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Job Title: Contract Instructor Pilot (CIP) Lead

Location: RAF Marham / On-site.

Salary: Competitive

What you’ll be doing:

Your main responsibilities will involve:

• Responsible for the line management, development and behaviours of a team of aircrew instructors and facilitators
• Delivery of F-35 pilot ground school in accordance with BAE Systems and MOD regulatory frameworks, including the contractual obligation to update, maintain and deliver the course content, including all visual aids, classroom lectures, and synthetic training scenarios
• Continuous development of emergent technologies to provide a fully immersive training environment for the Simulator Programme at RAF Marham. This includes transition into operational training and includes the safety-critical zero live hours to solo element for the Operational Conversion Unit (OCU), as well as Currency and Mission Training capability for the wider Lightning Force
• Accountable for the training governance of all instructors, including the amendment of the ATO. The incumbent will be required to follow DSAT and MASED 95 processes for extant and future instructor qualifications
• Maintains oversight and delivery of Student Pilot Conversion training. The job holder will be expected to deliver ground school lectures and core simulator instruction as a fully contributory member of the instructional team
• Maintains Technical Authority for delivery of aircrew ground school and synthetic Lightning training
• Responsible for the financial aspects of the team including utilisation, over time, travel and absence management
• Ensuring the teams adherence to the organisations SHE standards; and ensuring actions to address SHE issues are prioritised and resourced appropriately. More detailed responsibilities are captured within the Company Health & Safety Policy (759/OF/016) and the Company Environmental Policy (759/OF/029)

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Fast Jet aircrew instructional qualification and associated experience
• An ability to establish, develop and maintain strong relationships with Customers and Stakeholders
• Appreciation of current and future synthetic training requirements and programmes
• Excellent communication, IT and Presentation skills

Desirable:

• Prior F-35 Lightning Front Line Pilot; QFI or QWI
• In depth knowledge of Lightning aircraft and Customer training structure and processes (DSAT)

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The BAE Systems UKF-35 Sustainment Team:

An exciting and rewarding opportunity has a arisen for a Contract Instructor Pilot (CIP) Lead within the National Support Solution delivered by BAE Systems UK F-35 Sustainment Team, based a RAF Marham.

The CIP Lead will ensure the Lightning Force demand for trained aircrew is met in full, this includes generating the specified CIP numbers at the requisite capability which is directly linked to KPI achievement. The output will be achieved by the CIP Lead influencing the design of the syllabus and training events as well as personally delivering training and tasking a team of 9 CIPs from BAES.

This role will be the primary interface with Squadron Leadership and Force Leadership in respect of pilot training, ensuring the service is delivered to plan and the experience provided exceeds expectations.

The CIP Lead will be representing UK F-35 Sustainment at F-35 Program Working Groups and BAE Systems Flight Ops Functional Meetings based on their leadership role at Marham.

This position will also act as the BAE Systems Pilot Subject Matter Expert for F-35 Lightning II, interfacing with the wider US Programmes, Training and Flight Operations Teams/Functions as required to enhance our customer offering and delivery.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks

Closing Date: 31st July 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Your Role

Ready to shape the future of engineering? Capgemini Engineering is on the lookout for passionate Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Consultants to join our fast-growing team. Whether it’s aerospace, defence, or energy, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation—helping world-class clients transform their systems engineering capabilities and embrace the power of digital. From early concept design to in-service support, you’ll work across the full system lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge solutions that make a real impact.

At Capgemini, you won’t just follow best practices—you’ll help define them. You’ll work with the latest tools, frameworks, and technologies, including our proprietary REVEAL® Requirements Engineering Framework, to deliver smarter, faster, and more integrated MBSE solutions. Surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry, you’ll grow fast, take ownership from day one, and thrive in a collaborative, high-energy environment where your ideas matter.

In this role you will play a key role in:

• Support MBSE transformation activities by contributing to process, tool, and methodology improvements across engineering projects.
• Work with stakeholders to gather MBSE requirements, help define solutions, and communicate MBSE principles clearly across teams.
• Assist in configuring and using MBSE toolsets, establishing traceability, and supporting integration with other engineering tools.
• Contribute to project delivery and team development by sharing knowledge, supporting junior colleagues, and applying MBSE best practices in live projects.

