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*We have a wonderful opportunity to work for a family run Global Market Leader who have been established for nearly 80 years and are based just outside of Uxbridge.The need is for Assembly Operatives who will have previous experience working within a manufacturing environment.Salary is £28K-£30K per annum + great benefits.Hours are 08.00-16.45 Monday to Thursday with a 12pm early finish on Fridays.You will need to be extremely dextrous with a fine eye for detail as you will be assembling products with multiple complex, complex moving parts.You will also need to be able to read technical drawings and use hand tools and gauges.You will need to have xperience using screwdrivers, spanners,gauges, rulers and callipersAccuracy is imperative in this role, and you will need to carry out self-inspection and quality checks.You will also be expected to have some knowledge of health and safety procedures.There is fantastic training and mentorship, and you will be provided with a personalised training and development plan.Including a competitive salary other benefits include;
25 days annual leave + Bank holidays.Healthcare cash planLife assuranceA generous 9% non-contributory pension schemeCycle to work scheme.Workplace nursery benefitHighly subsidised canteen with delicious high-quality food.Optional over time
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity, apply today. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Uxbridge, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £28k - 30k per year
Posted: 2024-09-12 14:33:18
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Holt Executive is proud to partner with a leading company in the aerospace industry based in Brighton, which specialises in high-performance electro-mechanical systems and advanced pneumatic technology.
They focus on developing innovative solutions for airborne weapon carriage and release systems within the Mission Avionics and Release Systems sectors.
They are seeking a Mechanical Inspector to be responsible for inspecting precision components from in-house manufacturing and assembly, as well as from subcontractors and suppliers.
You will create and run CMM programs using PC-DMIS for both new and legacy components, ensuring accuracy and quality.
Additionally, you will develop and update CMM setup and operation instructions for new and modified programs to maintain high standards throughout the processes.
Key Responsibilities for the Mechanical Inspector:
- Inspect precision components from internal manufacturing and assembly, as well as from subcontractors and suppliers.
- Develop, prove out, and execute CMM programs using PC-DMIS for both new and existing components.
- Create and update setup and operation instructions for CMM programs, including adjustments for modified programs.
- Conduct first-off inspections.
- Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) reporting for single-level parts and complex multi-level assemblies.
- Update and maintain all documentation related to inspection procedures.
- Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers as needed.
- Conduct source inspections, including Vendor Assessment Surveys (VAS) at supplier locations.
- Perform patrol inspections of manufacturing areas to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and prepare dimensional reports as required.
- Carry out calibration duties, including calibrating mechanical and electrical equipment and managing related quotations and purchase orders, with full training provided for these tasks.
Key Skills and Experience Required by the Mechanical Inspector:
- A recognised Mechanical qualification and previous relevant experience of mechanical inspection.
- Experience & understanding of different inspection techniques.
- Experience in using precision measuring equipment.
- Good working knowledge & experience of ISO 9001:2001 and ideally AS9100 Rev D.
- Manufacturing experience (mechanical).
- Ability to interpret Engineering Drawings.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawing tolerancing including Geometric Tolerancing.
- CMM programming & operation preferably with experience using PC-DMIS software.
Company Benefits:
- Half-day finish on a Friday.
- 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days.
- Private medical insurance with optional family cover.
- Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution.
- Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x).
- Group income protection.
- Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support.
Security Clearance Requirements:
Due to the nature of our work, many roles require UK nationality and the ability to obtain security clearance.
Applicants must also have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for employment.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bristol,England
Start: 11/09/2024
Salary / Rate: £35000 per annum
Posted: 2024-09-11 09:45:03
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Our client is a rapidly growing organization at the forefront of innovation in the space industry.
They specialize in the design, development, and industrialization of a diverse range of space-based propulsion applications.
They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Mechanical Design Engineer.
Responsibilities: As a Design Development Engineer, you will be responsible for the following key duties:
Designing fluid system components, including electro-mechanical valves or mechanisms.
Developing procedures for the assembly and testing of development and qualification hardware.
Generating design and compliance documents using CAD, finite element analysis.
Collaborating to support the company's commitment to safe working practices, both on-site and in design principles.
Key Requirements:
Degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering.
Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification work experience in the space industry (other sectors considered by exception).
Proven experience with CAD for generating 3D models.
Experience with test rig design, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems for fluid systems, with the ability to write detailed operating procedures.
Knowledge of the design, manufacture, and testing of aerospace or space products.
Familiarity with valve, mechanism, or propulsion designs.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £55000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-10 10:25:43
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Valve Mechanical Design Engineer required for precision Engineering applications for fluid and high pressure gas systems.
Mechanical Design Engineer required to join a fast growing team focusing on fluid control systems.
The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in the design, development, industrialisation of control systems for space propulsion, (rocket engines, thrusters and Controls).
You will have a 2:1 or above in Design, Aerospace Engineering or similar with some commercial design experience for applications in space.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting edge and exciting new worldly mechanisms. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £48000 - £55000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-10 10:19:12
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Holt Executive is partnering with a leading technology innovator in search of a Commercial Contracts Manager.
This role is crucial for safeguarding the company's financial interests by effectively managing contracts, mitigating risks, and offering strategic commercial guidance across the business.
As the Commercial Contracts Manager, you will be at the forefront of commercial negotiations, responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, while keeping stakeholders informed of key terms, potential risks, and opportunities.
Key Responsibilities for the Commercial Contracts Manager:
- Evaluate and Analyse Proposals: Assess customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs) or Tenders, providing insightful input to key stakeholders, including programme management, engineering, quality, subcontracts, and procurement teams.
- Contract Management: Draft, negotiate, and oversee all commercial contracts, ensuring alignment with company policies and objectives.
- Risk and Performance Management: Oversee contracts from inception to completion, including risk management, performance tracking, and payment approvals.
- Pre-Project Negotiations: Handle pre-project agreements, such as confidentiality and teaming agreements.
- Contract Implementation: Ensure key contract terms are understood and applied throughout the project lifecycle.
- Risk Mitigation: Identify and address commercial risks in collaboration with relevant teams.
- Reporting: Provide regular commercial updates through weekly and monthly reports.
- Legal Compliance: Stay informed on relevant international laws and regulations.
- Customer Communication: Serve as the primary contact for customer communications related to proposals, contract changes, and terminations.
- Represent the company in client and supplier meetings, which may involve international travel.
Key Skills & Experience Required by the Commercial Contracts Manager:
Essential:
- Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record.
- Keen awareness of commercial risks.
- Demonstrable experience in reviewing and negotiating contract terms within a commercial setting.
- Experience managing both customer and subcontractor contracts.
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally.
- Experience in dispute resolution.
Desired:
- Experience working with diverse customers across various jurisdictions, with a particular advantage given to experience in U.S.
contracting.
- Membership in IACCM or a similar organisation is a plus.
If your skills and experience align with this exciting Commercial Contracts Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply now! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: West Sussex,England
Start: 10/09/2024
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2024-09-10 08:20:06
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Seeking a skilled Senior Test Engineer with expertise in space propulsion.
Responsible for overseeing firing site operations, including site preparation, maintenance, fuel and oxidizer handling, pressure systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design and manufacture of liquid propellant and high-pressure gas feed systems.
Advanced training provision in key operational skills on firing sites.
Proficient analysis and assessment of test data, producing high-quality analysis material.
Adherence to COMAH controlled testing standards.
Minimum Requirements:
Mechanical fitter or practical engineering skills
Ideally qualified to OU or equivalent graduate level course in engineering.
Level 4 training on the Skills and Competency Matrix with in-depth experience.
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Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £32000 - £45000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-09 15:28:14
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Space thruster Test Technician required to support Hot Fire Space Propulsion Testing programmes.
The successful application will work with Test Engineers on site preparation, propellant handling, propellant sampling, pressure control systems checks, mechanical and steam vacuum systems, instrumentation calibrations, steam boiler operation also the collation and review of test data.
