Experts In Engineering Recruitment For Aerospace And Defence

Are you a Project/Systems engineer with a defence background? Are you looking for a new challenge? KDC is working with DSTL Porton Down to provide an exciting long-term contract for a Project/Systems Engineer to work on a joint operations ISTAR Air, Land and Sea programme for soldiers in remote theatres of war. You'll be developing cutting-edge complex systems within the ISTAR domain and supporting Front Line Command as well as core research programmes. We are looking for SC Cleared British Nationals. To find out more, please click apply!

Are a Prototype Engineer with an electrical or mechanical background looking for your next challenge? KDC are working with a futuristic technology firm based in London to provide a truly unique opportunity to work with a company involved in developing a number of truly futuristic project designed to change the world of tomorrow. They are looking for talented engineers from different industry backgrounds to work on the rapid prototyping of their eVTOL capability. In this role you will required to be highly self-motivated and able to tackle complex problems without oversight in your capacity as a subject matter expert. Our client offers a competitive package that looks to attract the best. For more information, please click apply!

Are you an Enterprise or Infrastructure Architect seeking your next contract opportunity? Do you have experience of working within the public sector and have designed and development Data Centre services and technology? KDC are currently seeking an Enterprise/ Infrastructure Architect to provided data architectural solutions from concept to delivery for the UK Home Office. This initial 12 month contract will offer you the opportunity to; • Design Data Centre services and technology. Ensuring the design moves to AS-A-Service Infrastructure up to and including hypervisor level. • Capture and analysis of data centre tenant requirements, considering capacity, resilience and asset lifecycle. • Clearly document the high and Low level data centre design and configuration. • Leading design reviews and walk-throughs to communicate DC designs and validate proposed solutions • Assisting in the provision of 3rd line support as required. • Ensuring the strategic fit of the DC services into the HO Enterprise Services ITOC. • Responsible for ensuring the design and compliance of ATO including working with security assessors. Due to the sensitive nature of this role we can only consider British Nationals with current SC clearance. If this is something of interest then please apply through the following methods!

KDC are currently looking for experienced Avionics Systems & Development Engineers for an exciting opportunity in Japan. You will be contributing to the successful development and entry into service of a new aircraft and assuring that type certification is compliant to all applicable avionics environmental requirements. You will be involved in planning the qualification activities relating to new avionics and new development. Functions • Analyse Qualification Test Documentation and provide expertise to the Avionics Systems Designer relating to RTCA/DO-160 Environmental Qualification. Evaluating the Supplier's QT Data against DO-160 and requirements. • Participate in Avionic Test Plan Analysis. • Coordinate with Avionics Design Team, Electromagnetic Effects group and Suppliers to resolve any open items/comments/deviation or missing information in the qualification supplier's evidences (QTP, QTR, QSAR, TSO, etc.) • Closure of the TSOA/ QTRs/ QSARs findings and deviations; • Identify the additional test required for qualification and prepare the appropriate documentation (RFQ, QTplan, QTP, QTR) assuring compliance of test plans and artefacts with the company standards. Job Requirements: Minimum 5+ years of broad avionics engineering experience. Including 5 years' experience specific to company test and certification test (Rig, Ground, Flight). Must be familiar with: • Experience in DO-160 Qualification activities • Experience in certification activities pertinent to Part 25 aircrafts with FAA/EASA/JCAB • Experience with TSO, QSAR and Test Procedures/Reports • Experience with test equipment and/or systems Keywords: Avionics, environmental test, environmental qualification, QTP, QTR, FAA/ EASA/ JCAB/ CAA, Test procedures, certification

KDC are currently working with an exciting company based in Japan, looking for a Flight Control Systems Engineer. Role Description The responsible engineer will perform activities related to development and analysis of FCS (Flight Control System) actuation requirements. The scope of this effort will include interfacing with various other aircraft functional and engineering teams to coordinate and obtain approval for any task assigned, ultimately contributing to flight control system development and certification. The responsible engineer will be required to: • Design and test Servo-Hydraulic flight control actuators for fly-by-wire aircraft platform. • System design, requirements management, systems specifications, interface management, system safety assessment, verification and validation testing, aircraft flight test, and aircraft/system qualification and certification. • Possess a fundamental understanding of aircraft system development principles, including SAE ARP4754A, SAE ARP4761 • Capture aircraft-level, system-level, and equipment-level requirements, in addition to associated validation evidence using IBM Rational DOORS in accordance with substantiated monitor design details. • Apply knowledge of certification methodology, regulatory guidance, and industry standards towards design of safety-critical functions • Define primary and secondary Flight Control System schematics and architecture • Develop component level requirements derived from top level system requirements • Perform clean sheet component layouts for Flight Control Systems in support of schematic architecture • Perform kinematic studies and system performance analysis for powered Flight Control Systems • Collaborates with the Integrated Product Team to resolve cross functional issues • Review work performed by others and ensure work is to the highest standard • Implements Industry best engineering practices (design for manufacturing, design for reliability and design for maintainability) • Have the ability to generate Flight Controls certification documents in support of design and qualification requirements • Implement design solutions optimized for cost and weight • Manages task execution to ensure on-time and on-target completion • Searches for problem root cause and develop corrective action plans and solutions • Serves as a primary interface within the Flight Control Systems group to ensure effective communication, coordination, and timely completion of project milestones • Leads or participates in design / development reviews with management and internal customers; will deliver technical presentations effectively to a diverse and demanding audience • Investigate and disposition production line build issues and be familiar with Material Review Board processes For more information click apply! Keywords: Design, Test, Servo, hydraulic, systems development, SAE ARP4754A, SAE ARP4761, flight control ,system, development, certification, IBM, DOORS, system, performance, analysis, aircraft-level, system-level, equipment-level requirements

