This permanent position is integral to the successful delivery of technically complex projects, ensuring compliance with rigorous industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the mobilisation of the WTB Project.Produce and maintain the project Trials, Verification and Validation Plan.Assist with supplier approval audits and onboarding in line with the mobilisation plan.Provide engineering expertise and advice to the project team.Produce and maintain project plans and technical documentation.Serve as the interface between Project, Engineering Disciplines, and suppliers on technical issues, snags, and non-conformances.Review engineering tasks and initiate the necessary corrective actions.Engage with clients, interpret their needs and requirements, and represent them in the field.Ensure weekly and monthly reporting material is provided and maintained.Engender and maintain a mission zero safety culture throughout the programme delivery team and supply chain.
Job Requirements:
Engineering degree in a related discipline, preferably Mechanical or Electrical.Active certification in an engineering professional organisation.An understanding of engineering principles and procedures.
Skills / Experience Required:
Experience in an engineering environment.Demonstrable experience in a Project Engineering role.Knowledge of Systems Engineering.Knowledge of applicable codes, policies, standards, and best practices.Self-motivated and enthusiastic.Strong ability to work to deadlines and prioritise workloads.Proficiency in IT skills including MS Office, Word, and Excel.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including producing technical and non-technical reports and giving presentations.Security cleared or able to achieve security clearance.
Additional Information:
The role requires significant UK and overseas travel, mostly in Europe, to conduct supplier inspections and audits, and carry out equipment acceptance inspections. The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel both in the UK and overseas.
If you are an experienced Project Engineer looking for a new permanent opportunity in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's forward-thinking team.
Job Title: Mechanical Inspector
Location: Tewkesbury
Salary: 30,784 - 35,500 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, PermanentExperienced Mechanical Inspector Wanted - Aerospace Engineering SectorA well-established precision engineering company based in Tewkesbury is seeking an experienced Mechanical Inspector to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused professional with a background in aerospace manufacturing to contribute to high-profile, industry-critical projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform first-off, final, and first article inspections of CNC milled prismatic components, CNC turned machined parts, and fully assembled products to aerospace standardsIdentify and rectify errors on workshop documentation (works order cards)Interpret and work from 2D technical drawings and model definitionsOperate CMMs and various electronic and manual measuring instrumentsEnsure timely and effective root cause and corrective action processesConduct quality reviews and participate in internal QMS auditsManage both internal and external calibration systems
About You:
Previous experience in a precision engineering or aerospace workshop environmentExcellent attention to detail and commitment to high standards of qualityConfident with inspection techniques and process control proceduresSkilled in reading technical drawings and using inspection toolsFamiliar with quality management systems and internal audits
What's on Offer:
Competitive salary: 30,784 - 33,670A collaborative and quality-driven working environmentOpportunities for further development and progressionThe chance to work on critical aerospace components
Location: StevenageDuration: 12-month contractRate: up to 25.26ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role profile: Our client, a key player in the Defence sector, is currently looking for a highly skilled Manufacturing Controller to join their team in Stevenage on a contract basis. This role revolves around the effective management of inventory and stores within a defence manufacturing environment, ensuring seamless operations and timely delivery of products.
Key Responsibilities:
Stock control and storekeeping, including shelf life controlLoading manufacturing cells with jobs as per planned lead and cycle timesPacking and issuing tooling, including the use of hand toolsUpdating computer records efficientlyUndertaking kitting activitiesLoading and unloading Lorries
Job Requirements:
Experience in either Manufacturing control or inventory control within a manufacturing environmentAbility to follow instructions diligentlyFlexibility to work different shift patternsStrong attention to detailProven capability to work independentlyInitiative-driven and adaptableManual handling trainingLifting & Slinging training (including overhead cranes)ESD trainingFork lift truck licence
Desirable Skills:
Proficiency in PC skills, particularly with EXCELKnowledge of Kanban and 2 bin systemsExperience with an Enterprise Planning System, such as SAP
If you possess experience in manufacturing control or inventory management within a manufacturing environment and have the skills mentioned above, we encourage you to apply now and take the next step in your career by joining our client's dynamic team in Stevenage.