There will be extensive work on high pressure gas and fluidic systems including interpretation and understanding of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams and the use of electrical and electronic measurement and testing equipment.
You will be working with satellite flight hardware, the preparation of space flight engines for test.
Including instrumentation, installation on to the test stand, removal post hot fire test, and subsequent engine decontamination activities, etc.
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Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £41000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-09 14:56:09
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Hot Fire Space Thruster Test Engineer required join a very busy space thruster test facility focusing on Hot Fire Testing programmes.
The ideal candidate will understand space thruster theory particularly the ground test of thrusters for the design and manufacture of liquid propellant and high pressure gas feed systems.
You will have an input to Research and Development and other space propulsion related activities so need to be proficient in analysing and assessing test data including collation and analysis then presentation graphs, tables, etc.
Requirements
Space thruster Knowledge
Understand propellant MIL spec analysis, Military Standard Propellants
Chemical laboratory techniques and processes
Mechanical fitter/practical engineering skills preferably gained from an apprenticeship or from within an engineering related organization.
Responsibilities
Site preparation and maintenance
Fuel and oxidiser handling
Pressure systems
Instrumentation
Control systems
Space thruster theory
Steam boiler operation
Data analysis
Site and system safety ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £48000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-09 14:55:03
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We are looking for an experienced Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Test Technician.
As a GSE Test Technician, you will be responsible for various tasks including hot fire testing of apogee engines, instrumentation of engines, and maintaining and upgrading the firing site.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct hot fire testing of apogee engines.
Instrument engines and maintain firing site.
Support lead Test Engineers for site preparation and maintenance.
Handle propellant sampling, analysis, and testing.
Maintain and operate mechanical and steam vacuum systems.
Calibrate instrumentation and conduct steam boiler maintenance.
Work with and handle flight hardware, including preparation of customer flight engines for test, instrumentation, installation on to the test stand, removal post hot fire test, and subsequent engine decontamination activities.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Previous experience in GSE testing and chemical analysis of propellants.
Proficiency in writing reports and test procedures.
Familiarity with hot fire testing, propellant handling, and pressure systems checks.
Experience with aerospace clean rooms and fuelling operations.
Ability to interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
Strong understanding of high-pressure gas and fluidic systems. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £38000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-09 14:53:37
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A prominent space company specialising in the design, manufacturing, and testing of rocket engines and thrusters is looking for a Quality Engineer to join their team.
Qualifications:
Degree or HND in a relevant engineering field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
Experience in Quality Engineering, ideally within the aerospace sector.
Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 standards.
Strong communication skills and the ability to interpret technical documents.
Proficiency in quality management methodologies and audit procedures.
Responsibilities:
Analyse customer requirements and prepare compliance documentation during the bidding and contracting stages.
Develop and maintain documentation required for customer deliveries.
Act as the company???s representative in critical customer reviews (MPCB, MRR, TRR, DRB).
Address supplier non-conformities and assess supplier data to ensure it meets specifications and quality standards.
Lead efforts to resolve non-conformances and implement preventive measures for improved future performance.
Review and verify manufacturing and testing data for completeness and compliance, and compile End Item Data Packs (EIDPs).
Assist with internal AS9100 compliance and conduct audits within the supply chain ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £46000 - £58000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-09 14:49:26
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The Test Engineer will join a Systems Engineering team critical in space thruster engine development.
You will work on a complex, multifaceted rocket engine system comprised of numerous newly developed and integrated components.
This role has wide ranging technical input including structural, thermal, rocket propulsion, space electronics, software, testing and systems analysis.
In essence as a Senior Systems Engineer, you will coordinate and bring together the diverse sub components and sub assembles into a complete working space engine design.
My client supplies chemical propulsion rocket engines and thrusters serve to key spacecraft manufacturers for commercial, defence and scientific applications.
Requirements
Space systems experience ideally of large European space projects, system primes or ESA.
Technical leadership of large, multidisciplinary Electrical Harnessing Design, routing and schematic Mechanical and fluidic system Engineering projects.
