Design Structures Authoriser

Efbq; Chester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace organization in Chester is seeking a Design Structures Authoriser to join their Wing Plant Engineering Team. The role involves leading design solutions and authorising modifications while ensuring adherence to airworthiness standards. Candidates should possess a solid background in structural design and recognised design signatory delegation. This position offers a flexible working pattern and the opportunity to impact production quality and safety significantly.

Benefits

Flexible working pattern

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in structural design within aerospace or a related industry.
• Recognised design signatory delegation (Design Approval/Authorisation).
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and authorise design solutions for major/minor modifications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering team members.
• Ensure design standards are met across functions.
• Act as a design authorisation signatory and focal point for technical governance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Structural design experience

Leadership capabilities

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

Design Structures Authoriser - Airbus, Broughton

Location: Broughton (on-site requirement)

Pay Rate: £39.30 PAYE or £52.00 Umbrella

Hours: 35 hours/week (4.5 days between 7am-7pm)

Security Clearance: BPSS+ (handled by Airbus Security)

IR35 Status: Inside

Overview

Join Airbus' Wing Plant Engineering Team (PET) as a Design Structures Authoriser and play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality design support to the Broughton manufacturing plant. You'll be part of a fast-paced, collaborative team that drives engineering excellence and supports production through innovative design solutions. This role is ideal for someone with strong structural design experience and an industry-recognised design signatory delegation (Design Approval/Authorisation). You'll be leading investigations, authorising design modifications, and mentoring engineering colleagues—all while ensuring airworthiness and safety standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Lead and authorise design solutions for major/minor modifications and design query notes.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering team members.
• Ensure design standards are met and solutions are fully integrated across functions.
• Act as a design authorisation signatory and focal point for technical governance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team efficiency and capability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including CVE, Chief Engineer, Configuration Management, and Programme Teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in structural design within aerospace or a related industry.
• Recognised design signatory delegation (Design Approval/Authorisation).
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a world-leading aerospace organisation.
• Work on cutting-edge engineering projects that shape the future of aviation.
• Enjoy a flexible working pattern and a supportive team environment.
• Make a real impact on production quality, efficiency, and safety.

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