Principal Mechanical Engineer

Company: Piper Maddox
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Location: Oxford
Job Description:

Principal Mechanical Engineer – Electrified Personal Aircraft

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a pioneering company developing next‑generation electrified personal aircraft. You’ll play a key role in designing structural, flight‑critical, and non‑flight hardware—contributing to the evolution of sustainable personal aviation.

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.

Working in a fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environment, you’ll be involved across the full lifecycle: from concept development and detailed design, through to testing, validation, and production handover.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop 3D CAD models and 2D drawings of components and assemblies
  • Perform stress analyses (FEA and hand calculations)
  • Support prototyping, testing, and manufacturing transfer
  • Collaborate closely with cross‑functional engineering teams
  • Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and airworthiness guidelines

What We’re Looking For

  • Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • 3+ years’ experience in aerospace, automotive, or high‑performance mechanical design
  • Proficiency in CAD (Siemens NX preferred, or equivalent)
  • Knowledge of lightweight structures, composites, and integration
  • Strong communication and problem‑solving skills

This is a chance to be part of a team shaping the future of flight. xwzovoh Apply here or get in contact to learn more.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Posted: March 1st, 2026