Aerospace Mechanical Engineer – Test Rig Design (12m Contract)

Line Up Aviation; Filton; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Line Up Aviation seeks a Mechanical Engineer for a 12-month contract in Filton. You will drive design and structural integrity of test rigs, ensuring safety and performance across wings and airframe systems. Role involves 3D pre-designs, stress analysis, and supplier coordination.

Requirements include experience with aeronautical structures, CATIA/3DExperience, and a degree in mechanical engineering. The position is based in Filton with a 35-hour week.

Qualifications

• Design of aeronautical structures or equivalent high-precision projects using CATIA or 3DExperience.
• Stress calculation and checking (hand calculations and/or FEM sizing).
• Materials testing (optional).
• Experience in managing suppliers or participating in supplier selection.
• Educated to degree level in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver advanced test rig concepts with focus on quality and regulatory compliance.
• Execute high-precision 3D pre-designs and detailed interface drawings.
• Drive structural excellence through stress analysis and act as a design checker for stress activities.
• Lead manufacturing and design-to-manufacture work packages within the test centre perimeter.
• Act as a primary technical interface for external customers and cross-functional teams.
• Integrate electrical, measurement, and data system installation requirements.

Skills

Stress analysis

Supplier management

Aeronautical structures knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CATIA

3DExperience

Job description

Line Up Aviation seeks a Mechanical Engineer for a 12-month contract in Filton. You will drive design and structural integrity of test rigs, ensuring safety and performance across wings and airframe systems. Role involves 3D pre-designs, stress analysis, and supplier coordination.

Requirements include experience with aeronautical structures, CATIA/3DExperience, and a degree in mechanical engineering. The position is based in Filton with a 35-hour week.