Certification Engineer

Our client, a leading company in aerospace manufacturing, is currently seeking a Certification Engineer (Design & Certification) to join their team in Portsmouth, UK. This is a permanent role within the rapidly evolving aerospace sector, dedicated to designing and manufacturing mission-critical aerospace equipment used worldwide in both commercial and defence sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate customer requirements into technical solutions and certification strategies
• Support bids and sales through technical proposals and compliance matrices
• Design and develop products using 2D/3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA or similar)
• Lead certification activities, including test plans, reports, and compliance documentation
• Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure feasibility and cost-efficiency
• Support production and quality on non-conformances and root cause analysis
• Coordinate with suppliers for development and testing activities
• Participate in project reviews, customer meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives

Job Requirements:

• Experience in design & certification engineering, with an aerospace focus strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of certification standards (EASA / FAA / CAA, DO-160, CS-27/29)
• Solid understanding of design for manufacture & aerospace materials
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, etc.
• Experience with GD&T and technical drawings
• Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with root cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa)
• Lean / Six Sigma exposure
• Familiarity with PLM / ERP systems
• Experience in Part 21 / Part 145 environments

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering

Benefits:

• Work on mission-critical aerospace products
• Join a high-growth, international organisation
• Be part of a collaborative and engineering-driven culture
• Attractive benefits including pension, health programmes, and a flexible schedule (9-day fortnight)

If you are an experienced Project Engineer looking to make an impact in the aerospace industry, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Portsmouth.