Principal Engineer Flight Physics

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

The Role 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.

Your responsibilities will include:

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

Essential experience of the Principal Engineer:  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

Essential qualifications for the Principal Engineer:

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 Principle Engineer being based at our Farnborough or Boscombe Down sites.

Bristol 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.

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