R&D Engineer (Aviation)

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Job information

  • Location: Saffron Walden, Essex
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Engineering
  • Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum + Company Bonus +Training
  • Published: 29 September 2026

R&D Engineer (Aviation)

£40,000 – £45,000 + Bonus Scheme + Progression + Training + Weekdays Only

Saffron Walden

Are you an experienced R&D engineer with a background in aviation looking to join a growing company, specialising in aircraft component repair, with excellent opportunities for progression and training?

The company have been established since 2016 and our currently expanding, including opening a new facility Essex at the end of this year. They will look to offer brilliant training to enable employee’s to thrive and grow alongside them.

Day-to-day you will be researching CMMs, documenting technical information from manuals and working with the team on developing new repair processes and tooling solutions.

This role would suit an experienced R&D Engineer, preferably with a background in the aerospace or aviation sectors, looking to join an expanding company specialising in aviation repair and engineering.

The Role:

  • Interpreting and improving CMMs
  • Designing new repair processes and tooling solutions
  • Managing capability development project and providing guidance to production teams.

The Person:

  • Degree in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
  • Background in aviation or aerospace
  • Experience as an R&D Engineer
  • Experience with CMMs

If this job sounds like you please don’t hesitate to apply below or call in to find out more!

Job reference: BBBH27515

Key words: Aviation, Aerospace, Repairs, R&D, Engineer, Tooling, Essex, Saffron Walden, Component Repair, Technical, Progression, Bonus Scheme, Training

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.

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