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West Midlands
High salary level + car + bonus
Permanent
Head of Sales - Defence/Aero (Hybrid)
In support of a UK and Germany based manufacturing Group focused on the manufacture and supply of components and added value within the aerospace and defence sectors in the UK and globally, we are seeking a NEW global Head of Sales / Partnerships to further grow strategically aligned sales.
With an existing and proven working awareness of the aerospace and defence sectors, this role will support a highly motivated professional who brings experience and leadership to the role as well as a strategic and positive approach.
This role requires a transparent and direct level of sales management and business development engagement to expand sales from current clients, as well as target new long-term relationships. Specifically, and in line with the recent UK defence spend increase announcement combined with existing and future aircraft programme visibility, this role is to strategically grow sales. The defence sector therefore remains core.
Key accountabilities:
- Own the end-to-end sales cycle from prospecting to contract close across UK and European markets
- Further grow existing customer partnerships, while developing and executing strategies for net-new revenue
- Engage directly with senior procurement, programme, and executive stakeholders at primes and government entities
- Drive forward deals aligned to strategic platforms (e.g., F-35, GCAP, and others), ensuring mutual value creation - with OE and sub-tier organisations
- Championing differentiators in compliance, delivery, digitisation, and quality
- Provide commercial input to bid and pricing strategies in collaboration with CEO and Finance
- Represent at major defence and aerospace exhibitions, industry events, and trade bodies
- Develop an active pipeline with clear prioritisation and accountability for progress
- Lead on deal diligence, qualification, and closure, including coordination of legal, technical, and operational inputs
- Feed market insights, customer requirements, and competitor intelligence into our business and technological roadmap
- Uphold the Company's mission and values as a non-negotiable standard in all external engagements
To support this role, candidates will need to have detailed and qualified experience of managing existing core clients and delivering new sales across the defence and aerospace sectors. Suitably qualified and have an experience range which supports their understanding of the products, manufacturing environment and culture, the Global Head of Sales / Partnerships will be commercially focused and the character and style of the candidate will need to complement the challenges of the role and an ability to engage with personnel at all levels across the organisation.
Hybrid based in the UK but with close contact across the Group in the UK and in Germany, this role is not to 'manage the sales and internal commercial process.' However, it will need to support accurate customer engagement, new programme growth identification, successful bid/tender activities as well as commercial negotiation. The role will need to contribute toward successful new business project and programme introduction.
Primarily, suitable candidates will need to have proven relating contacts and direct sector/supply chain exposure and be eligible for any potential SC requirements in the UK.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Stourbridge
High level basic with car allowance and bonus
Permanent
Global Head of Partnerships - Aero and Defence (Hybrid)
In support of a UK and Germany based manufacturing Group focused on the manufacture and supply of components and added value within the aerospace and defence sectors in the UK and globally, we are seeking a NEW Global Head of Partnerships to further grow strategically aligned sales.
With an existing and proven working awareness of the aerospace and defence sectors, this role will support a highly motivated professional who brings experience and leadership to the role as well as a strategic and positive approach.
This role requires a transparent and direct level of sales management and business development engagement to expand sales from current clients, as well as target new long-term relationships. Specifically, and in line with the recent UK defence spend increase announcement combined with existing and future aircraft programme visibility, this role is to strategically grow sales. The defence sector therefore remains core.
Key accountabilities:
- Own the end-to-end sales cycle from prospecting to contract close across UK and European markets
- Further grow existing customer partnerships, while developing and executing strategies for net-new revenue
- Engage directly with senior procurement, programme, and executive stakeholders at primes and government entities
- Drive forward deals aligned to strategic platforms (e.g., F-35, GCAP, and others), ensuring mutual value creation - with OE and sub-tier organisations
- Championing differentiators in compliance, delivery, digitisation, and quality
- Provide commercial input to bid and pricing strategies in collaboration with CEO and Finance
- Represent at major defence and aerospace exhibitions, industry events, and trade bodies
- Develop an active pipeline with clear prioritisation and accountability for progress
- Lead on deal diligence, qualification, and closure, including coordination of legal, technical, and operational inputs
- Feed market insights, customer requirements, and competitor intelligence into our business and technological roadmap
- Uphold the Company's mission and values as a non-negotiable standard in all external engagements
To support this role, candidates will need to have detailed and qualified experience of managing existing core clients and delivering new sales across the defence and aerospace sectors. Suitably qualified and have an experience range which supports their understanding of the products, manufacturing environment and culture, the Global Head of Partnerships will be commercially focused and the character and style of the candidate will need to complement the challenges of the role and an ability to engage with personnel at all levels across the organisation.
