ALTEN
Aerospace DFMEA Engineer
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Company Description
ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.
Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.
Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!
Job Description
Are you an experienced Aerospace DFMEA Engineer looking to make an impact in the aerospace industry? Join ALTEN and support a critical project in the civil aerospace sector, where you’ll play a key role in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA). You’ll collaborate with a leading team to ensure the reliability and safety of advanced aerospace systems, working on sub-systems and design inputs that feed into critical project stages.
This is an opportunity to contribute to innovative engineering solutions while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you have a background in general systems engineering with an electrical or electronic focus, this role is for you.
Location: Derby
On-site: Full Time
Seniority: 3+ Years of Experience
Roles Available: 1
Security Clearance: SC Cleared or ability to obtain/maintain SC Clearance
Key Responsibilities
- Provide DFMEA support for sub-systems and design inputs, ensuring robust analysis and documentation.
- Collaborate with the team to pass on critical inputs and align DFMEA work with project requirements.
- Work in a managed service provider (MSP) environment, feeding into critical project stages.
- Utilize Microsoft Office tools for documentation and reporting, with exposure to DOORS as a plus.
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Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of experience in aerospace systems engineering, with a focus on DFMEA.
- Experience in general systems engineering, preferably with an electrical or electronic background.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
- Ability to work in a secure environment with SC Clearance.
Desirable Skills
- Familiarity with DOORS for requirements management.
- Experience working in managed service provider (MSP) environments.
- Knowledge of aerospace systems or MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) processes.
Key Competencies
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to assess and mitigate risks through DFMEA processes.
- Problem-Solving: Innovative approach to identifying and addressing potential design failures.
- Communication: Clear and concise documentation and stakeholder collaboration.
- Adaptability: Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Additional Information
Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
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In short you get:
- A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
- A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle & Tech Scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance & Pension Scheme
- Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
- Flexible way of working (role dependent)
We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.
Contract Type: Permanent
Region: Midlands
Compensation: GBP 35000 - GBP 50000 - yearly
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