This role is pivotal within the business and within the program(s) they are assigned to. The Technical Lead carries the authority to decide the technical direction taken by a project and leads the technical team by determining the technical scope of work content, working closely in collaboration with the Program Manager and the Discipline Leads while maintaining alignment to the Chief Engineer's advisory office.
Responsibilities
* Lead the technical execution of demonstration rig projects from requirements gathering to final delivery, ensuring performance, safety, and quality targets are met.
* Guide the design of mechanical structures, fluid systems, electrical/electronic controls, and instrumentation for rigs.
* Oversee and review CAD models, analysis models, detailed drawings, wiring diagrams, assembly instructions, and BOMs, to ensure compliance with relevant aerospace standards and customer specifications.
* Provide leadership function and/or support for build, commissioning, and troubleshooting of rigs on-site or at customer locations.
* Mentor junior engineers and coordinate cross-functional teams.
* Manage technical documentation, including design reports, validation plans, and test procedures.
* Own the delivery of the program scope of work (in conjunction with the respective PM).
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree or higher in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical degree.
* Must have experience of Gas Turbine Rigs from Concept to Design to Installation, for the whole engine.
* Proven experience in modelling & draughting the complex gas turbine components
* Proven experience in the design and development of rotating machinery test rigs or ground support equipment.
* Proficient with mechanical CAD design, analysis methods, manufacturing, assembly and instrumentation.
* Ability to lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis during commissioning and test phases.
* Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality systems is preferred.
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