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Location
Tewkesbury
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£400 - £425 per day, Benefits: Outside IR35
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Contact:
Justin Thornhill
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Contact email:
Justin.Thornhill@txmrecruit.co.uk
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Contact phone:
01332974922
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Job ref:
BH-83831
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Published:
9 days ago
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Duration:
6 Months Rolling
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Expiry date:
2025-04-16
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Startdate:
2025-03-17
Day Rate: Up to £425 Ltd
Duration: 6x Months Rolling
Location: Tewkesbury
Sector: Aerospace
Status: Outside IR35
Lead Innovation in Aerospace Product Development
Are you a highly skilled and experienced engineer with a passion for driving advanced product development in the aerospace industry? We are seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to take ownership of high-profile aerospace/military projects, leading the development of next-generation hydraulic components for both commercial and military aircraft.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a technically challenging environment where leadership, collaboration, and technical excellence are paramount. As a senior figure within the team, you will be instrumental in shaping development strategies, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring the successful execution of critical projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- End-to-End Product Development: Spearhead the design, development, and qualification of complex hydraulic components, driving innovation and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Strategic Risk Management: Lead and oversee FMEAs and risk mitigation strategies, ensuring robust and effective engineering solutions are implemented.
- Advanced Tooling & Manufacturing Support: Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to drive tooling development and procurement, optimizing processes for efficiency and quality.
- Technical Leadership & Documentation: Develop, review, and refine assembly instructions, production worksheets, and qualification reports, ensuring adherence to best practices and industry regulations.
- Analytical Performance Assessment: Conduct in-depth performance calculations and lead hydraulic testing, leveraging expertise in Mathcad Prime and other analytical tools.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as a key technical liaison across departments, ensuring seamless collaboration between design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams.
- Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
- Technical Expertise: Extensive experience in mechanical and hydraulic systems, with a strong grasp of electrical theory and the ability to interpret complex technical drawings.
- Strategic Problem-Solving: Proven ability to perform high-level FMEAs, develop sophisticated risk mitigation strategies, and lead design reviews with a solutions-oriented approach.
- Advanced Documentation & Reporting: Demonstrated proficiency in authoring technical reports (e.g., Similarity & Analysis reports, Development Test reports) and creating detailed assembly instructions.
- Software Proficiency: Expert-level competency in Microsoft Word, Mathcad Prime (including worksheet conversion from Mathcad 15 to Prime), and other engineering analysis tools.
- Influential Communication: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, drive project alignment, and influence decision-making.
This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of aerospace technology. If you're ready to lead groundbreaking projects and make a lasting impact in the industry, apply today to justin.thornhill@txmrecruit.co.uk or 07586 070554.
