Lead Flight Test Engineer – Global EW & Aircraft Trials

Draken; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

12% matching pension contributions

Bonus incentives

Discounted PMI

Electric car scheme

Wellbeing programmes

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Lead Flight Test Engineer in Bournemouth, UK. This role involves defining flight tests, managing various aircraft's operational readiness, and navigating regulatory landscapes. Candidates should have qualifications from a recognized Flight Test Training Organisation, demonstrating experience in flight testing for different air vehicle types. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, compliance, and effective delivery of flight tests worldwide. Opportunities for operational training may also be available depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Lead Flight Test Engineer.
• Hold a minimum award of SC (Security Cleared) by the UK Security Vetting Agency.
• Ability to meet Class 2 CAA aviation medical standard.

Responsibilities

• Direct safe and effective delivery of Flight Test activities.
• Develop certification plans for flight test requirements.
• Manage Flight Test risk to ALARP levels.

Skills

Flight Test Engineering

Airborne and ground testing

Planning and conducting tests

Regulatory compliance

Education

Qualification as a Flight Test Engineer

BSc/BEng in Engineering/Science

Tools

Flight Test Instrumentation

Job description

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Lead Flight Test Engineer in Bournemouth, UK. This role involves defining flight tests, managing various aircraft's operational readiness, and navigating regulatory landscapes. Candidates should have qualifications from a recognized Flight Test Training Organisation, demonstrating experience in flight testing for different air vehicle types. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, compliance, and effective delivery of flight tests worldwide. Opportunities for operational training may also be available depending on experience.