Project Engineer

Moog Aircraft Group is looking for a full time Project Engineer to join as a valued team member in an established engineering team within the Product Development department at our Tewkesbury UK facility.
The Product Development Engineering team, lead new product development from initial concept design through to certification of mechanical hardware for use on aircraft applications. We work on a range of high-profile military and commercial aerospace programmes providing electrohydraulic components for flight control and engine control applications.

We have moved into a State-of-the-Art facility where we have direct access to the latest engineering design technologies such as: Design modelling software, stress FEA and CFD analysis software with associated high-performance computing, prototype manufacture (3D printing and traditional manufacturing capability) and bespoke in house development and environmental performance testing. The position supports the opportunity for training and development within these areas. In this role, you'll be working on high pressure hydraulic components and with lightly damped mechanical assemblies where an understanding of hydraulic performance would be required. You will guide the evolution of the conceptual design, technical project planning, cost estimates, detail design and development testing. This requires occasional travel and the organisation of presentations to customers. The nature of this role is extremely varied but with a bias towards component performance, validation and project planning.
This position will likely suit an individual who is proven to have a range of problem solving skills in the field of project engineering and is prepared to turn their hand to new challenges.

Ability to perform engineering tasks across a product development process (APQP).
Can understand customer specifications and translate requirements into validation test procedures.
Coordinate development test work in validating product performance (typical tests: static, fatigue, vibration, thermal, fluid dynamics etc).
Report writing, presenting and communicating technical work to engineers, non-technical individuals both internally and externally.
Ensures successful completion of the assigned project phase within the budgeted time and cost constraints.
Three or more years of relevant experience.

Desirable Skills and Experience:
Mechanical engineering experience and training.
Problem solving and investigation skills.
Familiarity in Mathcad Prime.
Advanced MS Office user (focused on MS Word, MS Excel).
Interpretation of engineering drawings and experience with CAD software, preferably Siemens NX or equivalent.
Analysis and report checking, signatory rights in previous positions would be desirable.
Understanding of Project Management and MS Project.
You are likely to have knowledge and understanding of aerospace materials and a good understanding of the influence of manufacturing processes on the strength of components.
Leadership qualities to influence, support and empower junior engineers in areas of expertise.
A degree in Engineering is highly desirable, though not essential.

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. Working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life both at work and beyond. At Moog, you'll find a warm, respectful, family-like environment where you can make a meaningful impact from day one. With a longstanding career within a culture of trust and innovation, you'll have the opportunity to grow alongside talented colleagues who share your passion., You Matter at Moog - Our Mission and Vision
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Moog aspires to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company where employees are empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work every day. By recognizing and celebrating our differences, we cultivate an environment that's the right fit for every person inside of it., About Moog, Inc.:

Our company began in 1951 with Bill Moog's invention, the servo valve, a device which became the heart of high performance motion control systems. Today, Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B) is a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of motion control parts and systems.
Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, we proudly serve customers in more than 90 countries. Our operations extend to more than 27 countries and our talented, global workforce is nearly 13,000 strong.
Our company is organized into three operating groups: Aircraft, Industrial, and Space and Defense. Our high-performance systems control military and commercial aircraft, satellites and space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, automated industrial machinery, and marine and medical equipment. What sets Moog apart is our commitment to creating high-performance solutions that solve our customers' most difficult technical challenges.
But it's more than technical excellence that defines us. Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our employees enjoy tackling interesting technical challenges in a culture of trust. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

You'll have access to learning and development opportunities that will empower you to grow both personally and professionally.
You'll enjoy the advantages of working in a state-of-the-art engineering and manufacturing facility with free parking, electric car charging access and an onsite gym.
We offer a comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package including (but not limited to) 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays), access to mental health support and expert financial advice, Life Assurance, a Company Pension Contribution starting at 6%, Employee Share Scheme options, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.