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Do you have a background in Airworthiness Design? Would you like to work for a well established DOA? Then this could be for you! KDC are working with a Part 21J approved Design Organisation based in the South that provide installations and modifications across a variety of aircraft including small and large, fixed and rotary wing. They are currently seeking an Airworthiness Design Engineer to join their team to be responsible for airworthiness and certification activities. Main Responsibilities: • Preparation of design certification documents • Liaison with customers to address design requirements/delivery dates/queries • Checking design certification documents • Maintaining an awareness of current aeronautical practices/issues • Ensuring that all design procedures are adhered to • Participating with Regulatory audits as required • Assist in the developing internal procedures and processes • Assist in the approval of external testing facilities • Peer group training, e.g. mentoring new staff, developing existing staff knowledge • Liaison with European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) or tasked National Aviation Authority (NAA) Detailed requirements for the position: • Reviewing and defining aircraft certification basis • Compiling / checking certification documents e.g Compliance Checklist and Compliance Checklist • Compiling / checking test plans, witness testing and compiling test reports • Reviewing equipment approvals, e.g. TSO, ETSO • Compiling / checking Equipment Approval Reports Keywords: Airworthiness, Design, Aerospace, Aviation, Defence, Part 21J, EASA, Part 21 J, Subpart J, Certification

Do you have a background in Aerospace Structural Design? Would you like to work for a well established DOA? Then this could be for you! KDC are working with a Part 21J approved Design Organisation based in the South that provide installations and modifications across a variety of aircraft including small and large, fixed and rotary wing. They are currently seeking a Structural Design Engineer to join their team to be responsible for design, certification and project management activities. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Preparation of structural documents (e.g. substantiation reports) Adhering to project timescales/time management of own projects Addressing in-service difficulty reports/design queries after completion of a design Providing on-site assistance to aircraft surveys or aircraft maintenance staff Maintaining an awareness of current aeronautical practices/issues Continued professional development: attending training courses, seminars, etc. Peer group training, e.g. mentoring new staff, developing existing staff knowledge The successful candidate will have the following experience: Compiling / checking substantiation reports (including stress analysis) Compiling / checking test plans and reports Reviewing equipment approvals, e.g. TSO, ETSO Compiling / checking weight and balance schedule amendment instructions Competent user of Office programs, e.g. Word, Excel Knowledge of stress corrosion and SCC Knowledge of design assurance requirements of EASA Part 21J Knowledge of airworthiness requirements, e.g. CS/Part-25 Knowledge or use of calculation program, e.g. Mathcad

KDC are working closely with a Design Organisation based in the South West looking to add a Design Assurance Manager to their team. Working in a close knit environment, you will be responsible for administering the companies design assurance system. You will ensure the efficiency of the design assurance system through the Independent Monitoring System, through an independent auditing and reporting system, to monitor the continued compliance and effectiveness of the entire Design Organisation and its processes with the requirements of EASA Part 21. Key Attributes: • Completed suitable education/training of ISO 9001 and EASA Part 21 Subpart J auditing processes. An understanding of UK CAA A8-21 and UK MAA DAOS requirements would also be an advantage. • Minimum 2 years auditing experience within previous position to monitor compliance with the above requirements, or an approved EASA Form 4 Holder in a previous role. • A full understanding of the regulatory requirements of EASA Part 21 Subpart J for Design Assurance. • Be of a character that displays a thorough methodical approach and shows attention to detail. • Maintain an un-compromised position towards auditing compliance of process and procedures to the requirements of the company's EASA and DAOS Scopes of Approval. • Computer literate (conversant with MS Office software such as Word or Excel, and AutoCAD computer aided design software), and familiar with EASA, CAA and FAA websites. The client will consider someone on a part time or full time basis. For more information on this role click apply!

Do you have a background in Aerospace Mechanical Design? Would you like to work for a well established DOA? Then this could be for you! KDC are working with a Part 21J approved Design Organisation based in the South that provide installations and modifications across a variety of aircraft including small and large, fixed and rotary wing. They are currently seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team to be responsible for design, certification and project management activities. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Preparation of design documents, design drawings and CAD models • Checking drawings and/or documents • Liaison with customers to address design requirements/delivery dates/queries • Assisting with customer quotations where requested • Adhering to project timescales/time management of own projects • Represents the DOA to customers and regulatory agencies within the mechanical design area of expertise • Peer group training, e.g. mentoring new staff, developing existing staff knowledge • Addressing in-service difficulty reports/design queries after completion of a design The successful candidate will have the following experience: • Create concepts and produce design schemes for the mechanical design element required to meet the customer requirements • Produce preliminary and detailed mechanical designs, this including but not limited to: • Compiling / checking substantiation reports • Compiling / checking test plans and report reports • Reviewing equipment approvals, e.g. TSO, ETSO • Compiling / checking weight and balance schedule amendment instructions Keywords: CS23, CS25, CS27, CS29, Mechanical, Design, Mechanical Design, Part 21J, Part 21 J, Subpart J, DOA, Aerospace, Aviation, Defence

