Mechanical Design Authority - Rocket Propulsion Systems £35,000 - £52,000 + bonus + excellent bens. Kidderminster (Hybrid available) We're supporting a highly innovative, international engineering organisation at the forefront of advanced propulsion systems, delivering complex, safety-critical products into the defence sector. Due to continued growth, they're looking to appoint a Mechanical Design Authority to join their Development team. This is a rare opportunity to work across the full engineering lifecycle on technically challenging, real-world applications. The Opportunity You'll play a key role in leading the design and development of complex mechanical systems, working from initial concept through to qualification, production and in-service support. This is a hands-on, multidisciplinary role offering exposure to a wide range of engineering principles and specialist areas. Key Responsibilities Lead design evolution activities to meet customer and programme requirements Approve production drawings and ensure manufacturability to relevant standards Own and deliver DFMEA activities and support design for manufacture/cost initiatives Specify and review structural, thermal and performance analyses Plan, manage and support trials including testing and validation activities Lead formal design reviews (PDR, CDR etc.) and ensure actions are closed out Produce technical documentation including specific...