Programme Manager

Rolls-royce; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Technical Lead - Rig Design to oversee the design of mechanical structures and fluid systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and proven experience with gas turbine rigs. Responsibilities include leading design efforts, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including private medical insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Pension

Private medical insurance

Death in service insurance

Income protection

Employee share-purchase plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with gas turbine rigs from concept to installation.
• Proven modeling and drafting experience for complex gas turbine components.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of mechanical structures and fluid systems.
• Oversee CAD models and detailed drawings for compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate cross-sectional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical CAD design

Troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Title

Technical Lead - Rig Design

Employment Type

Permanent

Location

Derby, UK (Onsite)

Industry

Aerospace

Role Overview

This role is pivotal within the business and within the program(s) to which the technical lead is assigned. The Technical Lead carries the authority to decide the technical direction taken by a project and leads the technical team by determining the scope of work content. The role works closely with the Program Manager and the Discipline Leads, maintaining alignment with the Chief Engineer’s advisory office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of mechanical structures, fluid systems, electrical/electronic controls, and instrumentation for rigs.
• Oversee and review CAD models, analysis models, detailed drawings, wiring diagrams, assembly instructions, and BOMs to ensure compliance with relevant aerospace standards and customer specifications.
• Provide leadership during build, commissioning, and troubleshooting of rigs on-site or at customer locations.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate cross‑functional teams.
• Manage technical documentation, including design reports, validation plans, and test procedures.
• Own the delivery of the program scope of work in collaboration with the Program Manager.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical degree.
• Experience with gas turbine rigs from concept to design to installation across the whole engine.
• Proven experience modelling and drafting complex gas turbine components.
• Proven experience in the design and development of rotating machinery test rigs or ground support equipment.
• Proficiency with mechanical CAD design, analysis methods, manufacturing, assembly, and instrumentation.
• Ability to lead troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis during commissioning and testing.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality systems is preferred.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary
• Holidays (25 days per year plus bank holidays)
• Pension
• Private medical insurance
• Death in service insurance
• Income protection
• Employee share‑purchase plan
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme