Principal Engineer Flight Physics

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Location:

Amesbury, England, United Kingdom

Role Type:
Permanent – Full Time

Package: £62,775 - £69,750(salary dependent on experience) + Benefits

Role : SF20236

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Principal Engineer at our Bristol site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

As a Principal Engineer you’ll be providing Flight Physics Rotary Wing technical input into multi-disciplinary projects in line with customer requirements.

Day-to-day, you’ll typically focus on evaluation and sometimes testing and/or teaching of one or more of the following: aircraft performance and flying qualities, aircraft handling, Flight Control Systems, Engine Control and Air Data Systems.

• Analysis of Flight Physics data within the Rotary Wing Domain
• Making sound engineering and technical judgements based on the analysis of Flight Physics data
• Applying Flight Physics principles and concepts to a range of work in the domain
• Evaluation and testing of aircraft performance, handling and flights
• Evaluation and testing of Flight Control Systems, Engine Control and Air Data Systems
• Mentoring junior team members within the department

• Understanding of Rotary Wing Flight Physics principles and concepts
• Demonstrable track record in delivery performance
• Knowledge of military aerospace Rotary Wing platforms
• Knowledge of MAA and Civil regulations
• Ideally five to ten years post-graduation Flight Physics experience, preferably in advice, research and consultancy
• Experience of working with the UK military, aerospace and other defence customers

• A first degree in Science or Engineering, or an equivalent, nationally recognised, professional qualification, with typically further on the job experience and growth of key skills, working in the domain
• Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Bristol site with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week. We can also accommodate the Principal Engineer being based at our Farnborough or Boscombe Down sites.

The QinetiQ facility in Bristol is part of the company’s broader operation focused on defence and technology innovation. The site houses a diverse team of engineers, scientists and technical professionals who bring expertise to various projects ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people, customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing int .

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Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

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