An Aerospace Engineer is responsible for the research and design of aircraft, missiles, satellites and space vehicles. The purpose of an Aerospace Engineer is to improve the functionality of flight systems. This could include improving safety, increasing speed, and limiting costs. One of the most important aspects of Aerospace Engineering is to develop new environmentally friendly methods of air travel. There are a varied selection of job positions within the Aeronautical Engineering industry, including Development, Research, and Manufacturing.
An Aerospace Engineer must hold a degree in a scientific subject. Candidates who have a degree in Engineering may also be considered if they studied Aerospace modules throughout their course of study. Many candidates in the Aerospace Sector undertake advanced degrees in order to set themselves apart from competition due to the competitive nature of the industry.
Although the UK Aerospace Industry creates many jobs, competition for these roles tends to be fiercely competitive. Work experience programmes allow candidatest to network and find a gateway into the industry. Employment opportunities also exist abroad within international Aerospace organisations. Aerospace engineering positions are often advertised by recruitment agencies - many of whom are specialists, with expertise in this sector.
The average starting salary of an aerospace engineer is between £20,000 and £26,000. Those with experience typically earn around £40,000, and a Project Leader's salary could be as much as £65,000.
Manufacturing Recruitment Ltd specialises in defence disciplines: ARM / ILS, Cyber Security, Design Engineering, Information Assurance, Naval Architecture, Project Management, Quality & Manufacturing, Safety Engineering, Supply Chain & Procurement, Systems Engineering, Technical Publications. We ensure our clients recruitment processes are as efficient as possible.
Clayhill Farm, Marden Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2LP
Our candidates are a mixture of civilians and Veterans; a vast majority of whom hold SC, DV and NATO clearance together with exceptional Defence arena connections in logistics, cyber, digital, business development, Air, Maritime and Land. Many of our candidates have worked for the MOJ, DIT and MOD (Corsham, Abbey Wood and GCHQ) up to C-Level liaising with 1-star to 4-star personnel.
The Granary, 5 Bonneys Yard, The Street, Eversley, Hampshire, RG27 0PJ
"Strengthening the defence industry with expertly trained professionals. From engineers and strategists to logistics and support staff, we deliver talent that meets the highest standards of discipline and precision. Our candidates understand the critical nature of defence operations and bring expertise in safeguarding infrastructure and resources. Partner with us to secure excellence in defence staffing."
85 Great Portland Street, First Floor, London, London, W1W 7LT
Recruitrite Ltd is a recruitment business in the North East that provides staffing solutions to several sectors including Manufacturing, Sales & Business Development, Logistics & Supply Chain, Contact Centres, Health & Care, and Engineering. They offer contract, interim, temporary & permanent recruitment, plus executive search services. Some roles they fill include Warehouse Operative, High-Pressure Water Jetter, and Digital Marketing Executive.
Coniscliffe House Coniscliffe Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 7EE
Ontrak Recruitment is a multi-sector recruitment company founded in 2007, covering Accountancy, Health & Safety, Telecommunications and more. Through teams in Greenwich, and 600 satellite offices, they fulfil permanent, temporary and contract appointments. They are members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation, and Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, and have been recognised by the Rail Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme.
UNIT 19 GREENWICH CENTRE BUSINESS PARK, Greenwich, London, SE10 9QF
The Defence Network performs Cyber and Digital recruitment. They have a global footprint with offices in the City of London and eight other locations in the UK, Europe, Asia and North America. Some areas they support are Artificial Intelligence, Information Security and Technology. Established in 2012, they have served the likes of Middle Eastern banks and North American energy companies.
77 Leadenhall Street, City of London, London, EC3A 3DE
Fides London is an agency formed in 2013 with international coverage spanning more than 25 countries. They handle job functions related to Legal, Compliance, Risk, Cyber & Digital Transformation, and Privacy. They recruit talent ranging from recent graduates to experienced consultants and place them within international corporates, law firms, and other professional services companies.
