Our client, a leader in the aerospace industry, is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Senior Project Engineer to join their team from October 2026 to February 2028. This exciting fixed-term opportunity promises to be both challenging and rewarding, allowing the successful candidate to make a significant impact during the contract period.

Summary:

• Start date: October 2026
• Duration: End date February 2028
• Location: Havant
• Pay Rate: -32.00 - -38.00 per hour
• Hours: 37.5 per week all onsite
• Monday to Thursday 8 - 4.45 and Friday 8 - 12.30

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate new product development projects within engineering.
• Facilitate cross-departmental support to ensure project success.
• Monitor and advise on project progress and performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries regarding project status.
• Schedule engineering and documentation deliverables to align with programme plans.
• Provide essential administrative and organisational support for engineers and programme management.
• Adapt to shifting priorities and diverse duties in a flexible role.

Essential Responsibilities Include:

• Create and manage the engineering development plan for key project milestones.
• Conduct internal meetings to introduce awarded projects to engineering and other departments.
• Collaborate with customers to secure information and decisions for design schedules.
• Coordinate supporting activities for engineering development, including documentation and qualification schedules.
• Monitor adherence to sales contracts and manage scope changes.
• Provide stakeholders with updates on product and project status throughout lifecycles.
• Generate detailed reports and dashboards to illustrate project progress, including agreed KPIs.
• Participate in key project milestones and attend customer sites as necessary, potentially involving international travel.
• Assist the programme manager in enhancing project control and reporting.
• Facilitate record-keeping of customer specifications and drive verification and validation to meet programme requirements.

Key Skills:

• Highly organised with strong analytical abilities.
• Proven experience coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in leading productive meetings.
• High proficiency in MS Excel; familiarity with MS Project is desirable.
• Strong reporting skills with the ability to create dashboards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, especially in negotiating priorities.
• Approachable, professional demeanour with experience in B2B relationships.
• Capable of thriving under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision, able to engage with all staff levels.
• Experience in a process-driven environment adhering to recognised standards and regulations.
• Background in a manufacturing or industrial setting is preferred.

Essential Criteria:

• Project Management Skills
• Communication Skills
• Coordination Abilities
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Risk Management
• Stakeholder Management

Desirable Criteria:

• Engineering Industry Experience

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Collaborate effectively, building partnerships for collective success.
• Communicate clearly, tailoring messages to meet diverse audience needs.
• Exhibit courage in addressing challenging issues.
• Foster strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Drive results consistently, even in tough circumstances, while empowering others.
• Instil trust through integrity, credibility, and authenticity.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Project Engineer looking to contribute to exciting aerospace projects. If you are ready to take on a pivotal role in a dynamic environment, consider this opportunity with our client.

Apply today to embark on a rewarding journey in the aerospace sector!

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