System Analysis knowledge to apply to, fluidic systems, surge pressure and pressure drop.
Performance, Structural, Thermal, Reliability, Radiation Assessment, Hazard or Safety Analysis.
Complex product development experience of thermal design and equipment selection using Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA).
Intelligent, logical approach to problem solving.
Degree, Masters or higher qualification in Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
You will own the overall engine system architecture, analysis and documentation including FMECAs, radiation, reliability, mechanical, thermal, fluidic, electromagnetic, Design, Development and Verification Plan, Design Justification Document, Software Requirements Specification, Engine Test Plan etc.
Working closely with the Project Manager to help plan and organise resources.
Responsibilities
Support propulsion engine build, assembly and test development including route card build sequences and system assembly, integration, Manufacturing and Inspection Flow Charts.
Review, interpret, manage and own the spacecraft requirements then disseminate down to relevant engine subsystem or component teams.
Coordinate of top level Design, Verification and Compliance Matrix.
Internally digest key subsystem and component review documentation ensuring work is completed to required standards and all aspects of the engine system are correctly aligned.
Lead customer interactions and engine level reviews also manage supplier technical queries in conjunction with the appropriate resource. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-09 11:51:56
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Hot-Fire Test Engineer required with experience of COMAH controlled testing of Firing engines using propellants.
You will work within a Test department of a space thruster test facility on Hot Fire Testing programmes including: site preparation and maintenance, fuel and oxidiser handling, pressure systems, instrumentation, control systems, space thruster theory, steam boiler operation, data analysis, site and system safety, etc.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting and rapidly growing organisation at the cutting edge of Aerospace and Space Research, Design and Development. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-09 11:26:52
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About The Company & Role
My client is an established and leading provider of precision engineering solutions and services, supplying a variety of precision machined components for the Aerospace industry sector.
With a commitment to quality and innovation, they take pride in their skilled team and cutting-edge technology.
As they continue to grow, they are looking to recruit an experienced Quality Inspector with a strong understanding of AS9100 and FAIR.
As Quality Inspector you will inspect in-process and finished product, using a variety of mechanical measurement equipment and CMM, to ensure compliance to drawing specifications, customer and company requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspect and verify parts across all stages of the manufacturing process for a variety of precision machined components in a variety of materials
Conduct First Article Inspection Reporting (FAIR)
Ensure all parts produced are in line with drawing and specification requirements
Manage and report on non-conformances
Perform Root Cause Analysis and resolution, ensuring correct rework of parts where appropriate, necessary
Collaborate with the wider team to ensure quality and production targets
Manage customer returns, liaising and communicating with external customers to ensure positive relationships and resolution of non-conformance
Assist and report on monthly statistics
Experience Requirements:
Previous experience in a similar role within a Precision Engineering Aerospace environment
Strong experience and understanding of AS9100
Working knowledge of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR AS9102)
Conversant in the use of Mechanical Measurement Equipment (verniers, micrometers, calipers gauges etc.) and CMM
Knowledge of performing first-off, stage and final inspection
Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings
Capable of working independently and with minimal supervision
Effective communication skills and computer literacy, including strong Excel skills
Previous experience of implementing AS13002, including measurement system analysis and Statistical Process Control would be extremely beneficial and preferred
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Type: Permanent Location: Oldham, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2024-09-05 14:56:18
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Job title: Head of Quality
Reference: E113802
Location: Macclesfield
Duration: Permanent
Start date: asap
Salary: Negotiable + excellent benefits
Working in this outstanding Aerospace Manufacturing Operation as The Head of Quality, your primary responsibility is to organise the company's quality assurance activities to meet both regulatory and customer requirements.
The Head of Quality is a key leader within the business and will be expected to drive quality and efficiency improvements across all areas of the business.
The role forms part of the Management Team and active participation is required to help the team meet its objectives of delivering product on time, at the right quality at the right cost and in a safe environment.
The individual will be the primary contact for correspondence with regulatory authorities and customers for any quality related enquires or audits.
