Multi-Skilled Test Technician

Our Mission At Vertical Aerospace, we are pioneering the way for electric aviation. The Valo, our eVTOL (electric, vertical, take-off and landing), 'zero emissions' aircraft will set a new safety standard for how we will navigate the sky. We won’t realise our mission following the same legacy processes and traditions our predecessors followed, instead, we want to 'redefine' aerospace best practices. We are growing quickly from a prototype business to a scaling SME, and the next few years will be critical to our success and delivering on our ambitious goals. Valo is targeting airliner-level safety certification in 2028 ahead of entering service with our airline and operator customers.

What to Expect As a Multi-Skilled Test Technician, you will play a key hands‑on role in supporting the development of Vertical Aerospace’s next‑generation eVTOL aircraft. Working within a fast-paced and evolving test environment, you’ll contribute directly to the build, integration and commissioning of complex test rigs used to verify critical aircraft systems on the path to certification. This role offers a high level of variety and responsibility. You’ll be trusted to work with minimal supervision while maintaining exceptional standards of safety, quality and workmanship. You can expect to collaborate closely with Test Engineers and other disciplines, take ownership of your work, and contribute positively to a solutions‑focused team culture. Periods of shift work and travel to other South West test locations may be required to support peak test activity.

What You’ll Do

• Build and fit mechanical components, actuators and assemblies in line with engineering drawings and defined test requirements, delivering high‑quality and repeatable results.
• Support the assembly, integration and commissioning of test rigs used across development and verification programmes.
• Apply instrumentation such as strain gauges, sensors and harnessing to components and aircraft structures (training provided).
• Assist with test operations, working closely with Test Engineers to ensure test activities are carried out safely, efficiently and in compliance with procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation including job cards, build logs, technical library updates and ERP entries to ensure full traceability of work completed.
• Uphold excellent standards of FOD control, tool control and workshop discipline, maintaining a clean, safe and well‑organised working environment.
• Support general on‑site activities including goods‑in, stores tasks and sourcing equipment or components for test rig modifications.
• Provide occasional support to facilities activities and work shift patterns during periods of high test demand.
• Travel to other test locations within the South West when required.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in mechanical assembly, machining, hydraulics or test‑rig build within aerospace, automotive or advanced engineering environments.
• Strong practical skills with confidence using a wide range of hand and power tools.
• High attention to detail and the ability to work to demanding schedules without compromising safety or quality.
• Confidence working autonomously in a development test environment, with sound technical judgement.
• Practical problem‑solving capability, including identifying and sourcing suitable components for minor design or rig modifications in collaboration with Test Engineers.
• A flexible, proactive and team‑oriented mindset, with willingness to support across disciplines as required.
• Strong commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental best practice, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Forklift training beneficial but not essential. First Aid and Fire Marshal training will be provided.

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 performance based bonus - rewarding company and individual performance
• 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.