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MERITUS are recruiting for a Digital Site Operations Manager to join our client in supporting IT/OT site relationships and procedures. We are not looking for somone who has specialist hands on IT experience, but someone from an IT background who can be a focal point of digital organising for a leadership team. DIGITAL SITE OPERATIONS MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £35 PER HOUR - FILTON, UK - 9 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS This is a high-impact Digital leadership role embedded within one of the UK's most advanced aerospace manufacturing environments. Based at the Filton Plant - home to A400M wing assembly, A350 gear beam production, Wing Technology Development Centre and Additive Manufacturing capability - you will act as the senior Digital partner to plant leadership. The Opportunity You will own the Digital relationship with Operations. Not as support. As a strategic enabler. You will shape and deliver the plant Digital roadmap, protect operational continuity, drive digitalisation, strengthen OT cybersecurity posture, and ensure Digital investment delivers measurable production value. This is a role for someone who understands that in aerospace manufacturing: Downtime is expensive. Cyber risk is operational risk. Legacy systems slow innovation. Governance matters. Change requires influence. What You Will Own Full Digital stakeholder leadership for the Filton Plant Site-level Digital roadmap aligned to production strategy Demand management and prioritisation Coordination of SAP, infrastructure, digital workplace and shopfloor deployments OT cyber maturity improvement Incident governance (RCA, PPS, MTTR reduction) Supplier performance management Legacy system decommissioning Digital4Operations community leadership You will operate at the intersection of: Operations Maintenance Cyber Security IT/OT Central Digital Product Lines What We're Looking For Strong background in Digital/IT leadership within industrial manufacturing Experience working in live production environments (aerospace preferred) Exposure to IT/OT convergence Understanding of operational cyber risk Proven stakeholder management at senior plant level Ability to challenge status quo and drive change

MERITUS are recruiting for a Workforce Planning & EVP Advisor to support our major defence client in sustainably growing and retaining their workforce. WORKFORCE PLANNING & EVP ADVISOR - INSIDE IR35 - £36.28 PER HOUR (VIA UMBRELLA) - STEVENAGE, HYBRID - MUST UNDERGO SC CLEARANCE - 12 MONTHS This role supports a major international defence aviation programme delivering next-generation combat air capability in collaboration with global partners. Working within the Programme People, Skills & Culture team, the position focuses on workforce strategy, skills development, employee value proposition, and cross-partner collaboration across a complex, multi-project environment. Key Responsibilities Strategic Workforce Planning Support strategic workforce and skills initiatives with internal and external partners. Identify and help mitigate critical short- and long-term skills gaps. Provide project management support for attraction, retention, and capability development initiatives. Deliver workforce insights through data analysis, reporting, and SME input. Employee Value Proposition & Culture Support development of the programme Employee Value Proposition. Coordinate internal and external award submissions. Contribute to engagement, inclusion, and retention initiatives using survey and exit feedback insights. Secondments & Partner Mobility Manage cross-partner secondment processes and governance. Act as key liaison for partner secondee exchanges. Internal Skills Development Support initiatives to strengthen internal capability and reduce reliance on external expertise. Ensure skills development aligns with current and future programme needs. Experience & Skills Background in workforce planning, talent acquisition, HR, or STEM skills. Experience within large, complex organisations. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Skilled in stakeholder relationship building and data interpretation. Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Defence sector experience desirable but not essential.

B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer (B737) Base Maintenance | UK MRO Up to £82,000 plus bonus A well established UK MRO is looking for an experienced B1 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to join its base maintenance team. This is a long term role within a stable organisation that invests in engineers and offers real progression, not short term firefighting. Role Overview Certifying and supervising base maintenance in line with Part 145 Allocating work and supporting maintenance teams Ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance Accurate completion and review of work packs Requirements UK CAA Part 66 B1 Licence Base maintenance experience B737NG and or A320 CEO Types preferred Part 145 background Package Salary up to £82,000 Company wide performance bonus Sponsorship available Type courses available Benefits 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays with buy or sell option £1,500 annual wellbeing allowance Education support up to $3,000 per year Pension 3 percent employer contribution Cycle to work and electric car schemes Death in service at 3x salary Retail discounts and referral bonus

