Our client, a leading company in aerospace manufacturing, is currently seeking a Certification Engineer (Design and Certification) to join their team in Portsmouth, UK. This is a permanent role within the rapidly evolving aerospace sector, dedicated to designing and manufacturing mission-critical aerospace equipment used worldwide in both commercial and defence sectors.Key Responsibilities:Translate customer requirements into technical solutions and certification strategiesSupport bids and sales through technical proposals and compliance matricesDesign and develop products using 2D/3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA or similar)Lead certification activities, including test plans, reports, and compliance documentationCollaborate with manufacturing to ensure feasibility and cost-efficiencySupport production and quality on non-conformances and root cause analysisCoordinate with suppliers for development and testing activitiesParticipate in project reviews, customer meetings, and continuous improvement initiativesJob Requirements:Experience in design and certification engineering, with an aerospace focus strongly preferredStrong knowledge of certification standards (EASA / FAA / CAA, DO-160, CS-27/29)Solid understanding of design for manufacture and aerospace materialsProficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, etc.Experience with GDandT and technical drawingsStrong problem-solving mindset with attention to detailAbility to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced ..... full job details .....