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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** RTX Corporation
- **Location:** Havant, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, 3d Models, 3D Printing, Computer-Aided Design, Adobe InDesign, Configuration Management, SolidWorks (CAD), Microsoft PowerPoint, Rapid Prototyping Process
- **Published:** September 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/4C48DDD3545044C9B46295E9BD664962/job/

## About the Role

* A degree, HNC or HND in a relevant engineering subject, with at least two years of relevant design experience in an engineering environment.
 * Strong proficiency in SolidWorks or a similar CAD package.
 * An understanding of manufacturing and finishing methods, design review processes and configuration management.
 * The ability to make progress when requirements are incomplete, find the information you need and deliver to tight deadlines.
 * Careful attention to detail, confidence working independently and the ability to collaborate with people across the business.
 * Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Experience in aerospace, aviation, marine or a similar industry is valuable. Familiarity with aircraft qualification standards such as D6-36440, RTCA/DO-160 or ABD0100.1.2 would be an advantage.

## Description

* Develop bespoke product designs that meet customer specifications, quality expectations and delivery timescales.
 * Create 2D and 3D CAD models in SolidWorks, along with drawings and bills of materials managed through PDM.
 * Design parts and assemblies involving moulding, sheet metal, machining, cables and PCB integration.
 * Produce 3D printed prototypes and take a hands-on role in prototype builds.
 * Prepare test solutions and documentation to support product qualification.
 * Work with programme management, customers, suppliers and internal teams to gather the information needed to progress each design.
 * Update drawings and documents in response to reviews from colleagues, customers and certification authorities.
 * Check drawings and documentation for accuracy and completeness, and take part in design reviews and meetings. Some offsite travel may be required.


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