Your Profile

• Degree in engineering or a related scientific field, with experience in early-stage systems engineering processes.
• Hands-on experience with MBSE tools (e.g. Cameo, Rhapsody, Capella) and frameworks such as Magic Grid, Arcadia, or SYSMOD.
• Skilled in developing and maintaining SysML-based models and applying MBSE methods in real-world engineering projects.

Desirable:

• Experience working in aerospace, defence, or energy sectors within multidisciplinary engineering environments (mechanical, electrical, software, systems).
• Strong understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements management (e.g. DOORS), system design, validation/verification, and MBSE integration.
• Familiarity with tools and frameworks such as Matlab/Simulink, UAF, TOGAF, or Archimate, with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills; INCOSE certification (or willingness to pursue) is a plus.

What you'll love about working here

• Ongoing performance management tool to help you stay on track with your development plan
• Award winning career acceleration programs
• Open access to digital learning platforms
• Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion like OutFront, CapAbility or

Need to know

• Due to the nature of the projects you will be working on, candidates must be Sole British Nationals to be considered.
• Eligible for, or current hold, SC Clearance
• You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.

Your Profile

•    Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and aerospace industry standards (e.g., AS/EN 9100).
•    Proficiency in quality core tools (e.g., APQP, FAI, 8D analysis, IPCA+, CCP tools).
•    Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
•    Familiarity with risk management principles.

If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply, your unique experience could be just what we need.

What you'll love about working here

• Open access to digital learning platforms
• Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion like OutFront, CapAbility or
• Ongoing performance management tool to help you stay on track with your development plan
• Open access to digital learning platforms

Need to know

• 5 days on site , with adhoc travel to client sites as needed
• Due to the nature of the projects you may be working on, successful candidates must be sole British Nationals , or hold one of these nationalities: German, Spanish or Italian .

• All roles will require a level of security clearance; BPSS Clearance

• You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

At Capgemini Engineering

The world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

About the job you're considering

Capgemini Engineering are looking for a dedicated, passionate Delivery Manager to join our civil aerospace delivery team within Capgemini Engineering. We are looking for an individual with experience in the Civil Aerospace Domain, who has a strong desire for career advancement and the ability to put our customers at the center of Delivery. 

Hybrid working: The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.

If you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including:  identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service)

Your Role

Reporting to the Delivery Executive, the Delivery Manager will oversee all aspects of delivery within their assigned aerospace account to ensure positive customer experience and controlled performance of our engagement portfolio. You will also:

•    Collaborate with your partnered Client Partner(s) to ensure we align Capgemini services to meet customer expectations in a competitive environment and that relevant new services as well as growth of existing ones are championed.
•    Build strong customer relationships and demonstrate objective customer satisfaction.
•    Actively drive delivery-led selling of Capgemini capability/offerings across assigned accounts.
•    Meet financial and non-financial targets for assigned accounts, including leading profitability improvement initiatives and transformation.

You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.

Your skills and experience

•    Reporting to the Aerospace Delivery Executive, you will manage a diverse engagement team and portfolio of engagements 
•    Actively optimize delivery performance through a number of different levers 
•    Manage engagement distribution across your team of engagement managers to balance the portfolio commitments.
•    Manage a number of engagements yourself along with the financial management including: revenue reporting, profitability tracking, invoicing, client management, risk and opportunity management, bidding, proposal writing and other.
•    Monitor and forecast the financial performance to maximize contribution margin across Accounts.
•    Forecast and manage the capacity and skills required to deliver current and future engagements and services. 

Don’t meet every single requirements? Studies have shown women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Your security clearance

To be successfully appointed to this role you will need to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard checks.

There are no nationality or residency restrictions, although if you have resided outside of the UK within the last 3 years, further checks may be required.

There are other criteria and checks required for BPSS, and throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility such as, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality.

What does 'Get The Future You Want' mean for you?

You will be encouraged to have a positive work-life balance.  Our hybrid-first way of working means we embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people.  All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements. You’d be joining an accredited Great Place to work for Wellbeing in 2024. Employee wellbeing is vitally important to us as an organisation. We see a healthy and happy workforce a critical component for us to achieve our organisational ambitions.

To help support wellbeing we have trained ‘Mental Health Champions’ across each of our business areas, and we have invested in wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy. You will reimagine what’s possible: creating value for the world’s leading organisations through technology to build a sustainable, more inclusive future. You will work with a range of clients all with a unique set of business, technological and societal ambitions, which will make a real impact across the UK.

Why you should consider Capgemini

Growing clients’ businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask.  When you join Capgemini, you’ll join a thriving company and become part of a collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts.  We find new ways technology can help us reimagine what’s possible.  It’s why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world’s leading businesses, and it’s how you’ll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future.  By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge, and always pushing yourself to do better, you’ll build the skills you want. You’ll use your skills to help our clients leverage technology to innovate and grow their business. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is.

Get the Future You Want |  

About Capgemini

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organisations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fuelled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion. 

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.

Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Romford- Essex

£60,000

Serious progression opportunities- Team Lead and Chief Engineer

• Small family business
• Real progresison into Senior/ Chief Engineer roles

We're looking for Aircraft Engineers (ideally with Part 66 Category B1 Licence) to work in a medium-sized, family run business based in Romford. With a small, bur gorwing engineering team, this company can offer real prigression routes for someone who shows good team leadership skills and the possibility to develop into the Chief Engineer.

Roles/Responsibilities:

• To maintain a fleet of both company and customer aircraft- entire systems
• To work under IAW Standards- EASA part M (continued airworthiness) and part 145
• To provide the CRS Signsture for Release to Service
• To support the engineering team, and intime, lead and manage others

What We're Looking For:

• A part 66 B1 license or working towards
• Experience wortking on aircraft (ideally Diamond, Tecnam, Piper and Cessna)
• Hold a drivbing license due to location

Unfortunately we are unable to accept applications from overseas for this role. To be successful, you must have full right to work in the UK with restriction or limitation.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

CB22 (Sawston)

Commutable from Saffron Walden, Haverhill, Royston, Cambridge, Letchworth Garden city

£36,000-£9,000

Monday - Friday (day shift)

Benefits:-

• 25 days holiday + banks

Our client is a small yet growing business who repair, maintain and refurbish vintage aircraft. Operating just south of Cambridge, they have need to grow thier enigneering team and would like to bring on an extra maintenance engineer to support repairs on planes.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Work within a maintenance team of 8
• Carry out maintenance on aircraft systems such as engines, hydraulics and air systems
• Make repairs to older/vintage aircraft
• Carry out sheet metal repairs at times
• Machining tasks in the CNC workshop (if you have the experience)

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Experience maintaining aircraft systems
• Ideally experience with older/ vintage aircraft
• CNC/manual machining experience (desirable)
• Sheet metal experience (desirable)

Due to the nature o the business, unfortunately we cannot accept applications from candidates overseas, and you will need to have full right to work in the UK with no limitation or expiry date in order to apply.

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Qualified PCV Drivers needed for London Luton Airport!  Immediate start available. £6 Per Hour

Are you a qualified bus driver?

Do you have a passion for providing outstanding service, greeting customers with  a smile, and serving them with pride?

Are you able to take initiative and make choices that are right for our customers?

Do you have a desire to succeed in your role?

So, could you be our Ideal Candidate?

If so, then we would like to hear from you! Click “apply” today and we will be in touch with you.

We're looking for a PCV drivers who will be the face of our business, bringing outstanding customer service within the Airport sector.

You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do. They take pride in their Customer Service and most of all, you'll join a company that takes pride in its people.

As a PCV driver you will contribute to a passionate and friendly team working in a fast-paced setting. You'll get given every chance to progress within a company that invests in its people.

We will work as one team in pursuit of a shared vision.

Could you bring your spark to our Team? Here's what you need to know before applying:

You are required to have a PCV licence with Cat D with no more than 3 points and an up-to-date CPC card. We also  training for CPC courses.

The role is to drive the courtesy shuttle bus around the designated Airport Car main duties include:

• Drive the Company’s vehicles in a safe, legal and professional way.
• Carrying out the safety walk round checks before commencing service. Ensuring that any defect in the vehicle or equipment is reported on our defect app. Always provide a high standard of customer service.
• Give customers on the bus any information that may help them during their journey.
• Always behave in a friendly and professional way to customers and colleagues.
• Recognise and assist with the additional needs of children and vulnerable adults, the elderly, infirm or people with disabilities.

