Airworthiness Engineer

Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems.

With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world’s leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide. Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the globe.

We are seeking skilled and motivated Airworthiness Engineers to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the regulatory compliance of the air-to-air refuelling and actuation systems we develop. This role involves working closely with design, operations, and functional teams to ensure that applicable airworthiness standards are identified and met. You will report to the Airworthiness Manager and depending on your level of experience, will help to develop other Airworthiness Engineers within the team.

You will be part of an integrated team including Airworthiness and System Safety specialists, and supporting the wider Office of Airworthiness which maintains and operates under UK MAA DAOS, UK CAA Part 21G and 145, and EASA Part 145 approvals.

• Compliance Assurance: Ensure all designs, modifications and repairs comply with relevant airworthiness regulations and standards.
• Certification: Prepare and review certification documentation for systems and components.
• Inspections: Conduct detailed inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Technical Support: Provide technical support and guidance to engineering and operations teams regarding airworthiness issues.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all airworthiness activities and certifications.
• Regulatory Liaison: Act as a liaison with aviation regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to airworthiness processes and procedures.

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline
• Ideally 2 years as an Airworthiness Engineer or related role

• Knowledge of EASA, FAA, and UK MAA regulations
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Resilience

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
• Flexible working hours
• We make your aspirations matter – Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible
• We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University
• We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people’s lives and the environment through power management technologies.

The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment process.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.