The post holders will be responsible for working within multi-disciplined Engineering teams to deliver innovative design solutions for new concepts & customisation of existing products for our customers across the globe, ensuring delivery to cost, time, quality & adherence to strict aerospace regulations and suitability for manufacturing and airworthiness. Responsibilities Preparing all necessary documents, such as specifications, technical plans and reports related to aircraft seating. Working under the direction of the Lead with outside vendors, internal departments and other engineering disciplines for compliant, airworthy products. Workng on concessions through internal processes to ensure continued airworthiness. Supporting change management through research, concepts, design reviews, trade studies, impact analysis and implementation. Working with internal customers to assist with troubleshooting on product investigation and resolution of issues. Supporting statement of work and bids for new customer requests. Working in project teams designing new products, ensuring they will meet reliability and airworthiness standards to perform consistently in specified operating environments. Identifying airworthiness risk and lead root cause analysis and proposed solutions. Reward Competitive salary Annual bonus (linked to company performance) 33 days annual leave 37.5 hours per week Flexi time working £5,000 employee referral bonus (role dependant) Health cash plan Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary Competitve enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay Dedicated employee parking Employee Recognition scheme Long Service Awards Wellbeing Initiatives Discounted Gym membership Local charity / sponsorship activities Learning and development opportunities Career progression Requirements Essential Proficient with MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access) and knowledge of computer-aided design. Ability to provide input to technical solutions on a wide range of problems, understanding manufacturing and certification principles. Hold a relevant Engineering degree/relevant Apprenticeship (or equivalent) or a minimum of 2 years working in an Engineering environment. A high level of technical and practical knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to applied problem solving. Creative ability to apply practical solutions within the constraints of weight, cost, schedule and compliance. Previous experience of contributing to the completion of specific programs and projects. Desirable General knowledge of applicable regulatory certification rules. Working knowledge of mechanical and interior design guidelines for CFR Part 25 aircraft. Experience in any previous compliance role. We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting. Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer. The closing date for applications is the 8th December 2024 at 17:00. For further infomation contact careersthompsonaero.com