Posted: 18 June
The role
Airworthiness Engineer Wimborne, Dorset
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Aerospace & Defence
Airworthiness | Certification | Regulatory Compliance
Permanent | Full-Time
Help Certify the Next Generation of Aerospace Capability
We're supporting a globally recognised aerospace and defence organisation that designs and manufactures some of the world's most advanced air-to-air refuelling systems, refuelling probes, launch systems and defensive aids equipment. For over 80 years, the business has delivered mission-critical technology to military and defence customers across the globe, supporting some of the most advanced fixed and rotary-wing aircraft programmes in operation today. As part of continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their Office of Airworthiness with the appointment of an Airworthiness Engineer.This is an excellent opportunity to work at the forefront of aerospace innovation, ensuring cutting-edge systems meet the highest standards of safety, certification and regulatory compliance.
The Opportunity
As an Airworthiness Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring products, modifications and repairs comply with applicable airworthiness regulations and certification requirements. Working closely with Design, Systems Safety, Operations and Engineering teams, you'll support the approval and certification of complex aerospace systems across a highly regulated environment. The role offers exposure to a broad range of airworthiness activities spanning UK MAA DAOS, UK CAA Part 21G, Part 145 and EASA-approved environments, providing an excellent platform for both professional development and long-term career progression. Depending on your experience, there will also be opportunities to mentor and support the development of junior engineers within the wider team.
Key Responsibilities Support the certification and regulatory compliance of aerospace products, modifications and repairs
Prepare, review and maintain certification documentation and compliance evidence
Ensure designs meet applicable airworthiness regulations, standards and customer requirements
Conduct airworthiness reviews, inspections and compliance assessments
Provide technical guidance on certification and regulatory matters to engineering and operational teams
Liaise with regulatory authorities, customers and external stakeholders where required
Maintain accurate certification and airworthiness records
Support continuous improvement initiatives across airworthiness and compliance processes
Work closely with Design Assurance and Systems Safety teams to ensure robust compliance throughout the product lifecycle
What We're Looking For: We're interested in hearing from candidates with experience in: Airworthiness Engineering
Aerospace Certification
Design Assurance
Regulatory Compliance
Safety-Critical Aerospace Engineering
You should also have: Knowledge of aerospace regulatory frameworks such as EASA, UK CAA and/or UK MAA
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
The ability to work within highly regulated engineering environments
A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
Desirable Experience: Part 21 and/or Part 145 environments
Defence or military aerospace programmes
Certification documentation and regulatory approvals
Systems Safety activities
Design Assurance processes
Qualifications Degree qualified in Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline preferred
Candidates with equivalent industry experience will also be considered
What's On Offer? Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible working arrangements
Structured training and professional development
Exposure to advanced aerospace and defence programmes
Long-term career progression opportunities
Collaborative and highly technical engineering environment
Opportunity to work alongside recognised experts in airworthiness, certification and systems safety
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to work on technology that directly supports military and defence operations worldwide. Whether you're looking to build on your existing airworthiness experience or take the next step in your career, you'll be joining a business that invests heavily in its people, engineering capability and future technologies. xsngvjr If you're passionate about aerospace safety, certification and compliance, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note: Due to the nature of the work, successful applicants will be working with US ITAR-controlled technology, goods and information and may be subject to additional screening as part of the recruitment process.
