Advanced Fuel Engineer in Bristol

We are seeking talented engineers to join our Airbus Protect team in Filton, UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the customer’s Systems Engineers and Signatories in the development of System‑Level Architecture, Sub‑Systems and Equipment;
• Perform roles that require internal interfacing with Engineers, Certification Specialists and Procurement, and external interface roles such as supplier and vendor management;
• Lead and support the management and completion of deliverables to the customer to meet project milestones as per the Systems Development Process and Project lifecycle;
• Support and lead Project Management activities in support of meeting deliverable targets;
• Support phase reviews and Validation and Verification activities, ensuring activity meets safety and technical needs;
• Manage and coordinate the aircraft systems input to Design Reviews including Process Assurance;
• Author technical reports, including design drivers, architectures, and test results;
• Work within the R&T phase of the development life cycle, developing system / equipment requirement specifications;
• Support the development of the Certification standards, as well as new system architectures and equipment for a future aircraft.

Experience Required

• Engineering degree relevant to aviation system design (e.g. Thermo‑fluid/Mechanical/Electrical/Controls);
• At least 5 years of experience;
• Experience in aircraft systems design activities, including Fluid Mechanics or Control & Indication perimeters;
• Experience in Aircraft Fuel, Hydraulic or Landing Gear Systems is desirable;
• Experience in systems‑based engineering including requirements management and Validation & Verification all the way through to certification;
• Track record of leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and staff members;
• Experience with liquid hydrogen or Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and their applications in aviation is desirable;
• Experience with requirement management tools, e.g. DOORS, is desirable;
• Experience of Project Management is desirable.

Key Attributes

• Team player, keen to share knowledge and work collaboratively within a small team;
• Customer centric and able to build relationships in a matrix environment;
• Strong communication and negotiation skills;
• Autonomous, curious, proactive, rigorous, with great attention to detail;
• Able to manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently for different customers;
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).

Benefits

• 25 days holiday;
• Hybrid working;
• Flexi time;
• Option to purchase holidays;
• Generous pension scheme;
• Eligibility to a company profit sharing scheme;
• Share options;
• Access to a benefits platform offering car leasing, family health plans, dental plan, shopping discounts and more.

About the Role

Permanent position in the Sub‑system development family. Experience level: Professional.

Equal Opportunity

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.