Do you have a background in Avionics? Would you like to work for a well established DOA? Then this could be for you! KDC are working with a Part 21J approved Design Organisation based in the South that provide installations and modifications across a variety of aircraft including small and large, fixed and rotary wing. They are currently seeking an Avionics/Electrical Design Engineer to join their team to be responsible for design and certification activities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Preparation of design documents & design drawings • Checking drawings and/or documents • Liaison with customers to address design requirements/delivery dates/queries • Assisting with customer quotations where requested • Adhering to project timescales/time management of own projects • Represents the DOA to customers and regulatory agencies within the avionics/electrical area of expertise • Peer group training, e.g. mentoring new staff, developing existing staff knowledge • Addressing in-service difficulty reports/design queries after completion of a design The successful candidate will have the following experience: • Create concepts and produce design schemes for the Avionic / Electrical systems required to meet the customer requirements • Produce Avionics / electrical design and documentation, including but not limited to: • Assist in the creation of certification documentation • Compiling / checking electrical load analysis • Reviewing equipment approvals, e.g. TSO, ETSO • Compiling / checking EMC/ HIRF testing/ documentation

Are you a driven and ambitious software engineer with the ambition to redefine the urban landscape of tomorrow? Are you looking for a new opportunity that will truly challenge you? KDC is working with a futuristic technology company that has assembled a team of world class engineers working within software, AI and robotics to tackle the most complex and demanding problems facing urban mobility. They have successfully developed a range of capabilities and technologies that will shape the cities of tomorrow, as well as state of the art R&D and manufacturing facilities. Our client is building a new software team in London that is seeking to rethink how products are designed and they are looking to take on talented engineers with diverse skill sets to develop a cutting edge Multiphysics system. Candidates will be able to define their own activities and will have the freedom to pursue the development of state-of-the-art technologies. We'd love to speak with you if you have proven software development experience and expertise within some of the following areas: • Computational Fluid Dynamics • FEA - experience with open source tools or proprietary • Optimization Mathematics • Modelling of physical systems including structural and kinematic. • Simulation areas including vehicle dynamics simulation, NVH, heat transfer, acoustics, manufacturing • High Performance Computing, scientific computing • Computational geometry, topology • Scientific visualization • Machine Learning, deep learning • Uncertainty Quantification methods • Multiple programming languages and paradigms This software team will work with all product teams within our client's business as well as interfacing with their advanced robotic manufacturing capability. Our client offers a career where you'll have the chance to work with the most advanced technologies available within design science, as well as the opportunity to progress within a highly ambitious business where the mission is to take on the future's most complex engineering challenges. Want to find out how you could be involved? Click apply for more details.

KDC are currently looking for Composite Stress Engineers for a contract based a client in Germany developing an exciting new aircraft. The role will involve producing analysis and stress reports for all areas of the aircraft including primary structures. With a sound knowledge of Airworthiness requirements, ideally around CS-23, you will have a good understanding of stress analysis techniques including classical hand calculations and FEA. Background: • Knowledge of F&DT techniques and dynamic analysis • Evaluating design concepts and making design recommendations • Exposure to the design process across the product lifecycle • Knowledge of Nastran/Patran • Producing comprehensive stress reports For more information click apply! Stress, composite, CS23, structure, aerospace, nastran, patran

Are you an experienced Design Engineer? Are you looking for your next opportunity? If so, we may have the role you've been looking for! KDC are looking for experienced Design Engineers for contract opportunities to be based in Bristol. The contract itself will involve working on the A350 CPD wing and supporting customer requirements as well as other various work packages. Tasking involves ·Modification of existing drawings/generation of new drawings as required ·Generation of supporting change documentation ·Attending technical reviews Key experience and skills ·CATIA V5 ·Experience in a relevant field specific to A350 ·Airbus VPM/PDM certificates to confirm you have completed the training. ·Checking experience would be an advantage *Please note candidates must have the right to work in the EU.* For more information please call Adam on 01202 596371

