Senior Avionic Design Engineer

Senior Avionics Design Engineer

Role Overview

Lead the design and integration of avionics systems, translating customer requirements into compliant, certifiable solutions. Support ongoing airworthiness and apply systems engineering methods throughout the design lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage avionics activities within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Capture and translate customer requirements into effective designs
• Define system concepts and oversee integration through to detailed design
• Ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements
• Produce technical documentation and support certification processes
• Conduct design reviews and present solutions to stakeholders
• Support risk management and resolve technical challenges
• Assist production, testing (ground/flight), and analysis activities
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and best practices

Skills & Experience

• Strong avionics engineering background (rotary-wing desirable)
• Knowledge of certification standards (e.g. FAR/CS 27/29, Part-21J)
• Experience with systems engineering, safety analysis, and CAD tools
• Familiarity with design lifecycle and configuration management tools

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent
• Working towards or holding professional accreditation

Additional Requirements

• Eligible for security clearance
• Right to work in the UK
• Willing to travel as required

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension
• Private medical insurance
• Bonus and share schemes
• Employee purchase and wellbeing programmes