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.

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. 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

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Posted: December 11th, 2025