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Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer

Job Description - Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer

Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer

Exempt from IR35 Initial 6 months ASAP Start

Marlborough, Wiltshire

Our client, an innovative engineering organisation operating in the aerospace and advanced propulsion sector, is seeking a Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer to lead the development of cutting-edge propulsion solutions. This is a key technical leadership role with responsibility for propulsion system design, integration, testing and qualification across a range of technologies.

Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer

What You'll Do

Lead propulsion system development from concept through to qualification and in-service support.
Evaluate and integrate gas turbine, rocket, reciprocating engine, battery-electric and emerging propulsion technologies.
Own system requirements, architecture, interfaces, configuration control and technical baselines.
Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams covering structures, avionics, controls and software.
Lead testing activities, analyse results and resolve technical issues.
Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across projects. 

Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer

What You'll Bring

Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering or a related discipline.
Strong understanding of propulsion systems, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, combustion and/or electric drive technologies.
Proven experience delivering propulsion or complex aerospace systems through multiple lifecycle stages.
Strong systems engineering expertise including requirements management, verification and validation, interfaces and risk management.
Experience planning and leading complex testing programmes.
Competency with engineering analysis, modelling and CAD tools.
Ability to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. 

Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website. 

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