Essential Requirements for the role: 

• Category D driving licence.
• Up to date CPC qualification card.
• The ability to work shifts on a rolling shift pattern including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays. 

Preferred Requirements for the role: 

• Strong Customer service skills
• Friendly manner

 What we offer you in return:

• Competitive rate of £16 per hour
< >Full uniform provided
• Paid breaks
• Starting with 28 days holidays, (including 8 bank holidays) then increasing annually up to 32
• Friendly working environment
• No cash handling involved
  

  
  

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  We are focused on ensuring APCOA is a fair place to work regardless of age, race, gender, sexuality or level in the organisation. We offer a motivating work environment where successes are shared. With challenging projects and an atmosphere of fostering and support, staff have the development opportunities to fulfil their potential while aiming for excellence in their work.

You'll be analysing a comprehensive engineering data set relating to aerospace components and mechanisms to determine trends in areas such as failure rates, test reports and repair reports.

Your output will be reports on anomalies, trends and forecast models on predicted failures over a wide range of time-lines

The reward is making a major contribution to improving safety, quality and reliability of engineering devices, resulting in great customer satisfaction

You'll need a degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering combined with commercial work experience in engineering data analysis using modelling tools such as Power BI, advanced Excel and ML

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Manufacturing Quality Manager - Aerospace
Crick area

Up to £60k plus benefits 
P ermanent | Full-Time

On behalf of our client, a leading engineering / manufacturing business, we are recruiting for an experienced Manufacturing Quality Manager to join their team.

Reporting to the Quality Director and working in close partnership with Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering, this is a pivotal leadership role focused on ensuring product excellence and customer satisfaction. As the primary quality interface for customers, you’ll be instrumental in building strong relationships, driving continuous improvement, and implementing best-in-class quality practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Manufacturing Quality team to deliver high performance, aligned with annual business objectives.
li>Champion quality initiatives across manufacturing, ensuring Right First Time production and adherence to customer expectations.
• Act as the quality representative in operational tiered reviews and escalation processes.
• Manage non-conforming material processes (MRB, RTV, in-house problem solving), reducing scrap and rework while improving FPY and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain robust quality assurance and control systems across internal processes and supplier performance.
• Build effective working relationships with customers and suppliers as the key point of contact for product quality.
• Oversee quality aspects of supplier management – including FAIR, Goods Inwards, and corrective actions (NCM, CAR/8D).
< i>Drive a culture of continuous improvement and quality excellence, actively promoting Lean tools and best practices.
• Enhance team capability, succession planning, and the strategic development of Quality functions.

Skills and Experience Required

• In-depth knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, AS9145 and Part 21G (auditor approval an advantage).
• Practical experience in 8D problem solving, Lean manufacturing, and quality improvement tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead, influence, and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Experience leading a Quality function within a manufacturing environment.
• Commercially aware, customer-focused, and results-driven with a proactive, “can-do” attitude.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications; experience with manufacturing methods including surface treatments (e.g., anodising, zinc plating) and verification against engineering standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive manufacturer known for quality, innovation, and collaboration. If you’re a strategic and hands-on Quality leader ready to make a measurable impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Role: Electrical Aviation Tester

Location: Cheltenham

Duration: 12 months (likely extensions)

Rate:

Base rate - 17.20

Swing rate - (Earlies + Lates) 20.95

Weekend rate - 22.88

Key roles and Responsibilities include:

• Testing Avionics products
• Defined product quality standards and assessment criteria.
• Collaborated with production teams to meet performance and productivity targets.
• Kept databases updated with relevant technical documentation and
• Good understanding of technical drawings and instructions

Experience and qualifications:

• Electrical testing understanding
• Self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude
• Good concentration and attention to detail
• Good Understanding of manufacturing business systems i.e. TipQa,
• Proficy & Windchill
• Experience in Test process, Vibration, ATP and ESS
• Good Communication and time keeping skills
• Performed thorough visual and physical inspections of all parts.