Landing gear engineer

Job Description: Landing Gear Systems Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and select design solutions to meet programme requirements, balancing technical and project perspectives.
• Support LGS integration through system/sub-system interface document development.
• Lead Landing Gear system/sub-system Qualification and Certification (Q&C) activities for future modifications/repairs, including planning, oversight, and evidence evaluation.
• Define and oversee Test and Evaluation (T&E) activities, including physical tests and simulations for compliance verification.
• Manage system/sub-system requirements and generate specifications for Main and Nose Gear, Wheel, Tyre, and Brake systems.
• Control project timelines, ensuring delivery on schedule, within cost, and quality standards.
• Provide support for legacy military systems, including addressing queries, defect reports, and operational occurrences.

Required Skills:

• Basic knowledge of Aircraft System Qualification and Certification.
• Strong process optimization, organizational, and planning skills.
• Experience in project management and work package coordination.
• Expertise in Landing Gear systems development and analysis.
• Proficient in Verification & Validation, including lab and flight test analysis.
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and test case creation.
• Ability to manage and deliver large, complex projects.
• Experience writing technical specifications at both equipment and system levels.
• Expertise in software/systems engineering, particularly in Integration & Verification testing.
• Aerospace (LG Systems) background with familiarity with standards (ARP4754, ARP4761, DO160, DO178, DO254, AFDX, ARINC 429).
• Proficiency in tools like Catia V5, MSC ADAMS, MATLAB, Simulink, or IBM DOORS.
• Experience with LGS Qualification activities and testing methodologies.