[Hiring] Part 21 Design Engineer @CAE

Role Description

CAE is seeking a Part 21 Design Engineer to join our growing EASA Part 21J Design Department. The successful candidate will be part of a highly experienced engineering team supporting a broad client base of leasing companies and airlines.

Reporting to a Design Team Leader, the Design Engineer will be responsible for producing EASA Part 21J design documents and ensuring compliance with applicable airworthiness and environmental protection requirements.

• Ensure engineering documents comply with all applicable EASA airworthiness and environmental protection requirements.
• Compile design documentation, including accomplishment instructions, engineering drawings, compliance reports, and instructions for continued airworthiness.
• Liaise with Compliance Verification Engineers (CVEs) to support demonstration of compliance.
• Manage design‑change projects from initiation through delivery.

Qualifications

• Sound working knowledge of Part 21 Design.
• Knowledge of applicable EASA aviation regulations and requirements.
• Ability to effectively problem-solve, exercising sound judgment and tolerance under pressure.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to guide engineering processes through successful completion.
• Advanced skills with CAD tools, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other relevant proprietary software.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Technical Degree (B.Eng, B.Sc) or EASA Part 66 qualification / Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence or equivalent.

Requirements

• Experience working within a Part 21J Design Organisation, Airline Technical Services, or a Part 145 Maintenance Organisation.
• Experience supporting leasing companies or airlines in engineering or technical services.
• Experience producing EASA‑approved design documents, including drawings, compliance reports, or ICA.
• Familiarity with project management of design changes.
• Experience liaising with Compliance Verification Engineers (CVEs).
• Experience with demonstrating airworthiness and environmental protection compliance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Private health insurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Pension scheme
• Flexible vacation policy
• Flexitime scheme
• Electric Car & Cycle to Work schemes
• Life Assurance