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Software Engineer

3 weeks ago

Flarebright Bicester £39,000 – £49,000 pa

Contributes across the full development lifecycle, from concept and algorithm design to system integration, testing and troubleshooting of safety-critical navigation and autonomy software in C++. Works with a multidisciplinary team on real-time embedded systems, hardware/software-in-the-loop testing and flight test activities, producing design documentation and test reports.

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Project Engineer

Last week

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Reading £70 – £78 ph

Acts as the key technical interface between engineering teams and Delivery Management on Software Factory projects in a sensitive Defence and aerospace environment. Coordinates technical activities, manages risks, dependencies and milestones, and provides first-line technical leadership and escalation. Requires a background in aerospace software or Defence platform engineering with DevOps and CI/CD knowledge.

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Contract EMEA Operations Project Manager

2 weeks ago

Redline Group Reading £400 – £500 pd

Manage aerospace electronics projects from First Article Inspection through production to End-of-Life, including production ramp-up, serial manufacturing and manufacturing transfers to external suppliers. Monitor supplier quality, cost and delivery, manage obsolescence and supply chain risks, and coordinate engineering, manufacturing and quality teams. Requires EN9100, FAI and aerospace/defence project management experience.

On-site Contract

Project Manager - Contractor (Electrical Focus)

3 weeks ago

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford

Lead a team of engineers through the final design, manufacture, test, verification and qualification phases of a high-resolution optical payload imager electronics programme. The role is hands-on and embedded within the project team on site in Guildford, covering scheduling, risk management, work package definition and project finances. Satellite systems experience and delivering electrical systems such as FPGA, software, PCA hardware and EGSE are advantageous.

On-site Contract

Mechanical Fitter/ Mechanical Assembler

Last month

Team Jobs - Strategic Accounts Christchurch, New Zealand £20 – £20 ph

Assemble, test and maintain safety-critical mechanical equipment and components in a highly regulated aerospace environment, including ECS and LSS fitting. Interpret engineering drawings, perform Operator Control of Quality with stamping, and work with Designers and Engineers within a Lean manufacturing setting.

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Senior Fuel Cell Stack Engineer

Last month

Matchtech Gloucestershire £450 – £550 pd

Lead supplier management and technical integration for LTPEM fuel cell stack programmes in the aerospace sector, acting as subject matter expert during design reviews and supporting balance-of-plant fluid systems. Analyse test data to assess stack health, degradation and failure indicators, and apply systems engineering to hydrogen-electric propulsion development.

Hybrid Contract

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Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer

3 days ago

Orion Electrotech Wiltshire

Lead propulsion system development from concept through qualification and in-service support, integrating gas turbine, rocket, reciprocating, battery-electric and emerging technologies. Own requirements, architecture, interfaces and configuration control while leading testing programmes and mentoring engineers across multidisciplinary teams.

Contract Clearance Required

AIT Harness Engineer - Contractor

7 months ago

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford

Manufacture flight harnesses and test cables for spacecraft assembly, integration and testing, working within the AIT team to implement harness designs that meet electrical, grounding and environmental requirements. Involves liaising with systems engineers on anomalies, progress reporting, test cable build, harness routing discussions and general AIT/EVT support, with possible overseas travel and irregular hours at peak times.

On-site Contract Flexible Clearance Required

Project Manager aerospace

2 weeks ago

Entech Technical Solutions Guildford £500 pd

Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team through the full product lifecycle, coordinating FPGA, embedded/software, PCB/PCA hardware and electrical engineers. Manage work packages, resources, deadlines, risks, budgets and forecasting, working with stakeholders and engineering leads to resolve issues and keep delivery on track. Requires eligibility for BPSS security clearance.

Contract Clearance Required

Aerospace Senior Structural Design Engineer - Composite Wing Box - Shanghai, China

5 days ago

Strongfield Shanghai, China

This role involves leading the design and development of composite wing box structures for a new civil aircraft program. The engineer will conduct in-depth research on structural components and drive product development within a supportive, internationally integrated aerospace team. The position emphasizes technical leadership and innovation in composite design while offering a balanced lifestyle in Shanghai with opportunities for regional exploration.

On-site Contract

Esa Qualified Inspector - Contractor

7 months ago

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford

Inspects spacecraft electrical and mechanical harnesses against ESA, ECSS and IPC/WHMA-A-620 Space Addendum standards, covering routing, shielding, lacing, strain relief and bend radii. Runs continuity, insulation resistance (Hi-Pot) and connector integrity tests, documents non-conformances and performs Key Inspection Points during build and integration in cleanroom conditions.

On-site Contract