Specialist Aerospace Recruiter for Engineering Talent
ATA Recruitment is a trusted aerospace recruiter with proven expertise in sourcing top engineering talent for one of the UK's most complex and quality-driven industries. Aerospace employs over 110,000 people and contributes £22.4 billion annually to the UK economy, making it a critical market in British engineering.
The industry demands absolute precision, safety, and compliance - with over 600,000 parts in a single aircraft, quality in manufacturing is non-negotiable. That’s why we focus on delivering candidates who meet stringent standards and align with your operational goals.
Meeting the Demands of Aerospace Manufacturing
From civil aviation to defence and space technology, aerospace manufacturing is governed by rigorous systems. Our recruiters are fluent in the industry’s expectations around certifications and quality processes.
We use this knowledge to screen candidates effectively, ensuring they not only meet the job spec but also uphold your quality and safety commitments.
OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE
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Permanent Recruitment
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Team Leader
Maintenance Manager
Quality Engineer
Quality Inspector
CI Engineer
NPI Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
Project Engineer
Project Manager
Design Engineer
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Contract Recruitment
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Team Leader
Maintenance Manager
Quality Engineer
Quality Inspector
CI Engineer
NPI Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
Project Engineer
Project Manager
Design Engineer
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Interim Recruitment
Project Manager
NPI Manager
Production Manager
Continuous Improvement Manager
Quality Manager
Health and Safety Manager
Quality Manager
Plant Manager
Engineering Manager
Engineering Director
Technical Director
Site Director
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ATA Search
Continuous Improvement Manager
Quality Manager
Health and Safety Manager
Operations Manager
Plant Manager
Engineering Manager
Engineering Director
Technical Director
Site Director
Operations Director
Managing Director
Latest Jobs In Aerospace
Maintenance Engineer
£39362 - 39362 per year OTE £45-50k
Derbyshire
Maintenance Engineer, Ripley, Days only Salary: £39,362 | OTE including OT: £45-50K | Benefits: Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan Hours: Mon–Thu 07:30–16:30 | Fri 07:30–12:30 About the Company ATA are partnering with a long-established UK engineering business, founded in 1978, with a modern facility in Derbyshire. The company produces high-integrity components for advanced industries including aerospace, energy, and defence. With ongoing investment in machinery, technology, and facilities, the site has a reputation for precision, quality, and innovation. Demand from key sectors continues to grow, driving further expansion and a supportive, collaborative culture led by an experienced engineering team. They are now looking for a maintenance engineer to join their team. About the Role As a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll maintain a range of CNC machinery, including Toyoda 5-axis multi-tasking machines, 5-axis pallet-loading machines, and gantry milling equipment. You’ll be responsible for: Following the planned preventive maintenance schedule Reacting to breakdowns safely and efficiently Mechanical and electrical fault-finding and rectification Managing contractors on site About You As a maintenance engineer, you’ll be multiskilled, able to work safely on both electrical and mechanical systems, with strong fault-finding skills. Knowledge of electrical safety procedures, including LOTO, is essential, and the ability to manage your own workload independently is key. Prior CNC experience is preferred, whether in maintenance, assembly, installation, or service. All CNC types considered, including laser, plasma, waterjet, EDM, etc. Strong maintenance engineers from other backgrounds are also welcome. Benefits & Opportunity At a time when many businesses are holding back, this company continues to invest heavily. Recent site expansion and the installation of a £2 million machine tool show their commitment to innovation. You’ll have the chance to maintain cutting-edge equipment, gain real ownership of your work, and join a forward-thinking business that supports its engineering team and invests in both people and technology If you think you are the right Maintenance Engineer for this market leader, please press apply, call Ashton on 07814905283, or email your CV too ashton.kenney@ata-recruitment.co.uk ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Maintenance Engineer
£55000 - 60000 per year Overtime, Bonus, Pension, Training
Birmingham
Maintenance Engineer Location: Birmingham. Salary: £55,000 – 56K 60K after probation Company Bonuses + Premium Overtime Rates + Specialist Training + OEM Courses. On-Target Earnings: £70,000 plus Shifts: 4 on 4 off Rotation. (Days and Nights) Join a Multi-Billion-Pound Group and Be a Vital Part of the Business! Benefits: Have a real input into a critical part of the business. Enjoy bundles of investments in you! Expect comprehensive training, courses, and the potential to earn on top of your basic salary. Paid overtime opportunities, up to double time. Quarterly company bonus scheme. The Company: This is an amazing opportunity to work within an awesome multi-billion-pound group. Our client is looking for a Maintenance Engineer Our client stands as one of the UKs leading manufacturing businesses within its industry, with a widespread network and multiple sites across the U.K. They take pride in supplying bespoke products to diverse industries, including the military, aerospace, and public sectors. The machinery in this role is exclusive and rare, with only a limited number of similar machines in the