Our client, a large Aerospace and Defence supplier, is looking for a Draughtsperson to join them on an initial 6 month contract at their site in Brighton.
Key Skills Required for This Role
Solidworks, Aerospace, GD&T, Structures, Defence
Important
* Due to the nature of the role, applicants must have a minimum of 5 years UK residency and be willing to undergo basic security checks.
* 4-5 days per week onsite in Brighton.
* 6 month initial contract.
Key Accountabilities
* Performs a wide range of design assignments in support of electrical, mechanical and/or electro-mechanical engineering.
* Utilising CAD (Solidworks) and PDM (Solidworks PDM Pro), prepares detailed and layout drawings from sketches, layouts, or notes provided by engineering.
* Contributes to design modifications to facilitate manufacturing operation or quality of product.
* Checks design drawings for correctness and conformance to standards.
* Ensures best CAD practices and modelling is undertaken.
* Determines space requirements, clearances, locations and arrangements based on design specifications.
* Prepares accurate drawings and schematics with proper tolerances, dimensions and instructions.
* Produces design schemes and proposals in response to specifications, under guidance of lead engineers/senior designers.
* Maintains correct configuration control of products in accordance with company procedures.
* Selects and sources proprietary parts/components that are fit for purpose.
* Supports project and manages own work to meet schedule.
* Follows procedures to meet the requirements of ISO-9001 and AS9100.
* Supports internal, customer and supplier meetings.
* Complies with Quality Assurance (QA) requirements and QA procedures.
* 5 to 10 years design drawing engineering and 3D CAD (Solidworks).
* Aerospace experience; however, multiple sector experience is also considered.
* Liaises with Shop Floor/Manufacturing/Operations.
* Mechanisms and pneumatics an advantage.
* Mechanical Detailing.
* Electrical/Electronic knowledge, including electrical cabling in extreme environments (aerospace) and electronics packaging.
* Good understanding of Geometric Tolerancing, Stack-Up Analysis, BS8888, limits/fits.
* Proficient user of Solidworks/Solidworks PDM.
* Good understanding of Design Office practices, Drawing Issue and Change processes.
* Familiar with the requirements and capabilities of PDM and ERP systems.
* Ability to resolve challenges quickly and ingeniously.
* Design products with low costs from the outset (DFMA & Design to Cost methodologies).
* Ability to work to deadlines, prioritise workload appropriately in conjunction with Project Management.
* Performs work accurately with minimal supervision; methodical approach to their work.
* Understanding of design requirements to ensure designs meet contracted specifications.
* Basic Mechanical Engineering Calculations.
* Understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes utilised in Aerospace.
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