MERITUS are recruiting for a Quality Engineer to work a doubl-day, lineside shift routine for one of our large aerospace clients in Flintshire. QUALITY ENGINEER - INSIDE IR35 - £36.70 PER HOUR (£44.04 PER HOUR After Shift Allowance) - 9 Months - FLINTSHIRE, UK - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS Working within an Autonomous Production Team at our client , you will be embedded on the shopfloor, ensuring complex aerospace assembly continues without disruption. When production hits a technical barrier, you are the escalation point. What You Will Do You will: Diagnose and support Non-Conformities (NC) Lead containment and corrective action follow-up Create enriched technical documentation Raise Design Query Notes (DQN) Generate rework work orders Manage outstanding work Interface with Work Preparation, Quality, Maintenance and Supply Chain Support LEAN and waste reduction initiatives Drive EHS and Quality adherence at station level Prioritise work orders linked to concessions or blocking points You will operate daily in: High-pressure production environments Cross-functional decision-making forums Continuous improvement cycles Technical documentation and SAP systems What Makes You Right for This Experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing assembly Confident handling of NCs, concessions and rework Comfortable working line side Strong understanding of industrial systems and processes Clear communicator across operators and engineering functions Structured thinker under pressure If you prefer theory over action, this is not the role. If you thrive in solving production problems in real time, this is.

MERITUS are recruiting for a Nightshift NC Programmer to join our client in aerospace from their site in Flintshire. Please note, with the additional 38% shift uplift on the original rate, your rate will be £50.64 per hour. NIGHTSHIFT NC PROGRAMMER - INSIDE IR35 - £36.70 HOUR (NIGHTSHIFT RATE IS £50.64 PER HOUR) - 9 MONTHS - BROUGHTON, FLINTSHIRE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS This is not a standard CNC programming role. This is production engineering at the point of impact. We are supporting a major aerospace manufacturing operation producing next-generation aircraft structures. As part of the lineside Manufacturing Engineering team, you will operate on nightshift providing real-time NC programming support to a fast-paced, high-precision production environment. When production encounters a machining or program issue, you are the technical authority. What You'll Be Responsible For Defining and optimising NC programs to Manufacturing Engineering specifications Supporting jigs and tool specifications Running numerical simulations and validating toolpaths Testing and integrating NC programs into DNC systems or directly onto machines Participating in validation with Work Preparation, Quality and Production Supporting cycle time reduction and efficiency initiatives Driving continuous improvement within numerical control processes You will work from: Engineering & manufacturing design models Digital mock-ups Material and tolerance specifications Historic manufacturing feedback Your output will be production-ready NC programs and supporting technical documentation. What We're Looking For NVQ Level 4 / HNC or equivalent Strong background in NC programming within manufacturing engineering Experience in high-precision environments (aerospace preferred) CATIA exposure advantageous SAP familiarity beneficial Working understanding of aircraft build philosophy Ability to operate independently on nightshift This role suits someone who thrives in production environments where precision, pace and problem-solving matter daily.

MERITUS are recruiting for a Supply Chain & Quality Manager role for our client with the aerospace sector onsite in Derby. SUPPLY CHAIN & QUALITY MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £41 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS - DERBY - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS On-Site SCQM activities include the following: Supply Chain Management Suppliers' performance monitoring. Load and capacity analysis. Rate readiness analysis. Supply chain intelligence management. Transfer of work management. Design change industrialisation management. Quality Management Correction: non-conformity eradication (Events / SARI / QSR / Concessions) Prevention: implementation and management of APQP and quality improvement plan (SQIP) Risk Management Risks identification and assessment Mitigation plan definition and execution Governance Required Skills: Efficient and proactive communication Strong stakeholder management ability Industrial background and culture within aerospace industry Data analysis and synthetic reporting Practical problem solving Crisis and recovery management Project management basics

MERITUS are recruiting for a Customer Logistics Manager to join our client on an initial 12 month contract from their site in Oxford. CUSTOMER LOGISTICS MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £22.44 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS - OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS Knowledge and Skills: Essential: Capable of effectively communicating ideas and information to a diverse range of internal and external audiences, utilising both written and verbal communication methods. Customer-centric mindset, ensuring the customer's viewpoint remains the highest. Able to organise time and resources effectively to achieve goals and objectives. Proficient in analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks. Proficient in both Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Ability to unite and involve as a team; or a team player. Positive, self motivated, enthusiastic and flexible. Proficiency in handling stress and approaching challenges with a positive mindset. Desirable: Experience with SAP or similar enterprise systems. Knowledge on UK Customs and export regulations Compliance with procurement, competition law and legislative requirements Understanding contracts with all constraints. Autonomy synthesis and coordination skills. French and/or German Speaking

