Wing Design Engineer

Carbon60 - Eng&Tech; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering firm based in the United Kingdom is looking for a Wing Design Engineer to contribute to innovative aerospace projects in Filton. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing structural design compliance and leading a team of designers. Ideal applicants possess extensive experience in wing structure design and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships for timely project delivery. This position offers an engaging work environment focused on engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in wing structure design.
• Ability to make decisions in a complex network of stakeholders.
• Strong track record of engineering improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver change through Mod opening and DFM release.
• Provide design leadership to internal and external designers.
• Ensure effective governance of design reviews.

Skills

Wing structure design

Stakeholder management

Lean Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Carbon60 is seeking a talented Wing Design Engineer to play a crucial role in the development of cutting‑edge aerospace projects. This Wing Design Engineer position is working for a client of ours based in Filton.

As the Wing Design Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the structural design meets program airworthiness and product requirements. You will define, deliver, and enable technical studies, trades, and investigations to ensure the delivery of technical solutions in accordance with relevant design methods and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Support identification, management, and delivery of change through Mod opening, DFM release, and Stage 3 Closure of Mods on time, to cost, and quality
• Provide design leadership of internal and external designers within the team and ownership of Lean Engineering improvements, including ‘Right First Time’ and Lead Time Reduction
• Ensure effective organization and governance of design & maturity reviews in line with the company’s policies, processes, and practices

Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated experience in wing structure design and as part of a design team to support approval and authorisation
• Ability to make or influence decisions in a complex network of stakeholders and customers, enabling right‑first‑time delivery and achieving planned milestones
• Strong track record of matur...