Job Description
Senior Project Engineer - Defence/Aerospace\nLocation: Cheltenham or Cambridge (with flexible working options)\nType: Full-time\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to guide the development of next-generation control and data processing solutions for mission-critical applications. In this role, you will combine hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities, overseeing a multi-disciplinary team to deliver innovative engineering projects on time, to budget, and to the highest standards.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a background in Systems, Electronics, or Software Engineering who is ready to step into a leadership role, or for an experienced technical lead looking to expand their career in project and team management.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary engineering team.\n\nBalance competing technical requirements and manage workload priorities.\n\nContribute to the design, development, and testing of complex hardware and software systems.\n\nPrepare and present design reviews, project status, and technical documentation.\n\nWork collaboratively with project managers and cross-functional stakeholders.\n\nSupport customer and supplier meetings, ensuring technical integrity and quality of deliverables.\n\nMaintain awareness of developments within the competitive and technological landscape.\n\nAbout You\n\nDegree in an engineering or science discipline (or equivalent experience).\n\nExperience in project leadership or in one of the following disciplines: systems, software, or electronics engineering.\n\nStrong technical understanding across multiple domains (electronics, software, systems, mechanical).\n\nComfortable working in a fast-paced, agile development environment.\n\nAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.\n\nDesirable experience:\n\nLeading complex projects involving significant software, electronics, and systems engineering.\n\nBackground in Defence, Aerospace, or other safety-critical industries.\n\nKnowledge of standards such as DO-178, DO-254, IEC 61508, or relevant UK Defence Standards.\n\nExperience designing and testing against demanding environmental or safety standards