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Piper Maddox
Posted a month ago, valid for 24 days
Falkirk, Falkirk FK12BP, Scotland
£139,691 - £164,342 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Piper Maddox is seeking a Lead Electric Propulsion Systems Engineer for an eVTOL business focused on sustainable aviation.
- The role requires a Master's Degree in a relevant engineering discipline and at least 7 years of professional experience in propulsion system design and electrical machines.
- Key responsibilities include defining the Electric Propulsion System competence, analyzing current technologies, and developing a roadmap for future aircraft concepts.
- Candidates should have knowledge of aerospace certification standards and the ability to work in agile, collaborative environments.
- The position offers a competitive salary, details of which can be discussed upon application.
What you will be doing:
* Defining and establishing the Electric Propulsion System (Electric Motor, Inverter, Power Distribution, Battery) competence for the business alongside other senior leadership in the business
* Analyse current Propulsion technologies in the business and seek improvements where possible
* Set a roadmap for the EPS technology over the coming years for various aircraft concepts
* Work with suppliers and customers to develop the business eDrive capabilities
* Ensure that project documentation is developed currently adhering we company processes and certification standards
What we are looking for:
* Master's Degree in relevant engineering discipline
* 7+ years of professional experience in propulsion system design and electrical machines
* Experience or good knowledge of Aerospace certification standards: SC VTOL, SC EHPS, DO 160, DO 178 etc.
* Ability to work in agile, collaborative and international environments
* Passionate about being a key player in a small sustainable aviation-focused business
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