Senior Aerodynamics Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Aerodynamics Engineer to support advanced combat air programmes within the defence sector. You will play a key role in the aerodynamic assessment and development of fast jet platforms supporting activities across aeroelasticity loads analysis and stores release & jettison. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment you will contribute to the performance safety and integration of complex military aircraft systems.

This position is ideally suited to an experienced Aerospace Engineer with a strong background in aerodynamics and flight sciences coupled with previous experience supporting fast jet programmes and resolving technically demanding engineering challenges.

Location: Warton
On-site Requirement: Full-Time Onsite
Seniority: Senior (5 Years Experience)
Security Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain SC clearance.

Key Responsibilities & Experience

• Conduct aerodynamic analysis and assessments to support the development and performance of fast jet aircraft.
• Perform static and dynamic loads analysis ensuring aircraft structures can withstand operational and environmental conditions.
• Support stores release and jettison activities contributing to the safe integration and deployment of external stores and weapons systems.
• Undertake aeroelasticity assessments evaluating the interaction between aerodynamic forces and structural behaviour.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams including structures systems flight sciences and flight test specialists to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Produce technical documentation present engineering findings and provide recommendations to support design reviews and programme decision-making.

Qualifications :

Required Skills

• Demonstrable experience applying aerodynamic principles and analysis techniques within the aerospace sector ideally on military or fast jet programmes.
• Strong understanding of aeroelasticity including the assessment of aerodynamic and structural interactions across the flight envelope.
• Proven experience conducting static and dynamic loads assessments to support aircraft design modification or certification activities.
• Experience supporting stores release and jettison programmes including the analysis of weapon or external store integration.
• Ability to interpret technical data solve complex engineering problems and communicate findings effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Soft Skills & Collaboration

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify practical solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the confidence to work across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive and intuitive approach to problem solving within technically demanding environments.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality engineering outputs to project deadlines.
• Collaborative working style with a commitment to continuous improvement and engineering excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience.

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience working within the Defence or Aerospace sector on military aircraft programmes.
• Exposure to flight test activities and the interpretation of flight test data.
• Familiarity with aircraft airworthiness certification or safety-critical engineering processes.
• Experience working on complex multidisciplinary aircraft development or modification programmes.

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