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Lead design engineer (aviation)

Dursley
Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Design engineer
€58,500 a year
Posted: 28 March
Offer description

£55,000 - £62,000 + Progression + Bespoke Software Training + Unlimited Overtime + Mon-Fri

Dursley

Are you a Lead Design Engineer from an aviation or automotive background or similar looking to join a rapidly growing company, where you will be a technical expert in a niche sector of the aviation industry, offering further progression to a team leader within 2 years?

In this role you will be responsible for the reverse engineering of Merlin and Griffon engines used in Spitfires and Hurricanes for the RAF. You will use their bespoke CAD system NX for stripping surveys to examine what components need to be manufactured as well as stress testing and calculations on steel work.

This company has been operating for over 4 decades and has expanded rapidly, growing its design team from 2 to 16 in 2 years, and currently employs 50 staff. It is nationally renowned for its high-quality work within this niche sector of the aviation industry and showcases its excellence at the Battle of Britain memorial each year.


The Role

* Reverse Engineering of Merlin and Griffon Engines
* Perform stripping surveys to assess components for design and manufacture
* Stress testing and calculations on steel work
* Mon-Fri, 8-5, 40 hrs per week with unlimited optional overtime


The Person

* Lead Design Engineer with aviation/automotive background or similar
* Looking to progress into a team leader position within 2 years

Reference number BBBH 24509a

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent upon the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

If you are interested, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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