# Project Engineer - AJAX In-Service

> Quast Ltd · Stoke Gifford, United Kingdom (Hybrid) · Contract · Posted 2026-08-25

**Workplace:** hybrid

## Description

**Location:** Hybrid working:

-   3 days per week on site at MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol
-   1 day per week on site at General Dynamics, Merthyr Tydfil
-   1 day per week working from home

**Rate:** Up to £550/day

**IR35 status:** Inside IR35

**Contract dates:** ASAP to 31/03/2027, with a potential extension to 31/03/2028

**Closing date:** 1st September 2026 at 13:00

**Overview**

Our customer, a large defence organisation, is seeking an experienced **Project Engineer** to support the delivery of the engineering and technical aspects of in-service support for the AJAX fleet.

The role will involve engagement with a wide range of stakeholders and organisations and will report to the In-Service Engineering Manager. 

**Team Context**

The AJAX Programme sits within the National Armaments Director Group (NAD) and is delivered as part of the Land Combat Vehicles Portfolio.

The AJAX team comprises several pillars, each representing a stage in the project lifecycle. This role sits within the **In-Service Pillar**, which is responsible for all engineering and support activity for the in-service AJAX fleet.  

**Key Responsibilities**

**Support the In-Service Engineering Manager**

-   Support the In-Service Engineering Manager in coordinating engineering activities to help maintain operational readiness.

**Foster Collaboration**

-   Work with Project Managers, Engineers and Stakeholders across Contractor, Army and internal teams to help identify and track engineering issues.

**Issue Monitoring**

-   Help monitor in-service engineering issues and escalate concerns to the In-Service Engineering Manager to minimise operational impact.

**Support the Pillar Lead**

-   Provide technical data, progress updates and risk information to the Pillar Lead under guidance.
-   Support Deputy duties as needed.

**Cross-functional Support**

-   Coordinate with logistics, maintenance and supply chain teams to help ensure engineering support requirements are met.

**Continuous Improvement Aid**

-   Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by gathering data and supporting quality and reliability efforts.

**Compliance Assistance**

-   Assist in ensuring adherence to engineering standards, safety regulations and project requirements.

**Documentation Support**

-   Maintain and update records of engineering issues, resolutions and decisions to support in-service engineering activities.  

**Essential Experience/Skills**

-   Hold a suitable Engineering qualification and level of training (at level 4 or greater).
-   As a minimum be Professional Registered as an Engineering Technician (EngTech) or equivalent.
-   Have experience of providing technical advice and delivery of successful engineering outputs. 

**Desired Experience/Skills**

-   Have experience of asset management and In-service military equipment.
-   Experience of working on large complex engineering programmes.
-   Experience of major large and diverse stakeholder groups. 

**Additional Information**

-   Weekly working pattern:

-   1 day per week on site at General Dynamics in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales.
-   3 days per week on site at MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol.
-   1 day per week working from home.

-   SC Clearance required.
-   UK nationals only.

The core requirement runs to 31 March 2027, with a potential extension to 31 March 2028. The extension is subject to customer requirements and is not guaranteed.

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