Mechanical Systems Engineer

Mechanical Systems Engineer - Senior/Aviation required for a leading global defence company based at Boscombe Down. To provide specialist technical mechanical systems support, advice, management and leadership, and be responsible for the safe and effective conduct of specific test and evaluation tasks, of associated aircraft systems (primarily heavy aircraft type) and associated role equipment, meeting customer requirements, and in accordance with local work instructions.

Experience & Knowledge:

Must have:

. Knowledge and understanding of Aircraft Systems and general aircraft operation

. Sound knowledge in the Mechanical Systems Specialist Technical area

. Technical experience throughout the air vehicle life cycle

. Ability to make sound Technical judgements in the Mechanical Systems specialist area

Ideally would have:

. Knowledge and understanding of Military Aircraft Systems and general aircraft operation

. Knowledge and previous experience with, depending on position employed for:

. Heavy aircraft (eg C-130, A400, VC10)

. Helicopters (eg Merlin, Chinook)

. Combat Air (eg Typhoon, Tornado or similar)

. A sound understanding of evaluation and test methodology

. Customer interface experience in an Aerospace organisation

. Supplier interface experience in an Aerospace organisation

. Sound knowledge of Technical Governance

. Accountability for authorising Specialist Technical input to aircraft safety

Skillsthe job holder must be able to communicate clearly and unambiguously with customers and staff and check understanding

. Knowledge of Health & Safety, Environment and Quality policies and Procedures

Ideally would have:

. HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical/Aeronautical Engineering (or equivalent experience)

. Proven Technical Leadership to team/project members, and/or task Technical Manager

. A sound understanding of QinetiQ processes, Evalu8, RTS, etc.

. A knowledge of risk assessment and risk management