Electrical / Avionics Design Engineer (Part 21)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical / Avionics Design Engineer to join a growing aerospace engineering team supporting the design, development and certification of large commercial aircraft modifications.

Working within an EASA Part 21J Design Organisation, you will be responsible for producing electrical and avionics design solutions for aircraft modification programmes, ensuring designs comply with regulatory and customer requirements. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex aircraft modifications from concept through to certification alongside a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce electrical and avionics design solutions for large commercial aircraft modification programmes.
• Create and develop electrical installation designs using CATIA.
• Produce and maintain engineering design documentation, including:
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Wire routing and installation drawings
  • Harness fabrication drawings
  • Service Bulletins and embodiment instructions
  • Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA)
  • Wiring Diagram Manual (WDM) and System Schematic Manual updates
• Support certification activities by producing technical evidence and compliance documentation.
• Prepare and review engineering documents, including:
  • Electrical Load Analysis (ELA)
  • Test plans and reports
  • Compliance statements
  • System Safety Assessments
  • Equipment Qualification documentation
  • EWIS assessments
• Work closely with structural, systems and certification engineers to deliver compliant design solutions.
• Attend technical design reviews including PDR, CDR, ITCM and FAI meetings.
• Provide occasional engineering support during aircraft installation and modification activities.

Essential Requirements

• Degree qualified in Electrical, Avionics, Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering.
• Previous experience as an Electrical or Avionics Design Engineer within the aerospace industry.
• Strong experience using CATIA to produce electrical installation and routing designs.
• Current or recent experience working within an EASA Part 21J Design Organisation (or equivalent).
• Good understanding of aircraft electrical and avionics systems.
• Knowledge of EASA certification requirements, including CS-25, FAR-25, JAR-25 and (E)TSO.
• Experience producing engineering drawings and design documentation to aerospace standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and navigate OEM design standards and data systems.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple design packages and deliver to programme deadlines.

Desirable

• Previous or current EASA Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) approval.
• Experience with aircraft interior modifications.
• Experience supporting large commercial aircraft modification programmes.
• Previous mentoring or coaching of junior engineers.