About the Role

Senior Project Engineer - Defence/Aerospace

Location: Cheltenham or Cambridge (with flexible working options)

Type: Full-time

This role guides the development of next-generation control and data processing solutions for mission-critical applications. You will combine hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities, overseeing a multi-disciplinary team to deliver engineering projects on time, to budget, and to the highest standards. This role is suitable for an engineer with a background in Systems, Electronics, or Software Engineering who is ready to take a leadership role, or an experienced technical lead expanding into project and team management.

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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time