Project Engineer - Software Integration

  • Matchtech
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • May 27, 2026
Contractor Government

Job Description

Location: Bristol (4-5 days per week onsite)

Duration: 12 month initial contract

Rate: 50ph UMB (Inside IR35)

Candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain UK SC clearance.

Role details:
Our client, a key player in the defence and security sector, is currently looking for a Project Engineer to join their team in Bristol on a contract basis. This role supports the delivery of integration tools to customers, acting as the liaison between the Systems Engineering section and Manufacturing. The position demands a proactive approach to ensure timely delivery of critical path activities. This position is for 12 months with the possibility of extension.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the delivery of integration tools to customers by liaising between Systems Engineering and Manufacturing
  • Working with Project Leads and development teams to ensure timely delivery of critical path activities
  • Collaborating within an agile development team of mixed discipline engineers to deliver simulations and equipment representations
  • Deploying existing software packages onto hardware as provided by the software development team
  • Ensuring relevant Safety and Security documentation is followed as per design definitions
  • Supporting documentation updates and handling shipping and export functions, when necessary


Job Requirements:

  • Experience with Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) computer hardware
  • Ability to follow software load instructions to install software on COTS hardware
  • Familiarity with operating systems such as Linux and Windows
  • Ability to build relationships and solve problems effectively with a diverse group of people
  • Understanding and supporting delivery plans to meet schedules
  • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to address and resolve issues with project plans
  • Proficiency in using and managing simple databases for asset management and tracking
  • Experience in conducting software tests on deliverable equipment using pre-existing test documentation
  • Understanding the importance of version and quality controls
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver to deadlines with a positive, professional attitude
  • Ability to handle manual tasks as part of the role


Desirable Skills:

  • Familiarity with continuous integration/development tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub)
  • Knowledge of system integration principles and processes
  • Understanding of software development practices


If you are a proactive Project Engineer with expertise in COTS and systems integration, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Bristol.