Head of Architecture & Test Sector
Added 15 Oct · still live
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£52,400
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2126 (72% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £52,400, and ZeroAvia is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 2126 (Aerospace engineers) · 72% match
- Likely 2129 (Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified) · 7% match
- Likely 2161 (Research and development (R&D) managers) · 5% match
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2126 Aerospace engineers Most likely code | £36,700 | £41,900 | £47,200 | £52,400 |
2129 Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified Also possible | £33,400 | £36,900 | £41,500 | £46,100 |
2161 Research and development (R&D) managers Also possible | £38,100 | £43,500 | £48,900 | £54,400 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
ZeroAvia is leading the transition to zero-emission aviation through the development of hydrogen-electric propulsion systems for civil and defence aerospace applications. As the world's only Design Organization Approved business focused exclusively on hydrogen-electric aviation, we have achieved significant flight test and regulatory milestones with the UK CAA and FAA and secured more than 3,000 pre-orders from airlines, OEMs and defence customers globally. Joining ZeroAvia means being part of a team pioneering the future of aviation and delivering lasting impact for the planet and its people.
Due to continued growth across our engineering organisation, ZeroAvia is looking to recruit a Head of Architecture & Test to lead the development, validation and certification of the systems that power our pioneering hydrogen-electric propulsion technologies. This is a strategic leadership role that combines deep technical expertise with people leadership, offering the opportunity to shape the architecture, safety and verification approach for systems that are transforming the future of flight.
As part of a world-class engineering team, you will be responsible for defining and governing system architecture, requirements engineering, safety methodologies, simulation strategies and testing activities across all levels of development. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, certification authorities and programme leaders, you will ensure our products are robust, certifiable and commercially viable while helping establish the engineering capabilities required to support ZeroAvia's continued growth and regulatory milestones.
Requirements
Responsibilities
Due to continued growth across our engineering organisation, ZeroAvia is looking to recruit a Head of Architecture & Test to lead the development, validation and certification of the systems that power our pioneering hydrogen-electric propulsion technologies. This is a strategic leadership role that combines deep technical expertise with people leadership, offering the opportunity to shape the architecture, safety and verification approach for systems that are transforming the future of flight.
As part of a world-class engineering team, you will be responsible for defining and governing system architecture, requirements engineering, safety methodologies, simulation strategies and testing activities across all levels of development. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, certification authorities and programme leaders, you will ensure our products are robust, certifiable and commercially viable while helping establish the engineering capabilities required to support ZeroAvia's continued growth and regulatory milestones.
Requirements
Responsibilities
- Lead the definition and development of system architecture, requirements engineering, safety activities, simulation strategies and verification approaches for hydrogen-electric propulsion systems.
- Establish, maintain and continuously improve architecture, safety and testing processes in line with Design Organisation requirements, regulatory standards and company objectives.
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- Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in a systems engineering, architecture, testing or technical leadership role within aerospace or another highly regulated industry.
- Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams responsible for system architecture, requirements management, safety engineering and verification activities.
- Strong understanding of aerospace development lifecycles, certification environments and systems engineering best practices.
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience developing engineering capability and high-performing technical teams.
- Experience working within Design Organisation Approval (DOA) environments and familiarity with Part 21J, Part 23, Part 25, Part 33 and/or Part 145 requirements.
- Knowledge of hydrogen, fuel cell, electric propulsion or other advanced aerospace technologies.
- Experience with Teamcenter PLM or similar engineering data and configuration management systems.
Why Join Us?
We want to help you be your best self, at work and at home, that’s why we provide our employees with…
- Private health and dental care – get access to services and support when you need them. Add your family members too.
- Stock options – so you can share in our success.
- 25 days holiday, plus public holidays – to help you manage your work-life balance.
- Free EV Charging and membership in our EV Club.
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes for EV Club, Curry's Tech, Cycle to Work, and Ikea Furniture.
- Weekly Spot Bonuses to reward excellence.
- Income Protection and Legal Support for peace of mind.
- Relocation Support to make your move seamless.
As an emergent company shaping the aviation industry, we know that diversity fuels success and unlocks potential. We embrace being an equal-opportunity employer and actively seek individuals from diverse backgrounds. We value the multitude of skills, perspectives, and mindsets everyone can bring to the table. These experiences ignite creativity, originality, and growth. We proudly reject discrimination in all forms, including that based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Aerospace engineers (SOC 2126) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay- Median £52,468
- Going rate £52,400
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £36,700–47,200
ONS publishes no quartiles for this occupation, so the shaded band is a rough guide.
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2126 going rate of £52,400. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.