Principal Engineer Flight Physics

engineering and technical judgements based on the analysis of Flight Physics dataApplying Flight Physics principles and concepts to a range of work in the domainEvaluation and testing of aircraft performance, handling and flightsEvaluation and testing of Flight Control Systems, Engine Control and Air Data SystemsMentoring junior team members within the departmentEssential experience of the Principal Engineer: Understanding of Rotary Wing Flight Physics principles and conceptsDemonstrable track record in delivery performanceKnowledge of military aerospace Rotary Wing platformsKnowledge of MAA and Civil regulationsIdeally five to ten years post-graduation Flight Physics experience, preferably in advice, research and consultancyExperience of working with the UK military, aerospace and other defence customersEssential qualifications for the Principal Engineer:A first degree in Science or Engineering, or an equivalent, nationally recognised, professional qualification, with typically further on
the job experience and growth of key skills, working in the domainChartered Engineer or Incorporated EngineerWe value difference and we don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Bristol site with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week. We can also accommodate the Principle Engineer being based at our Farnborough or Boscombe Down sites.BristolThe QinetiQ facility in Bristol is part of the company's broader operation focused on defence and technology innovation. The site houses a diverse team of engineers, scientists and technical professionals who bring expertise to various projects ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

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We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing One of our recruitment team will contact you.Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Why Join

QinetiQ?As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there's never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.As a QinetiQ employee, you'll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you'll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assuranceGenerous
• holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional daysOptions to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental InsuranceEmployee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much moreWe are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition SchemeVolunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community#LI-RB1#UKD