Are you a Supplier Quality Engineer looking for a progressive role in a within a purchasing team that focuses on NPI, supplier performance and development? The primary responsibility is to help in pro-actively engaging the Purchasing function & supply base in the New Product Introduction (NPI) process. Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: -Drive proactive project management through each project phase, to deliver a seamless series production launch. -Assist with ensuring active global Purchasing participation throughout the design process / stages of NPI (Strategy Phase, Concept Phase, Development Phase, Pilot Phase, and Production Phase). -Specific attention to be given to program monitoring and preparing material for reporting on group performance at regular intervals, dictated by project gateways and updates to KPI's at regular review points. -Control extends upstream to ensure material is ordered to support PD builds in a timely manner, through to governance to ensure supplier PPAP submission performance is in line with plan -Ongoing role development will be with the Fabrications Supplier Development Engineer, where the primary responsibility of the incumbent is to help with development of new and existing suppliers worldwide, in terms of Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, Management (QCLDM). -Provide leadership in resolution of quality problems associated with purchased materials from CPI through to warranty cost recovery related to supplier quality. -Leadership in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activity, engaging Engineering personnel to achieve cost effective, manufacturable designs, resulting in robust Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) completion. -Leadership: - This position has no direct reports. The incumbent must exhibit strong leadership qualities to ensure that team members and suppliers agree to and deliver against commitments in a timely manner. In addition, the incumbent will be required to represent the Purchasing team in both internal and external review meetings. Skills, experience & qualifications you will have; -Degree in Engineering / Manufacturing or equivalent extensive experience -Excellent computer skills i.e. data analysis (Excel) and presentation (PowerPoint) necessary -Ability to communicate at all levels and the ability to listen to others, along with the ability to work on own initiative is important to the job. -Solid ability to use and demonstrate statistical and problem-solving tools is required. Skills, experience & qualifications you may have; -Engineering or manufacturing background plus familiarity with manufacturing processes used to produce components and assemblies for Caterpillar Products is desirable. -Previous experience / understanding of New Product Introduction (NPI) processes including Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) & Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) -Knowledge of manufacturing processes and purchasing systems If the position sounds of interest, please send your CV's through and call Eugene on 01202 596366.

Do you have a background in Safety and Reliability and would like the opportunity to have an impact on the future of urban mobility? KDC are currently looking for a Safety and Reliability Manager; to be based within a successful, futuristic and rapidly growing Aerospace company based in Germany. This company is developing the world's first all-electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft which is going to change travel as we know it. This aircraft is going to hit the market by storm in 2025. This position requires the best engineers who thrive in an innovative environment and love to tackle new engineering problems and tasks. As a Safety and Reliability Engineer/ Manager within this organisation, you will take responsibility for the full life cycle analysis of the aircraft. You will lead the system safety and reliability activities, derive the relevant system design integrity objectives, and verify that the design implementation meets the required safety and reliability objectives. You will also use your skill set in the following areas; • Managing and performing safety system safety assessments • Performing system reliability assessments, including failure modes and effects analysis. • Liaise closely with other engineers and specialists within the business As well as working in this exciting and innovative business; this opportunity is also offering a competitive expatriate salary with an inclusive benefits package. If you'd like to learn more, please get in contact through the methods shown! Keywords: safety manager, reliability manager, safety engineer, reliability engineer, system safety, FHA, CCA, FMEA, aircraft, aerospace, aviation, e-VTOL

Are you a Software Engineer experienced in the development of safety critical systems? We're working on an exciting role in Germany for a BMS Software Engineer to lead the development of embedded software for the Battery Management System of an eVTOL aircraft at the forefront of modern technology. You'll be: • Implementing application level safety critical software for Li-ion Battery management System • Defining requirements • Testing and validating newly developed and existing BMS software, test automation • Cooperating with hardware engineers • Assisting in FMEA You'll need: • A relevant degree • Professional experience of developing functional safety software • Experience in software test and verification

KDC Resource are working with a leading organisation in the Space and Defence Industry who are seeking an Electro/Mechanical Build Inspector to join their team in Stevenage! 20% shift uplift Area Mars Rover Bio Cleanroom Main Duties & Responsibilities ·Electro/Mechanical Build Inspector to working in a class 7 Bio Cleanroom on a shift Patten of 4 days on 4 days off rotating early and lates shifts ·The Build Inspector will oversee all Quality activities within the Bio cleanroom, responsible for the verification of flight hardware to Drawing in line with Work Instruction, Processes and Procedures. This will includes the raising and control of Non-conformance reports against complaints.. ·The Build inspector predominantly will cover assembly build verification using Hand measuring tooling IAW Drg they will also need to cover Resistance measurement using DMM ·Bioburden training for this area will be given Required ·Able to understand electro and Mechanical drawings ·Competent in the use of Hand Measurement tooling ·Able to use read and understand resistant measurements using DMM. ·Working a 4 on 4 off double day shift ·Cover Patrol audits of Works Instructions, ACS and assembly technicians' activities ·Willing to work overseas with the project if required Desirable ·Recognised time served in the aero-space industry or equivalent ·Working in a Bio class 7 Cleanroom. ·ESA certificated soldering knowledge. ·Willing to travel abroad for long duration Ideal Person Specification •Able to work in a team. •Confident enough to challenge technicians. •Able to suggest improvements in everyday ways of working.