Systems Project Engineer

Holt Executive
Dorset, United Kingdom
Last month
Posted
2 Apr 2026 (Last month)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Systems Project Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team delivering advanced aerospace systems within a regulated, safety-critical environment.

This role offers the chance to take ownership of small to medium projects or key elements of larger programmes, working across the full engineering lifecycle and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and customers.

Key Responsibilities for the Systems Project Engineer

Lead small to medium projects or support larger programmes, including new product development, proposals, and in-service upgrades

Develop and manage engineering plans, ensuring milestones and deliverables are achieved

Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineering, safety, and airworthiness

Act as a technical interface with customers, translating requirements into effective engineering solutions

Contribute across the full systems engineering lifecycle (requirements, design, development, integration, verification, and qualification)

Identify and manage technical risks and opportunities

Ensure system integrity, configuration control, and design traceability throughout the lifecycle

Support engineering change management

Mentor junior engineers and apprentices where appropriate

Work with leadership to ensure projects are effectively resourced and delivered

Skills & Experience required by the Systems Project Engineer

Essential:

Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent experience such as HNC/apprenticeship)

Typically 5+ years’ experience in an engineering role

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

Mechanical or electro-mechanical systems

Fluid systems

Mechanisms or structures

Systems/product development

Strong understanding of the engineering lifecycle and design review processes

Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage customers and internal stakeholders

Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving abilityDesirable:

Experience with project planning and scheduling

Previous exposure to engineering sign-off processes

Background in aerospace, defence, or other safety-critical industries

What’s on Offer for the Systems Project Engineer

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work on innovative, high-impact engineering projects

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Clear progression pathways within engineering and project leadership

Strong focus on employee wellbeing and work-life balance

Please note:

This role involves working with ITAR-controlled technology, and successful applicants may be required to undergo additional screening as part of the recruitment process.

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