Chief Engineer - AAR Systems & Actuation

Eaton Group

Wimborne Minster

On-site

GBP 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Eaton Group's Wimborne site in the UK is seeking a Chief Engineer to provide technical leadership across Air-to-Air Refuelling systems, hose & drogue, probes and actuation products. You will sign off technical solutions and guide multi-programme efforts with a focus on safety, reliability, and cost objectives.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with customers and suppliers, and ensure governance reviews and compliance with engineering standards across global programs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • 10 years of aerospace or high-tech experience with new product development and sustaining support.
  • 5 years experience in mechanical or electrical actuation components and/or systems.
  • ITAR controlled technology access requires eligibility for security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as technical authority for AAR and Actuation products across the business.
  • Lead complex programmes, ensuring technical completeness and delivery to requirements.
  • Develop technology roadmaps, innovations, and strategic engineering activities.
  • Review and approve technical solutions while maintaining design integrity.

Skills

Engineering leadership
AAR systems
Actuation components
System design
Leadership in projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Eaton Group's Wimborne site in the UK is seeking a Chief Engineer to provide technical leadership across Air-to-Air Refuelling systems, hose & drogue, probes and actuation products. You will sign off technical solutions and guide multi-programme efforts with a focus on safety, reliability, and cost objectives.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with customers and suppliers, and ensure governance reviews and compliance with engineering standards across global programs.

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