Seat Trim & Finish Engineer

You will work closely with other Mirus functional teams and external stakeholders to ensure effective & efficient design and development, including Design for Manufacture & Assembly, cost, weight, reliability and performance.

• Contribute as a key member in the product development process. Having influence on the aesthetic and functional execution of covers and cushions and the attachment methods used. Innovation is at the forefront of this role to find new techniques and develop unique design solutions for our product ranges.
• Take ownership for the design & development of cushion and covers achieving comfort, reliability, performance, aesthetic, cost & weight targets.
• Work closely with suppliers to develop the design, taking into consideration supplier capability and piece cost, as well as identifying & exploiting opportunities for technical or commercial advantage.
• Produce high quality 3D & 2D design definition using Solidworks and PDM, along with supporting documentation.

To help Mirus continue our journey of growth, you will bring your expertise within a design development capacity, creative flare, a passion for problem solving and drive for best in class along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:

• An engineering degree/Technical qualification/HND or HNC or material and surfaces design and development qualifications
• A good understanding of engineering principles and design methodologies.
• Proficiency in CAD software and design tools – training and assistance will be given if Solidworks is not your primary software.
• Previous knowledge of PDM systems.
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy in their work

Desirable:

• Experience of developing aircraft products ideally interior, automotive interior or seating environment desirable.

Personal skills / attributes:

• Diligent, enthusiastic, and driven, with an excellent work ethic, and a “can do” attitude
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to propose innovative ideas
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent organisational skills
• A team player

We really want to hear from you, so don’t miss your opportunity to join our community of passionate and exceptional people who challenge the accepted norm! Once you apply, your CV will be held on our central database.  Please do let us know if you do not wish for us to retain your details.  If your application is successful, you will be contacted in due course.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be a part of a company that values your skills and contributions, we encourage you to apply for our Seat Trim & Finish Engineer position.  Come on a journey with us and be part of making a positive and impactful difference!

Please kindly note, at this moment in time we are respectfully not engaging with any agencies for our roles.

Founded in 2015, Mirus Aircraft Seating Ltd has grown rapidly to become a leading aircraft seating OEM, with operations in the UK, Malaysia and China.   We seek excellence at every step, from conception to delivery and beyond.

We believe form, function, innovation, sustainability, and the best possible passenger experience are all mutual cornerstones of success when putting pen to paper on a new design and delivering to our airline customers.

Along with our proven record of delivering large and small scale OEM and airline retrofit programs to some of the biggest names in the industry, we are committed to bringing the highest quality seating and unparalleled service to our customers.

• Pension – up to 8% contribution (4% Employee/ 4% Employer)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• An additional day off on or around your birthday
• Christmas shut down
• Refer a friend scheme
• Long Service Award
• Agile working – flexibility around start and finish times in line with our policy
• Early finish on a Friday
• Training and development – Support, coaching and guidance from a team of industry leading renowned specialists
• Generous Family Friendly Benefits
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• SimplyHealth – helps cover every day healthcare costs such as eye tests and dental check ups, as well as providing mental health support and access to GP services
• Social events throughout the year
• Free on-site parking