81 Curtain Road, Unit C, City of London, London, EC2A 3AG
Consortio RG works closely with companies and businesses within the Oil and Gas, Maritime and Shipping, Automotive and Motorsport, Construction, and Cyber Security sectors. The agency has been in business since 2014 and is situated in Southampton. Some permanent and contract positions they handle include Crew Operator, Senior Naval Architect, Fleet Manager and New Homes Sales Advisor.
Floor 4, Enterprise House Ocean Way, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3XB
Damia Group is a global IT recruitment agency specialising in the supply of professional talent within sectors such as Government, Security, Defence, Aerospace, Finance, Insurance and IT services. They offer managed services/RPO, contract/interim, permanent, software development, and security-cleared recruitment solutions. They source and place professionals such as Lead Antenna & EM Engineers, Finance Managers, PHP Backend Developers, and Change Leads.
Guildford Business Park, Building 2, 18 Guildford Business Park Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 8XG
Hiring for a wide range of contract and permanent vacancies, Murray Myers Recruitment Ltd offers expertise to an extensive client portfolio across the West Midlands. These include start-ups, SMEs, and large organisations. For over seven years, they have been catering to the Business Support, Engineering, HR, and Manufacturing sectors.
Suite 16 Anchor House New Road, Dudley, West Midlands, DY2 9AF
Marcus Webb Associates started in 2015 and is headquartered in Fareham. They specialise in roles related to Product Development, which includes these key areas: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Design, Software & Control Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Functional Safety & Reliability Engineering. Additionally, they also support the fields of Project & Programme Management, Sales, Operations, and Manufacturing Systems.
25 Barnes Wallis Road, Fareham, Hampshire, PO15 5TT
The Recruitment Manager Ltd is an HR consultancy and Engineering recruiter that finds skilled and qualified technical personnel for the Engineering and Manufacturing sectors covering the Defence, Marine, Aerospace, Automotive and Motorsport sectors in the UK. They also recruit Management talent for the Commercial, Financial, Human Resource, and Sales & Marketing sectors. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Birmingham.
Cranhills Farm, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7DX
Founded in 2013 and based in Wiltshire, Whiteflare UK Ltd is a recruitment firm that specialises in recruitment for the Transport, Defense and Rail industries across the UK, Middle East and Australia. They offer interim and permanent executive resources, recruitment, and consultancy services. The company is a member of the REC.
Langley 2-5 Kington Park Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 5PZ
Opus Recruitment Services delivers recruitment solutions in IT, Technology, Finance and Engineering, putting forward permanent and contract technical and executive candidates. Launched in 2008, they have assisted clients like Sony, Toyota and Burberry, and have received over 20 accolades including a Best Recruitment Company to Work For award from Recruitment International. They have seven offices around the globe and a head office in Bristol.
5th Floor, Becket House, 36 Old Jewry, City of London, London, EC2R 8DD
Polar Recruitment Services is an REC-approved recruitment specialist within the IT, Defence, and Telecommunications markets. They operate across the UK and Europe. The agency supplies permanent or contingent talent and provides a fully managed service. Examples of roles they search for include Senior Project Manager, Breakfix Engineer, Network Infrastructure Engineer, IT Asset Manager, and Red Hat Linux Technical Consultant.
1 Winnall Valley Road Winchester, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LD
Bristol-based SRA Engineering Consultants primarily supports UK's Engineering markets with its permanent and contract workforce demand. Their remit covers Engineering roles across the Manufacturing, Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Medical, Electronics, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Food, and FMCG industries. Some of the roles they handle are Design Engineer, Quality Engineer, Inspector & Manager, CNC Setter, Operator, and Programmer.
St. Brandon's House, 29 Great George St, Bristol, Avon, BS1 5QT
Elite People Partners helps satisfy personnel needs in Electronics and Embedded Technology. Fields they manage are Research & Development, Software Engineering, and Management, aiding ventures in Artificial Intelligence, Defence, Smart Energy and more. Their team has over 11 years of recruitment experience, 9 of which are in Embedded and Electronics, which they utilise in conducting retained search and permanent and contract recruitment.
