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Lead Airworthiness Engineer

Wimborne St Giles
4 months ago
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New Lead Airworthiness Engineer Job – Wimborne, Dorset

Are you ready to take the next step in your airworthiness career? An exciting opportunity has opened for a Lead Airworthiness Engineer based in Wimborne, Dorset a location recognised for its pioneering aerospace and defence innovation.

As a Lead Airworthiness Engineer in Wimborne, you’ll join a high-tech centre of excellence that’s shaping the future of global defence. With a strong heritage in engineering precision, the Wimborne site develops advanced air-to-air refuelling systems and actuation solutions trusted by defence organisations worldwide.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring our systems meet the highest airworthiness standards. From compliance assurance and certification to regulatory liaison and continuous improvement, your expertise will help safeguard performance, safety, and reliability. You’ll be reporting to the Airworthiness Manager and contributing to a collaborative and forward-thinking team of specialists.

Key responsibilities include:



Ensuring compliance with airworthiness regulations

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Reviewing certification documentation

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Conducting inspections and audits

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Providing technical guidance on airworthiness issues

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Liaising with regulatory bodies

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Driving improvements in airworthiness processes

To thrive in this Wimborne-based role, you’ll ideally have:

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A degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field

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Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior airworthiness or similar role

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Knowledge of UK MAA, EASA, and FAA regulations

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Strong communication and problem-solving skills

This Wimborne opportunity offers:

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A competitive compensation package

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Exciting and challenging projects in a collaborative team

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Structured career development and internal promotion pathways

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Comprehensive training via a global learning platform

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A culture focused on health, safety, and employee wellbeing

At Wimborne, your work will have global impact—and your growth will be part of the journey. If you're passionate about airworthiness and ready to lead in a dynamic engineering environment, Wimborne is where your expertise will matter.

Wimborne is not just a location—it’s a launchpad for your career in aerospace excellence

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