Mechanical Design Development Engineer

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join our client's rapidly expanding team as a Design Development Engineer within the Fluidic Controls product line. You will play a critical role in serving our international customer base by designing, developing, and industrializing fluidic control solutions for various space-based propulsion applications. As part of our commitment to your growth, you'll have the chance to shape this role and develop skills to advance your career within our business.,

• Designing fluid system components, including electro-mechanical valves and mechanisms.


• Full participation in customer programs as a designated development engineer.


• Creating assembly and test procedures for development and qualification hardware.


• Generating technical documentation adhering to company and customer Quality standards.


• Providing input in engineering design in compliance with Quality standards AS9100 and ISO9001.


• Generating design and compliance documents using CAD, finite element, and/or data acquisition packages.


• Supporting the company's commitment to safe working practices, both on-site and in design principles.


• Assisting with related engineering activities, such as propulsion systems and chemical rocket engine developments.
  
  A Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering degree (minimum 2:1).


• At least 2 years' post-qualification experience in the space industry.


• Proficiency in CAD (PTC Creo preferred) for 3D modeling.


• Experience in structural analysis using FE software for static and dynamic analysis.


• Knowledge of test rig design, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.


• Effective stakeholder management skills.


• Strong IT proficiency (Microsoft suite).


• Familiarity with aerospace product design, manufacture, and testing.


• Understanding of valve, mechanism, or propulsion designs.


• Experience with documentation management and control.


• Excellent problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis.


• Ability to set and achieve objectives within deadlines and budgets.


• Knowledge of clean room practices and equipment.


• Strong understanding of safe working practices, including high-pressure gas systems.
  
  Our client is a leading global innovator in the defence and aerospace sector, renowned for their cutting-edge technologies and commitment to sustainability. They focus on groundbreaking projects that enhance global security, contribute to environmentally friendly solutions, and foster career advancement in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. This respected organisation values professional growth and offers opportunities to significantly impact the industry and the world.
  
  Competitive market salary with bonus potential and a matched 5% pension contribution.


• Life Assurance cover with defined death-in-service benefit.


• Enhanced sick pay and provision for long-term ill-health and free on-site parking.


• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.


• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).


Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£48,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme


Benefits:

• Company pension


• Free parking


• Life insurance


• On-site parking


• Sick pay


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday