Lead UAV Propulsion Engineer: Powerplant Architect

Windracers Ltd; Fareham; Sur place; GBP 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Windracers Ltd in Fareham is seeking a Lead Propulsion Engineer to own the powerplant and propulsion systems for our fixed-wing UAV platforms. You will oversee the full lifecycle from architecture and integration to testing, production support and operational reliability.

You will collaborate with airframe, systems, manufacturing and operations teams to deliver high-performance propulsion solutions and shape the architecture for a growing UAV fleet.

Qualifications

• Aerospace or mechanical engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience with propulsion systems is highly desirable.
• Ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines in a complex environment.
• Experience with testing, development, or operational aircraft systems.
• Experience managing Engineering Change processes.
• Willingness to travel to EU and non-EU territories.

Responsabilités

• Lead propulsion design, development and integration of engines, motors, propellers, mounts and cooling.
• Define propulsion requirements, configurations and architecture for current and future platforms.
• Coordinate with airframe, systems and manufacturing teams for successful integration.
• Manage technical relationships with engine, motor and propeller suppliers.
• Develop propulsion test strategies including ground, endurance and flight testing.
• Provide full lifecycle support including maintenance, troubleshooting and design updates.

Connaissances

Propulsion Systems

Systems Integration

Engineering Leadership

Testing & Validation

Thermal Analysis

Engineering Change

Formation

Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, or Mechanical Engineering

Description du poste

Windracers Ltd in Fareham is seeking a Lead Propulsion Engineer to own the powerplant and propulsion systems for our fixed-wing UAV platforms. You will oversee the full lifecycle from architecture and integration to testing, production support and operational reliability.

You will collaborate with airframe, systems, manufacturing and operations teams to deliver high-performance propulsion solutions and shape the architecture for a growing UAV fleet.