Aircraft Design Engineer

Buzz2bucks; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology firm is seeking engineers to work on a groundbreaking project focused on highly energy-efficient aircraft for long-distance air travel. The role involves conceptual design, managing the design repository, and guiding a team in developing new airframe technology. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in aircraft design, with a proven track record and hands-on testing experience. Join this innovative team committed to revolutionizing aviation.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in aircraft design including aerodynamics and structures.
• 3+ years of experience in aircraft technology and design.
• Proven track record in designing aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual design activities on a novel aircraft concept.
• Manage the design repository and digital twin of the new aircraft.
• Guide engineering activities to de-risk new airframe technology.

Skills

Aircraft design fundamentals

Aerodynamics

Flight dynamics

Hands-on experience in testing

Software experience with 3DX, CATIA

Tools

Solid Works

NX

Matlab

Python

Ansys

Job description

Overview

London based technology innovator and several partners are working in stealth mode to advance the design of a disruptive, highly energy efficient aircraft for long-distance air travel.

By joining this project, you will become part of a world-class team of engineers committed to achieve the biggest leap in aviation since the introduction of the jet engine.

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual design activities on a novel aircraft concept (evaluation of performance requirements, aircraft synthesis and optimization, weight assessment, aerodynamic analysis, engine and landing gear integration, flight dynamics assessment)
• Manage the design repository and digital twin of a new aircraft concept
• Guide engineering activities of team members, partners, and consultants to de-risk a new airframe technology

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in aircraft design (aerodynamics, structures, flight dynamics and control, propulsion, performance, requirements and regulation)
• 3+ years of professional experience in aircraft technology and design
• Proven track record in designing aircraft
• Hands on experience (windtunnel testing, scaled flight testing)
• Software experience: 3DX, CATIA, Solid Works, NX, Matlab, Python, CFD tools (Ansys, VLM methods), FE tools (Nastran, Patran)