Weights Engineers x 2 - Aerospace
Posted a week ago by Matchtech
As a Weights Engineer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary airframe team consisting of designers, aerodynamicists, materials specialists, manufacturing engineers, and structures engineers. Your role will involve supporting and managing work plans, contributing your expertise to the decision-making process, and actively participating in the development and deployment of discipline capabilities.
About the client
BAE - Military, Air & Information (MAI) is a renowned company in the defence industry. They specialize in providing cutting-edge solutions for military applications, including airframe design and development. Joining their team will provide you with valuable experience and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects within the industry.
Key Responsibilities
Utilize your expertise in aircraft structure and systems Weights Engineering processes and methods
- Assess early lifecycle weight, centre of gravity, and inertia properties
- Manage weight targets and ensure compliance
- Communicate effectively with superiors, peers, subordinates, and key stakeholders
- Work in multidisciplinary teams and navigate conflicting engineering priorities
Job Requirements
- Degree/HND/HNC in a STEM subject or equivalent professional qualifications
- Significant experience in Weights Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Airframe-related disciplines
- Strong knowledge of aircraft structure and systems
- Excellent communication skills
- Logical and organized approach to work
The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and carrying out engineering tasks within their span of responsibility, collaborating with their line manager to establish efficient work plans, ensuring technical quality, and delivering projects on time and within budget. They will actively contribute to the development of Weights Engineering toolsets and processes within the discipline capability development framework.
If you are an experienced Weights Engineer looking for a challenging role within the defence industry, apply now to join our team.
- Type:
- Contract
- Start Date:
- May 24
- Contract Length:
- 12 months +
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- Job Reference:
- 569787_1713377719
- Job ID:
- 221492554
- Applications:
- Less than 10
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