Our client, an Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Project Engineering Lead to join them on a contract basis at their site in Brighton.Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be willing to undergo security checks. 6-month initial contract. 4 days per week onsite in Brighton.Inside IR35, rates are open to negotiation. A Project Engineering Lead is a technical professional who provides engineering leadership for a team of engineers working alongside the Project Manager to ensure successful project completion. He or she is expected to provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, as well as contribute to the design and development of new products and features. They motivate their team, assign tasks, review work and resolve any issues that may arise. A lead engineer must also ensure that engineering processes are followed and product quality is maintained.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:Works closely with project managers to map out project plans, identify potential risks and coordinate progress updates.Oversees the preparation, maintenance and submission of project technical documentation and customer technical memos.Ensuring that engineering processes are followedAssign tasks to engineers working on their project, review their work and support the team in resolving issues that may arise.The ability to set clear expectations and agree on specific, measurable and outcome-based goals.Prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations for presentation and approval.Provide technical guidance and leadership to resolve problems found throughout the product development life cycle to ensure the larger programme schedule are achieved.Lead fellow team members to improve efficiency and accuracy.Support project monthly estimating and manage own work to meet cost estimates and scheduleFollow procedures to meet the requirements of ISO-9001and AS9100Attend internal, customer and supplier meetingsProvides guidance and leadership to projects and team members through mentoring and training of others in team or department.Work with the bids and proposals engineering lead when any new RFI, RFQs related to the product within the managed project.Assist departmental functional manager as and when required to develop procedures and processes.Summarise technical work to non-technical stakeholders and placate the concerns of nonengineers can give your team the space and support to succeed.PERSON PROFILE & SUPERVISIONCandidate should be numerate, literate, hardworking, organised with a methodical approach to their work. They should be able to work on their own initiative or as part of a team.Work is performed with general oversight. May manage large projects or processes that are both inside and outside of immediate job area.Responsible for providing guidance, coaching and training to other employees. Typically, responsible for managing complex projects at this level, involving delegation of work and review of work products.EXPERIENCEStrong understanding of system architecture and documentationExcellent communication, interpersonal, time management, organisational skills and writing / scripting skills are also a requirement for this position.The ability to work to tight deadlines.Ability to adapt and work in fast paced working environment.Innovative mind set.Verbal communication and presentation skills essential
Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Supplier Quality Assurance professional to join their team on a contract basis. This role, located in Sheffield or Barrow, involves working within the supply chain to ensure quality standards are upheld with established suppliers. The role requires 2-3 days onsite per week and 1-2 days at supplier sites per month.
Key Responsibilities:
Working independently within the supply chain to manage supplier quality assuranceManaging an existing portfolio of suppliers, focusing on quality compliance rather than onboarding new suppliersConducting supplier audits and managing non-conformance issuesUtilising basic MS tools and potentially SAP (training provided internally)Maintaining strong communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure quality standardsPreparing comprehensive reports and documentation as required
Job Requirements:
Experience in supplier quality, procurement or a related field within defence and security sectorsBackground in machining, metalwork, or welding is highly beneficialAbility to manage a portfolio of suppliers independentlyStrong communication skills and ability to write comprehensivelyEngineering or quality assurance background preferredDegree qualifications and Lead Auditor certification are desirable but not essentialFamiliarity with Six Sigma methodologies is beneficialSecurity Clearance (SC) is required, though candidates can start on BPSS
Security Requirements
SC Only (start on BPSS) This role will require you to hold or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC). You will need to obtain a BPSS check as part of this process. You must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship and have lived and worked in the UK for a minimum 5 year period. If you are unsure as to whether you are eligible, please contact me to discuss.The Umbrella rate quoted above is the Gross Umbrella rate (i.e. the rate we pay to the Umbrella Company inclusive of ALL employment costs). Please note, the rate paid by the Umbrella will be less, as will a Limited Deemed rate or Agency PAYE rate. Please get in touch to discuss the rates via these different payment vehicles.
If you have a strong background in supplier quality assurance and are ready to take on an independent role within the defence and security industry, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team.
Location: Basildon, Bristol, Edinburgh, Luton or Southampton (4 days per week onsite at one of these sites)Duration: 6 month initial contractRate: 64.20ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role details:Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Optical Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role can be based at Basildon, Bristol, Edinburgh, Luton or Southampton, and will support the research, design, and development of next-generation InfraRed (IR) Products.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver support to the research, design, development, and manufacturing phases of the product lifecycleContribute to system architecture definition, specification, and development of lens designUndertake analyses and performance simulations for optical solutionsSupport integration and testing of optical systemsDeliver solutions that consider design for manufacture, assembly, and testLiaise with the customer community and engage regularly with the external supply chainWork within a multi-disciplinary Integrated Project Team (IPT)
Job Requirements:
Strong understanding of fibre optics and InfraRed (IR) technologyProven knowledge within optical materials and optical coatings for IR SystemsProficiency in system architecture definition and modelling/designing lens solutions using industry standard tools (preferably OpticStudio / Zemax).Ability to conduct detailed analysis and performance simulationsExperience with integration and testing of optical systemsUnderstanding of design for manufacture, assembly, and test principlesExcellent communication skills and ability to liaise with customers and external suppliersSecurity clearance (SC and UKEO) required
If you are an experienced Principal Optical Engineer with a strong background in optics and optical engineering within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and innovative team in Basildon.
Location: Stevenage OR Bristol (onsite)Duration: 12 month initial contractInside IR35 Role details: The role is to deliver the safety analysis and assurance that will enable one of our clients products to be integrated onto a small range of platforms. This will involve working closely with internal delivery teams, as well as UK and non-UK customers.The successful candidate will be required to liaise with key stakeholders to help define the safety boundary for the development of safety claims, and take a leading role in the production and evolution of the associated Safety Management Plans / delivery of the required safety analyses. The main emphasis will be on ensuring that the available evidence fulfils the need and, if gaps are identified, defining suitable mitigations. Experience required:Hazard identification exercises (such as SWIFT and HAZOP);Hazard management and risk analysis, including functional failure, fault tree and event tree analyses;Thorough understanding of how the hazard analysis process integrates with the system engineering process to influence the design.Construction of safety arguments and their contribution to ALARP statements and authoring of Safety Cased Reports;Provision of support to internal and external project Safety Panels and Committees;Liaising with other functions in order to derive safety requirements and hazards, and demonstrate satisfaction of safety requirements;Understanding of DEF-STAN 00-056 (and, ideally, other similar international standards), including the ability to define and write Safety Management Plans that meet its requirements;Detailed electronic engineering experience is highly desirable (education to degree or HND level or a comparable level of experience is preferred). Experience of other engineering disciplines (especially software) is also desirable.IEC 61508/DO178C/DO-254 experience (desirable).Good verbal, written communications analytical and problem solving skills.Track record as an effective team player with strong interpersonal and influencing skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary / multi-national team.
