Composites Design Engineer for Electric Aircraft

Piper Maddox; Wytham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK aerospace start-up is seeking a Composites Design Engineer in Wytham. You will design and analyze composite airframe components using Siemens NX, contributing directly to the development of cutting-edge electric aircraft. The ideal candidate has a strong background in aerospace and composite design, along with a relevant engineering degree. The role offers the opportunity for rapid progression from concept to build in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Variety and autonomy in design

Opportunity to work on innovative aircraft program

Immediate impact within a small engineering team

Qualifications

• Strong aerospace experience is essential.
• Competent in composite design and analysis.
• Experience with FEA tools, flight test support is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Design composite airframe and aerostructure components in NX.
• Perform analysis and sizing of composite structures.
• Produce drawings, material definitions, reports, and release documentation.
• Support manufacturing and structural test activities.
• Help establish internal standards for composite design.

Skills

CAD capability in Siemens NX

Composite design for airframes or aerostructures

Assessment of loads and evaluation of structural performance

Understanding of composite manufacturing processes

Clear communication skills

Education

Relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

A UK aerospace start-up is seeking a Composites Design Engineer in Wytham. You will design and analyze composite airframe components using Siemens NX, contributing directly to the development of cutting-edge electric aircraft. The ideal candidate has a strong background in aerospace and composite design, along with a relevant engineering degree. The role offers the opportunity for rapid progression from concept to build in a dynamic team environment.