Mechanical Systems Engineer - Rocket Propulsion Systems
- £35,000 - £52,000 + bonus + excellent bens.
- Kidderminster (Hybrid available)
We're supporting a highly innovative, international engineering organisation at the forefront of advanced propulsion systems, delivering complex, safety-critical products into the defence sector.
Due to continued growth, they're looking to appoint a Mechanical Systems Engineer to join their Development team. This is a rare opportunity to work across the full engineering lifecycle on technically challenging, real‑world applications.
The Opportunity
You’ll play a key role in leading the design and development of complex mechanical systems, working from initial concept through to qualification, production and in‑service support. This is a hands‑on, multidisciplinary role offering exposure to a wide range of engineering principles and specialist areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead design evolution activities to meet customer and programme requirements
- Approve production drawings and ensure manufacturability to relevant standards
- Own and deliver DFMEA activities and support design for manufacture/cost initiatives
- Specify and review structural, thermal and performance analysesPlan, manage and support trials including testing and validation activities
- Lead formal design reviews (PDR, CDR etc.) and ensure actions are closed out
- Produce technical documentation including specifications, reports and compliance evidence
- Act as the technical interface with key customers and stakeholders
- Support investigations, testing and product lifecycle activities
About You
- Degree qualified in Mechanical, Aerospace, Physics or similar engineering discipline
- Experience working within a product development environment (ideally 3+ years)
- Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals (materials, stress, manufacturing)
- Experience working on complex or safety‑critical systems
- Confident communicator, able to present technical information clearly
- Hands‑on approach with strong attention to detail
Desirable
- Experience with DFMEA, design for manufacture/cost
- Exposure to regulated environments (e.g. defence, aerospace, automotive)
- Understanding of quality management systems (e.g. ISO9001 / EN9100)
- Project management experience or familiarity with planning tools
Why Apply?
- Work on cutting‑edge engineering projects with real‑world impact
- Broad technical exposure across multiple disciplines
- Strong career development within a collaborative, expert‑led environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
If you're an engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and wants to be part of something genuinely innovative, this could be the role for you.
