R&D Technical Lead Engineer

Moog Controls Ltd.; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Generous pension contribution

Employee share options

Job summary

Moog Controls Ltd. is seeking a skilled Staff Project Engineer (R&D) in Tewkesbury. This hybrid role focuses on the design and integration of aerospace control components, project planning, and technical oversight within a collaborative team.

Candidates should have experience in the aerospace sector and be prepared to maintain BPSS security clearance throughout employment. This position includes a flexible benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven competence in aerospace sector design.
• Experience in project planning and execution.
• Knowledge of aerospace materials and machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate control components/systems.
• Manage project tasks, schedules, and technical oversight.
• Model performance using mathematical tools.

Skills

Aerospace design

Mathematical modeling

3D design

Mechatronic systems knowledge

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

MathCAD

Spice

FEA

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing.

Job Title: Staff Project Engineer (R&D)

Reporting To: Manager, Research & Development

Work Schedule: Hybrid – Tewkesbury, GBR

Responsibilities

• Electro‑mechanical, electro‑hydraulic and/or mechatronic control components/systems design and integration
• Project planning and execution including task definition, effort estimation, schedule management, and technical oversight of supporting technical staff in collaboration with the R&D Projects Manager
• Mathematical performance modelling using tools such as Spice, Excel, MathCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, and FEA
• 3D design and 2D drawing creation for aerospace components
• Application of aerospace materials knowledge and understanding of their properties
• Knowledge of common machining and fabrication processes
• Development of assembly techniques and associated tooling
• Development of qualification test methods and execution of qualification tests
• Compilation of clear and concise analysis and test reports, and review/approval of those produced by technical staff
• Aerospace configuration control and quality system adherence
• Presentation of technical detail to the customer
• Maintain personal integrity, objectivity and honesty in all professional activities
• Occasional overseas travel may be required

Qualifications

• Proven competence, experience and initiative within the aerospace sector in disciplines listed above
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained throughout employment

Benefits

• Moog named to Glassdoor’s 2026 Best Places to Work
• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options and EV charging facilities
• Security Clearance requirements as stated: BPSS clearance required