Systems V&V Engineer Long , CA

Today’s aircraft contribute around 4% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars. This is only going to increase:
Air travel is forecasted to double by 2050, while meaningful efficiency gains using current airplanes have hit a wall.

Jet Zero is developing a blended‑wing body (BWB) aircraft. It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero‑emission hydrogen propulsion. Jet Zero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel.

We are experienced aerospace professionals and engineers, excited about the future. That future will only be possible if we share our vision and what it means to people’s lives: carbon‑free flight that is better for both passengers and airlines around the world.

As a System

V&V Engineer
, you will lead the planning, execution, and documentation of system‑level verification and validation activities across complex aerospace platforms—ensuring designs that meet all functional, safety, and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate closely with systems, software, electrical, mechanical, and test engineering teams to define verification approaches, develop test methods, and support system integration and qualification for the demonstrator program.

Jet Zero is a place for people who are ambitious, talented, and humble. This role is based in Long Beach, CA, reporting to the Demonstrator systems team.

The successful candidate will possess both technical project management skills for the planning of tests as well as the personal execution of tests.

• Partner with system owners (avionics, flight controls, electrical, …) to align verification approaches
• Work alongside test engineering to develop test setups, instrumentation, and config control
• Develop and maintain system‑level V&V plans, test plans, test procedures, and test reports
• Define and trace verification methods (analysis, test, …) to system requirements and functions
• Perform system‑level testing, including bench, integration lab, and flight testing
• Participate in design reviews and risk assessments to ensure system maturity and airworthiness
• Various project management tasks as required
• Detailed understanding of civil aviation standards and practices
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in aerospace, systems, or related engineering discipline
• 5+ years in aircraft system test
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and the V‑model lifecycle
• Experience with requirements management and test management tools
• Experience in validation and verification of complex aircraft systems specifically in the aerospace testing process: planning, procedures, execution, and reports
• Ability to analyze technical data, troubleshoot test failures, and drive root‑cause investigations, and document results clearly
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats, intellectual curiosity, and good cross‑functional versatility

• Direct experience with airplane development programs especially experimental designs
• Firsthand background in test planning and execution
• Familiarity with digital thread approaches (CAD/FEA/PLM)

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $140,000 to $160,000. We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.

• Unlimited PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Equity tax advisory services

We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.

• Our First Chat: During this first conversation, you’ll meet with a recruiter or hiring team member to chat through your background, what you could bring to our team, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are.
• The Hiring Manager Interview: You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and…