Air Systems Engineer - Mid/Senior

ZeroAvia is seeking an Air Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of air delivery systems for its hydrogen fuel cell powertrains. This role is ideal for an experienced aerospace engineer with deep expertise in air system architecture, turbomachinery, and thermo‑fluid analysis, who can take full technical ownership from concept generation through certification‑ready design, testing, and supplier integration. Acting as a subject matter expert, the successful candidate will work across multidisciplinary teams and the supply chain to develop, analyse, and validate fuel cell cathode and air delivery systems using first‑principles analysis, simulation, and empirical testing, supporting the certification and deployment of ZeroAvia’s current and future zero‑emission propulsion systems.

The Air Systems Engineer will assume responsibility for all aspects of aerothermal design of air delivery systems for hydrogen fuel cell power generation systems. Working with internal stakeholders and the supply chain you will develop and demonstrate air delivery equipment and architectures to support certification of current and future hydrogen fuel cell power generation systems. Acting as the subject matter expert, you will lead on air delivery system topics technical discussions.

You'll need a dynamic approach to complex problem solving including utilising empirical methods, basic calculations from first principles and 1D & 3D simulation tools. You'll use CAD to create designs and drawings of related system components and assemblies and maintain design data in PLM system in accordance with company aeronautical standards.

To succeed in this role, you'll be a self-starter, diligent, results focused and flexible. Aerospace experience, knowledge of CAA, EASA, FAA certification processes and objectives are a huge advantage.

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