Location: Bristol, Avon, South West, UKAn established aerospace engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Design Concession Approver to support wing manufacturing and plant engineering activities at a major UK production site.This role sits within a Plant Engineering function that provides critical engineering support to manufacturing operations and the wider supply chain, enabling complex structures to be delivered to final assembly lines safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.The RoleThe successful candidate will act as a technical authority for manufacturing non-conformances, leading design investigations and delivering compliant engineering solutions that meet airworthiness, safety, and product integrity requirements.This position offers the opportunity to operate at a senior technical level while influencing manufacturing outcomes, mentoring engineers, and driving continuous improvement across engineering processes.Key ResponsibilitiesLead design investigations and develop technical solutions for manufacturing non-conformances and design issuesEnsure all solutions meet applicable design, airworthiness, safety, and governance requirementsAct as a design approval signatory for manufacturing concessions (T200)Serve as a focal point for technical governance, escalation, and decision-makingProvide technical guidance and mentoring to engineering team membersCollaborate closely with manufacturing engineering and other functions to deliver integrated solutionsDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and robustnessMaintain clear reporting on critical technical issues to relevant stakeholders and delivery managersSupport a strong lessons-learned and feedback cultureEssential Skills & ExperienceCurrent or previous Concession Design Approval (T200) - ESSENTIALProven experience in aerospace structural design and/or plant engineering environmentsStrong capability in leading complex technical investigationsAbility to communicate technical solutions clearly to a wide stakeholder groupComfortable working autonomously while contributing effectively within a teamDemonstrates resilience, adaptability, and a proactive improvement mindsetDesirable ExperienceExperience working on large aircraft wing structuresExposure to major civil or military aircraft programmesPrevious involvement in high-rate manufacturing or complex production environmentsLocation & Working ArrangementsPrimary base: Filton, with potential for Broughton for suitably experienced candidatesHybrid working model applies (minimum 60% onsite / 3 days per week)Flexible day shift pattern TPBN1_UKTJ