- Minimum of 7 years of experience in an engineering role, ideally within an MRO or aerospace environment. (highly desirable)
- Experience of line management responsibilities and leading a team (essential)
- Hands-on experience with electrical, hydraulic and mechanical aircraft components and assemblies (highly desirable).
- Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis and failure investigations using tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and FMEA. (highly desirable)
- Proven experience in designing and building test tooling and rigs (highly desirable).
- Strong understanding of technical drawings and documentation (essential).
- Familiarity using 2D & 3D CAD (Fusion 360) and FEA software (highly desirable).
- Strong experience in New Product Development and Sustaining Engineering, with a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget (highly desirable).
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques (highly desirable).
- Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations, including AS9100, CAA/EASA & FAA Part 145 (essential).
- Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related engineering discipline (HNC/HND acceptable with extensive experience).
- Good knowledge of safe working practices and associated EHS requirements
- Understands the importance of following instructions closely, completing compliance documentation accurately and knows when to escalate issues appropriately.
- Excellent communication skills (written and spoken), able to build relationship at all levels, communicate technical information to different audiences and navigate cultural differences.
- Good organisation skills with a good eye for detail, able to manage own workload to meet deadlines, even in a fast-paced and changeable environment.
- Strong organisational and project planning skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
- Self-motivated, ambitious, and innovative in approach.
- Focused on cost efficiency and working within set budgets.
- Good IT skills across MS Office and CAD, able to learn other company systems quickly
- Monday – Thursday 8am – 4pm
- Friday 8am – 3.30pm
- Salary: dependent on experience
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Life assurance x4
- Free parking
- Wellness breakfasts
- Pension – you pay in 3% the company will put in 6%