MERITUS are recuriting for an Electrical Test Design Engineer to join our client on an initial 6 month contract from their major site in Stevenage. ELECTRICAL TEST DESIGN ENGINEER - INSIDE IR35 - £50 PER HOUR - 6 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - STEVENAGE, HERTFORDSHIRE Responsibilities Prepare specifications & develop designs in line with all quality and technical standards. Develop proposals for investigations & solutions, following investigation and analysis of technical issues. Carry out design appraisals to ensure all standards are maintained. Define & specify test approaches; identifying any potential improvements to test/diagnostic processes. Carry out team planning, risk management and quality activities in collaboration with the Engineering Project Manager Production of documentation to support the in-service use of products Support the identification of business opportunities and the preparation of bids Manage assigned budgets and lead, develop and motivate team members Report against work programmes Make Engineering decisions within own sphere of responsibility Ensure team size & capability mix is optimised for successful delivery of work packages & projects Support of less experienced team members Keep up to date in the relevant technical areas Skillset/experience required: Skilled Hardware Design Engineers with proven experience to support the design, integration and validation of test system hardware solutions. Knowledge of test needs and techniques in support of product life cycle development. Experience of Design Proving and performance testing during development. Experience of Environmental and EMC testing during qualification. Strong document writing skills associated with Test Equipment hardware design needs. Experience of managing packages of work is highly desirable.

MERITUS are recruiting for a Minor Works Project Manager to join our client within the aerospace industry on a 12 month contract with very strong likelihood of extensions thereafter. MINOR WORKS PROJECT MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £40 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS - FILTON, GLOUCESTERSHIRE - SINGLE STAGE PROCESS An anonymous client is seeking a Facilities Project Manager to oversee multiple minor works projects (up to £100,000) across their Filton and Newport sites. The role requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and financial control, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Key Responsibilities: Plan, manage, and deliver minor works projects, ensuring compliance with scope, budget, and deadlines. Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure adherence to safety standards. Apply financial controls including margin management, cost tracking, and final account negotiation. Identify and manage project risks, reviewing RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements). Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, health & safety policies, and operational procedures. Evaluate project outcomes to support continuous improvement. Requirements: Proven experience managing projects up to £100,000 in value. Background in Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) works. IOSH Managing Safely and NEBOSH qualifications. Strong stakeholder management skills. Awareness of CDM regulations. Additional Info: Reports to Head of Services, Filton. Security clearance essential for Newport site access.

MERITUS are recruiting for a Minor Works Project Manager to join our client within the aerospace industry on a 12 month contract with very strong likelihood of extensions thereafter. MINOR WORKS PROJECT MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £40 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS - FILTON, GLOUCESTERSHIRE - SINGLE STAGE PROCESS An anonymous client is seeking a Facilities Project Manager to oversee multiple minor works projects (up to £100,000) across their Filton and Newport sites. The role requires strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and financial control, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Key Responsibilities: Plan, manage, and deliver minor works projects, ensuring compliance with scope, budget, and deadlines. Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure adherence to safety standards. Apply financial controls including margin management, cost tracking, and final account negotiation. Identify and manage project risks, reviewing RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements). Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, health & safety policies, and operational procedures. Evaluate project outcomes to support continuous improvement. Requirements: Proven experience managing projects up to £100,000 in value. Background in Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) works. IOSH Managing Safely and NEBOSH qualifications. Strong stakeholder management skills. Awareness of CDM regulations. Additional Info: Reports to Head of Services, Filton. Security clearance essential for Newport site access.

MERITUS Talent are working with Europe's largest weapons systems manufacturer for the recruitment of a Production Test Engineer to join their Manufacturing team Production Test Engineer (Electronics) - Stevenage/Bolton - HNC/HND Essential - Contract - 12 Months - £36ph via Umbrella Responsibilities: Role responsibilities Technical support to the manufacturing test of weapons sub-systems in production and development test and diagnostics of complex weapons at system and Subsystem level. Provide Test Engineering support during Design / Development phases from initial concept through to Production Readiness Review and release to Operations. Support Test Facility introduction and ensure that configuration control of equipment and facilities is in place prior to use, including generating supporting test specifications and operator instructions. Support to testing of electrical/electronic weapon systems and sub-assemblies, with diagnosis of production test failures down to circuit card and potentially component level. Identification of remedial and corrective actions, in a timely manner allowing Manufacturing to continue production in line with programme. Evaluation of technical problems in order to develop proposals for test equipment investigations and corrective actions, including process improvements. Test Engineering representative at Defect Review Board meetings to ensure efficient progress of equipment and quality notifications towards corrective action. Role requirements (skills, training and qualifications) HNC/HND (Electronics) Level of Qualifications or equivalent, plus good level of experience in digital & analogue electronics manufacture and test. A good understanding of measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. An understanding of the typical CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. An understanding of RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. An understanding of Environmental testing (including ESS) would also be an advantage. Good verbal and written communication skills, including generation of test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports based on higher-level requirements. Proven analytical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail. The ability to plan and organise own work in order to ensure multiple tasks can be prioritised and delivered against Project objectives. Manual handling training. ESD training. HNC/HND (Electronics) Level of Qualifications or equivalent, plus good level of experience in digital & analogue electronics manufacture and test. A good understanding of measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. An understanding of the typical CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. An understanding of RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. An understanding of Environmental testing (including ESS) would also be an advantage.