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Our Aerospace client based in Bristol, UK require the support of a Weights and Mass Properties Engineer, to be engaged on a contract basis. The successful engineer will be engaged on a defence program, requiring BPSS Security clearance initially and then SC level clearance. You must be living and working in the UK currently. This role is offered on a Hybrid arrangement split between our client's offices and home working. This role is deemed inside IR35 regulations and will therefore be on a PAYE basis.
Activity will be focussed on aero-structures where you will be engaged on a multitude of Airframe Development projects potentially on Fuselage, Wing, Tails and In-Flight opening door structures.
Weights and Mass Properties Engineer Skillset:
Provide component and detailed mass properties (weight, centre of gravity, inertia) and contribute to the component optimisation process.
- Define weight status, target weights (detailed parts and component level), route to target and track weight risk & opportunities.
- Calculate delivery component weight, and perform actual weight and balance measurement on detail parts, assemblies and components.
- Contribute in design reviews, weight maturity reviews and weight savings.
- Collaborate with many technical disciplines to understand and to challenge the component design in the quest for optimum weight.
