Permanent

Aerospace Tooling Design Engineer

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Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1QY

40000 - 45000 Per Annum None

Posted: 24 October 2026 (Yesterday)

Closing date: 23 November 2026

Ref: 3402

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About the Role

The Aerospace Tooling Design Engineer will design and improve production tooling and fixtures for a specialist aerospace and engineering environment in Aylesbury. This permanent position, paying £40,000 to £45,000 per annum, involves creating detailed engineering drawings to recognised standards and developing prototypes to test and validate new tooling. The engineer will collaborate with manufacturing and process specialists to enhance production quality, efficiency and cost control, while troubleshooting tooling issues and ensuring compliance with safety and quality requirements. Candidates should hold a degree or HNC in Mechanical, Aerospace or a related engineering subject, with at least three years' experience in manufacturing or production processes. Proficiency in CAD, particularly Creo, is advantageous, alongside strong problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to design.

We are looking for an Aerospace Tooling Design Engineer to design and improve production tooling and fixtures within a specialist aerospace and engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop tooling and fixtures using CAD (Creo).
Create detailed engineering drawings in line with standards.
Work closely with manufacturing and process engineers to improve production quality, efficiency and costs.
Develop prototypes, test designs and validate new tooling.
Troubleshoot tooling issues and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Requirements
Degree or HNC in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related subject.
At least three years of experience in manufacturing or production processes.
CAD design experience or knowledge of Creo is advantageous.
Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage deadlines and work effectively with different teams.

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