Project Engineer in Somerset

Your Impact

Join a team at the forefront of helicopter engineering, where no two days are the same. As a Project Engineer at Leonardo Helicopters, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping complex aerospace programmes — coordinating cutting‑edge design, analysis, testing and certification activities that keep aircraft safe, capable and mission‑ready. Working across multi‑disciplined teams and alongside customers, suppliers and technical specialists, you’ll help deliver innovative engineering solutions from concept through to qualification and acceptance, all within a fast‑paced and highly collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Chief Project Engineer in all matters of safety and continued airworthiness.
• Understand contractual and certification requirements of the customers and the certifying authorities, and assist in the definition and management of the engineering activities required to meet these requirements.
• Manage, analyse and coordinate the Systems Engineering activities relating to the air vehicle or related modifications/tasks.
• Ensure that the relevant specifications and documentation supporting the Systems Engineering process are prepared and maintained.
• Provide a working level technical interface with internal customers (Programme Management, Operations, Production Engineering, etc.) and with external customers.
• Provide a working level technical interface with internal suppliers (Procurement, Engineering Systems Groups, etc.) and with external suppliers as appropriate to the task.
• Ensure all engineering activities are planned and executed in accordance with the plan.
• Contribute to the management of multi‑functional teams or departmental teams where required as part of the project activity.

What You’ll Bring

• Qualified to degree level or HNC/HND/BTEC and Apprenticeship or equivalent in mechanical or aeronautical engineering or an allied discipline, and 5 years relevant experience.
• Sound knowledge of operation of the air vehicle, aircraft systems, sensors and operational uses.
• Specialist knowledge of the Test and Evaluation Process and Test Methods; ability to use the DOORS package for requirements management and tracking.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and data analysis techniques.
• Ability to remain flexible and resourceful in constantly changing trials programmes.
• Ability to represent the company with the MoD and external agencies.
• At least two years experience in a relevant aerospace role.
• A good working knowledge of helicopter engineering is essential.
• Knowledge of aircraft airworthiness and safety requirements and procedures.
• The ability to communicate well both within the Company and externally at all levels.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, which could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).

Why join us

• Time to Recharge – Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi‑days each year.
• Secure your Future – Benefit from our award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters – Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
• Rewarding Performance – All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning – Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend – Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks – Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech.