Design Engineer
Matchtech Group
- Christchurch, Dorset
- £30.00-35.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Compile mechanical and structural design documentation, including wiring diagrams, schematics, wire lists, service bulletins, test plans/reports, and more, in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate, plan, and control design data, ensuring completeness and availability to Compliance Verification Engineers.
- Perform independent technical checks of drawings and other design documents.
- Support Design Focal engineer(s) in design review meetings.
- Work collaboratively in a team environment, liaising closely with in-house colleagues.
- Provide clear communication to Project Managers regarding the status of design programmes and any issues impacting design elements.
- Assist the Design Focal in compiling design data for design reviews.
- Degree or HND/HNC or OND/ONC in mechanical engineering, with related industrial experience.
- A clear understanding of aircraft mechanical/structural component and/or system design requirements, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Related experience of aircraft modifications under Part 21.
- Proficiency in CAD (Catia experience is advantageous).
- Competent with stress analysis (Abaqus/CAE is utilized).
- Working knowledge of regulatory requirements, such as CAA, EASA, FAA, Part 21, CS-25, etc.
- Prior experience as a design checker signatory.
- Prior experience as a Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE).
- Membership in the Royal Aeronautical Society (MRAeS) or similar (desirable).
- Professional Registration with the UK Engineering Council.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).