Repairs Design Engineer

Carbon 60; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services provider is seeking an experienced Repairs Engineer in Filton for a long-term contract role. You will evaluate structural damage on aircraft, provide repair support, and liaise with customers. The ideal candidate has proficiency in aircraft structures (especially Airbus), expertise in repair principles, and excellent problem-solving skills. This position allows for hybrid working after settling in, with a requirement of 60% onsite presence.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in aircraft structures, especially Airbus.
• Expertise in both metallic and composite structural repair principles.
• In-depth knowledge of materials used in aircraft repair.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate customer requests regarding structural damage on aircraft.
• Describe actions needed to repair aircraft via Structural Repair Instructions.
• Provide Structural Repair Support addressing complex issues.
• Investigate previous repair cases to ensure consistent support.
• Liaise with customers and stakeholders effectively.
• Assist in creating and refining generic repair procedures.
• Ensure all repairs meet regulatory and safety standards.

Skills

Proficiency in aircraft structures

Expertise in aircraft structural repair principles

In-depth knowledge of metallic and composite materials

Familiarity with non-destructive testing methods

Excellent customer orientation

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork skills

Proficiency in English and Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an experienced Repair Design Engineer looking to contribute your expertise within the dynamic aviation industry? Our client is seeking a talented Repairs Engineer to join their team in Filton, on a long term contract.

Key Responsibilities of the Repairs Engineer:

• Evaluate daily customer requests regarding structural damage on in‑service aircraft
• Describe all actions needed to repair aircraft via Structural Repair Instructions
• Provide Structural Repair Support, utilising your technical expertise to address complex issues
• Investigate and identify similar previous repair cases to ensure consistent, well‑informed support
• Liaise effectively with internal and external customers and stakeholders
• Assist in creating and refining generic repair procedures to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency
• Ensure all structural repairs meet stringent regulatory and safety standards

To excel in this Repairs Engineer role, you will possess:

• Proficiency in aircraft structures, with a focus on Airbus structures
• Expertise in aircraft structural repair principles, both metallic and composite
• In-depth knowledge of metallic and composite materials
• Familiarity with non‑destructive testing methods
• Proficiency in English and Microsoft Office
• Excellent customer orientation, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills

Due to this position being a contract role, there are both PAYE and Umbrella rates available. Once settled into the role you will be able to go onto hybrid working where you will be required onsite 60% of the time.

If you are interested in this role, please apply with an updated CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.