Senior Avionics Mechanical Engineer — Hybrid, 9‑Day Fortnight

General Dynamics Missions System International; Hastings; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to develop next-generation avionics systems. The role involves providing technical leadership, ensuring design assurance, and producing detailed CAD designs. The successful candidate will have experience in mechanical design, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and proficiency in CAD tools. This position offers a starting salary between £45,600 and £57,000 with a flexible benefits package, and the opportunity for hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Compressed nine-day fortnight

Personalized career development plan

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in mechanical design, particularly in avionics systems.
• Ability to perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using Creo Simulate.
• Knowledge of BS8888 standards for technical product documentation and specification.

Responsibilities

• Develop next-generation avionics systems focusing on mechanical aspects.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior mechanical engineers.
• Produce detailed CAD designs and manage configuration including complete BoM generation.

Skills

Mechanical design expertise

Proficiency in CAD software (Creo Parametric)

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

Leadership and mentoring skills

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo Parametric

Creo Simulate

Flotherm XT

Job description

A leading aerospace engineering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to develop next-generation avionics systems. The role involves providing technical leadership, ensuring design assurance, and producing detailed CAD designs. The successful candidate will have experience in mechanical design, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and proficiency in CAD tools. This position offers a starting salary between £45,600 and £57,000 with a flexible benefits package, and the opportunity for hybrid working arrangements.