Lead Engineer
Core
Lead/Senior Engineer responsible for delivering complex technical programmes in flight control systems, acting as the engineering focal point for multidisciplinary teams.
Role type
Lead/Senior Mechanical/Systems Engineer (Aerospace)
Builds
High-performance actuation and control solutions for commercial and military aircraft
Domain
Aerospace, Flight Control Systems, Actuation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical/hydraulic systems expertise, actuation design, stress analysis, new product development lifecycle management, aerospace regulations knowledge, engineering documentation, complex problem-solving, team leadership, mentoring
Preferred skills
MRB and Engineering Order processes familiarity, coaching and team development experience, commercial awareness, continuous improvement mindset
Technologies
MRB processes, Engineering Order processes
Responsibilities
Act as primary technical focal point for engineering programmes including customer engagement, lead and contribute to engineering design and development, plan and deliver engineering work within constraints, provide technical leadership and guidance, review and resolve complex technical issues, oversee preparation of engineering documentation, drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, support new product development from concept to introduction, liaise with cross-functional teams, contribute to team development and mentoring, support compliance with aerospace standards and certification
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with potential team leadership