KDC are currently working with an exciting company based in Japan, looking for a Core Compliance Expert to support the development and certification of a new aircraft. Required profile: 10+ years of engineering experience in assigned function, including development programs in the domain Previous experience in as a CAA engineer or engineering delegate Strong knowledge of global certification requirements and compliance standards Significant experience interfacing with regulators to support certification agreements Significant experience resolving cross-functional engineering compliance issues Firm understanding of authority & industry roles in rulemaking and compliance Ability to provide a strong voice in support of certification and compliance needs when working with senior engineering and program leadership Ready and excited to work dynamically in a complex environment Scope of Work: Serves as primary contact for technical compliance communication to agency specialists Validates certification documents (including CPs, compliance reports, and IP/CRI/CAI positions) in their discipline to ensure quality of the company certification products, prior to regulatory review Coordinates with applicable engineering team(s) / IPTs guiding cert team & supporting design assessments for compliance Supports CMO in establishment of executable process and compliance standards Is counterpart to lead specialist at the JCAB, FAA, and EASA Is primary escalation path for compliance issues within discipline, drive clear For more information click apply! Keywords: Compliance, certification, JCAB, FAA, EASA, Airworthiness, Design, compliance reports, compliance process,

KDC are currently working with an exciting company based in Japan, looking for a Flight Control Law Team Leader. The primary role of this position is to lead activities of the Flight Control Law team and the main scope of the work is to manage the team with specialized technical background and knowledge regarding Control Laws Design, Verification and Certification. The engineer is expected to provide hands-on assistance on program development, with innovative ideas and able to adapt successfully to changing situations and environments. This will include some technical work, such as documentation checking, internal coordination of regulatory aspects of Engineering, Tools, Pilot Simulation and Flight Test and Validation and Verification. This will also include interfacing with all other aircraft functions, engineering teams to coordinate and obtain the approval of any task assigned contributing to the aircraft design and certification. Scope of Work: (The team leader will work as a team leader of Flight Control Law Team in Flight Dynamics Group. Basic work scope is to manage Flight Control Law team to develop and finalize program T/C design, focusing primarily on Control Laws Design, evaluation, verification and optimization. This activity includes; • Planning, managing and controlling of Control Law design related activities • Planning, managing and controlling of Desktop Simulations related activities • Planning, managing and controlling of Manned Simulations related activities • Planning, managing and controlling of Flight Test related activities • Planning, managing and controlling of Validation and Verification related activities • Support to problem report resolution, including interaction with the pilot community. • Support to tools, methods and analysis environment development • Support to integration activities with other areas of the organization including Flight Control Systems, Aeroelastics, Loads • Preparation of documentation to support Certification and, if requested, coordination with authorities (JCAB, EASA, FAA) • All tasks required to perform above activities are considered within work scope; reviewing related documents, technical calculation, interface discussion with the team members and all the other stakeholders including systems, structures, manufacturing, customer support, and partners. • Education and mentoring of company members about professional knowledge of Control Laws design and qualification is required on an on-going basis. • Provide expertise to assist in resolving Control Laws issues identified during any desktop analysis, piloted simulation, rig testing or Flight testing. • Further support to Auto-Land and Auto-Pilot Systems and/or activities related to other derivative aircrafts may be added to the work scope, as required. For more information click apply! Keywords: Control, Simulation, Law, Flight Control, design , certification, verification, lead, simulation, Flight test analysis, JCAB, EASA, FAA, CAA

KDC are currently working alongside a key client in the aerospace industry who are looking to add a Avionics Design Engineer to their team. Providing support to the design team, you will have a solid understanding of Avionic Design and experience of avionic and electrical systems (flight navigation, IFE's Interior Lighting etc.) and have worked in an EASA Part 21J environment. Responsibilities: • Customer Liaison • Preparation of certification plans and records • Involvement in technical reviews • Preparation of systems and equipment assessments • Compilation of design and certification documents including EWIS/EZAP Background • Strong background in avionics and electrical systems (experience with Interior lighting, IFE, flight and navigation systems is desirable) • Strong interpersonal skills and able to liaise directly with customers at a technical level. • EASA Part 21J and MAA DAOS approval knowledge. • Relevant technical qualifications including an apprenticeship, further educational qualifications such as a degree, or specific training with appropriate discipline specific knowledge. • 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. Keywords: aerospace, CAA, EASA, Certification, Design, Avionics, Electrical, Part 21 J, MAA DAOS, part 145, subpart j, IFE, navigation, garmin

