Avionics/Electrical Systems Engineer

Morson Praxis; Salford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Chartership support

Life assurance

GP access

Discount scheme

On-site team events

Job summary

Morson Praxis is seeking an experienced Avionics/Electrical Systems Engineer to join our Aerospace Engineering team in the UK. You will design, analyse, develop, and certify aircraft avionics and electrical system modifications and installations, supporting airworthiness and DOA activities.

Working with Chief Engineers and Technical Team Leads, you will produce complete engineering packages and certification documentation across the aircraft modification lifecycle, with frequent customer

Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft avionics and/or electrical systems engineering, ideally within an aircraft modification environment.
• Knowledge of airworthiness and certification requirements, ideally within a Part 21J Design Organisation.
• Experience producing engineering reports, certification documentation and test schedules.
• Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and installation drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyse complete engineering packages for aircraft avionics and electrical system modifications and installations.
• Produce engineering reports, certification documentation and test schedules.
• Develop schematics, wiring diagrams and installation drawings.
• Support avionics and electrical installation design activities.
• Provide technical input into bids, proposals and future aerospace programmes.
• Support airworthiness and certification activities within a UK CAA Part 21J DOA environment.

Skills

Avionics systems

Electrical systems

System integration

Schematics & drawings

Stakeholder management

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Engineer the systems that keep aircraft connected, capable and mission-ready. At Morson Praxis, we’re the technical consultancy that actually delivers what it designs, providing specialist engineering expertise across some of the most complex programmes in the aerospace and defence sectors.

We’re looking for an experienced Avionics/Electrical Systems Engineer to join our Aerospace Engineering team. Working within our Aerospace Division it will include supporting various customers as well as integrating into our UK CAA Part 21J Design Organisation (DOA) environment. You will support the design, analysis, development and certification of aircraft avionics and electrical system modifications and installations.

This is an opportunity to combine hands‑on systems engineering with airworthiness, certification and customer collaboration, supporting projects throughout the aircraft modification lifecycle.

We’re looking for an Avionics/Electrical Systems Engineer to deliver aircraft modification and systems engineering solutions across our aerospace programmes.

Working alongside our Chief Engineers, Technical Team Leads and wider engineering community, you’ll develop and analyse complete engineering packages for aircraft avionics and electrical systems.

You’ll work across the engineering lifecycle, from initial requirements and technical analysis through to certification, installation and aircraft testing, ensuring solutions meet customer requirements and applicable airworthiness standards.

Who We Are

At Morson Praxis, we deliver specialist engineering and technical consultancy services across aerospace, defence, energy, infrastructure and industrial sectors.

As part of the wider Morson Group, we combine the agility and technical expertise of a specialist consultancy with the strength and stability of one of the UK’s leading technical organisations.

Within our Aerospace Division, our engineering teams support complex civil and military aviation programmes, including aircraft modification, avionics and electrical systems, design engineering, airworthiness and certification.

You’ll join a highly experienced technical community where safety, engineering quality and collaboration are at the heart of how we deliver.

What You’ll Do

• Developing and analysing complete engineering packages for aircraft avionics and electrical system modifications and installations
• Producing engineering reports and technical assessments covering aircraft avionics and electrical systems
• Developing schematics, wiring diagrams and installation drawings
• Supporting avionics and electrical installation design activities
• Producing certification reports, compliance documentation and test schedules
• Carrying out Electrical Load Analysis (ELA) and associated technical assessments
• Reviewing OEM Service Bulletins, vendor STCs and installation data packages
• Interpreting aircraft electrical and avionics architectures to develop practical engineering solutions
• Supporting airworthiness and certification activities within a UK CAA Part 21J DOA environment
• Ensuring engineering activities are undertaken in accordance with applicable DOA procedures and technical governance requirements
• Supporting and witnessing aircraft testing, including ground, flight and EMC testing
• Providing engineering support during aircraft installations and modifications to resolve technical issues
• Working directly with customer avionics and electrical engineering teams to understand requirements and develop solutions
• Liaising with vendors and suppliers regarding technical requirements and equipment integration
• Supporting prototype installations, aircraft surveys and on‑site engineering activities where required
• Preparing and maintaining technical documentation, engineering reports and design records
• Providing technical input into bids, proposals and future aerospace programmes
• Supporting and mentoring less experienced engineers where appropriate
• Contributing to continuous improvement across engineering processes and technical standards
• Working in accordance with the Morson Praxis Safety Management System (SMS)
• Some travel may be required for customer meetings, aircraft surveys, prototype installations and on‑site testing and engineering support.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in aircraft avionics and/or electrical systems engineering, ideally within an aircraft modification environment
• Strong understanding of aircraft electrical and avionics architecture and system integration
• Experience developing or analysing aircraft avionics and electrical system modifications and installations
• Knowledge of airworthiness and certification requirements, ideally within a Part 21J Design Organisation
• Experience producing engineering reports, certification documentation and test schedules
• Ability to produce and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and installation drawings
• Experience undertaking Electrical Load Analysis and supporting technical assessments
• Understanding of aircraft testing, ideally including ground, flight and/or EMC testing
• Ability to interpret technical information including wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, maintenance manuals, electrical load data and aircraft technical documentation
• Knowledge of commercial and/or military aircraft avionics and electrical systems
• CAD experience would be advantageous but is not essential
• Strong technical problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Previous leadership, supervision or mentoring experience would be advantageous
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Avionics, Electrical, Aeronautical Engineering or a related discipline

Why Praxis?

• Work on complex aerospace programmes: Contribute to aircraft modification, avionics and electrical engineering projects across civil and defence environments.
• Develop your expertise: Broaden your experience across systems engineering, airworthiness, certification and aircraft testing.
• Collaborate: Work alongside experienced aerospace engineers, technical specialists, customers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Solve complex engineering challenges: Take aircraft systems requirements through analysis, certification, integration and testing.
• Belong: Be part of a specialist engineering consultancy backed by the wider Morson Group, with opportunities to develop your technical career.

What's in it for you

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Full support and guidance towards chartership
• Company funded professional memberships
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Life assurance scheme
• 24/7 GP Access
• Funded team socials and events
• Mega-projects throughout the UK and internationally
• Employee Assistance Plan
• High street discount scheme
• Enhanced company sick pay scheme
• Mental Health Wellbeing app
• Specsavers discount scheme

Morson Praxis is proud to be an equal opportunities employer

We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and supportive working environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals and make our employment decisions based on merit, qualifications and business needs, regardless of age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic