AEROSPACE SYSTEMS ENGINER

Woodford Engineering Consultancy offer system engineering consultancy to the global aerospace market. WEC work with some of the most prestigious aerospace companies in the world, and are currently recruiting to support our increasing work with a range of high profile customers, including Airbus UK, BAe Systems, Hybrid Air Vehicles and Airbus Helicopters.

WEC is a dynamic and growing company with a proud heritage firmly rooted in the British aerospace industry; our engineers have helped to shape the systems of some of the world’s most iconic aircraft from Concorde to the A350.

This is a rare opportunity to join a young, successful and growing firm, and make a real contribution to its development. At WEC, we assess employees on their own merit, so engineers can drive their own rate of progression. You will work on exciting and industry leading aircraft projects and technologies, whilst enjoying the flexibility of working for a small company.

THE ROLE

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing tasks through the development & certification process, in line with company and customer quality standards. Candidates must be proactive, organised, and capable of providing both technical management and inputs into effective project management. Activities undertaken may include: 

• Requirements management (Verification & Validation)
• Systems safety analysis
• Conducting architecture studies
• Coordinating and supporting systems testing
• Certification and qualification activities
• Providing in-service support
• Designing and coordinating modifications
• Conducting root cause investigations
• Data analysis and systems modelling

 ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE& EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of aircraft control & indication systems
• Familiarity with airworthiness requirements
• Experience in an aerospace systems engineering environment
• Experience of writing technical reports
• Knowledge of V&V process (experience of using DOORS desirable)

 DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE& EXPERIENCE:

• A degree in Engineering or similar education in a relevant field of studies
• Chartered Engineer status
• Knowledge of aircraft electrical systems
• Knowledge of ARINC databuses
• Knowledge of AFDX/IMA interfaces
• Knowledge of ARP 4754, DO178, DO254
• Experience of system safety analysis & software e.g. Fault Tree
• Experience of using modelling software packages, such as MatLab/Simulink & Flowmaster
• Knowledge of aircraft fuel, or landing gear systems

SALARY & BENEFITS:

£28-£42k DOE

In addition to the usual competitive package, WEC can also offer the successful candidate a healthy work/life balance with a family-friendly approach:

• Flexible start and finish times
• Time off in lieu of overtime
• Extremely generous holiday allowance: 29 days equivalent plus bank holidays
• Friendly and supportive working environment