Senior Project Engineer - Defence/Aerospace

Matchtech; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead the development of next-generation control and data processing solutions. The role involves overseeing a multidisciplinary team and ensuring projects are delivered on time and to budget. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering or science, experience in project leadership, and a strong understanding of systems, software, and electronics engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience in project leadership or in systems, software, or electronics engineering.
• Strong technical understanding across multiple domains (electronics, software, systems, mechanical).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
• Contribute to the design, development, and testing of complex hardware and software systems.
• Work collaboratively with project managers and cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

Project leadership

Systems engineering

Software engineering

Electronics engineering

Agile development

Education

Degree in engineering or science discipline

Job description

Senior Project Engineer - Defence/Aerospace
Location: Cheltenham or Cambridge (with flexible working options)
Type: Full-time

About the Role

We 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.

This 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
  
• Balance competing technical requirements and manage workload priorities.
  
• Contribute to the design, development, and testing of complex hardware and software systems.
  
• Prepare and present design reviews, project status, and technical documentation.
  
• Work collaboratively with project managers and cross-functional stakeholders.
  
• Support customer and supplier meetings, ensuring technical integrity and quality of deliverables.
  
• Maintain awareness of developments within the competitive and technological landscape.
  

About You

• Degree in an engineering or science discipline (or equivalent experience).
  
• Experience in project leadership or in one of the following disciplines: systems, software, or electronics engineering.
  
• Strong technical understanding across multiple domains (electronics, software, systems, mechanical).
  
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile development environment.
  
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
  

Desirable experience:

• Leading complex projects involving significant software, electronics, and systems engineering.
  
• Background in Defence, Aerospace, or other safety-critical industries.
  
• Knowledge of standards such as DO-178, DO-254, IEC 61508, or relevant UK Defence Standards.
  
• Experience designing and testing against demanding environmental or safety standards.