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Job Title: Principal Engineer
Location: Egham, Surrey
Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE
Hours: 39 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 8:00am-5:00pm, Fri 8:00am-1:00pm)
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Job Title: Principal Engineer
Location: Egham, Surrey
Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE
Hours: 39 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 8:00am-5:00pm, Fri 8:00am-1:00pm)
We're not just another engineering firm - we're a world leader in commercial and military aircraft crew seating. We operate 24/7 across the globe, supporting airlines and operators with AOG response, spares, repair services, and technical expertise.
We're now looking for a Principal Engineer to join our engineering team in Egham. This is a key role in leading the technical and strategic development of our next-generation aerospace seating and systems - a perfect opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take on more responsibility and make a real impact.
What You'll Do:
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Lead internal development projects that push the boundaries of aircraft seating and systems
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Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver innovative engineering solutions
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Drive technical strategy and help shape our long-term R&D roadmap
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Approve detailed designs, certification packages, and CAD outputs using our PLM systems
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Mentor and coordinate engineers working on cutting-edge programmes
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Represent the engineering team in customer and supplier meetings
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Support certification, qualification testing, and Airworthiness Authority submissions
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Champion safety, compliance, and continuous improvement within the department
What You'll Bring:
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A solid background in aerospace or a related engineering field
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Experience managing complex technical projects from concept through to delivery
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Familiarity with CAD systems and data management tools
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A strong grasp of certification and qualification processes
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Confident communicator and team coordinator, with a proactive mindset
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A passion for innovation and high engineering standards
Why Join Us?
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Be part of a globally recognised aerospace innovator
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Work on industry-leading products used in commercial, military, and VIP aircraft
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Competitive salary up to £55,000 DOE
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39-hour week with early finish every Friday (1pm)
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Collaborative, hands-on team with a focus on quality and technical excellence
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