Lead Design Engineer - Aerospace

TN United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Design Engineer to spearhead the design and support of cutting-edge actuation products. In this pivotal role, you will manage the entire product lifecycle, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Your expertise in mechanical and aerospace engineering, along with proficiency in design tools like SolidWorks, will be crucial in ensuring the success of aerospace programs. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and continuous improvement, where your contributions will shape the future of aerospace technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in highly regulated industries, such as aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and support activities for hydraulic and electro-mechanical systems.
• Manage product lifecycle from NPI to in-service support.
• Mentor junior team members and share expertise.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

SolidWorks

Design for Manufacture

Reliability and Safety Analysis

Problem-Solving Tools (8D, 5Why)

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Windchill

DFMEA

Mathcad

FEA

Job description

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Job Title:

Lead Design Engineer

Reports to:

Head of Actuation Products, UK

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and support activities for actuation products, including hydraulic and electro-mechanical systems.
• Manage the entire product lifecycle, from New Product Introduction (NPI) to supporting and modifying in-service products for aerospace programs.
• Mentor junior team members, sharing technical knowledge and expertise.

Location:

Cheltenham or Deeside (office-based)

Working Pattern:

Nominally 37 hours per week over 4 or 5 days; additional hours may be required.

Travel:

Occasional travel within the UK and overseas.

Language Skills:

English required; additional languages desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and modify design documentation.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers.
• Design test rigs and equipment.
• Interpret customer requirements and specifications.
• Identify and communicate technical risks.
• Present technical solutions at design reviews.
• Lead cross-functional teams and resolve design issues.
• Support engineering changes using tools like Windchill.
• Review and oversee work of other engineers.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Update design guides with lessons learned and technological advancements.

Technical Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in highly regulated industries, such as aerospace.
• Knowledge of reliability, safety, airworthiness, materials, and stress analysis.
• Experience designing mechanical and hydraulic products, preferably in aviation, using SolidWorks.
• Experience with gears, mechanical components, tolerancing, machining, castings, forgings, and metallic materials.
• Familiarity with industry standards and design for manufacture.
• Proficiency in design and analysis tools like DFMEA, Mathcad, FEA.
• Experience with problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5Why, Lean tools.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.

Behavioral Skills:

• Integrity, self-motivation, and proactive approach.
• Drive for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Effective collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Commitment to meeting deadlines.