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Mechanical Design Engineer - Drivetrain and Transmission

We are looking for a mechanical design engineer to design proprotor drivetrain for the S-1

LOCATION

Bristol, UK

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Permanent

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the detailed mechanical design and CAD modelling of the electric propulsion drivetrain, transmission and nacelle installation

  • Lead the design, selection and sizing of  shafts, bearings, seals and other drivetrain components

  • Support the design of the nacelle structure, tilt actuation system and nacelle-wing interface

  • Support the integration of mechanical, electrical and thermal systems onto the S-1 nacelles

  • Support the tooling and manufacturing design of prototype components for a flight test aircraft

Who You Are

  • Degree in Mechanical/ Aerospace Engineering or other relevant field
     

  • Experience in designing aircraft transmission systems, gearboxes and complete drivetrains

  • Knowledge of electric propulsion system installations
     

  • Ability to apply inventive thinking to solve complex structural design challenges

  • Proficient in CAD (preferably 3DExperience) including sketching, surfacing, 2D drawing and 3D modelling with appropriate GD&T

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary

  • Free EV Charging

  • Company pension scheme

  • 26 days annual leave + option to buy an additional 5 days

  • Discounted gym membership on-site

  • New modern offices with onsite parking

  • Free monthly social events

JOIN US

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