Join the Airworthiness Team based in Bristol as an Senior Certification Manager and help us to achieve our mission of pioneering electric aviation.

What success will look like for you, as an Senior Certification Manager?

As an, Senior Certification Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of Certification activities for the bespoke VX4 development programme and will work with multiple aviation authorities globally. We seek an ambitious individual with a proven track record in the aerospace industry as an exceptionally organised self-starter who has managed aircraft certification and validation activities from concept through Certification.

You will be leading the aircraft certification and validation process from initial planning through final certification whilst developing and maintaining strong relationships with regulatory agencies for effective communication and collaboration.

You will be expected to stay up-to-date on industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to aircraft certification for the continued development of our in-house expertise, specialist knowledge and capabilities.

What would we like you to bring.

We want you to be successful in your role, in order to achieve this, you will need to have proven experience in a development programme(s) interacting with CAA/FAA/EASA/other major civil aviation authorities is essential. Additionally, you will need good skills / knowledge of Part 21 regulations and CS23, 27 and 29. Ideally you will have gained this experience from the Aerospace sector.

What 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 benefits

Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials.

• 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday
• 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)
• 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership
• Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits
• Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)
• Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee
• Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it
• Breakfast on us, every day

We 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 Statement

We 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.