If you are an experienced Safety Engineer looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career within the Defence sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team.
Our client, a leading organisation within the utilities and telecommunications sector, is seeking a dedicated SHEQ Advisor to join their growing Communications division. This permanent role focuses on ensuring compliance, driving best practices, and fostering a strong SHEQ culture across operational sites in London and the Home Counties.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing professional SHEQ guidance to site teams, contractors, and clientsEnsuring compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standardsConducting regular audits and inspections to assess SHEQ performanceSupporting the investigation of accidents and incidents, identifying root causes and implementing preventative actionsPromoting proactive safety reporting, including near misses, hazards, and observationsEnsuring project documentation (CPPs, QMPs, Risk Registers, Method Statements) is up to dateMonitoring welfare facilities on sites to ensure they meet required standardsChampioning SHEQ culture, setting an example with leadership and best practicesAssisting in maintaining the Integrated Management System and supporting SHEQ digitalisation
Job Requirements:
Experience in a SHEQ advisory role within utilities or engineering (preferably in communications/fibre)IOSH/NEBOSH Certified. Working knowledge of NRSWA, HSG47, ISO 14001 & 45001Strong verbal and written communication skillsGood analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamOrganisational skills and strong attention to detailProficiency in Microsoft Office
Benefits:
Paying up to 55,000 per annum negotiablePension Contribution Company vehicle / Car allowance 4k- 5k28 days of holiday (36 days in total) Health cash-planDiscount and cashback schemeDiscounted Gym SchemeLong Service AwardRetail Discount SchemeEmployee Assistance Programme
If you are a motivated SHEQ professional looking to join a dynamic team within the utilities and telecommunications sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your career.
Our client, a leading organisation within the utilities and telecommunications sector, is seeking a dedicated SHEQ Advisor to join their growing Communications division. This permanent role focuses on ensuring compliance, driving best practices, and fostering a strong SHEQ culture across operational sites in London and the Home Counties.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing professional SHEQ guidance to site teams, contractors, and clientsEnsuring compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standardsConducting regular audits and inspections to assess SHEQ performanceSupporting the investigation of accidents and incidents, identifying root causes and implementing preventative actionsPromoting proactive safety reporting, including near misses, hazards, and observationsEnsuring project documentation (CPPs, QMPs, Risk Registers, Method Statements) is up to dateMonitoring welfare facilities on sites to ensure they meet required standardsChampioning SHEQ culture, setting an example with leadership and best practicesAssisting in maintaining the Integrated Management System and supporting SHEQ digitalisation
Job Requirements:
Experience in a SHEQ advisory role within utilities or engineering (preferably in communications/fibre)IOSH/NEBOSH Certified. Working knowledge of NRSWA, HSG47, ISO 14001 & 45001Strong verbal and written communication skillsGood analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamOrganisational skills and strong attention to detailProficiency in Microsoft Office
Benefits:
Paying up to 55,000 per annum negotiablePension Contribution Company vehicle / Car allowance 4k- 5k28 days of holiday (36 days in total) Health cash-planDiscount and cashback schemeDiscounted Gym SchemeLong Service AwardRetail Discount SchemeEmployee Assistance Programme
If you are a motivated SHEQ professional looking to join a dynamic team within the utilities and telecommunications sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your career.
Responsibilities include:Collaboration with the systems and design teams to generate test requirements to ensure comprehensive system level test coverage.Generation of test instructions, test reports and supporting safety documentation / processes.Integration of multiple variants of missile and launcher subsystems and weapon system integration in trials and operational configurations.Conduct proving test to demonstrate system design and robustness.Support integration of trials test equipment for use across proving activities.Coordination with design teams to diagnose problems and determine design solutions.Provide support to trials defect investigations and analysis of data as requiredDefinition of test and trials equipment requirements.What we're looking for from you:Practical Experience of hardware/software integration and test activities.Demonstrated ability to work closely with other engineering teams - particularly Systems Design and Equipment Design teams.Electrical / electronics background / understanding.Logical approach to problem solving.Understanding of MBDA trials / test processes and procedures or standard principles for definition, management and reporting of trials test methods and certification.Experience of writing trials documentation and of working in DOORS.Understanding of technical interface documentation and protocols i.e. 1553.Practical experience using general commercial Lab test equipmentExperience/knowledge of data analysis tools/methods.Experience or interest in python (or similar) scripting
