 'zero emissions' and redefine safety standards for air travel.We are committed to breaking away from traditional aerospace norms and are rapidly evolving from a prototype-focused company to a thriving SME. Th…

Join Vertical Aerospace as a Junior Aircraft Manufacturing Engineer and play a pivotal role in the future of aviation. We are at the forefront of developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and we need passionate engineers to help us innovate and transform the aerospace industry.As a Junior Aircraft Manufacturing Engineer, you will be involved in various aspects of the manufacturing process, working closely with senior engineers to ensure the highest quality standards are met. This position offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or engineers with limited experience to kick-start their careers in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Join our innovative team at Vertical Aerospace as an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Aircraft. In this role, you will be integral to the design, development, and manufacturing processes of cutting-edge aerospace technologies. Your expertise will help us create efficient and sustainable aircraft solutions.We are looking for passionate individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to push the boundaries of aviation technology. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest quality standards are met throughout the manufacturing process.

Join Vertical Aerospace as a Senior Propulsion Test Engineer and play a pivotal role in advancing the future of aviation. In this key position, you will lead propulsion test initiatives, collaborating with a talented team to ensure our cutting-edge aerospace technologies exceed safety and performance standards. Your expertise will be crucial in developing innovative propulsion systems for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

Vertical Aerospace is building the Valo, an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft focused on zero emissions and a new level of safety. The company is moving from a prototype phase to a growing small-to-medium enterprise, aiming for airliner-level safety certification by 2028. The Flight Test Safety Manager is a central figure within the Flight Test organization, based at either the Bristol office or Kemble in the Cotswolds. This role supports the company’s Safety Manager and steps in as deputy when needed. The main focus is to ensure all flight test operations meet strict safety and certification requirements. Key Responsibilities Act as deputy for the Safety Manager as required. Represent Flight Test at important forums, including Safety Review Boards and Occurrence Report Review Boards. Lead safety activities for Flight Test, such as: Facilitating Aircraft-level Hazard Assessment Working Groups Investigating flight test occurrences Developing and maintaining risk assessment processes and documentation Support the Safety Management System (SMS) by contributing to hazard identification and risk assessment. Location This position is based at the Bristol office or at Kemble in the Cotswolds.