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  • Title:

    Aerospace Design Engineer

  • Location:

    Filton

  • Salary:

    £31.47 - £42.10 per hour

  • Contact:

    Thomas Duckett

  • Contact email:

    tduckett@belcan.com

  • Job ref:

    JO0000027842_1777023888

  • Published:

    21 days ago

  • Duration:

    6 Months

  • Expiry date:

    2026-05-24

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

Fuel Systems Design Engineer

Location: Filton
Sector: Aerospace / Advanced Manufacturing
Contract: Until December 2026 with possible extension

Pay rate: £42.10ph Umbrella or £31.47ph PAYE

Working schedule: 5 Days Onsite

The Opportunity

We're supporting a major aerospace organisation in the search for a Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer to join a Wing Engineering team based in Filton. This role sits within a multi‑national design function, working closely with teams in the UK, Europe, and the US.

You'll be responsible for the design and installation of wing fuel systems across a wide range of commercial aircraft programmes. The position offers long‑term programme exposure, technical ownership, and involvement in both in‑service and future development activities.

This is a great opportunity for an engineer with strong CATIA V5 skills who enjoys end‑to‑end design responsibility and collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver end‑to‑end design activities, from concept through detailed design to production support
  • Support design maturity gates, DFM reviews, and manufacturing / assembly requirements
  • Design and validate fuel system installation components and assemblies, ensuring optimisation of:
    • Weight
    • Cost
    • Performance
    • Safety and compliance
  • Produce and maintain Definition Dossiers for Manufacturing and Assembly (component & FAL level)
  • Complete technical studies, trade‑offs, and investigations in line with applicable design methods and procedures
  • Support product development, modifications, and in‑service queries
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders, manufacturing sites, and external suppliers as required

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Strong hands‑on experience using CATIA V5
  • Background in aerospace installation or systems design eg fuel systems, landing gear or hydraulics.
  • Experience with design configuration and data management tools, such as:
    • PASS
    • DPDS
    • VPM
    • ICC / ACP (or similar aerospace PLM tools)
  • Ability to work effectively in a multi‑disciplinary and multi‑site environment
  • Good communication skills and a delivery‑focused mindset

Interested?
If you'd like to discuss the role in confidence or receive further details, apply now!

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan