Mechanical Engineer

Job Overview Consortium X is recruiting an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a high-profile UK naval defence programme based at a major defence delivery hub in Bristol. The role supports the in-service sustainment of a flagship Royal Navy surface combatant fleet, operating within a structured client delivery team environment. We are looking for a mechanical engineer with solid defence sector experience, comfortable working as a specialist within a regulated acquisition environment and engaging with industry partners and client stakeholders.

What You'll Be Doing Providing mechanical engineering input to in-service support and sustainment activity across a major surface combatant programme. Contributing to engineering governance, assurance and continual improvement, with a focus on supplier and product performance. Engaging with prime contractors, design authorities and client stakeholders in technical reviews, working groups and assurance forums.

Supporting safety and airworthiness-related engineering activity across the wider Safety and Engineering function as required. Operating within a regulated acquisition environment and contributing to platform-level engineering decisions. Essential Experience Mechanical engineering experience within the UK defence sector, with direct exposure to defence acquisition organisations, prime contractors or tier 1 defence suppliers.

Demonstrable experience supporting naval, maritime or surface fleet platforms. Working knowledge of engineering governance, assurance frameworks and supplier performance management within a regulated acquisition environment. Comfortable engaging with stakeholders across delivery teams and industry partners.

Active SC Clearance, or full UK eligibility to obtain and maintain SC. Desirable Previous embedded experience within a UK defence delivery hub. Familiarity with UK defence standards, the CADMID lifecycle and defence safety governance frameworks.

Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a relevant professional institution. Experience contributing to safety case, airworthiness or assurance documentation. What's On Offer A high-profile role on a strategically significant UK defence programme.

Long-term programme engagement with sustained progression opportunities. Hybrid working from a Bristol-based delivery hub. Competitive salary and benefits package, with ongoing professional development support.

About Consortium X Consortium X is a specialist engineering and technical consultancy delivering critical capability to UK defence, security and national infrastructure programmes. We place high-calibre engineers into roles that matter, working alongside major defence organisations, prime contractors and industry partners.