SQL Developer

Beagle Aircraft; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave (pro rata)

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Birthday leave

Long service awards

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Beagle Aircraft is an aerospace manufacturer investing in MRP within its ERP platform. We are seeking an experienced SQL Developer (ERP) for a 4-month Fixed Term Contract to lead the SQL/data workstream and support data migration for a major ERP rollout.

You will work with Planning, Procurement, Engineering and Operations, developing SQL solutions, ensuring data accuracy and readiness for go-live, while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver a successful ERP implementation.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T‑SQL development.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering or aerospace environment.
• Experience developing SQL solutions within an ERP environment.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations, MRP projects or major business system upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain and support SQL databases throughout the ERP implementation.
• Develop SQL scripts to support database administration, data migration and system updates.
• Manage data cleansing, validation, reconciliation and master data activities.
• Support ERP testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and MRP validation.
• Investigate and resolve SQL, database and data integrity issues.
• Manage manufacturing ERP data, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, inventory and production information.
• Perform SQL Server backup, restore and database administration activities.
• Produce technical documentation, change logs and project records.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of the ERP implementation.

Skills

SQL development

SQL Server

Data migration

ERP experience

Manufacturing/aerospace

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Power BI

SSMS

Job description

At Beagle Aircraft, we're a leading aerospace manufacturer, producing precision-engineered components for some of the world's leading aerospace programmes.

We're investing in the future of our manufacturing operations through the implementation of MRP within our ERP platform, and we're looking for an experienced SQL Developer (ERP) to play a key role in this business-critical project.

Please note this role is a 4 month Fixed Term Contract

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative project team where you'll use your SQL expertise to support a major ERP implementation. Due to the nature of this contract, we're looking for someone who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.

Experience with SYSPRO ERP would be highly advantageous, although candidates with experience of other manufacturing ERP systems are encouraged to apply.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Lead, you'll take ownership of the SQL and database workstream, supporting the implementation of MRP within our ERP system.

Working closely with Planning, Procurement, Engineering and Operations, you'll develop SQL solutions, manage data migration and reconciliation, support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and ensure manufacturing data is accurate, reliable and ready for go-live.

This is a hands-on technical role requiring someone who can work independently while collaborating with project stakeholders to deliver a successful ERP implementation.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Birthday leave
• Long service awards
• Free onsite parking
• Opportunity to contribute to a major ERP transformation project

Key Responsibilities

• Build, maintain and support SQL databases throughout the ERP implementation.
• Develop SQL scripts to support database administration, data migration and system updates.
• Manage data cleansing, validation, reconciliation and master data activities.
• Support ERP testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and MRP validation.
• Investigate and resolve SQL, database and data integrity issues.
• Manage manufacturing ERP data, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, inventory and production information.
• Perform SQL Server backup, restore and database administration activities.
• Produce technical documentation, change logs and project records.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of the ERP implementation.

About You

We're looking for an experienced SQL Developer with a strong background supporting manufacturing ERP systems and delivering successful data-driven projects.

You’ll ideally have:

• Strong commercial experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T‑SQL development.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering or aerospace environment.
• Experience developing SQL solutions within an ERP environment.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations, MRP projects or major business system upgrades.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing ERP data, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, inventory, production orders and MRP.
• Experience with data migration, data validation, reconciliation and master data management.
• Experience investigating and resolving SQL, database and data integrity issues.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with SYSPRO ERP or another manufacturing ERP platform.
• Experience supporting MRP implementations.
• Experience using Power BI or other reporting tools.

Why Join Beagle Aircraft?

This is more than just a fixed-term contract it's an opportunity to play a key role in delivering a business-critical ERP transformation that will shape the future of our manufacturing operations.

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to a high-profile project and help deliver a successful MRP implementation within a leading aerospace manufacturing business.