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Radar Mechanical Design Lead
Portsmouth or Isle of Wight
Hybrid working
We are delighted to be partnered with a defence & security organisation who are looking for a Mechanical Design Lead to join their growing team in Portsmouth or the Isle of Wight.
You will join a high performing engineering team working on complex technical programmes within Radar Technology.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out detailed mechanical design and analysis activities to support the development of a complex new product
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure mechanical solutions align with overall system requirements
Act as the Mechanical Design Authority, providing expert-level input across the full product lifecycle
Apply subject matter expertise in key mechanical areas such as thermal management, structural integrity, or material selection
Ensure design compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and internal processes
Support design reviews, technical assessments, and the implementation of design changes as needed
Job Requirements:
Demonstrable subject matter expertise in at least one area of Mechanical Engineering (e.g. thermal systems, structures, CFD, FEA, or propulsion)
Proven experience in complex mechanical design, including the design, build, integration, and testing of advanced mechanical systems or products
Ability to collate, interpret and translate requirements into effective mechanical design solutions throughout the engineering lifecycle
Familiarity with modelling and simulation tools used for mechanical analysis
Comfortable working within engineering governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, processes, and best practices
Ideally holds Chartered Engineer status or has equivalent experience and qualifications in a mechanical engineering disciplineJoining our client's team means being part of a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation that values career development, technical excellence, and real-world impact. Our client is on a growth journey, offering rich opportunities for you to develop, lead, and innovate into the future. Apply now to shape the future of radar technologyDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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