Principal Mechanical Engineer

Piper Maddox; Wytham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering aviation company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their team developing next-generation electrified personal aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and over 3 years of experience in aerospace design. Responsibilities include developing CAD models, performing stress analyses, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. This role offers an opportunity to shape the future of sustainable flight in an innovation-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in aerospace, automotive, or high-performance mechanical design.
• Knowledge of lightweight structures, composites, and integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D CAD models and 2D drawings of components and assemblies.
• Perform stress analyses (FEA and hand calculations).
• Support prototyping, testing, and manufacturing transfer.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and airworthiness guidelines.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD (Siemens NX preferred)

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

3D CAD modeling

Job description

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Electrified Personal Aircraft

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a pioneering company developing next-generation electrified personal aircraft. You'll play a key role in designing structural, flight‑critical, and non‑flight hardware—contributing to the evolution of sustainable personal aviation.

Working in a fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environment, you'll be involved across the full lifecycle: from concept development and detailed design, through to testing, validation, and production handover.

What you’ll do:

• Develop 3D CAD models and 2D drawings of components and assemblies
• Perform stress analyses (FEA and hand calculations)
• Support prototyping, testing, and manufacturing transfer
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional engineering teams
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and airworthiness guidelines

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 3+ years' experience in aerospace, automotive, or high‑performance mechanical design
• Proficiency in CAD (Siemens NX preferred, or equivalent)
• Knowledge of lightweight structures, composites, and integration
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills

This is a chance to be part of a team shaping the future of flight. Apply here or get in contact to learn more