Production Engineer - AJAX JAG Production job at Quast Ltd
Quast Ltd is hiring: Production Engineer - AJAX JAG Production. <p><strong>Location: </strong>Hybrid (see notes below)</p><p><strong>Rate: </strong>Up to…
Company: Quast Ltd · Work mode: hybrid, partly remote · Contract: Contract
<p><strong>Location: </strong>Hybrid (see notes below)</p><p><strong>Rate: </strong>Up to £550/day (Inside IR35)</p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>ASAP to 31/03/2027 (extension possible)</p><p><strong>Deadline for Applications: </strong>03/11/2026 at 14:00 GMT</p><p><strong>Clearance: </strong>Current SC clearance required for the duration of the requirement</p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>The AJAX Programme sits within the National Armaments Director Group (NAD). It is delivered on behalf of DG Material (3*), under the purview of Director Land Environment (2*), and delivered as part of the Land Combat Vehicles Portfolio (1*).</p><p>The AJAX team comprises of several pillars, each one representing a stage in the project lifecycle. One of which is the Manufacture/Production stage. This Production Pillar is responsible for assurance and acceptance activities of all vehicles manufactured by our prime contractor.</p><p>This team is prominently based at the prime contractor’s site and is comprised of civilians and Army personnel. The team is led by a Lt Col. Within this team is a Project Manager responsible for the assurance of vehicle delivery. This role reports directly to this project manager and supports in delivery of his programme of activity.</p><p><strong>Key Tasks and Deliverables</strong></p><p><strong>Act as POC for engineering issues</strong></p><p>Timely identification and resolution of all engineering issues during the JAG process.</p><p><strong>Manage End Item Data Pack (EIDP)</strong></p><p>Complete, update, and securely store the EIDP to ensure readiness for future audits.</p><p><strong>Stakeholder management</strong></p><p>Effective communication and coordination with all JAG process stakeholders to facilitate smooth acceptance and issue mitigation.</p><p><strong>Liaison with production departments</strong></p><p>Provide accurate updates and necessary information to production teams (e.g., concessions, ATT) for EIDP and gate reviews.</p><p><strong>Attend gate 1-3 reviews</strong></p><p>Deliver engineering assurance and support to the PM throughout all gate 1-3 reviews.</p><p><strong>Sign gate review forms when required</strong></p><p>Authorise gate review forms promptly in the PM’s absence to expedite processing.</p><p><strong>Review JAG inspection scripts</strong></p><p>Ensure all JAG inspection scripts and amendments are reviewed and approved for accuracy.</p><p><strong>Liaise with ATT</strong></p><p>Address and resolve any issues identified during Inspection and Test (I&T) with ATT.</p><p><strong>Engage with AJAX In-Service team</strong></p><p>Coordinate with the AJAX In-Service team to guarantee vehicle delivery readiness for service.</p><p><strong>Essential Experience / Skills</strong></p><p>Experience of a manufacturing and production environment.</p><p>Familiarity with Army equipment management systems (JAMES).</p><p>Suitable Engineering qualifications and training.</p><p><strong>Desirable Experience / Skills</strong></p><p>Previous Experience as an Army Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Engineer</p><p>Knowledge of MOD and DE&S organisations and operating procedures</p><p>Knowledge of Equipment Support Management and Quality Management</p><p><strong>Other Information</strong></p><p>Weekly working pattern:</p><p>3 days a week on site at General Dynamics in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales.</p><p>1 day a week on site at MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol.</p><p>1 day a week WFH</p>
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