ZeroAvia is a leader in zero-emission aviation, flying the world's largest hydrogen-electric aircraft since September 2020. Its focus is the design and commercialization of hydrogen-powered aviation solutions to address a variety of markets, initially targeting short-haul, sub-regional commercial flights up to 500 miles. To date, ZeroAvia has secured the UK CAA and FAA experimental permit to fly for its 6-seat aircraft powered by hydrogen-electric powertrain, passed significant flight tests, and is on track for commercial deliveries by 2024. Its achievements to date were rewarded by the UK prime minister by inviting ZeroAvia as a member to the UK Jet Zero Council.
ZeroAvia’s powertrain development focuses on integrating hydrogen storage tanks, fuel cell systems, and electric motors, delivering a solution that will be not only without carbon emissions but also cheaper to operate. Commercializing the solution requires the establishment of a new clean aviation ecosystem, encompassing hydrogen production from renewable energy sources and tackling public perception of safety.
Responsibilities
Working together daily with the Head of System Design and in conjunction with the Electrical Power System and Power Generation System departments, the Gearbox Engineer will have the overall responsibility for:
- Interface with internal stakeholders to capture gearbox input parameters for requirements.
- Provide the gearbox requirements to external suppliers and consultants.
- Track the gearbox design progress.
- Work on overall integration of the gearbox to the aircraft system.
- Develop FMEA (DFMEA and PFMEA) and safety analysis for the gearbox for certification efforts.
Experience:
- Degree in mechanical engineering with focus on powertrain development.
- Project management experience of NPI.
- System level knowledge of gearboxes (aircraft application is preferred).
- Knowledge of one of the following (at least)
- Mechanical shaft calculations
- Bearing calculations
- Lubrication analysis of gearbox
- Thermal analysis of gear teeth
- Cross functional experience.
- Requirements capture/development experience.
- Manufacturing, certification, and testing knowledge is preferred.
Diversity and Inclusion
ZeroAvia is an equal opportunity employer and as a young company in the aviation industry, we value diversity and need people of different backgrounds that bring a plethora of skills, perspectives, and mindsets to the table that can spur originality, imagination, and creativity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status