You'll be expected to demonstrate company values and provide a clear strategic vision for QA and QC activities across the organisation.
You will coordinate quarterly business risk reviews to identify and report the key risks and mitigation activities across the business.
Core Objectives
Take ownership of the company's quality management system ensuring that it always determines the company's activities and satisfies the requirements of the appropriate regulatory authorities
Work with the CI Manager and CI facilitators to ensure that a Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement mind set and techniques (including RCA) are incorporated in to the QA and QC activities.
Manage the Quality Assurance team, setting objectives that support the delivery of the short and long-term strategy.
Produce and report key quality metrics to ensure targets are delivered and risks are identified and mitigated.
Drive improvements across the organisation to ensure processes are robust and deliver the right results to support key business targets including reductions in non-conformity and scrap levels, as well as improvements in on-time delivery and supplier performance.
Demonstrate strong leadership with a vision and road map for the future of the department.
Play an active role in leadership by identifying, forming and implementing business strategy through the Hoshin process.
Develop the Safety Management System as required by updates to Part 21G
Person Specification as the Head of Quality
Ability to create and deliver a strategic plan for quality assurance.
Depth of experience gained in a significant quality management role
Previous experience of Part 21G requirements, Safety Management System introduction and AS9100 requirements
Self-confident, passionate and committed to inspiring others to work towards a common purpose, achieving tangible results
Numerate, analytical and articulate (written and verbal);
Strong IT skills
Project Management skills
Previous experience in leading projects in root cause analysis and implementing corrective action.
As the Head of Quality, you'll be paid a competitive annual salary with LOTS of additional benefits.
The working hours are Monday to Thursday 08:30-17:00 and then Friday is 08:30-15:45
To apply for the role of Head of Quality, please click apply now. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Macclesfield, England
Start: asap
Salary / Rate: Up to £11.44 per hour + + great benefits
Posted: 2024-09-05 09:21:20
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The Test Engineer will lead the testing function for an aerospace manufacturing facility, you will interpret higher level design requirements to generate test equipment and test set-up requirements, to perform test equipment and test set up design.
The ideal candidate will have exposure to Test Site Propellant and Pressurant feed systems, Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE).
The procurement, fabrication and assembly of Test Site Propellant and Pressurant feed systems, GSE and EGSE will be a key responsibility.
The incumbent will generate equipment setup, checkout and maintenance plans, product test procedures and support product test activities including communicating test result data to engineering teams.
This is a new position interfacing with the Engineering Department supporting a key product line including chemical propulsion: thrusters, apogee engines, test site, propulsion systems and new product development with occasional Hot Fire Test functionality support.
Skills and Requirements
Degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering or BSc Degree in Physics with experience of the design and development of rocket engines, fluidic control systems and space engineering.
Mechanical fitting practical skills within engineering.
Understanding of chemical rocket engineering, mechanical engineering and some electrical engineering.
Ability to provide line management support to Test Technicians.
Responsibilities
Review and interpret higher level requirements: Test Plan and relevant sections of a higher level specification such as propulsion system specification.
Generate Compliance: Matrix Design Verification and Compliance Matrix against the test plan and relevant sections of higher level specification.
Test equipment/test setup requirements.
Perform test equipment setup requirements design including key component identification.
This could include Test Site Propellant and Pressurant feed systems, Ground Support Equipment (GSE) design and Electrical Ground Support Equipment Design (EGSE) including any software required.
Procure, fabricate and assemble Test Site Propellant and Pressurant feed systems, GSE and EGSE
Generate Test Site Propellant and Pressurant feed system, GSE and EGSE setup & checkout procedures and maintenance plans. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £33000 - £42000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-02 23:15:17
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Test Engineer required to to generate test equipment and testing setup requirements, with a view to performing test equipment and test set-up design of thrust systems and rocket Engineering.
Your role will include the procurement, fabrication and assembly of Test Site Propellant and Pressurant feed systems, GSE and EGSE.
