Electrical Engineer for Aircraft Systems

2 months ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

About the Role

GKN Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Aerospace Systems Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing and developing electrical and electronic systems for aircraft.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and develop requirements for electrical and electronic systems, including architecture, system and component definition
  • Develop component and system specifications, as well as compliance criteria for the system, items, components, hardware and software
  • Develop functions, systems, items and components to relevant industry standards, including ARP4754, ARP4761, DO160, DO254, DO178, DO297 and others
  • Develop requirements at all levels, from system to hardware and software level
  • Define validation plans and ensure compliance through analysis, simulation and/or test
  • Engage with the supply chain and work with systems architects, mechanical systems engineers and system simulation engineers to ensure system requirements are achieved
  • Anticipate and manage transversal technical and business issues, arbitrate between solutions considering all aspects, including sustainability, reusability, optimisation, opportunity, schedule, quality, cost, risks, safety and performance
  • Generate technical reports and presentations, with the ability to present information in a clear and organized manner
  • Develop specification documents and procedures for new products before launch into manufacturing
  • Ensure specification and production compliance and test of components, items and systems
  • Develop validation test methods and protocols, using aerospace best practices
  • Participate in in-depth analysis of test data
  • Ensure configuration management is in place for systems and all its components from requirement through to operation
  • Provide general technical feedback on the design and development of mechanical and electrical sub-systems
  • Manage and develop requirements and specifications

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have a strong background in electrical and electronic systems engineering, with experience in specifying and developing systems for aircraft. You will also have a good understanding of industry standards and best practices, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

GKN Aerospace offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career development and growth. We are committed to providing a collaborative and dynamic working environment, where you can contribute to the success of our business and make a real difference in the aerospace industry.



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