45 Whitehills Road, Loughton, Essex, IG10 1TS
Advanced Technical Recruitment specialises in Technical recruitment, covering fields like Electronics, Software, Manufacturing and Mechanical Design, as well as Sales and Support. Accommodating appointments of all levels, from graduate to executive, since 2006, they tap into their database of over 80,000 candidates seeking permanent and temporary roles. They are situated in Paignton and are members of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation.
27 Palace Avenue, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3EQ
Highgrove Recruitment Group is a national talent sourcing agency that covers the following verticals: Automotive, Building Automation, Lifts & HVAC, Catering, Drinks & Laundry Equipments, Engineering, Environmental, IT & AV Technology, Medical, and Power Generation & Renewable Energy. They place personnel in various permanent assignments at all levels, including executive and managerial roles.
217 West Street, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 0ET
Perfect Candidate has experience in meeting the staffing needs of a number of markets nationwide, such as Aerospace, Defence, Energy, Industrial, Motorsport, and Transportation. The privately-owned agency hires professionals for c-suite and executive assignments. They also cater to various fields, including Distribution & Manufacturing, Finance, Operations & Logistics, Procurement & Purchasing, and Sales & Business Development.
Goodwood House, Blackbrook Park Avenue, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2PX
Datasource is an agency that matches contract and permanent candidates with clients within the IT, Engineering, Business Operations and Support, Digital and Technical Consultancy, and Management Consultancy sectors. The agency is Investors in People Gold and ISO 9001:2015 accredited, and they were also awarded the Family Business of the Year award in 2019. They recruit for IT Engineers, Security Analysts, C++ Developers, 3D Designers, and more.
83 Promenade, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 1PJ
Momentum Executive Solutions is a recruitment consultancy that serves the Automotive, Transportation, and Energy & Renewables industries, covering various areas such as Whole Vehicle, Body Interiors & Exteriors, Powertrain & Driveline, Rail, Aerospace, Defence, Wind, Recycling, and more. They specialise in senior and executive level placements within blue chip organisations across Europe.
1-3 College Yard, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2LB
Project People is a global recruiter for roles in the Communications, IT, Finance, Energy, Security, Digital, AI and Education sectors. With 22 years of experience, this agency provides both permanent and contract staff for companies across the UK and Europe. Project People recruits for job vacancies such as Warehouse Administrator, Lead Application Developer and Retail Customer Advisor.
Whitefriars, Lewins Mead, Bristol, Avon, BS1 2NT
Menfor Group is a Construction contractors and labour solutions agency that operates within sectors such as Aviation, Highways, Nuclear, Railway, and Utilities. The agency is a Constructionline gold member and they provide in-house training and apprenticeship programmes. They typically recruit for roles like Concreter, Skilled Labourer, Cleaner, Dumper Driver, Advanced Scaffolder, and more. Menfor Group has more than 25 years of experience in the industry.
81 Farringdon Street, City of London, London, EC4A 4BL
Apex Talent Solutions Ltd, located in Chichester, focuses on recruitment in Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Construction, Defence and Manufacturing internationally. Since they began in 2018, they have made over 700 successful placements and amassed a client portfolio that includes Airbus, NHS and Tata. Besides hiring for permanent, temporary to permanent, and interim roles, they also conduct assessments, background checks and onboarding assistance.
71 Basepoint Enterprise Centre, Terminus Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 8FY
Holt Executive Recruitment Ltd specialises in placing professionals in various permanent and contract roles nationwide. From their offices in Bournemouth, they help fill vacancies in the Space & Satellite, Aerospace & Aviation, Defence & Government, Telecom & IT Services, and Maritime sectors.
First Floor, 8-10 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3NA
Bolt Staffing Solutions has been working across numerous markets including, but not limited to, Customer Service, Sales, Help Desk, Office Support, Clerical, Call Centre, Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance Tech and Warehouse & Distribution since 2021. Partnering with public and private organisations of all sizes, they work on permanent, temporary and contract qualified, professional and skilled staffing needs. They are located in Wigton.
