Senior Aircraft Electrical Systems Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Aircraft Electrical Systems Engineer to join their innovative team in Reading . This role is essential for the design, development, integration, and testing of complex electrical power and distribution systems for state-of-the-art aircraft. You will be instrumental in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of these critical systems, working at the forefront of aerospace technology . This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced engineer to contribute to groundbreaking projects and collaborate within a dynamic engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate aircraft electrical power systems, including generation, distribution, and protection components.
• Perform detailed analysis of electrical system performance, load calculations, and fault tolerance studies using specialized software.
• Define system requirements, specifications, and interface control documents (ICDs) for electrical systems.
• Develop and execute rigorous testing and validation plans for electrical components and systems to ensure compliance with aerospace standards .
• Collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines (e.g., avionics, structures, propulsion) to ensure seamless system integration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical system issues encountered during development, testing, and production phases.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior electrical engineers.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in aircraft electrical systems engineering.
• Proven expertise in aircraft electrical system design, power generation (AC/DC), distribution, and protection.
• Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD-704, ARINC 600) and aerospace certification requirements.
• Proficiency with electrical design and analysis tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, PSCAD).
• Excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and experience leading technical teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package, including pension and private health insurance.
• Hybrid working model to foster a productive work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, training, and attending industry events.
• Engaging work on advanced aerospace projects with leading-edge technology.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture that values innovation and technical excellence.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates.