About this role
As a Principal Aerostructures Engineer you will join our aerospace engineering team to support our activities within the aviation sector
You will play a critical role in ensuring the airworthiness, compliance, and certification of aerostructural designs in accordance with EASA/UK CAA Part 21 requirements. Acting as a key technical authority within the Design Organisation Approval (DOA) framework, you will review, verify, and approve structural engineering deliverables, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance are maintained throughout the design lifecycle.
Location: BristolOn Site: HybridClearance: ClearableExperience Level: Senior 5+ years of experienceKey Responsibilities:
Review and approve aerostructural designs in accordance with Design Organisation Approval (DOA) requirementsEnsure compliance with EASA and UK CAA Part 21 regulations and applicable certification standardsAssess and approve composite and metallic structural designs, analyses, and associated engineering documentationVerify that engineering outputs meet airworthiness, safety, performance, and regulatory requirementsSupport certification activities and provide airworthiness guidance throughout the product development lifecycleReview structural substantiation reports, stress analyses, and design justificationsProvide technical oversight during design reviews and certification auditsCollaborate with design, stress, manufacturing, and certification teams to ensure compliance objectives are achievedSupport investigations into design issues, non-conformities, and airworthiness concernsContribute to the continuous improvement of DOA processes, procedures, and compliance practices Required Skills:
Strong knowledge of EASA and/or UK CAA Part 21 regulationsExperience working within a Design Organisation Approval (DOA) environmentExtensive understanding of aerostructures, including metallic and composite structuresExperience reviewing and approving structural engineering data and certification documentationKnowledge of airworthiness regulations and aerospace certification processesStrong technical judgement and decision-making capabilityExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to interpret engineering analyses, substantiation reports, and compliance documentationRequired Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.Significant experience within aerospace structural design, stress, airworthiness, or certification engineeringPrevious experience operating within a regulated aerospace environmentDemonstrable experience supporting aircraft certification programmesDesirable Skills:
Existing DOA Signatory or Approver authorisationExperience with both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft programmesKnowledge of CS-23, CS-25, CS-27, or CS-29 certification requirementsExperience supporting certification audits and regulatory authority interactionsFamiliarity with fatigue, damage tolerance, and structural integrity assessmentsExperience mentoring engineers and providing technical leadership Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
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In short you get:
A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industriesPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programmeLife insurance & Pension SchemeSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildingsFlexible way of working (role dependent)We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.