Senior Design Engineer

• Leading the technical development of new interconnect products from concept through to production.
• Creating detailed 3D and 2D CAD designs using SolidWorks.
• Designing contacts, insulators, connectors, cables, latching mechanisms and other critical interconnect components.
• Conducting design reviews supported by engineering calculations, simulation, testing and research.
• Coordinating prototype builds with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and manufacturing scale-up.
• Developing test procedures and overseeing qualification testing.
• Performing DFMEA and risk assessments in accordance with AS9100 requirements.
• Providing technical support for existing product ranges and leading root cause investigations.
• Working closely with customers, suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions.

Are you an experienced Design Engineer with a passion for innovation and product development? Do you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and bringing cutting-edge products from concept to production?, * Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred).

• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience within Aerospace, Defence, Military or other high-reliability industries.
• Proven experience successfully bringing products from concept to market.
• Strong CAD experience, preferably SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of FEA tools such as ANSYS and Mold Flow analysis.
• Understanding of metallic and polymeric materials, coatings and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles relating to connectors, contacts and cable systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills., * Experience with coaxial, fibre optic and high-speed connector technologies.
• Understanding of RF design and signal transmission up to 40GHz.
• Hands-on rapid prototyping and product validation experience.
• Familiarity with PCB assembly, SMT processes and BGA applications.
• Knowledge of ISO9001 and AS9100 quality systems.
• Experience of DFMEA, Root Cause Analysis and risk management methodologies.
• Exposure to ESA, NASA or Defence product development programmes.
• Project management experience and the ability to manage multiple development activities simultaneously.

• Work on innovative technologies used in mission-critical applications.
• Be part of a collaborative international engineering team.
• Influence the development of next-generation aerospace and defence products.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Excellent opportunities for personal and professional development.