Mechanical Design Engineer, Aircraft Structures

Mechanical Design Engineer, Aircraft Structures
Glos. Permanent. Excellent salary and benefits package. You must be eligible to work in the UK and be fluent in spoken and written English. 

Our Client is a well established leader in the field of aviation support services, financially sound with a diverse customer base involving many long term contracts, seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to provide leadership, direction and control of the Mechanical design functions and maintain compliance with EASA and CAA regulations. Degree or HND/C in an aeronautical or mechanical engineering or related discipline. A solid background in aircraft design. Apprenticeship or shop-floor experience in an aviation environment. Familiarity with airworthiness regulations. 

Ability to take a global view of each task and to recognise the broader implications of design decisions. Computer literate, especially CAD. Good organisational skills. Willingness to interact with people. Design and draw mechanical and structural aspects of aircraft modifications with particular emphasis on quality and timescales. Check mechanical and structural drawings produced by other designers or draughtsmen. Create and maintain close and effective liaison between the mechanical and systems design functions. 

Create and maintain close and effective liaison between the Design Office and the Production Department. Ensure that high standards of airworthiness and engineering practice are promoted and maintained within the Design Office. Ensure compliance with the requirements of the Company's Design Office Handbook and other Company design and drawing standards. Shop floor liaison with regard to manufacturing and installation relating to mechanical design, fault diagnosis and component queries.