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Senior Electrical Engineer
ZeroAvia
Other Engineering
Kemble, Cirencester GL7, UK
Posted on Sep 3, 2025
We are seeking an experienced and qualified Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our team and work on the design, validation, verification and certification of future Electrical Power Distribution Systems (PDS) for aerospace applications. This role involves working with voltage ranges from 28V up to 1500V, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
ZeroAvia is at the forefront of a new clean aviation ecosystem, and the successful candidate will be joining a world-class team that is passionate about designing and delivering solutions that are not just carbon-emission free but also cost-effective.
Responsibilities:
- Perform analysis and testing of power distribution components and systems to verify compliance with specifications and requirements.
- Strong working knowledge of electrical aviation standards i.e ED-332, AS7499 and DO-160.
- Troubleshoot and resolve PDS issues and problems using diagnostic equipment and tools.
- Prepare and maintain PDS documentation, records, and reports for validation and verification in accordance with the applicable procedures and regulations.
- Provide technical support and guidance to other engineers, technicians, and operators on PDS related matters.
- Keep abreast of the latest developments and best practices in PDS engineering.
- Contribute to technical review gates such as Concept Readiness Review, Preliminary Design Review & Critical Design Review. CAA Panel discipline 5 categories a), b) c) and d).
- Develop and analyse electrical loads across various aircraft states
- Proficiency in software and tools for PDS design and development
- Proficient in using the toolset MATLab
- Skilled in using the toolset PLECS
Collaboration:
- Collaborating with design teams, certification authorities, and other stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in electrical engineering, avionics engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 6 years of experience in Power Distribution design in the aviation industry.
- Knowledge of A/C regulations, standards, and guidelines such as [AMC 20-136], [AMC 20-158] and certification panels such as Panel 5 categories a), b) c) and d).
- Strong understanding of power electronics used in equipment such Inverters and DCDC converts.
- Experience in PDS analysis, testing, inspection, and troubleshooting
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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.
Cotswold Airport (Kemble) 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.