The CAD Engineer will be responsible for producing, updating and maintaining product definition information (PDI) including 3D models, product manufacturing information (PMI) as well as detailed engineering drawings that are commercially viable and suitable to manufacture at Martin-Baker.
Direct Impact, Global Scale. Life-Saving Mission.
At Martin-Baker, the work we do matters. We design, manufacture and support life-saving equipment used by aircrew around the world. Our products operate in demanding environments, where quality, reliability and attention to detail are critical.
We’re proud of our long history in aerospace and defence, also focused on the future. Joining Martin-Baker means becoming part of a business with a clear purpose, strong engineering capability and a long-term commitment to its people, products and customers.
Whether you work in engineering, operations, commercial, finance, supply chain or support functions, your contribution helps deliver equipment that protects lives. It is challenging work, but it is also meaningful, and with over 7800 lives saved, it gives our people the opportunity to be part of something with real impact.
The Opportunity
This is a varied role, as CAD Engineer you’ll be involved with workload planning, generating BOM structures and change management activities, as well as tolerance and mass analysis, required to support the development of the designers, communicating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the optimum design definition through in-depth consultation with these individuals associated with projects that you’ll interact with.
You’ll work effectively across a broad range of products, support and testing equipment, textiles and technologies, which will include mechanical components, machined and fabricated; as well as electronic/ electrical, pyrotechnics, mechanisms and machines.
This role will be based onsite working from Denham.
What We’re Looking For
- Seasoned knowledge of engineering design specifications including 3D models, PMI and supporting documentation such as drawings, to relevant specifications.
- Knowledge of GD&T application.
- Strong knowledge of 3D CAD modelling techniques.
- Experience of machined and fabricated components and tolerance analysis.
- Knowledge and application of engineering principals and science.
- Strong data manipulation, numerical and communication skills.
- Material and process selection experience.
- Calculation knowledge for part sizing, within a manufacturing/assembly environments.
- Advantageous - Siemens NX and Teamcenter systems experience.
- Share and demonstrate the Martin-Baker values.
Our Values
At Martin-Baker, we value professionalism, understanding, teamwork, humility, accountability and integrity. We look for people who take pride in their work, collaborate openly and act with care because the work we do matters.
What We Offer
- Excellent pension package with strong employer support — Martin-Baker contributes 9% of your salary (non-contributory to the employee), with further employer contributions that grow as you increase your own
- Life Assurance
- Lunchtime finish on a Friday
- Personalised training and development plan
- Healthcare plan
- 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
- Martin-Baker + (retail discounts platform)
- Occupational Health team
- Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
How to Apply / Your Interview Journey
Please submit your CV and should you wish, a brief covering letter outlining your suitability, include any relevant experience, skills and expertise that you can bring to the role.
After submitting your application, your details will be reviewed and the recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the interview stages and what to expect next.
We believe in equal opportunity, committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected. We want you to be able to do your best work.
Martin-Baker is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our support and commitment to our Armed Forces and their families, proudly supporting those who serve.
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). For more information and guidance please visit https://martin-baker.com/security-vetting
The role also involves access to information governed by U.S. Export Control Laws (including ITAR); therefore, all applicants must satisfy ITAR eligibility requirements.
