Are you an experienced SC cleared Engineering professional with a background in manufacturing and production environments, particularly within defence or military sectors? Evodia Limited is supporting a leading client in recruiting a Contract AJAX JAG Production Engineer, a vital role within the Land Environment Programme, based in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales..
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.
At Evodia Limited, we are committed to transparent, straightforward recruitment, acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. If you’re ready to make a difference in the Defence sector, we look forward to your application.