Lead Flight Test Engineer – EW & Defence Aviation

Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International travel

Permanent role

Job summary

Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Lead Flight Test Engineer for airborne EW and Defence Aviation, based at Bournemouth International Airport. You will lead flight test programmes from concept through delivery across the UK and deployed locations, reporting to the Flight Test Manager.

This role is a flying position with potential involvement in Operational Readiness Training as rear crew. Essential requirements include leadership in flight tests across multiple air vehicles,

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading flight test activities across multiple air vehicle types.
• Qualification as a Flight Test Engineer from a recognised training organisation.
• Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).
• Able to meet or hold a minimum CAA Class 2 medical standard.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and effective delivery of flight test activities in the UK and deployed locations worldwide.
• Plan and conduct airborne and ground flight testing as Lead Flight Test Engineer.
• Develop and own test strategies, test plans, and test procedures.
• Collaborate with the Design Office and participate in design and safety reviews.
• Develop and manage certification plans to support flight test requirements.
• Produce clear, high-quality flight test reports.
• Actively manage flight test risk to ALARP and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Lead Flight Test Engineer experience

Flight Test Engineer qualification

UK Security Clearance (SC) eligibility

CAA Class 2 medical standard

Education

BSc/BEng or higher in engineering or science

Job description

Volantes Technical Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Lead Flight Test Engineer for airborne EW and Defence Aviation, based at Bournemouth International Airport. You will lead flight test programmes from concept through delivery across the UK and deployed locations, reporting to the Flight Test Manager.

This role is a flying position with potential involvement in Operational Readiness Training as rear crew. Essential requirements include leadership in flight tests across multiple air vehicles,