Aviation & Aerospace

Aviation & Aerospace

Latest Opportunities

Data Test Analyst - SC Cleared

£45 - £51 per hour

We are looking for a Data Test Analyst to support a major data migration programme within HMRC. You will play a key role in validating data integrity, accuracy and functionality as HMRC's SAS estate, including SAS 9.4 and Viya 3.5, is migrated to SAS Viya 4 on DPS AWS. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile government transformation programme and work alongside experienced data, testing and migration teams.

SAP MRP Consultant

SAP Test Analyst

£350 - £385 per day

SAP Senior Test Analyst - MTD CESA Futures Telford / Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite £385 per day inside ir35 6 months contract SC Eligible

Shift Process Engineers x 3

£50000 - £60000 per annum + shift, shares, benefits

Location: Northamptonshire 12-hour rotating shifts | 24/7 manufacturing operation | 35% Shift Uplift + Share Options + Excellent Benefits

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CBSbutler has firmly established itself as a premier recruitment agency for aviation and aerospace professionals. With decades of experience in the sector, our aviation team has an unparalleled understanding of the skills and expertise required to excel across all disciplines - from aeronautical engineering to avionics and beyond. We partner with major manufacturers, maintenance providers, airlines, airports, and suppliers to connect exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. Whether you are looking to take the next step in your career or seeking top talent to drive your business forward, the CBSbutler aviation and aerospace division has the reach, knowledge and insight to make it happen. Our consultants welcome the chance to leverage their vast networks and industry savvy to advance your goals in this fast-paced and innovative field.

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Recruitment Insights & Advice

How to scope an Engineering project capacity gap

How to scope an Engineering project capacity gap

Need extra Engineering project capacity? Learn how to define the work package, skills and timing before seeking contract support.

The Defence Tech Skills Race

The Defence Tech Skills Race

AI, autonomous systems, robotics, uncrewed platforms and increasingly software-led capabilities are moving quickly from development into real-world defence applications. That is having a direct impact on the skills defence organisations need. The traditional engineering disciplines haven't gone away. Systems, electronics, software, integration and test remain as important as ever. What is changing is the combination of skills employers are looking for.

Aerospace recruitment: why the talent conversation must start earlier

Aerospace recruitment: why the talent conversation must start earlier

The UK Aerospace sector needs skilled people, but many potential candidates may never think to look for a role in it. In August 2026, trade body ADS reported that 66% of Aerospace employers in its research were experiencing persistent workforce and skills shortages. Polling for its careers campaign found that 59% of the public had not previously received information about Aerospace careers.

Recruitment forecasts for 2026 – what it means for Defence Technology, Engineering, Aviation, Business Support and contractor talent

Recruitment forecasts for 2026 – what it means for Defence Technology, Engineering, Aviation, Business Support and contractor talent

Businesses are dealing with increased taxes and employment costs, including business rates and National Insurance contributions, investment levels are down, and inflation remains high. For organisations hiring across sectors such as Defence Technology, Engineering, Aviation, and Business Support, it’s proving to be a testing time.

The Budget 2025 – what it means for Defence, Engineering, Technology and contractor talent

The Budget 2025 – what it means for Defence, Engineering, Technology and contractor talent

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has delivered her second Budget which, she claims, will take ‘fair and necessary’ choices to deliver on this government’s promise of change. It comes at a challenging moment for the UK economy, with productivity growth downgraded and higher inflation forecast.

Meet Luke Gibbons – Expanding CBSbutler’s US Engineering Reach

Meet Luke Gibbons – Expanding CBSbutler’s US Engineering Reach

We caught up with Luke, our newest addition to the CBSbutler team, to learn more about his background, sector insights, and plans to grow our Industrial Automation and Process Control presence across the US.

Why candidate negotiation power is shifting and what it means for employers

Why candidate negotiation power is shifting and what it means for employers

Across the UK, hiring managers in technical and engineering-led industries are seeing a decisive shift – candidates now have the upper hand throughout the hiring process. Scarcity of skills, rising pay transparency and changing expectations are giving candidates greater leverage than ever before when it comes to job offers and negotiations. And that’s forcing employers to rethink how they attract, negotiate with and secure top talent. For many it’s a surprising move away from traditional dynamics, but it’s not a passing fad – it reflects deeper changes in the labour market, candidate expectations and organisational strategy.

Air Traffic Control 2.0 – What a $31.5bn overhaul means for aviation talent

Air Traffic Control 2.0 – What a $31.5bn overhaul means for aviation talent

The United States government has announced a $31.5 billion investment to modernise its air traffic control (ATC) system, the most significant investment in aviation infrastructure for decades. Currently, the system, introduced in the mid-90s, still runs on copper-based networks, which were pioneering at the time but are now widely regarded as outdated, vulnerable and ill-suited to the demands of modern air travel.

Should the UK build its own Large Language Models?

Should the UK build its own Large Language Models?

Large Language Models (LLMs) like OpenAI’s GPT, Google’s Gemini, and Anthropic’s Claude are transforming the way businesses operate, how public services are delivered and how knowledge is accessed – should the UK invest in building its own LLMs?

Thinking Global, Hiring Smart: How CBSbutler Navigates International Recruitment

Thinking Global, Hiring Smart: How CBSbutler Navigates International Recruitment

At CBSbutler, we’ve long understood that the best candidates don’t always sit within commuting distance—and that smart hiring means thinking bigger. That’s why we’ve spent decades perfecting the art (and science) of global recruitment.