Engineering

Chief Engineer - Clean-Sheet Aircraft Program

  • Location

    France

  • Sector:

    Aerospace

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    Rad Banaria

  • Contact email:

    r.banaria@ioassociates.eu

  • Job ref:

    BBBH167577_1758791932

  • Startdate:

    01/11/2025

Chief Engineer - Clean-Sheet Aircraft Program


Employment Type: Full-time, permanent role

Are you ready to shape the future of aviation?

We're seeking a visionary Chief Engineer to lead the technical development of a groundbreaking clean-sheet aircraft program.

This is a rare opportunity to take the reins of a full-cycle aerospace initiative - from concept to production - working with a multidisciplinary team of top-tier engineers and innovators.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide strategic technical leadership across all phases of aircraft development.
  • Guide system integration, design, testing, and certification efforts.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure performance, safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Engage with stakeholders and regulatory bodies to communicate technical progress.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence.

What You Bring:

  • 12+ years of aerospace engineering experience, including leadership of complex aviation programs.
  • Deep expertise in one or more of the following:
    • Overall aircraft systems e.g. avionics, EWIS, landing gear systems etc.
    • Overall aircraft performance e.g. flight physics, aerodynamics etc.
  • Strong command of EASA regulations and certification processes.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and deliver results.