You will have an excellent understanding of chemical rocket engineering, mechanical engineering and some electrical engineering the ideal candidate will have spacecraft chemical propulsion exposure.
This role would suite someone who has graduated in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering, Physics or similar with an interest in hands on practical engineering, mechanical fitter, rocket engines, fluidic control systems or any space standard experience. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £36000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-02 22:10:47
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Test Technician required to support Test Engineers on chemical thrust cell preparation and maintenance, pressure and control systems checks, (particularly leak and pressure integrity).
Our client is an international Aerospace and Defence supplier growing their spacecraft propulsion department which serves commercial, defence and scientific markets.
Key skills
Mechanical fitting and general practical hands on engineering experience.
Ideally apprenticeship background.
High pressure gas and fluidic systems knowledge.
Attention to detail and interest in quality, speed and efficiency.
Safety-first approach
Responsibilities
Piping and Instrumentation Diagram interpretation.
Using electrical and electronic measurement and testing tools.
Space flight hardware, preparation of hardware for test, test stand installation with instruments.
Support process improvements, on site pressurant systems, panel builds, pipe bending and new propellant vessels.
Vacuum and high pressure gas system maintenance.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £37000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-09-02 22:08:44
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Are you an experienced Mechanical Inspector looking to join a dynamic and growing team?
Holt Executive is supporting a leading Engineering company based in West London that provides precision machined components to high-value sectors such as Defence, and Aerospace.
They have an urgent requirement for a Mechanical Inspector to join their well-equipped Inspection department.
In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the quality of our products and contributing to the further growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities for the Mechanical Inspector:
- Ensure Product Quality: Oversee and maintain high standards of quality control throughout the engineering process to ensure all products meet or exceed industry standards and client expectations.
- Quality Assurance: Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures, conduct regular inspections, and address any quality issues promptly to maintain product integrity.
- Continuous Improvement: Analyse product performance and feedback to identify areas for improvement and implement enhancements to increase overall product quality.
- Business Growth Contribution: Support business development efforts by contributing to innovative solutions, client satisfaction, and effective project execution, helping to drive the companys expansion and success.
Key Skills & Experience Required by the Mechanical Inspector:
- Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within an aerospace component manufacturing environment, with a strong background in verifying precision-tolerance machined components and familiarity with the AS9100 standard.
- Competence in using calibrated measuring tools such as micrometres, verniers, and shadowgraphs.
- Experience of CMM inspection techniques, both manual and CNC with a preference for familiarity with Aberlink machines/software, although training will be provided for the successful candidate.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience in detailing FAIR reports accurately, including knowledge of AS9102 aerospace standards.
If you are enthusiastic about quality, thrive in a challenging environment, and want to be part of a company that values innovation and excellence, we would love to hear from you!
If your skills and experience match this exciting Mechanical Inspector opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!
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Type: Permanent Location: Hayes,England
Start: 02/09/2024
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £35000 per annum
Posted: 2024-09-02 10:29:04
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My client specialises in the defence industry, produces and maintains various types of weapons, materials, Aircraft emergency evacuation systems.
They are also involved in creating composite materials such as carbon fibre tubes and aero-structures.
The manufacturing engineer will be the technical owner of the process including work instructions, equipment, tooling, and other facility requirements.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for tooling design and documentation.
Must have the experience with 3D CAD and 2D drafting.
Provides hands-on support for manufacturing assembly of company products.
Technical writing.
Strong understanding and experience in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design of Experiments (DOE), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), and process hazard analysis (PHA).
Apply working knowledge of product design and assembly to the manufacturing process
Maintain equipment and tooling through coordination with maintenance team.
Coordinate and perform all necessary validation and or process engineering evaluations as needed for manufacturing equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
BS or MS in Engineering discipline or Physics.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing.
3D solid modelling experience.
Experience designing, installing, and qualifying production equipment including hand tools, fixture, and semi-automated equipment.
