F-35 Airframe Structures Engineer – Overseas Opportunity

Defence Nuclear Enterprise; Bristol; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A major defense organization is seeking a Structures Aeronautical Engineer to provide engineering expertise within the Joint Strike Fighter Programme Office. Initially based in the UK, the role includes responsibilities for airframe integration, policy recommendations, and technical evaluations. Candidates must have a professional engineering registration and a STEM qualification at RQF Level 4 or above. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including enhanced parental leave and a strong pension package.

Benefits

Annual performance-based bonus

Market-leading pension contribution

25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days

Qualifications

• Professional registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) with the Engineering Council.
• Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics qualification at RQF Level 4 or above.
• Experience in material science and/or structures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Recommend policies for airframe and structural system interfaces.
• Manage systems-engineering documentation related to airframe integration.
• Evaluate technical proposals and provide recommendations.

Skills

Communication skills

Material science understanding

Systems engineering

Education

Professional registration as IEng or CEng

RQF Level 4 qualification in STEM

Job description

A major defense organization is seeking a Structures Aeronautical Engineer to provide engineering expertise within the Joint Strike Fighter Programme Office. Initially based in the UK, the role includes responsibilities for airframe integration, policy recommendations, and technical evaluations. Candidates must have a professional engineering registration and a STEM qualification at RQF Level 4 or above. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including enhanced parental leave and a strong pension package.