At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to develop and maintain propeller systems, ensuring strategic objectives are met.
- Company: Join a leading aerospace company focused on innovation and excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative team driving technological advancements in aviation.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in aerospace engineering while mentoring the next generation of engineers.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in engineering and expertise in propeller systems required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
The Propeller Chief Consulting Engineer leads a team of engineering specialists to deliver the capability required by Dowty for development and maintenance of its existing and future products. The role is responsible for creating, developing, and maintaining the capabilities for propellers, ensuring that both customer and business strategic objectives are achieved consistently and efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical ownership of the Propellers technical pyramid and chair the Propellers Design Board.
- Accountable for delivery of Design Board objectives across all focus areas.
- Engage with Engineering Discipline Leaders to agree competences and development plans for team members.
- Lead, support, and develop the Controlled Title Holder (CTH) team: recruitment, induction, career development, appraisal, training, coaching, and mentoring.
- Collaborate with other Propulsion and Additive Technologies (PAT) and GE Aerospace Pyramids and Design Boards to share best practice and identify opportunities for mutual benefit.
- Spearhead technical excellence within the engineering team, creating and enhancing processes and practices.
- Support improvement activities across the engineering organization, including root cause analysis, problem solving, and strategic programme planning.
- Interface with production and programmes organisations to ensure timely fulfilment of projects, actions, and communication of activities.
- Uphold and develop strong Lean principles, standard work, and daily management within the team; lead and support Lean activities and events.
- Participate in the future strategic direction for engineering, engaging with external partners and introducing new tools and techniques.
- Communicate and report through regular reviews covering status, projects, investigations, risks, and opportunities.
- Participate in the engineering leadership team to improve effectiveness, resolve issues, and develop better processes.
- Financial oversight: budgeting, tracking spend, approving labour voucher costs, travel expenses, and project spend.
- Champion technology, process, and tool advancement across the propeller life cycle.
- Lead design reviews, prepare for Tollgate readiness, and preside over formal technology and design milestone reviews.
- Promote safety and reliability initiatives, supporting certification and ongoing airworthiness.
- Mentor the global Controlled Title Holder community and pipeline.
- Support engineering quality initiatives and document lessons learned.
- Provide technical training and development initiatives.
Chief Consulting Engineer - Propeller Systems employer: IF1200 GE Aviation Systems Limited
At Dowty, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. As a Chief Consulting Engineer in Propeller Systems, you will have the opportunity to lead a talented team while benefiting from comprehensive career development programmes, mentorship, and a commitment to technical excellence. Our location provides a vibrant environment that encourages professional growth and engagement with cutting-edge aerospace technologies, making it a rewarding place to advance your career.
Contact Details:
IF1200 GE Aviation Systems Limited Recruitment Team
