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Vacancy Reference: CLA-340
Position: Full-time [Part-time]
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK
Salary Range: £60-65,000 per annum depending on relevant experience
At Callen-Lenz, we are expanding the limits of what is possible. We specialise in crewed and uncrewed aircraft operations and technology. Having recently received investment, we are experiencing rapid growth and are looking for key roles to support this expansion. We offer innovative UAS solutions through our technical services, products, platforms, and operational services. Join us to be at the forefront of UAS development in the UK.
Our Values:
* Teamwork
* Commitment
* Initiative
* Creativity
* Agility
* Integrity
* Enjoyment
Why Work for Us:
Based in rural Wiltshire near Salisbury, you'll join a friendly, multi-disciplinary team working on diverse projects, leading in this exciting field and witnessing the full lifecycle of our products. We are passionate and looking for individuals to grow with us as we expand into aerospace.
Our benefits include:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Buy/Sell holiday policy
* Pension via Royal London
* Share Incentive Plan
* Green Car Scheme
* Life assurance (6x salary)
* Income protection (75% salary)
* Private health & dental insurance
* Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
* Professional membership reimbursement
* Volunteering day
* Financial advice access
* Training & development opportunities
About The Role:
As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, reporting to a Team Leader, you will lead multidisciplinary teams to solve complex design and integration problems, taking ownership of capability development and continuous improvement activities within the department.
Your responsibilities include:
* Leading air vehicle design, integration, and testing activities
* Mentoring junior staff
* Managing requirements and solutions development
* Leading design reviews and maintaining configuration management
* Supporting manufacturing and supply chain activities
* Planning and executing testing activities
* Championing safety and quality improvements
* Supporting project resourcing and recruitment
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Science
Skills & Competencies:
Must possess project ownership, technical leadership, mentoring, problem-solving, experience with CAD (SolidWorks or similar), design for manufacture, and excellent communication skills. Experience in aerospace standards, systems engineering, and composite materials is desirable.
Callen-Lenz is an equal opportunities employer. Candidates must have UK work permission. Security vetting and compliance with export restrictions are required.
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