Senior Part 21J Design Engineer

Overview

In questa role you will design and certify modifications and repairs for aircraft, helicopters and nacelle structures within a Part 21J framework. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compliant engineering solutions for a global aerospace customer base from Scotland or Ireland, with potential remote work. You will apply CS-23, CS-25, CS-27 and CS-29 requirements and guide designs from concept through to manufacture and delivery. This role offers a pathway toward CVE-level responsibility and professional development.

Pay / Benefits

• Permanent position
• Flexible working arrangement (office + remote)
• Exposure to global aviation customer base
• Potential CVE pathway and professional development
• Collaborative engineering environment

Responsibilities

• Design and certify modifications and repairs for aircraft, helicopter and engine nacelle structures
• Operate within a Part 21J Design Organisation framework to ensure compliant engineering solutions
• Coordinate modification projects from concept through to completion with engineers and support teams
• Apply EASA CS-23, CS-25, CS-27 and CS-29 requirements
• Deliver projects to agreed time, cost and quality targets
• Communicate with internal teams, customers and stakeholders
• Advance designs toward manufacture and final delivery
• Contribute to engineering improvements and ongoing development of the design organisation

Key requirements

• Significant experience as Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineer in a Part 21J environment
• Strong knowledge of Part 21 and certification processes
• Understanding of CS-23, CS-25, CS-27 and CS-29
• Degree-level qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering or related discipline
• Effective project organisation, prioritisation and delivery
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Understanding of design-to-manufacture transition for aircraft modifications
• Experience in stress analysis is advantageous
• Ambition to progress toward CVE approval or existing CVE approval

• clear communication
• stakeholder management
• collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Part 21J Design Organisation knowledge
• EASA Certification Specifications CS-23, CS-25, CS-27, CS-29
• design and certification of aircraft modifications and repairs

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