About this role

Your mission

You will play a key role in the development and integration of Hydrogen Powertrain technologies in a variety of aerospace applications. You will be part of a highly motivated team working in a fast-paced environment delivering engineering solutions that will secure the future of aviation.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as technical authority for control system designs/architectures, while fostering innovative and creative (design) solutions that meet aviation certification and safety standards.
• Develop system requirements for control systems, mainly focused on the Hydrogen Aircraft Powertrain and Storage System (HAPSS), based on project objectives.
• Design system architecture and processes to control key components including fuel cells, HV storage batteries, PLC’s, power electronics, sensor selection, system safety, etc.
• Support with overall electrical system architecture design and interfaces from a controls perspective.
• Develop, manage, and interpret testing for the purpose of product sign off and risk mitigation.
• Provide onsite support during HAPPS deployment customer acceptance testing.
• Coordinate with electrical, control, mechanical & hydrogen system suppliers in the development, integration, and testing of cooling, power generation and distribution systems related to HAPPS.
• Provide direction to other team members to facilitate construction and testing of HAPPS.

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and/or Controls Engineering (or closely related field) is required. Master’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Knowledge of structured (control) system engineering processes. Knowledge of safety standards for software and complex electronic hardware is an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in hydrogen system development engineering surroundings.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas is a plus: Hydrogen storage – hydrogen distribution, Fuel Cell Systems, High Voltage Design, Combined HV and LV Architecture, DC/DC and AC/DC Power Conversion, Wire Harnesses, EMI Mitigation, Electric Motors, Industrial PLC experience.
• Demonstrated ability to understand complex engineering challenges and deliver timely solutions.
• System specs, traceability, and verification infrastructure knowledge.
• System functional test plans, including software testing and verification.
• System safety assessments, failure hazard analysis, and certification test plans.
• Strong communication skills and experience working under pressure in a small high performing team.
• Occasional travel to suppliers and industry events.
• Occasional travel in and out of out of country to customer sites.

What we offer

• Contributing to realize the vision on true zero emission aviation: a revolution in the aerospace!
• An inspiring working environment in a highly motivated team with mixed experiences and backgrounds.
• Market competitive salary and secondary conditions.
• Long term cooperation with continuous professional development.