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Aerospace & Defence

Aerospace and Defence move fast, demand precision, and leave zero room for error. Whether it’s advanced aircraft design or mission-ready defence systems, the pressure to deliver is relentless. With security, compliance, and skills all under the spotlight, finding the right people is critical.

This sector doesn’t forgive mistakes.

The Aerospace & Defence challenge

Projects face:

  • Acute skills shortages in engineering, digital systems, and manufacturing.
  • Complex compliance and clearance requirements slow down hiring.
  • High performance expectations with no tolerance for delays or defects.
  • Full lifecycle demands spanning design, production, and through-life support.

The challenge lies in sourcing people who can work at pace, under pressure, and to world-class standards.

That’s where Morson Edge steps in.

How Morson Edge delivers certainty

We’re the UK’s No.1 Aerospace & Defence recruiter, trusted for over a decade to deliver specialist talent where it matters most.

Our consultants are split into specialist teams of sector experts across systems, design, manufacturing, MRO, and professional services.

From concept design to final delivery, we provide full lifecycle coverage.

With 4,500+ live contractors on projects globally, we deploy people who are vetted, qualified, and ready to deliver.

Operating across the UK, US, Canada, and UAE, we scale teams quickly without compromising quality.

Outcome? Clients gain the certainty of compliant, skilled, and available talent exactly when they need it.

 


Roles we recruit

  • Systems Engineers
  • Design Engineers
  • Manufacturing & Production Specialists
  • MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) Technicians
  • Software & Test Engineers
  • Project Managers
  • Professional & Commercial Services roles

Why clients choose us:

Proven Market Leader

Over 10 years as the UK’s largest Aerospace & Defence recruiter.

Full Lifecycle Support

Talent across design, build, test, and sustainment phases.

Security You Can Trust

Access to candidates with the highest levels of clearance.

Global Scale, Personal Service

120+ consultants dedicated to Aerospace & Defence across four continents.

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