Systems / Project Engineer (Rotary Aircraft)

Adecco; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Systems / Project Engineer in Bristol to coordinate engineering efforts for the Vertical Lift programme. The role involves developing Supplier Statements of Work and ensuring compliance with engineering practices. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and strong project management skills. This position offers hybrid working options and occasional travel to Yeovil.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in requirements management for systems or services.
• Strong systems engineering knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering teams across multiple skill areas.
• Develop and maintain Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs).
• Work with programme leadership on business continuity.

Skills

Project Planning and Management

Systems Engineering knowledge

Customer-facing skills

Good IT skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Systems Engineering

Tools

Chinook rotorcraft knowledge

Apache rotorcraft knowledge

Job description

Systems / Project Engineer (Rotary Aircraft), Bristol

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ab566b908e73

Job Views: 35

Posted: 25.08.2025

Expiry Date: 09.10.2025

Job Description

This role is for a Project Engineer reporting to the Project Engineering Manager. The successful candidate will assist the Vertical Lift Chief Engineer in delivering the Vertical Lift (VL) programme objectives, ensuring activities are coordinated, managed, and reported effectively. The position is primarily based in Bristol, with Yeovil as a secondary location, and involves occasional travel. Hybrid working options are available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate engineering teams across multiple skill areas, including internal and external resources and customers.
• Develop and maintain Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs) to meet programme requirements.
• Promote systems engineering best practices in managing the requirements hierarchy, ensuring quality, compliance verification, traceability, and appropriate allocation.
• Work with programme leadership to secure necessary approvals for business continuity related to VL contracted services.
• Coordinate project proposal activities and inform engineering leadership of milestone achievements.
• Identify metrics and report on functional performance to programme leadership.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field, with experience in requirements management for systems or services.
• Experience in Project Planning and Management, strong systems engineering knowledge, good IT skills, and excellent customer-facing skills.
• Knowledge of Chinook and/or Apache rotorcraft platforms is desirable.
• Registration with the Engineering Council as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer (IEng or CEng) or the ability to work towards these titles.
• Knowledge of Military Airworthiness Authority (MAA) Regulatory Articles.

For more information and immediate consideration, please apply directly to this advert or contact a recruitment expert.