Design Engineer

Location: Prestwick, Ayrshire 

Hours: 37 hours per week (half-day Friday) 

Type: Full-time 

Grade: F

Salary: £49047.00

Travel Required: Occasional 

Work Location: Site-based 100% 

Join One of Ayrshire’s largest Engineering Employers 

Prestwick Aerosystems is proud to continue Ayrshire’s long-standing aircraft manufacturing tradition. From our Prestwick site, we manufacture aircraft wing structures used on Airbus commercial aircraft worldwide. As part of the Airbus family, we play a key role in delivering safe, reliable and high-quality aerospace products.  

The Opportunity: 

The MRB (Material Review Board) Engineering Team provides real time support to the operations functions to ensure the safety and structural integrity of our products in the event of product non-conformances. In this role you will work closely with a highly skilled and motivated Design & Stress team where will you learn and develop towards gaining various technical approvals.  

Being located within easy reach of the production facilities allows you to gain intimate knowledge of the products and associated manufacturing processes which is essential to the role.  

Contributing to the wider business as part of a multi-functional team will not only provide you with a better understanding of all aspects of engineering such Design, Stress, Manufacturing, Operations and Quality but will provide you with the skills and knowledge that enable you to grow both personally and professionally. 

How you will contribute to the team: 

• You will review and approve the work of Structural Analysis team members and contractors, ensuring all outputs meet customer expectations and quality standards. 

• You will select and apply appropriate Structural Analysis methods and techniques for specific work packages, aligning approach with technical and programme needs. 

• You will define and communicate structural requirements for assigned work packages, ensuring clarity and consistency across the team. 

• You will evaluate Structural Analysis tools and methodologies for use within the Business Unit, making informed recommendations to senior management. 

• You will act as a coach and mentor to junior Structures Engineers, supporting their technical development and professional growth. 

About you: 

• Graduate in Engineering discipline 

• Practical or equivalent recognised experience in applying tools, techniques and the use of specialised equipment 

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Company Procedures and standards relating to engineering, health & safety and environment 

Why Prestwick Aerosystems? 

At our Prestwick facility, you’ll find a friendly, forward-thinking workplace with excellent rewards and opportunities to grow your career. 

What we will offer you: 

• 37-hour week (half-day Friday) 

• Defined contribution pension (4% employee / 8% employer) 

• Shift premiums up to 33% (where applicable) 

• Life assurance (4x basic salary) 

• Overtime paid at time and a half 

• 33 days annual leave (rising with service) 

• Annual bonus linked to company performance 

• Virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Program, and wellbeing support 

• Professional development and training opportunities 

• Free on-site car parking   

What Happens Next: 

If you’re ready to build a career that takes you further, apply today.