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Senior Component Engineer

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7 months ago
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Job Title: Senior Component Engineer

Location:

Hertfordshire, Stevenage

Job Type:

Contract, expected to work full-time hours, 1-2 days per week on site

Primary Industry:

Aerospace and Aviation

Secondary Industry:

Engineering

Job Duties:

Design and develop components for aerospace and aviation systems
Conduct analysis and testing of components to ensure they meet industry standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate components into larger systems
Provide technical support and guidance throughout the component development process
Document all design and testing processes for future reference

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
Proven experience in component engineering within the aerospace industry
Strong knowledge of industry regulations and standards
Excellent problem-solving skills
Effective communication and teamwork abilities

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Experience:

Proven experience in component engineering within the aerospace industry

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong knowledge of industry regulations and standards
Excellent problem-solving skills
Effective communication and teamwork abilities
Proficiency in design software and analysis tools

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Engineering or related field
Professional certification in component engineering
Experience with project management

Working Conditions:

The role is based in an office setting with occasional visits to manufacturing facilities or testing sites. Travel may be required to meet with suppliers or attend industry conferences. The work may involve some level of physical activity when conducting on-site inspections or tests

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