Hybrid based in the UK but with close contact across the Group in the UK and in Germany, this role is not to 'manage the sales and internal commercial process.' However, it will need to support accurate customer engagement, new programme growth identification, successful bid/tender activities as well as commercial negotiation. The role will need to contribute toward successful new business project and programme introduction.
Primarily, suitable candidates will need to have proven relating contacts and direct sector/supply chain exposure and be eligible for any potential SC requirements in the UK.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Telford
£40k - 41k per year
Permanent
Established leader in the food processing sector, renowned for its cutting-edge automated food processing machinery and packaging equipment. This role not only promises a competitive OTE of £41,000 per annum, which increases with experience, but also offers a range of benefits including extensive training programmes, generous holiday entitlements, and a supportive, dynamic work environment. As a Service Engineer, you'll be instrumental in maintaining the high standards and efficiency that our client is celebrated for.
Generally working Monday – Friday 40 hours per week – There will be early or late starts as well as nights away on occasion.
What You Will Do:
- Install, maintain, and commission state-of-the-art machinery and equipment across the UK.
- Swiftly respond to emergency breakdowns, working under pressure to restore failed systems.
- Conduct planned maintenance and coordinate effectively with customers.
- Provide invaluable 'help desk' support and advice to customers via telephone and e-communication.
- Compile detailed written service reports following fault diagnostics and repair.
- Participate in training sessions at the company’s headquarters and abroad to enhance your skills and knowledge.
What You Will Bring:
- A robust electrical/ mechanical background, evidenced both verbally and through formal qualifications.
- Experience in a food processing/ manufacturing/ electrical/ mechanical environment.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, during unsociable hours, and in various locations.
- A full clean driving licence.
- A willingness to undertake extensive training and to travel, including some overseas assignments.
You will have current or recent experience as a field service engineer, service technician, maintenance engineer, electrical fitter, electro-mechanical fitter, system builder or electrical technician
In return:
- Joining a friendly, inclusive team offering supported system training on the equipment
- Good earning potential of over £40K rising with service and technical development against measured KPI’s
- Variety or service, install, help desk and workshop duties
This Service Engineer role is pivotal in driving the company's commitment to excellence and innovation, ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
You will have current or recent experience as a field service engineer, service technician, maintenance engineer, electrical fitter, mechanical fitter or electrical technician
Location:
The position is based in Telford, with the company's training and operations for the UK centred here, offering opportunities for national travel.
Interested?:
If you're ready to take your engineering career to the next level with a company that values innovation, excellence, and its people, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a key player in our client's success story as their next Service Engineer.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Coventry
£27.21 - 27.21 per hour
Contract
Build Preparation Coordinator - 36127056 - £27.21/hr umbrella rate
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in an exciting and fast-paced environment? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking company as a Build Preparation Coordinator. This role offers you the opportunity to work on innovative projects and play a key part in the development and delivery of business processes for build operations, resource planning, and logistics. If you're someone who thrives on variety and enjoys working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
What You Will Do:
- Manage the allocation and movement of shortage parts between stores and build zones, ensuring smooth operations.
- Oversee the missing, damaged, and wrong parts process within the build operations.
- Coordinate rework activities and ensure parts are returned through the correct processes to support builds.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders, such as Stores, Supply Chain, and Build Operations, to resolve part kit issues and maintain efficiency.
- Investigate root causes of part pick issues using problem-solving methodologies and recommend improvements.
- Create and manage pick kit matrices for each build and update systems like Wrike for seamless operations.
What You Will Bring:
- Strong IT skills, including intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with experience in VBA, Power Query, Tableau, or Power BI.
- A solid understanding of parts tracking systems like GPIRS or SAP and an awareness of Bill of Materials processes.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- A data-driven mindset with the ability to create and analyse reports, utilising formulas, pivot tables, and charts.
- A background in data analytics, production/manufacturing engineering, logistics, or administration is highly desirable.
