Hybrid Mechanical Engineer: CAD, Testing & Aerospace

General Dynamics Missions System International; Hastings; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine-day fortnight

Flexible benefits

Career development plan

Hybrid work option

Job summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems in the UK Hastings is seeking engineers to join the TEMPEST programme, delivering the UK’s 6th generation fighter capabilities. You will design, build, and integrate next‑generation combat air technology with world‑leading engineers.

The role offers hybrid working with time split between home and office, and opportunities to collaborate across industry, government and academia to push defence innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree level education or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated high levels of motivation, integrity, and professionalism.
• Flexibility, innovation, and commitment to delivery in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Support CAD and mechanical design
• Support testing and qualification activities
• Develop technologies that will shape combat aviation for decades to come.
• Work with world-leading engineers across industry, government and academia.
• Contribute to sovereign UK defence capability and international collaboration.

Education

Degree level education or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline

Job description

General Dynamics Mission Systems in the UK Hastings is seeking engineers to join the TEMPEST programme, delivering the UK’s 6th generation fighter capabilities. You will design, build, and integrate next‑generation combat air technology with world‑leading engineers.

The role offers hybrid working with time split between home and office, and opportunities to collaborate across industry, government and academia to push defence innovation.