Senior Mechanical Systems Design & Development Engineer - Part Camo

Virgin Atlantic; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 79,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Mechanical Systems Design & Development Engineer to join their expanding team. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide technical expertise for fleet maintenance and modifications within the aviation sector. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing aircraft performance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mechanical systems, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to safety. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration while making a significant impact on aircraft operations.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in Mechanical Systems within aviation.
• Thorough knowledge of CAA and EASA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Specification and implementation of fleet maintenance policies.
• Investigation of Mechanical Systems defects and corrective actions.

Skills

Mechanical Systems Design

Aviation Regulations Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree in Aeronautical Engineering

HND in Aviation Engineering

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Salary: Up to 79,570 per annum plus circa £3,000 in Design Authorisation Pay subject to design signatory experience.

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon - Fri 09:00 - 17:30

Location: Heathrow (at least one day per week) / Gatwick / Hybrid

In a nutshell

We’re seeking a talented and experienced Mechanical Systems Design & Development Engineer (Part CAMO) from the Airline/Aviation industry.

This is a Fleet Technical Management Senior Engineer role and a fantastic opportunity to join our expanding Mechanical Systems Engineering team, providing technical expertise in support of the Virgin Atlantic (VAA) Aircraft Fleet.

Day to day

You will be responsible for specification and implementation of fleet maintenance and modification policies, investigation of Mechanical Systems defects and formulation of corrective actions to maintain maximum safety, system integrity and reliability at optimum cost.

You will be providing both Line and Hangar Maintenance with solutions to tasks that are beyond the scope of those laid out in the readily available manuals. You will be responsible for the review of manufacturer’s, internal company, and regulatory requirements; making technical recommendations and implementing actions to ensure aircraft are compliant with regulations and perform to their optimum.

You will also be responsible for investigation of fleet wide defects and reliability issues together with the formulation of corrective actions to drive performance, maintain safety, compliance, reliability, and product delivery in a timely manner at optimum cost.

About you

We’re seeking a Part CAMO Senior Mechanical Systems Design & Development Engineer, with an airline/aviation background. Somebody who is innovative and places safety as their top priority.

We’re looking for candidates who already have several years’ experience in a very similar role, and hold a Degree/HND in an Aeronautical or Aviation Engineering related subject or a background as a licensed B1 Aircraft Engineer.

You will have broad technical experience with aircraft Mechanical Systems, gained within an airline or OEM engineering/field service department. Knowledge of CAA, EASA and other National Airworthiness Authority Regulations and experience of Part CAMO and Part 21.

You must be thorough, detailed and analytical in approach to work, with an ability to provide innovative solutions to problems.

You will have strong, demonstrable negotiation and interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communications skills.

You’ll need to be flexible, with the ability to adapt and respond to changing demands whilst working under pressure, working well on your own and in a team environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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