EWIS IPT Lead
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Employment type:
Full time
Experience required:
Intermediate
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About the company:
Join the EWIS team as EWIS IPT Lead
What will you be doing?
The Electrical Wiring Interconnection System (EWIS) team is part of Vertical's Powertrain organisation and is responsible for the design and integration of the aircraft wiring systems across the aircraft. This includes conventional Low Voltage systems as well as novel High Voltage systems to enable our all-electric powertrain. We work closely with our Motor, Battery and Power Distribution teams to deliver an integrated Powertrain system for our VX4 aircraft.
The team consists of highly experienced EWIS engineers from various aerospace backgrounds, bringing their knowledge and expertise together to define the best solutions for the aircraft as a whole. We work in conjunction with all aircraft systems and structural teams from initial concepts through to interface management, detailed design, harness manufacture and installation; all the way through to aircraft commissioning and flight testing.
Vertical is seeking an experienced EWIS engineer and people leader to support the EWIS team as it navigates development and certification of its VX4 aircraft. You will provide the necessary support for planning, budgeting, and resource management to enable the team to achieve their objectives. You will also support the development of the team and its members to achieve their individual potential and ensure we build a world class capability for EWIS design.
What success will look like for the EWIS IPT Lead
The EWIS IPT Lead has the opportunity to lead and develop a world class EWIS team as we design and certify our VX4 aircraft and beyond. Your responsibilities will include:
- Short and Long Term planning to meet business needs and build the team capability
- Resource and Budget management
- Liaison with our design and/or manufacturing partners
- Support the development of the team
- Represent the EWIS team, both inside and outside the company
What would we like you to bring?
- 5+ Years experience in EWIS/Electrical Installation Design (Aerospace desirable but not essential)
- Experience with Low voltage distribution systems
- Experience leading small/medium size teams
- Proactive
- Energetic
- Very organised
- Able to work with suppliers and other company stakeholders
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.
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