Advanced Design Engineer

Sora Aviation; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An aerospace company in Bristol is seeking an experienced design engineer to design the composite airframe for the S-1. The role involves leading CAD modelling of various structures and supporting the tooling and integration of systems. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and be proficient in CAD tools like 3DExperience. The company offers benefits such as free EV charging, a pension scheme, and 26 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Free EV Charging

Company pension scheme

26 days annual leave + option to buy an additional 5 days

Discounted gym membership on-site

New modern offices with onsite parking

Free monthly social events

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/ Aerospace Engineering or other relevant field.
• Knowledge of composite part design principles and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to apply inventive thinking to solve complex structural design challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead the detailed design and CAD modelling of the primary and secondary structures.
• Support the tooling and manufacturing design of prototype components.
• Support the integration of mechanical, electrical, and thermal systems onto the airframe.
• Support the design of other airframe assemblies.

Skills

CAD modelling

Composite part design principles

Inventive thinking

3DExperience

Education

Degree in Mechanical/ Aerospace Engineering

Job description

We are looking for an experienced design engineer to design the composite airframe for the S-1

LOCATION

Bristol, UK

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Permanent

What You’ll Do

Lead the detailed design and CAD modelling of the primary and secondary structures for the S-1.

Support the tooling and manufacturing design of prototype components for a flight test aircraft.

Support the integration of mechanical, electrical and thermal systems onto the S-1 airframe.

Support the design of other airframe assemblies such as landing gear and nacelles.

Who You Are

Degree in Mechanical/ Aerospace Engineering or other relevant field.

Knowledge of composite part design principles, composite tooling and manufacturing processes.

Ability to apply inventive thinking to solve complex structural design challenges

Proficient in CAD (preferably 3DExperience) including sketching, surfacing, 2D drawing and 3D modelling with appropriate GD&T.

What We Offer

Free EV Charging.

Company pension scheme.

26 days annual leave + option to buy an additional 5 days.

Discounted gym membership on-site.

New modern offices with onsite parking.

Free monthly social events.

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