Familiar with typical metal working tolerances produced by milling, grinding, turning, and laser or water jet cutting.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £65000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-08-29 00:41:55
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Technician required for an Aerospace Manufacturing facility with multiple cleanrooms working on precise liquid fuel system delivery and combustion systems.
As an Engineering Technician you will work as part of a precision manufacturing team testing valve???s and valve assemblies to very tight tolerances.
Equipment
Digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, data acquisition.
Particle counting equipment
Gas flow testing of valves
Electrical Testing
High voltage dielectronic and insulation resistance testing
Key skills
Engineering
Electronics
Multi meter
Manufacturing
LabVIEW
Test Equipment
Six Sigma
Oscilloscope
Data Acquisition
Soldering
Aerospace
LabVIEW
Cleanroom ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £26000 - £38000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-08-29 00:37:53
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Aerospace and Defence Mechanical Design Engineer required to join a fast growing team focusing on fluid control systems for use on spacecraft ??? it literally is Rocket Science! The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in the design, development, industrialisation of control systems for space propulsion, (rocket engines, thrusters and Controls).
You will have a 2:1 or above in Design, Aerospace Engineering or similar with some commercial design experience for applications in space.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting edge and exciting new worldly mechanisms. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cheltenham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £48000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-08-28 23:40:38
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Design Engineer
Broughton - Onsite - Contract - Upto £44.00 ph (IR35)
The successful applicant will be part of a fast-moving team who deliver high quality Design solutions by working with Manufacturing Engineering to meet the needs of our Industrial System and maintain the highest levels of product integrity.
About the Role
The role will provide an excellent opportunity for a committed person to further develop both their technical and leadership skills in a positive and supportive team environment.
You will have a great opportunity for personal growth, alongside developing a network of contacts across the Wing Engineering community, the Plant Production team and its support functions.
This role provides support to the Plant Engineering team and Broughton Plant.
Tangible Deliverables
You will be responsible for leading design investigations and formulating technical solutions for Manufacturing Non-Conformances and Design Investigations ensuring that all Design, Airworthiness and safety requirements are met.
Where appropriate you will also liaise with other functions to ensure a fully integrated design solution.
You will operate as a lead design engineer and must hold design approval signatory in particular for manufacturing non-conformances (T200).
You will also act as a focal point in leading and providing guidance on technical issues and governance, and will support technical mentoring for engineering team members.
A high level of energy is required to drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase team efficiency through methods, process and other improvements, where applicable ensuring a robust lessons learnt and feedback process is maintained.
Reporting will be required on critical technical issues through functional managers where applicable and directly into delivery managers to ensure robust management of issues.
Development of stakeholder relationships in the wider network to engineering is also required.
Required Competencies & Abilities
Motivated and self-driven with the ability to work autonomously when required, whilst being a strong team player.
Deliver reliably on time, cost and quality whilst embracing change and challenge when appropriate
Anticipation mindset, able to identify risks/opportunities and manage them appropriately
Understand and synthesise multiple complex activities, simplify and communicate them clearly, on a timely basis, to all stakeholders as needed.
Work in an open and trusting environment.
Understand, nurture and demonstrate resilience.
Currently holds Concession Design Approval (T200) or held it in the past
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Type: Contract Location: Broughton, Wales
Start: September
Duration: 12 months
Salary / Rate: £38.00 - £44.00 per hour
Posted: 2024-08-22 14:43:16
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MOD Project Leader
Broughton - Contract - Upto £35.00 per hour (IR35)
The role is part of the OSW Single Aisle Value Stream Management (SA VSM) Organisation and supports the Head Of Industrialization in the embodiment of Single Aisle Wing Modifications and New Developments.
Accountabilities include:
Provide Industrial assessments (MOD) at all project milestone gates ensuring that all Broughton Plant requirements are included.
