Avionics Systems Design Engineer– Remote – 6 Month Contract (40 hours per week) - £63.40 per hour (Inside IR35) – SC Clearance
Our client supports the MOD in the design and modification of military aircraft and they are looking for an experienced Avionics Systems Design Engineer to join them on a contract basis.
The work to be undertaken is to collate, acquire and log design data and product conformity to enable successful test and certification of a wide range of aircraft modifications.
This role is suited to an aircraft Avionics Systems Engineer with experience in the integration and certification of aircraft avionic and electrical systems with Defence experience.
Working Patterns and location – This is a remote role with occasional travel to, Cheshire.
The Key Responsibilities of an Avionics Systems Design Engineer:
* Produce Avionics/Electrical Systems Designs for military aircraft.
* Liaise with modification Design Engineers to support the production of modification documentation.
* Identify, collate and reference design data through the project Windchill Product Data Management tool.
* Produce certification evidence forms and letters to allow modifications to be submitted for Certification Validation Engineer approval.
* Produce test documentation and other analyses/ reports.
* Produce modification control documentation.
* Ensure that all engineering activities undertaken are conducted in accordance with the client and site procedures that reflect best practice and is in accordance with the client and the relevant governance agencies procedures.
* Modifications include aircraft system configuration states, weight analysis, flammability test reporting and evidencing equipment declarations and production of certification letters.
Below is a list of Key Skills required for a Avionics Systems Design Engineer, however you will not be expected to have everything:
* Experience as an Avionic and/or Electrical Systems Engineer within a Military environment.
* Experience with the design, integration and certification of aircraft avionic and electrical systems within an aerospace design organisation.
* Understanding and experience of working to initial airworthiness regulations – e.g. FAA or EASA regulations: FAR 23, FAR 25, CS 23, CS 25, etc.
* Knowledge of military aircraft modification and certification processes e.g. DAOS, application of DEF-STAN.
* Use of electrical/wiring design tools and wiring diagram creation e.g. AutoCAD would be helpful.
Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs.
Please note
that the client has determined that the off-payroll working rules will apply to this assignment and therefore this contract will be run through an Umbrella Company. Income tax and primary national insurance contributions will be deducted at source from any payments made to the intermediary.
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