Job Advert - Aero Gas Turbine V&V Engineer (Derby)

Job Title: Aero Gas Turbine V&V Engineer
Location: Derby, UK (On-site only)
Contract: 12-month contract, Outside IR35
Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense into a 4-day week)
Rate: £45 per hour
Security Clearance: Must hold, or be eligible for, SC clearance

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Aero Gas Turbine V&V Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation in Derby on a 12-month contract basis (outside IR35).

You'll be responsible for planning and executing verification and validation (V&V) activities for aero gas turbine engines and associated electrical units, ensuring they meet design, performance and airworthiness requirements.

Key Responsibilities

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Perform verification and validation (V&V) activities for aero gas turbine engines.

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Develop and execute test plans, procedures and reports in line with design specifications and regulatory requirements.

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Conduct system-level and component-level testing, including functional, performance and environmental tests.

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Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to identify, investigate and resolve issues during the V&V process.

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Ensure all V&V activities comply with industry standards, regulations and best practices.

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Prepare and maintain V&V documentation, including test plans, test cases and test reports.

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Support the certification process for electrical units, ensuring compliance with relevant airworthiness standards.

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Participate in design reviews, technical meetings and project planning activities.

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Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and other team members.

Requirements

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Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related discipline.

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5+ years' experience in verification and validation of aero gas turbine engines.

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Strong knowledge of gas turbine engine systems and components.

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Experience with electrical unit airworthiness certification processes and standards.

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Proficiency with V&V tools, methods and software.

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Excellent problem-solving, analytical and troubleshooting skills.

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Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic engineering environment.

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Must hold or be eligible for SC clearance.

What's on Offer

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Outside IR35 contract.

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£45 per hour.

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12-month initial contract with potential for extension.

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Option to work 40 hours over 4 days for a condensed working week.

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Opportunity to work on aero gas turbine programmes within a highly skilled team