Design Engineer – Aircraft Structures; eVTOL

Design Engineer – Aircraft Structures (eVTOL)
📍 Bristol (Hybrid Working Available)
💰 £70,000 – £90,000 Basic Salary + Benefits

Our client, an innovative aerospace organisation at the forefront of next-generation electric aviation, is seeking an experienced Aircraft Structures Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team in Bristol.

This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge eVTOL aircraft, supporting the design of primary and secondary structures including wing, empennage and fuselage assemblies. You will play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable aviation.

The Role

Responsibilities:

* Design and develop composite and metallic aircraft structures

* Create and validate 3D model-based definitions within CATIA V5 / 3

DEXPERIENCE

* Work within digital mock-up (DMU) environments

* Collaborate with systems integration teams to ensure structural compatibility

* Produce engineering drawings and manufacturing data for production release

* Support certification activities (FAA / EASA standards desirable)

* Generate ECNs and technical documentation

* Participate in customer reviews and programme gate reviews

* Deliver engineering solutions to demanding programme schedules

This role will involve a mix of office-based and on-site work depending on project requirements.

About You

Essential

Skills & Experience:

* Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

* 6–10 years’ experience in aircraft structural design (eVTOL experience advantageous)

* Some team leadership experience is highly beneficial

* Experience designing primary and secondary structures (Wing, Empennage, Fuselage)

* Strong hands-on experience with CATIA V5 and 3

DEXPERIENCE

* CPD (Composites Design
3) and Fibersim experience

* Knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis

* Experience using PLM systems (Windchill preferred)

* Good understanding of composite and metallic aerospace materials and manufacturing processes

* Familiarity with certification standards (FAA / EASA desirable)

* Strong communication skills and ability to work within integrated project teams

What’s On Offer

* £70,000 – £90,000 basic salary (depending on experience)

* Competitive benefits package

* Hybrid working model

* Opportunity to work on revolutionary aerospace technology

* Long-term programme stability in a high-growth sector

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