About the Role
This contract position is initially until 31 March 2027, with potential for extension.
It offers a competitive day rate of up to £600 (inside IR35) and requires SC clearance at minimum.
The role involves supporting the assurance and acceptance activities for the AJAX vehicle programme, a key element within the National Armaments Director’s portfolio.
Working in a hybrid capacity, you will be on-site three days a week, with one day in Bristol.
Key Responsibilities
- Engineering Point of Contact: Act as the primary contact for engineering issues, ensuring timely resolution during the JAG process.
- Manage End Item Data Pack (EIDP): Ensure the EIDP is accurately completed, updated, and securely stored for audits.
- Stakeholder Communication: Coordinate effectively with all JAG process stakeholders to facilitate smooth vehicle acceptance and mitigate issues.
- Liaison with Production: Provide accurate updates to production teams regarding concessions, ATT, and gate reviews.
- Review & Support Gate Reviews: Attend and support gate 1-3 reviews, signing off review forms when necessary.
- Inspection & Test Coordination: Review JAG inspection scripts, liaising with ATT to resolve inspection issues.
- In-Service Engagement: Work closely with the AJAX In-Service team to ensure vehicle delivery readiness for operational deployment.
What We Are Looking For
- Experience: Proven background in manufacturing and production environments, ideally within defence or military contexts.
- Knowledge: Familiarity with Army equipment management systems such as JAMES.
- Qualifications: Relevant Engineering qualification (HND or degree). Membership such as EngTech, IEng, or CEng is essential.
- Additional Desirable Skills: Prior experience as an Army Vehicle Mechanic or Engineer, understanding of MOD/DE&S processes, and knowledge of Equipment Support and Quality Management.
Why Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a high-profile Defence programme, contributing to the assurance and acceptance of advanced military vehicles.
Our client values professional development and offers a supportive, collaborative environment.
If you meet the requirements and are prepared for a rewarding challenge, we encourage you to get in touch.