Job Description:

Seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join a leading aerospace engineering environment in Yeovil, supporting the delivery of complex systems across ECS, Hydraulics and Life Support programmes.

This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of engineering projects from customer request through to final delivery, working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and OEMs.

Role: Project Engineer - Aerospace (Contract)
Location: Yeovil, Somerset. Hybrid after initial onboarding
Hourly rate: £30-£35 per hour PAYE
Contract: Potentially 6 Months Temp to become permanent
Shift: Monday-Friday. 37 hours per week

** PLEASE NOTE: We can only accept applications from UK or NATO country passport holders due to the nature of the work.

Main responsibilities:

• Manage projects end-to-end: requirements - proposal - delivery
• Create and maintain project plans, schedules, and milestones
• Collate and interpret customer/OEM requirements
• Coordinate with technical teams and external suppliers
• Review supplier quotes, manage estimations and purchase orders
• Monitor progress to ensure on-time, on-cost delivery
• Lead design reviews, documentation approval, and submissions
• Identify and manage risks and mitigation plans
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across the programme

Ideal candidate profile:

• 4-5 years' experience in aerospace project engineering
• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Strong understanding of the full engineering lifecycle
• Experience with suppliers and integrated supply chains
• Familiarity with project planning tools (e.g. MS Project)
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Confident running and delivering engineering projects independently
• BPSS clearance, DBS check & Drug Screening required prior to starting
• UK or NATO passport holders only due to project restrictions

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately.

Due to the number of applications, we receive, it's not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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