Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer
Filton, Gloucestershire
Maintenance and Engineering
Contract
GBP 42.10 per hour
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Posted Date
23/04/2026
Job Ref.
BBBH18331
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Our client has an opportunity for a Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer to join them on a contract basis until the end of 2026 with possible extension. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop your Fuel Systems Installation Design skills across the full range of commercial aircraft as well as the opportunity to engage with a variety of customers, stakeholders and suppliers.
Role: Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer
Location: Filton – 100% onsite
Hours: 35 per week
Hourly Rate: £42.10 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35
Clearance: BPSS required before starting
What you’ll be doing:
- Contribute to the ‘end to end’ design process from conceptual design, modification process in support of maturity gates, DFM and support to manufacturing sites
- Design and validation of Fuel System installation components and assemblies that are optimized in terms of weight, cost, performance, production/assembly requirements while highest safety of the product is assured using appropriate design tools
- Deliver the Definition Dossier for Manufacturing and Assembly (Component and Final Assembly Line)
- Define, deliver and enable technical studies, trades and investigations to ensure the delivery of technical solutions in accordance with relevant Design Methods and Procedures
- Work on design concepts in support of product incremental development and apply real life installation trials and prototyping when required. Manage the introduction of new modifications, provide support to the in service fleet and wing build-support
Requirements:
- A highly competent user of Catia V5
- Experience in design configuration tool sets i.e. PASS, DPDS, VPM, ICC/ACP etc
- Are agile, have excellent communication skills and a strong work/team ethos
- Agility with people and foster a strong wellbeing mind-set
- Fuel background is desirable, however hydraulics or Landing Gear experience will also be considered
If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately!
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