Aircraft Design Engineer

Job description

London based technology innovator and several partners are working in stealth mode to advance the design of a disruptive, highly energy efficient aircraft for long-distance air travel.

By joining this project, you will become part of a world-class team of engineers committed to achieve the biggest leap in aviation since the introduction of the jet engine.

Task description

• Perform conceptual design activities on a novel aircraft concept (evaluation of performance requirements, aircraft synthesis and optimization, weight assessment, aerodynamic analysis, engine and landing gear integration, flight dynamics assessment)

• Manage the design repository and digital twin of a new aircraft concept

• Guide engineering activities of team members, partners, and consultants to de-risk a new airframe technology

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in aircraft design (aerodynamics, structures, flight dynamics and control, propulsion, performance, requirements and regulation)

• 3+ years of professional experience in aircraft technology and design

• Proven track record in designing aircraft

• Hands on experience (windtunnel testing, scaled flight testing)

• Software experience: 3DX, CATIA, Solid Works, NX, Matlab, Python, CFD tools (Ansys, VLM methods), FE tools (Nastran, Patran)

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English