Mechanical Design Engineer – Unmanned Aerial Systems

Saab AB

Dunstable

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 68,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Saab UK is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the Head of Engineering on multidisciplinary design challenges for unmanned systems. You will provide technical leadership across requirement management, design, integration, manufacturing and testing, with some UK travel.

The role is based in Bedfordshire within the Saab UK Bluebear Business, focusing on innovative products and integration activities, including propulsion systems and aircraft concepts, with opportunities for development

Qualifications

Degree/HND in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
Experience with SolidWorks including solid modelling, surfacing, assemblies, detailing and BoM creation.
Experience producing engineering drawings and technical documentation to recognised standards.
Experience supporting product development from concept through design, manufacture, assembly and test.
Ability to perform first-pass engineering analysis (basic FEA & CFD).
Understanding of material selection and manufacturing processes for metallic and composite components.

Responsibilities

Perform day-to-day CAD design activities and manage multidisciplinary design requirements across aerospace development projects.
Support the delivery of assigned work packages, ensuring progress against schedule, cost and risk objectives.
Contribute to design, integration, verification, and test activities throughout the product development lifecycle.
Develop innovative product concepts, prototypes, & designs using CAE, CAD, & CAM tools.
Select materials and manufacturing methods for composite and metallic aerospace components.
Support payload & propulsion system integration activities, including all-electric propulsion & eVTOL applications, while working with aircraft concepts team to assess aircraft performance impacts & contribute to aircraft-level optimisation.
Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, specifications, DFMEAs, and risk assessments.
Engage with customers to understand requirements and apply emerging technologies where appropriate.
Assist programme management activities, including estimating, planning, dependency management and progress tracking.