Vice President of Engineering
Apera
team leadership
hardware engineering
software engineering
scale growth
defense aerospace
strategic impact
The Vice President of Engineering will be responsible for a team of 20+ engineers across both hardware and software. It will be essential for you to come from a engineering background with strong autonomy experience within the defense and / or aerospace industry. With huge ambitious plans to scale from 50 to 270 by 2027 this is a unique opportunity where you will be able to have a significant impact from day 1.
inspirational
fast‑paced
startup
high‑integrity
high‑stakes
leadership
They have a clear mission and overall goal to become an underwater autonomy prime so they need the Vice President of Engineering to be a inspirational individual who can thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic start up environment with the ability to help them achieve their growth goals whilst maintaining the culture.
If you’re experience fits the above and you thrive in high-integrity, high-stakes engineering environments then please apply now with your latest resume!
BenefitsFounded 2023
Year Established
The company was established in 2023.
- They’ve zeroed in on deep tech, tackling transformative sectors like future mobility, clean energy, defence and space.
- Rather than products, Apera crafts high‑impact teams to build groundbreaking technologies across complex domains.
- Projects range from launching embedded talent into cutting‑edge defence systems to scaling clean‑energy platforms.
- Despite its young age, Apera’s clients include visionary innovators pushing the frontiers of aerospace and sustainable transport.
- Unusually for a firm so new, they’ve already opened a U.S. office and are gearing up for major expansion in defense and advanced air mobility.
- Pioneering Innovation: We empower bold, innovative ideas that shape the future of technology.
- Customer-Centric: We prioritize the needs of our customers, listening closely to drive impactful solutions.
- Accountability: We take ownership of our work and are accountable for delivering results.
- Collaboration: We believe in the power of diverse teams working together to solve complex challenges.
- Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of honesty and ethical behavior in all that we do.
Net zero by 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Aiming to reach net zero carbon emissions globally by 2050.
50% by 2030
Emission Reduction Target
Committed to cutting carbon footprint in half by 2030.
- Focus on sustainable product design to reduce energy consumption and waste.
- Engaged in offsetting carbon emissions through renewable energy and tree-planting initiatives.
40% Target
Gender Representation Goal
40% female representation across all teams by 2025.
35% Female Workforce
Current Gender Representation
The company reports a 35% female workforce as of 2023.
- The company promotes a balanced gender ratio, aiming for equal gender representation in leadership roles by 2025.
