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We are always on the lookout for people with a passion for engineering and an interest in the historic. All our current vacancies are listed below. If there's nothing that suits you right now and you would like to register your interest in joining us, then send us your details using the link at the bottom of this page.

What makes us a great career choice

For some people, the sight of a warbird taking to the skies and the unmistakeable sound of a large piston engine, tuned to perfection and on full throttle arouses a passion and a longing for the days of some of mans finest achievements. Born in a time when we faced our darkest hours, the engineering marvels created to meet those challenges have a special place in our hearts. Keeping these aircraft in the air for future generations to enjoy is what drives us.

Here at Retro we can offer a unique opportunity to play a significant role in maintaining the last of these historic warbirds. No matter what role you have here, you’ll get the chance to work on and around the most significant piston engines of the era. Engines manufactured by many of the great names from the past, sadly, some no longer here, pass through our gates. Each one delivering challenges in the modern world, where original manufacturers support has all but dried up. Spare parts are increasingly hard to find and innovative yet historically accurate solutions, are all that keep these historic aircraft in the skies.

“Working as a Design Engineer at Retro provides opportunities and experiences that are unparalleled elsewhere in the aerospace engineering industry. Through our varied design projects, I am constantly expanding my engineering knowledge, both from experienced colleagues in the business and intense study of period design data. Not only do we enjoy the satisfaction of uncovering the intent behind revolutionary engine designs, but we are also regularly presented with a wide range of multidisciplinary challenges.

Designing bespoke tooling, researching alternative materials and trialling experimental manufacturing processes are all examples of thoroughly rewarding projects from my first year at Retro. As an engineering fanatic, the opportunity to apply engineering knowledge gained at university alongside practical engineering skills in order to keep warbirds flying is an absolute privilege, and something to be very proud of.”

Laurence - Design Engineer at Retro Track and Air

Current vacancies

Below are the roles we are currently trying to fill. If you’d like to apply for any of the roles currently open, please click on the link at the bottom of the relevant advertised position and email your CV to us, along with any other supporting information you feel might be of interest. Remember to quote the job title in your response and take your first step to becoming a part of the Retro family.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Due to continued considerable success and company expansion, Retro Track and Air are looking to develop our thriving team with a dynamic, self-motivated Quality Manager. With significant contracts already in place, we continue to secure high-profile public-sector contracts.

If you are a Quality Manger, looking for a truly unique opportunity to craft out a successful future, then this is the perfect opportunity. You will be working on a variety of legacy aerospace projects of a multidisciplinary nature & activities covering Design, Production & Maintenance of Aircraft, Aero-Engines & Systems, from the golden age of flight and shortly beyond the end of the Second World War.

On offer is full training on all our internal systems alongside the chance to technically progress within the business and work on highly interesting historical aero-engineering projects.

The company is based on the outskirts of Dursley, Gloucestershire, perfect for someone looking to work at a local site with great transport links and away from the hustle of nearby cities. We are looking to develop the Management team, building on an expanding demand from our customers and seek a driven & engaging individual to join the business.

This role would suit a motivated, experienced Quality Manager with a real passion for engineering. Relevant interests alongside an engineering apprenticeship are a real advantage. These could include any form of transportation, propulsion systems, vehicle maintenance, historical engineering etc.

All in all, this is a fantastic opportunity to play a significant role in the development of a passionate team within a unique organisation who can offer an opportunity to be involved in a diverse range of projects, and to be central to an organisational step change in Quality Assurance.

THE ROLE:

  • Managing our existing CAA Design, Production & Maintenance Approvals.
  • Refining & Expanding our exist QA expositions & procedures manuals.
  • Implementation of both Air Safety Management & Quality Management Systems.
  • Forward facing direct contact with customers, sub-contractors & staff.

 

THE PERSON:

  • Experienced in implementation of QA (AQAP-2310, ISO9001 / AS9100).
  • Passionate about engineering, Aviation industry background or interest is beneficial.
  • Team player.
  • Strong research and analytical skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal communications skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of Civil & Military Aviation regulations an advantage
  • Strong understanding of business management principles.
  • Working knowledge of relevant software tools and computer literacy.
  • Attention to detail.

 

Application deadline: 31/03/2023

 

Job Type: Permanent

 

Salary: Negotiable, Highly competitive for right candidate.

 

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking

 

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

 

Experience:

  • QA: 10 years (preferred)

 

COVID-19 considerations:
Applicants invited for interview will be informed of any special arrangements in place with regard to Covid.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Due to considerable success and company expansion, Retro Track and Air (UK) Ltd are looking to add to our thriving design team with the addition of a Senior Design Engineer.

We are looking for an experienced Design Engineer, somebody with the drive and experience necessary to craft out a successful and rewarding future in what is a truly unique environment. You will be working on a variety of legacy and vintage aerospace projects, covering a time period from the early days of flight up to and shortly beyond the end of the Second World War. As such, you will be directly responsible for the continued flight capability of the UK’s last remaining warbird fleet.

This role would suit someone who has considerable design experience. Most likely, but not exclusively, from an Aerospace background. On offer is full training on all our internal systems, alongside the chance to technically progress within the business and work on highly interesting historical aero-engineering projects.

The company is based on the outskirts of Dursley, Gloucestershire, perfect for someone looking to work at a local site with great transport links and away from the hustle of nearby cities. We are looking to develop the Design team, building on an expanding demand from our customers and seek a passionate Senior Design Engineer to join the business.

All in all, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in a small, tight-knit, passionate team within a unique organisation who can offer training, technical progression, and an opportunity to diversify your skills on a range of projects.


THE ROLE:

· Working on a wide variety of projects.

· Historical research.

· Providing engineering input for design proposals and estimates.

· Compiling design reports.

· CAD modelling and production/checking of engineering drawings.

· Working on multiple MoD contracts.

 

THE PERSON:

· Degree educated or equivalent in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering.

· Strong knowledge of aerospace materials and material selection processes.

· Able to provide mentoring and sound design guidance to young team of graduate designers.

· Aviation industry background or interest is beneficial.

· Passionate about engineering.

· Team player.


Application deadline: 31/05/2023


Job Type: Full-time, Permanent


Salary: Negotiable, Highly competitive for right candidate.


Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • On-site parking

 

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime


Experience:

  • Relevant: 10 years (preferred)

 

COVID-19 considerations:
Applicants invited for interview will be informed of any special arrangements in place with regard to Covid.

APPLY FOR THIS ROLE

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