20 New Street, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9AL
A multi-disciplinary talent recruitment entity, Sundridge Search, places qualified candidates for various permanent assignments. Their specialism lies in covering the Aerospace & Defence, Automotive, Construction, Electrical, Electronics, Fluid Power & Hydraulics, Manufacturing, Material Testing, Oil & Gas, Renewable & Offshore, and Space markets nationwide. Headquartered in Leeds, they also place Sales professionals in the mentioned verticals.
25 Swithens Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS26 0BU
Campbell Birch is a specialist recruiter for the Technology, IT, Communications, Space and Defense, Financial Services, Energy and Utilities, Transport and Retail sectors. The agency supplies Commercial Contracts Managers and Bid, Legal and Procurement professionals. Campbell Birch has offices in London, UK and Connecticut, USA.
Parr House, 52 Broadway, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1AG
Authentica Resourcing Ltd, founded in 2019, performs executive search exclusively for the Manufacturing, Engineering, Automation and Capital Equipment markets. Using retained headhunting and search & selection approaches, they support permanent and interim leaders across positions in Board, Commercial and more, and offer a guarantee system to customers. Based in Birmingham, they present openings like Conformance Manager and Head of Supply Chain.
Sapphire Heights Courtyard, 31 Tenby Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B1 3ES
A Defence and Security-focused talent sourcing company, Benchmark Search places personnel in an array of appointments at all levels. Working across the UK, USA, EMEA, and Asia, they also cover Hospitality & Retail, Infrastructure, and Law sectors. With a team based in London, the firm aids in filling various roles, such as general management and senior-level assignments.
33 St James Square, The Strand, London, SW1Y 4JS
Since 1981, Redline has offered an extensive area of recruitment expertise across numerous sectors. Located in Butterfield, they have a team of over 65 expert consultants offering permanent, contract, interim, and executive search solutions. They are winners of the 10th Annual IRP Awards.
230 The Village, Butterfield, Great Marlings, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 8DL
Novare is an executive search consultancy that operates within the Economic and Social Infrastructure sectors. They work with major project and asset owners, advisors, and investors across the Transportation, Energy, Power & Utilities, Defence, and Digital & Technology markets. They cover jobs within the whole life cycle across Funding & Financing, Capital Project Delivery, Dispute Resolution, and Asset Management. They are based in Cheshire.
The Colony Wilmslow Altrincham Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 4LY
The Dove Partnership delivers personnel to the Accounts, Property, HR, IT, Logistics, and Marketing Industries. The company is based in Hertfordshire, was established in 2003, and has also been recruiting candidates for the Commercial and Industrial sectors. Some roles they recruit for include Facilities Support Operative, Junior Construction Admin, and Accounts Admin Assistant.
Millars Three, Southmill Road, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 3DH
McCord Recruitment Services is a specialist Engineering staffing firm that offers permanent, temporary and graduate recruitment solutions across the UK. They offer free candidate replacements and a reimbursement structure for unsuccessful placements. The firm also provides resume and interview support for candidates. They've previously recruited for Technical Authors, Configuration Engineers, Estimators, Aircraft Fitters, and CNC Machinists.
Covent Garden 71-75 Shelton Street, Soho, London, WC2H 9JQ
3point1 Consulting is a Kent-based business that works with candidates and personnel within the Forensic and Technology sector around the world. The talent solutions they provide include permanent recruitment services, staff augmentation, and managed service. They operate and provide their services worldwide including in the UK, Russia, Denmark, United States, Mexico, and Australia.
1-3 Manor Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6AE
Sanderson has clients across the UK, Australia, Hong Kong, and Ireland. The solutions they offer include permanent and contract-based recruitment, recruitment process outsourcing, executive search and selection, project-based recruitment, managed service programmes, and total talent solutions. With over 40 years of experience, they operate across the Financial Services, Government, Not for Profit, Defence, Technology, Retail, and more sectors.