world. Exciting Benefits Await: Work with a market leader offering stability, career growth, and extensive skill development. Enjoy 33 days holiday. Competitive salary and lucrative extras. Benefit from bespoke training on specialist equipment. Key duties will involve: As Maintenance Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintenance machinery across the factory. The machinery in this role is exclusive and rare, with only a limited number of similar machines in the world The Role of a Maintenance Engineer: Take charge of a critical part of the production process! We are seeking a specialist Maintenance Engineer who is an all-rounder. In this role, you'll oversee maintenance, and continuous improvement ideas for the entire area. The bespoke machinery on-site is designed specifically for their industry, making it one of the few capable of handling their unique products. Our client offers an incredibly detailed training plan to ensure your confidence and success in the role. Your day-to-day will include: Our client values your growth and success, offering an outstanding introduction program and hands-on training opportunities. Successful Candidate: We're seeking an Maintenance Engineer with a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to safety. You'll enjoy a unique job title and role which is highly sought after. Medium to heavy industry experience. Engineering qualifications at Level 3+ or equivalent. Exciting Benefits Await: Work with a market leader offering stability, career growth, and extensive skill development. Enjoy 33 days holiday. Competitive salary and lucrative extras. Benefit from bespoke training on specialist equipment. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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Maintenance Engineer
£53000 - 54000 per year Overtime, Bonus, Pension, Training
Birmingham
Maintenance Engineer Mechanical Biased Location: Birmingham. Salary: £53000 – 54000 + Company Bonuses + Premium Overtime Rates + Specialist Training + OEM Courses. On-Target Earnings: £60,000+ Shifts: 4 on 4 off Days Join a Multi-Billion-Pound Group and Be a Vital Part of the Business! Benefits: Have a real input into a critical part of the business. Enjoy bundles of investments in you! Expect comprehensive training, courses, and the potential to earn on top of your basic salary. Paid overtime opportunities, up to double time. Quarterly company bonus scheme. The Company: This is an amazing opportunity to work within an awesome multi-billion-pound group. Our client is looking for a Maintenance Engineer with a mechanical bias. Our client stands as one of the UKs leading manufacturing businesses within its industry, with a widespread network and multiple sites across the U.K. They take pride in supplying bespoke products to diverse industries, including the military, aerospace, and public sectors. The machinery in this role is exclusive and rare, with only a limited number of similar machines in the world. Exciting Benefits Await: Work with a market leader offering stability, career growth, and extensive skill development. Opportunity to work Days! Competitive salary and lucrative extras. Benefit from bespoke training on specialist equipment. Key duties will involve: As Maintenance Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintenance machinery across the factory. The machinery in this role is exclusive and rare, with only a limited number of similar machines in the world wide. The Role of a Maintenance Engineer: The bespoke machinery on-site is designed specifically for their industry, making it one of the few capable of handling their unique products. Our client offers an incredibly detailed training plan to ensure your confidence and success in the role. Your day-to-day will include: Maintaining an organized PPM schedule. Handling reactive maintenance tasks. Preparing handovers and shift reports. Ability to fault find on Hydraulics You will be working in a heavy industry environment working on large capital-intensive equipment, conveyors, presses, heating treatment equipment and CNC machines and metal machines. Our client values your growth and success, offering an outstanding introduction program and hands-on training opportunities. Successful Candidate: We're seeking an Maintenance Engineer with a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to safety. You'll enjoy a unique job title and role which is highly sought after. Medium to heavy industry experience. Engineering qualifications at Level 3+ or equivalent. Exciting Benefits Await: Work with a market leader offering stability, career growth, and extensive skill development. Enjoy 33 days holiday. Competitive salary and lucrative extras. Benefit from bespoke training on specialist equipment. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
"I have worked with ATA Recruitment for many years and they have successfully placed numerous Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing Contractors with Bromford at our Leicester Facility. We are a manufacturer of components for aerospace and industrial gas turbine markets. ATA Recruitment have gone a long way in helping us to recruit the best talent in a Manufacturing and Aerospace industry where relevant knowledge and skills are difficult to find. They are extremely thorough in their pre-screening activities.
The team is not just fixed on placing candidates, they are empathetic, caring and honest and only send candidates with the right skill set that fit our needs and will always give me constructive feedback.
The service that we have received has been exceptional and we have been pleased with the quality of candidates that have been sent over and the speed of their response. The team are extremely communicative and always remain flexible around our business and recruitment needs.
They are and will continue to be one of our top Tier 1 Recruitment Agencies and we look forward to working with them for the foreseeable future."
HR Business Partner, Bromford Precision Solutions