Aerospace company Leonardo is recruiting for its first tranche of engineering roles in the centre of Newcastle, to work on some of the UK’s most cutting-edge defence and security projects.
Top engineers from Leonardo want to speak to systems, software and electronics engineers at an event at the Core in the Helix on July 12, to share details of the fascinating technology they could work on that is powering some of their top UK projects.
These include the programmes to deliver the new radar for the RAF Typhoon aircraft, infrared countermeasures that protect aircraft across the globe, helicopters and also surveillance radars for the Norwegian Search and Rescue service.
Enjoy a full subscriber experience with The Echo
The team will also be looking for talented engineers to work on the Global Combat Air Programme, an international collaboration between the UK, Japan and Italy to produce a sixth generation combat aircraft.
The Technical Lead for Leonardo in Newcastle, Michael Young, grew up in Cramlington, 10 miles north of the city, attending King’s School after attaining a scholarship before studying Electronic Engineering at Durham University. He is excited about what the opening of the new Leonardo site at the Helix could mean for engineers across Newcastle and the North East.
Michael said:” These new roles represent the first opportunity for engineers to work on our world-leading aerospace technology right in the centre of Newcastle. I think all engineers crave a challenge and you couldn’t wish for greater challenge than working on some of these programmes.
Read more:
How our Level Up campaign unites North East business leaders to tackle future of tech
The North East university students who set up businesses worth more than £94m
New research shows tourism contributed more than £1billion to Durham
“In the past, I had to move away to gain engineering experience as the roles I wanted weren’t available at home.
“So I find it incredibly exciting to get the opportunity to bring these roles home and give local talent the chance to gain access to technology that is endlessly absorbing and fascinating.”
More details can be found at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leonardo-brings-exciting-technology-to-newcastle-tickets-662853421427
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here