Repairs Design Engineer

Opportunity Details

Contract basis until December 2026.

Location:

Filton (60% onsite)

Hours:

35 per week

Hourly Rate:
Up to £52 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35

Clearance: BPSS required before starting

• Evaluate daily customer requests regarding structural damage on in-service aircraft.
• Describe all the actions needed to repair aircraft via Structural Repair Instructions.
• Provide Structural Repair Support by leveraging experience and technical expertise to address complex structural repair matters, devising innovative solutions for both minor and major repairs, ensuring high standards of safety and reliability.
• Utilize a deep understanding of historical damage and repair scenarios to investigate and identify the existence of similar previous cases, ensuring consistent, well-informed support and enhancing the efficiency of problem resolution processes.
• Leverage communication skills to effectively liaise with internal and external customers and stakeholders.
• Assist in developing and refining generic repair procedures based on an in-depth knowledge of recurring structural issues, designed to streamline repair processes, reduce downtime, and improve operational efficiency of the Airbus fleet.
• Provide customers with highly efficient and timely structural repair and engineering services, informed by a thorough understanding of fleet operations and structural integrity requirements.
• Actively participate in Design Organization activities by preparing and releasing critical approval documents ensuring that all structural repairs meet stringent regulatory and safety standards.

Technical

Skills:

• Proficiency in aircraft structures, preferably Airbus structures.
• Expertise in aircraft structural repair principles (both metallic and composite).
• In-depth knowledge of metallic and composite materials.
• Familiarity with non-destructive testing methods.
• Knowledge of Airbus drawings and specifications is a plus.
• A400M or A350 experience.
• Composite repair experience.
• Desirable: possession of RTE1, RTE2, or RTE3 delegation.

Language

Skills:

• Proficiency in English.

IT

Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Airbus IT tools is advantageous.

Soft Skills:

• Autonomous and rigorous with strong organizational skills.
• Open-minded, positive thinking, and an excellent team player.
• Strong customer orientation, with the ability to understand and anticipate customer needs, and provide tailored solutions.