Certification Engineer (Mechanically Biased)

Engineer – Aerospace & Defence

Location: Ellesmere Port
Security Clearance: Due to the nature of this work, this role is open to British Nationals only

About Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of safety and survival solutions across the Aerospace and Defence sectors. Their mission is simple yet vital: to protect lives. With a strong legacy of innovation and engineering excellence, they develop products that perform in the most demanding environments—and now they’re looking for talented engineers to join their team.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and talented Engineer to join our client’s Aerospace & Defence Engineering team. This is a hands-on role at the heart of mission-critical product development—taking ideas from concept through to qualification and manufacture.

You’ll be instrumental in delivering safe, innovative solutions for some of the most safety-sensitive environments in the world. This opportunity is ideal for engineers with 2–5 years of experience seeking meaningful work in a high-integrity, high-impact industry.
Please note: This position is only open to British Nationals due to project security requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Interpret customer and regulatory requirements to create compliant engineering solutions

• Perform engineering assessments, simulations, and physical testing to validate design performance

• Lead technical communication and coordination with subcontractors and suppliers

• Apply structured safety analysis techniques such as FMECA and DFMEA

• Support continuous improvement across engineering processes and product lifecycles

• Document and deliver detailed engineering outputs aligned to internal and industry standards

• Promote and uphold a safety-first engineering culture

• Actively participate in personal development and professional training initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• British National eligible for UK security clearance

• Degree-qualified in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems or related field)

• 2–5 years of experience in a relevant engineering environment (aerospace, defence, or safety-critical)

• Understanding of aerospace product qualification processes and regulatory compliance

• Experience with product safety analysis (FMECA, DFMEA)

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• A team player who embraces collaboration and continuous improvement

Our Client’s Values

Our client’s culture is built around core values that define how they work:

• Safety First – Never compromising on the safety of people or products

• Customer Focused – Delivering value, trust, and reliability

• People Driven – Investing in individuals and building high-performing teams

• Excellence Always – Striving for quality in every detail

• Innovative Spirit – Driving change and embracing new ideas

• Act with Integrity – Doing the right thing, even when it’s not easy

Why Join Our Client?

• Be part of an organisation where your work saves lives

• Engage in meaningful projects in Aerospace & Defence

• Collaborate with industry experts and develop your technical capability

• Gain support for personal and professional development

• Join a business that values integrity, excellence, and innovation

Ready to Engineer Safety and Save Lives?
Apply today and play your part in developing next-generation aerospace and defence safety solutions.
This role is strictly open to British Nationals only.