Principal Engineer

Matchtech; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Principal Engineer in Egham, Surrey. You're invited to lead innovative projects and strategic developments in aerospace seating systems, working in a collaborative environment. This role offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to drive significant technical advancements in the industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

39-hour work week with early finish on Fridays

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Solid background in aerospace or related engineering field.
• Experience managing complex technical projects.
• Familiarity with CAD systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal development projects in aviation seating systems.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver engineering solutions.
• Approve designs and certifications.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Strategy

CAD Systems

Certification Processes

Communication

Education

Background in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Principal Engineer
Location: Egham, Surrey
Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE
Hours: 39 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 8:00am-5:00pm, Fri 8:00am-1:00pm)

Key skills required for this role

Principal Engineer

Important

Principal Engineer

Job Title: Principal Engineer
Location: Egham, Surrey
Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE
Hours: 39 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 8:00am-5:00pm, Fri 8:00am-1:00pm)
We're not just another engineering firm - we're a world leader in commercial and military aircraft crew seating. We operate 24/7 across the globe, supporting airlines and operators with AOG response, spares, repair services, and technical expertise.
We're now looking for a Principal Engineer to join our engineering team in Egham. This is a key role in leading the technical and strategic development of our next-generation aerospace seating and systems - a perfect opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take on more responsibility and make a real impact.

What You'll Do:

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  Lead internal development projects that push the boundaries of aircraft seating and systems
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  Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver innovative engineering solutions
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  Drive technical strategy and help shape our long-term R&D roadmap
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  Approve detailed designs, certification packages, and CAD outputs using our PLM systems
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  Mentor and coordinate engineers working on cutting-edge programmes
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  Represent the engineering team in customer and supplier meetings
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  Support certification, qualification testing, and Airworthiness Authority submissions
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  Champion safety, compliance, and continuous improvement within the department

What You'll Bring:

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  A solid background in aerospace or a related engineering field
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  Experience managing complex technical projects from concept through to delivery
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  Familiarity with CAD systems and data management tools
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  A strong grasp of certification and qualification processes
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  Confident communicator and team coordinator, with a proactive mindset
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  A passion for innovation and high engineering standards

Why Join Us?

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  Be part of a globally recognised aerospace innovator
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  Work on industry-leading products used in commercial, military, and VIP aircraft
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  Competitive salary up to £55,000 DOE
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  39-hour week with early finish every Friday (1pm)
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  Collaborative, hands-on team with a focus on quality and technical excellence

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