Clifton Down Shopping Centre, 54A Whiteladies Rd, Bristol, Avon, BS8 2NH
Alfen is a specialist Technology recruitment company headquartered in Dulwich and founded in 2015. Sourcing applicants from graduates up to c-suite executives, they handle permanent and contract assignments across Development, Testing, Infrastructure, Technical Writing.
Unit D235, Park Hall Road, Dulwich, London, SE21 8DE
Rykard Engineering is a national multi-sector recruitment specialist that caters to the Engineering and Manufacturing markets. With teams based in Portsmouth and Bristol, they aid in filling both contract and permanent vacancies at all levels. Rykard Engineering provides recruitment services to various disciplines, including Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, Electronics, FMCG, Medical, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, and Power.
6, Studio 31, 31 Berkeley Square, Bristol, Avon, BS8 1HP
Stratus Recruitment operates across the Construction, Real Estate and Built Environment areas as well as Legal, Renewable Energy, Oil & Gas, Engineering and HR. They fulfil permanent, temporary and contract jobs like Senior Safety Engineer, Associate Project Manager and Human Factors Consultant using retained and contingent approaches. With a main office in Milton Keynes, they have been mainly covering placements in the UK and EMEA since 2005.
82 Westbrook End, Newton Longville, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK17 0DF
Spencer Riley Ltd specialises in executive search worldwide with a focus on the UK, Europe, North America, Middle East and Africa. They specifically work across Medical Devices, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Construction & Engineering, Environmental & Industrial Services, Safety & Defence and Logistics. They have been aiding the likes of Chief Executive Officers, Global Directors and Vice Presidents since 2015. Their team can be found in Leeds.
Atlas House, 31 King Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 2HL
Octagon Group hires Technology and Engineering specialists across the UK and Europe, fulfiling permanent and contract placements and management and executive requirements. They support verticals including Aerospace, Automotive, Civil Engineering, IT, Renewable Energy and Transportation. They opened their doors in 2018 and are based in Bedford. They also help charities like Trussell Trust Foodbank and Alzheimer's Society UK.
Wrest Park, Silsoe, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 4HR
Morgan Ryder Associates provides staffing solutions for clients in the Manufacturing, Engineering and third-party Logistics industry. Formed in 2002, the agency offers temporary and permanent recruitment in sectors such as Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Rail systems, Precision Engineering, FMCG, Waste Processing, Packaging, Warehousing, CPI, Pharmaceutical, Capital Equipment and Construction. They are based in Liverpool and work across the UK.
3 Paramount Business Park, Liverpool, Merseyside, L36 6AW
Employment Solutions focuses on supplying candidates in sectors such as Automotive, Aviation, Defence, Engineering, Energy, and Digital. Established in 2001, the agency is based in Bury, and is an APSCo member. Some job roles they have previously advertised for include Senior Project Engineer, CNC Millers, Welders & Fabrication Fitters, Press Section Technical Supervisor, and Sheet Metal Worker.
Unit 4, The Old Courthouse Tenterden Street, Bury, Lancashire, BL9 0AL
First Recruitment Group is a global agency that provides services for Nuclear, Power, Oil & Gas, Aerospace & Defence, Construction, Rail, Water, Manufacturing, Chemicals, Commercial and Technology vacancies. They cover both contract and permanent roles. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Cheshire.
Parry House, Birchwood Boulevard, Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 7QU
Our recruitment experts prioritise excellent partnerships and provide outstanding opportunities, ensuring the hiring process is stress-free. Our consultants do the groundwork to provide you with the perfect candidates for your vacancies. Our dedicated team collaborate and utilise their knowledge and skills to deliver great value with the highest quality talent.
Unit 3, Hatherton Court, Walsall, West Midlands, WS4 2LA
Your specialist partner for fast, efficient, and cost-effective permanent recruitment solutions. Our mission is to accelerate your success while saving you time and money. With our expertise in headhunting and recruitment, we are dedicated to finding top-quality staff who not only meet but exceed your business needs.
Church Road, Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0NQ