Aerospace Systems Developer

5 days ago


Forres, Moray, United Kingdom Kdc Resource Full time

**Job Title:** Mechanical Design Lead

About Kdc Resource:

Kdc Resource is a leading provider of specialized engineering services, delivering cutting-edge solutions to clients across various industries.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Lead to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the leadership and direction of mechanical engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and meeting client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leadership, training & mentoring of the analysis team.
  • Support to the Quality Gates: PDR, CDR, QR.

Requirements:

  • Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field is essential.
  • 8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on structural design, analysis, and testing in Space, Aerospace, or similar high-reliability fields.
  • Extensive experience with structural development and analysis (including mechanical and thermal analysis) of complex systems, ideally for launch vehicles or spacecraft.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary £65-80k depending on experience.
  • 34 days paid holiday including bank and public holidays.
  • NEST workplace pension.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme, including: mortgage advice, health and wellbeing apps.
  • Group Life Insurance, x4 annual salary.


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