Hydraulic Systems Engineer

As a Hydraulic Systems Engineer you will join our Gillingham team to support our activities within the aerospace engineering sector.

You will support the development analysis and validation of hydraulic systems and electro-hydraulic components used in advanced aerospace applications. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment you will be involved in system performance analysis testing troubleshooting and the evaluation of hydraulic equipment to ensure compliance with technical and operational requirements.

• Location: Gillingham 
• On Site: Hybrid
• Clearance: Clearable
• Experience Level: Mid - Level (3- 9 years experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design analysis and development of hydraulic systems and electro-hydraulic components
• Conduct performance assessments of hydraulic systems and solenoid valve assemblies
• Analyse and interpret test data to identify trends issues and improvement opportunities
• Support system testing troubleshooting and root cause investigations
• Develop engineering calculations and analytical models to support design decisions
• Collaborate with design systems and test teams to ensure successful product development and integration
• Generate technical reports and present findings to internal stakeholders

Qualifications :

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of solenoid valves and electro-hydraulic components
• Mechanical engineering background with experience of hydraulic systems
• Experience in data processing interpretation and engineering analysis
• Proficiency with MATLAB and Mathcad
• Ability to support testing troubleshooting and performance evaluation activities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering or equivalent military experience.
• Experience working with hydraulic systems in an engineering environment
• Knowledge of engineering analysis methodologies and system validation activities

Desirable Skills:

• Experience within aerospace defence automotive or other highly regulated industries
• Knowledge of hydraulic actuation systems and control technologies
• Familiarity with requirements verification and validation processes
• Experience using simulation or modelling tools to support hydraulic system development
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and product development lifecycles

Additional Information :

Why join us 

We bring together entrepreneurial tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN youll 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.

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 . 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time