Define & monitor an industrial top level project plan for each modification and/or new development project
Ensure the alignment of all plans with central programme requirements and individual functional stakeholders
Contribute to resource planning workload and funding requirements
Ensure all plans are produced and managed to a level of detail to ensure the accurate delivery of time, cost, quality and safety requirements
Ensure regular engagement and communication with programme work package managers/MFT leaders to enable the management and appropriate escalation of project risks and
Apply a risk & opportunity review process including the maintenance of a local risk & opportunities register and reporting
Exploit opportunities to introduce improvements to the product industrial system and identify potential design improvements, without introducing risk to the
Chair the weekly governance process inclusive of project leaders and key
Lead and develop a team of Local Representatives
Develop and deploy, with Operational support, communication and awareness training into the Operations team (including line-side support functions) and engagement of the operational stakeholders
Provide Local Representative support and leadership of issue resolution during development builds and regular progress
Support the OSWX team governance process inclusive of improving the ways of working through Project Management principles
Deputise for Single Aisle HO Industrialization
Main Activities:
Drive a "Safety First" culture in the team
Chairing Project reviews
Manage Project plans
Project Industrial Assessments
Chair Risk & Opportunity reviews
Project governance review participant
Project milestone review
Design review
Coordinate & manage industrial trials
Support Flight Test A/C refurbishment programmes
Managing Local Representative (BC) resource
Monitoring Balance Scorecard performance
Outputs:
Successful industrialization of all new developments, modifications and flight test A/C refurbishment via :-
Project review action tracker
Project Plan
Risk & opportunities
Project issue
Stakeholder Engagement and Management
Operational Communication
Project closure
Lessons learned and continuous improvement
Blue collar development
Skillset and Experience:
Essential:
Understanding of Wing Operational processes Good communication and negotiating skills.
Experience and successful demonstration of managing similar MFT projects.
Application of project management tools and techniques
Desirable:
Understanding of Airbus modification processes and industrial set up 5+ years experience
Education ; typically up to degree level (technical) or similar demonstrated experience and capability.
Role ideally suited for an already appointed AP level or developing, ready now, high performing P level
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Type: Contract Location: Broughton, Wales
Start: September/October
Duration: 12 months
Salary / Rate: £30.00 - £35.00 per hour
Posted: 2024-08-22 13:25:23
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Product Assurance Engineer required to join a space production quality team to own production compliance to customer requirements from bid, pre and post sales assuring product quality through to customer satisfaction upon delivery and use.
This is a senior and cross functional role within the business working to understand customer requirements, produce product compliance documentation then champion quality across Project Management, Engineering, Production and Test teams.
Skills
Quality Engineering experience in the space industry, aerospace or closely related.
Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001.
Quality management experience in a regulated environment including quality audit processes.
Degree or equivalent Engineering qualification.
Qualification in Quality management preferred but not essential
Responsibilities
Review customer requirements and generate compliance statements.
Monitor hardware through the business ensuring compliance to customer expectation.
Generate and manage customer deliverable documents.
Represent the company at reviews such as Materials and Processes Control Board, Manufacturing Readiness Review, Test Readiness Review and Delivery Review Board.
Resolve any non conformances through to conclusion.
Confirm delivered hardware is as required in terms of specification and quality.
Assist with Auditing for both internal AS9100 compliance and supply chain. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £46000 - £58000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-08-20 14:40:59
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Leading space vehicle manufacturer that designs, manufactures, and tests main rocket engines and thrusters, and they're on the lookout for an experienced Quality Engineer to join them.
Qualifications:
Degree or HND in a relevant Engineering discipline or equivalent work experience.
Background in Quality Engineering, preferably within the space industry
Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO9001 standards.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to understand technical documentation.
Experience with quality management techniques and standard audit processes.
Requirements:
Review customer requirements and generate compliance statements during bid and contract phases.
Create and manage customer deliverable documentation.
Represent us at key customer reviews (MPCB, MRR, TRR, DRB).
Resolve supplier non-conformances and review supplier data for specification and quality compliance.
Drive non-conformance resolutions and prevent recurrence, aiming for better future performance.
Review manufacturing and test data for completeness and compliance, generate End Item Data Packs (EIDPs).
Support internal AS9100 compliance and supply chain audits. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £46000 - £58000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2024-08-20 14:29:37
