At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop advanced electrical systems for flight simulators in a dynamic team.
- Company: Leading aerospace company focused on innovative flight simulation technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, generous holiday, private medical insurance, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and grow within a high-performing environment.
- Why this job: Join a cutting-edge team and make a real impact in aviation safety and training.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team developing cutting-edge flight simulation technology. These systems replicate real-world aircraft environments and play a critical role in pilot training and aviation safety worldwide. This role offers the chance to work at the forefront of aerospace innovation, contributing to the design and delivery of advanced electrical and electro-mechanical hardware systems in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.
You will play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of electrical hardware solutions for complex simulation systems. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept through to validation and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:- Design and develop electrical hardware systems for advanced flight simulators
- Produce technical specifications, schematics, and electrical designs
- Develop power distribution systems (single & three-phase), including protection and cable sizing
- Collaborate with software, systems, and mechanical teams to deliver integrated solutions
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety-critical requirements
- Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting of hardware systems
- Support EMC design and testing activities
- Engage with suppliers for component selection and integration
- Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation across hardware capabilities
- Support or mentor junior engineers where appropriate
- Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or similar
- 5-10 years experience in electrical hardware design (aerospace, defence, simulation, or similar)
- Strong experience with:
- Electrical design and power distribution systems
- Electrical CAD tools (schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts)
- EMC principles (grounding, shielding, filtering)
- Hardware testing, validation, and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of BS 7671, Low Voltage Directive, EMC Directive
- Experience working across the full product lifecycle (concept to production)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary teams
- Chartered Engineer (or working towards)
- Experience in flight simulation, avionics, or aerospace systems
- Exposure to computing system integration (rack systems, cooling, data cabling)
- Background in high-reliability or safety-critical environments
- Competitive salary + discretionary annual bonus
- Pension (matched up to 7%)
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy/sell)
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Group income protection
- Employee assistance & wellbeing support (24/7)
- Retail, travel, and leisure discounts
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer looking to work on complex, high-impact systems at the cutting edge of aerospace technology.
Electrical Engineer in England employer: Holt Recruitment
Join a leading aerospace company that champions innovation and excellence in flight simulation technology. With a strong focus on employee development, we offer a collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued, alongside competitive benefits such as a generous pension scheme, private medical insurance, and opportunities for continuous learning. Located in a dynamic environment, this role not only allows you to work on groundbreaking projects but also supports your professional growth in a thriving industry.