As a Build Preparation Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of the build facility, contributing to continuous improvement projects and aligning with the company's strategic objectives. Your expertise will directly impact the efficiency and success of the build operations, making this a highly rewarding opportunity in a dynamic setting.
Location: This role is based full-time onsite at Browns Lane, Coventry, offering a vibrant and engaging work environment.
Interested?: If you're ready to make a real difference and take on this exciting challenge as a Build Preparation Coordinator, don't wait-apply today and take the first step towards an inspiring new chapter in your career!
This role is Inside IR35. Unfortunately we cannot progress candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Gaydon
£33.88 - 33.88 per hour
Contract
Automotive Project Manager - 36121872 - £33.88 per hour umbrella rate
Do you have experience with large-scale organisational transformational change? Have you been successful in delivering a major Programme or Project in Product Engineering? This is your chance to step into an exciting role as a Automotive Project Manager and play a pivotal part in shaping the future of engineering technology transformation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering innovative solutions, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. With a focus on cutting-edge projects and a collaborative culture, this company offers an inspiring platform to advance your career while working on initiatives that truly matter.
What You Will Do:
- Oversee the alignment of the Demand Process, Enterprise Roadmap, and Technology Delivery Framework to ensure seamless project delivery.
- Lead the 90-day lookahead process, managing weekly milestone reviews and onboarding of new projects and team members.
- Support the delivery of the Feature and Technology Roadmap, enabling technical leads to present their ambitions effectively.
- Collaborate with Product Strategy and Technical Platforms to ensure alignment and consistency across workstreams.
- Drive engineering transformation activities, identifying gaps between current and future state processes and implementing improvements.
- Engage stakeholders and senior management to gain commitment and ensure smooth adoption of change initiatives.
What You Will Bring:
- You need to have an Engineering / Automotive background.
- Proven experience in successfully delivering major programmes or projects.
- Exceptional relationship management and stakeholder communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Operational experience with product engineering tools, techniques, and processes.
- Strong understanding of change management strategies and the ability to guide teams through transformation.
- Business acumen and the ability to address organisational challenges effectively.
This role is integral to the success of the company's engineering transformation journey. By stepping into this position, you will directly contribute to the delivery of innovative solutions that meet future customer requirements. Your expertise will help shape the processes, tools, and governance frameworks that drive the company's vision forward, ensuring a seamless integration of technology and strategy.
Location: This role is based in Gaydon, an inspiring location known for its rich automotive heritage and innovative spirit.
Interested?: If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge as a Automotive Project Manager and make a real difference, don't wait! Apply today and take the next step in your career journey. Let's make your ambitions a reality.
This role is Inside IR35. Unfortunately we cannot progress candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Gaydon
£21.88 - 21.88 per hour
Contract
Software Development Engineer - 36108933 - £21.88/hr umbrella rate
Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a role that combines innovation, cutting-edge technology, and professional growth? This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking company as a Software Development Engineer. Immerse yourself in an inspiring work environment where your skills and expertise will contribute to the development of high-tech software solutions that make a real-world impact.
What You Will Do:
- Develop multiple categories of software, including end-user applications and operating systems, to provide seamless platforms for external customers.
- Conduct requirements gathering and analysis to understand the software's domain, functionality, and hardware-software interfaces.
- Write high-quality code using programming, scripting, and database languages to deliver robust software solutions.
- Support testing, deployment, and maintenance activities by addressing programming errors, responding to scope changes, and coding enhancements.
- Apply knowledge of software development best practices, including coding standards, code reviews, and source control management.
- Contribute to build processes, testing, and operational support to ensure the delivery of high-performing software.
What You Will Bring:
- Practical experience in software development and engineering, with a solid understanding of coding languages and software lifecycles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle complex software challenges.
- Familiarity with software development best practices, including source control and testing methodologies.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- A proactive and adaptable mindset, with the ability to work independently under general supervision.
This position offers you the chance to be part of a company that is shaping the future of technology and engineering. Your contributions as a Software Development Engineer will play a crucial role in delivering innovative software solutions that align with the company's commitment to excellence and advancement.
Location: The role is based in Gaydon, a location renowned for its rich history in engineering and technology innovation.
Interested?: If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career as a Software Development Engineer, don't wait! Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding future.
This role is Inside IR35. Unfortunately we cannot progress candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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