Senior Mechanical Engineer - Avionics Systems Lead

General Dynamics Corporation; Hastings; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Hastings seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to develop next-generation avionics systems. The role involves analyzing requirements and providing technical leadership. Candidates should have significant experience in mechanical design and proficiency in CAD software. The position offers a hybrid working environment, a starting salary of £45,600 to £57,000, and impressive benefits including career development plans and a nine-day fortnight.

Benefits

Compressed nine-day fortnight

Personalized career development plan

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in mechanical design, particularly in avionics systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software, specifically Creo Parametric.
• Knowledge of BS8888 standards for technical product documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop next-generation avionics systems, focusing on mechanical aspects.
• Analyse requirements, design and implement mechanical components.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical design

Proficiency in CAD software (Creo Parametric)

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

Leadership and mentoring

Problem-solving and analytical abilities

Effective communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo Parametric

Creo Simulate

Flotherm XT

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Hastings seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to develop next-generation avionics systems. The role involves analyzing requirements and providing technical leadership. Candidates should have significant experience in mechanical design and proficiency in CAD software. The position offers a hybrid working environment, a starting salary of £45,600 to £57,000, and impressive benefits including career development plans and a nine-day fortnight.