KDC are currently working with an exciting company based in Japan, looking for a Lead Mechanical Systems Engineer with a specialism within ATA26 and Fire & Smoke Detection Systems. [Mechanical System Team Leader] The Mechanical System will work as a Mechanical System Design Specialist for ATA 26-10 (Fire & Smoke Detection) and ATA 26-20 (Fire extinguishing). This includes all FPS system design aspects and interfaces within the FPS team and all other engineering teams; as well as interfacing with the FPS component suppliers in order to achieve the correctness and completeness necessary for FPS certification in the program. 3. Work Location: The primary work location will be in Nagoya, Japan. However, the job may involve international travel. Deployment for extended periods to USA to support Flight Tests may be necessary. 4. Scope of Work: Basic work scope is to provide technical assistance to the development and certification of the program, focusing primarily on FPS performance assessment and optimization. This activity includes: • Lead a team of about 20 FPS Engineers and Certification specialist to navigate through the Design, Test and Certification process for the aircraft. • Manage team objectives and Goal setting, and adopt and support company Performance Measurement tools when available. • Remove roadblocks and provide solutions to both technical and managerial challenges. • Ensure the company's processes are followed. Champion tool and process improvements to increase team efficiency where necessary. • Support task prioritization and achieving deliverables. Provide adequate distribution of workload to ensure projects are completed timely. • Balance and Identify Resource gaps to enable on time delivery of aircraft Deliverable's. Support and drive resource gap closure. • Support reporting key metrics to management and Program Managers to ensure correct visibility is given to key issues • Provide Technical direction to the Team to enable development and finalize the program T/C design, compliant to all applicable requirements. This activity includes, but not limited to: • Evaluate the current aircraft design for FPS, with respect to compliance to related airworthiness regulations of JCAB, FAA and EASA. • Conduct design review of FPS components, • Coordinate with system suppliers for the design, certification, and development schedule. • Create and/or review Qualification test plans for FPS. • Review Certification plan for FPS. Manage schedule of design and certification activities for FPS, with related personnel. 1.Team Leader is mandated to meet the schedule by resolving problems and mitigating risk. Coordinate Interaction with other stakeholders (etc. PMO, SCM, and other engineering teams) 2.All tasks required to perform above activities are considered within work scope; initiating/ reviewing related documents, discussion with people concerned both within the company and it's partners. 3.Over 10 years experienced for designated design area. For more information click apply! Keywords: ATA26, ATA26-10, Fire protection, systems engineering, V&V, verification, validation, Doors, FPS, Fire protection suppliers, components, requirements Fire & Smoke Detection

KDC are currently working with an exciting company based in Japan, looking for a V&V Engineer with a specialism within ATA26 and Fire Protection Systems. The System Engineer will work as a Validation and Verification (V&V) Specialist for ATA 26 (Fire Protection System - FPS). This includes all FPS system design aspects and interfaces within the FPS team and all other engineering teams; as well as interfacing with the FPS component suppliers in order to achieve the correctness and completeness necessary for FPS certification in the program Scope of Work: Basic work scope is to provide technical assistance to the development and certification of the program, focusing primarily on leading V&V activities within the FPS engineering department Work Experience and Skillset: • Having the necessary technical background and competence in the system design as defined in this SOW scope • Having over 5 years of experience for the designated system design area • Having firm understanding and experience working with data base managements systems including DOORS • Be prepared to work as a team member in a multi-cultural and international working environment at the Headquarter based in Japan • The engineer must be able to utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, working in a team environment as well as identifying potential issues with the ability to plan and implement short and long term goals in aircraft development The work activities include: • Lead DOORS modules structure establishment and modifications • Act as design and strategy V&V focal • Lead incorporation of supporting evidences into DOORS • Support DOORS modules structure such as linkage strategy, report generation and completeness • Support Subsystem Engineers (requirement owners) in regards to DOORS at Equipment and System Levels • Ensure integration of FPS DOORS modules with: oAircraft Requirements oSupplier Requirements / Specification / Drawings, etc. oSafety Requirements For more information click apply! Keywords: ATA26, Fire protection, systems engineering, V&V, verification, validation, Doors, FPS, Fire protection suppliers, components, requirements

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!

Are you a Systems Engineer within the automotive or aerospace industry with experience developing complex systems? Are you looking for a new challenge at the forefront of modern engineering? KDC are currently working with a futuristic and rapidly growing Aerospace company based in Germany, who are developing the world's first all-electric vertical take-off and landing air taxi which is going to change travel as we know it. We are currently looking for a Systems Engineer who is able to relocate to Germany on a permanent basis. Within this role you will be a technical lead in an exciting role that encompasses the development of simulation models, management of the validation and verification process and requirements management at the aircraft level As this company are truly working at the forefront of emerging and disruptive aerospace technology, we need people who are not scared to tackle complex challenges and push the boundaries of engineering. You'll need a degree in an appropriate Engineering field and at least 2 years of professional experience in the development of complex systems. As well as working in this exciting and innovative business; this opportunity is also offering a competitive expatriate salary with an inclusive benefits package. Could this be the next step in your career? Click apply to learn more!