Project Manager – Defence

Company: Petards Defence
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Location: Gateshead
Job Description:

WE ARE HIRING! Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level?

Petards are looking for a curious, methodical, and determined engineering professional to join our Defence business as a Project Engineer.

We are seeking someone who understands the UK Defence & Security sector or can apply their knowledge and experience gained within a relatable sector such as Oil & Gas, Renewables, Rail, Military, Policing, etc.

The role plays a key part in delivering technical services at customer sites across the UK and Petards’ Defence factory at Gateshead, in the design, production and in-service support of new-build modern and legacy products.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide in-service support of legacy products, managing obsolescence, offering Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) and processing engineering change for products.
  • Solve a range of technical problems, in hands‑on and desktop‑based technical work packages.
  • Deliver repair services to customer defence equipment.
  • Engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including “down the supply chain” external contacts and “up the supply chain” customers.
  • Confidently and clearly communicate on technical matters and recommendations for the business.

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Posted: April 27th, 2026