Project Engineer
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Sponsorship likelihood
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Salary
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£51,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2127 (92% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £51,900, and Mirus Aircraft Seating is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Most likely code | £36,300 | £41,500 | £46,700 | £51,900 |
2440 Business and financial project management professionals Also possible | £39,500 | £45,200 | £50,800 | £56,500 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
In your role as Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the coordination of all activities related to the fulfilment of assigned customer orders for our aircraft passenger seats, from when a programme is assigned until the execution of the programme and with your contributions, will help us achieve on time performance, maintain quality, cost and weight to achieve our targets.
Taking ownership of the process, you will support other lines of business in ensuring completion of our programmes/products.
Your Main Responsiblitlies
In your role as our Project Engineer, you will:
- Coordinate and establish the framework and conditions for all activities related to the fulfilment of assigned customer orders for our aircraft passenger seats
- Manage all aspects of the programme(s), including performance, cost, quality and lead-time aspects
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timelines and activities are met efficiently
- Present regular updates to the executive team via presentations and effective communication channels
- Ensure the smooth execution of all programs start to finish
- Track and control programme cost drivers
To help Mirus continue our journey of growth, you will bring your expertise within a similar role, have a passion for innovation, problem solving abilities and drive for optimal excellence along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:
- Experience of project or programme management within either a manufacturing or engineering environment (a minimum of 3 years’ required)
- A good understanding of and experience with project planning software (e.g. MS Project)
- A solid understanding of how engineered products move from design through to certified, manufactured and delivered hardware
- Ideally from an Aerospace cabin/seating background but not essential
- Hands-on experience in managing quality processes within an NPI environment
- Technical understanding of aircraft seating systems (or similar engineered products)
- 3rd level qualification in an Engineering based subject
- The ability to communicate and present effectively at all levels
- Excellent attention to detail
- A high level of organisational and prioritisation skills
We really want to hear from you, so don’t miss your opportunity to join our community of passionate and exceptional people who challenge the accepted norm! Once you apply, your CV will be held on our central database. Please do let us know if you do not wish for us to retain your details. If your application is successful, you will be contacted in due course.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be a part of a company that values your skills and contributions, we encourage you to apply for our Project Engineer position. Come on a journey with us and be part of making a positive and impactful difference!
Please kindly note, at this moment in time we are respectfully not engaging with any agencies for our roles.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Engineering project managers and project engineers (SOC 2127) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~68k in sample- Middle half £42,848–67,132
- Median £51,324
- Going rate £51,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £36,300–46,700
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Mirus Aircraft Seating holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2127 going rate of £51,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.