Contract AI Engineer - LLMs, OCR, Python | Aerospace POC | Remote | £600/day Outside IR35
3-month contract (with extension potential)
Start: 1st July
We're working with a consultancy delivering a proof-of-concept project in the aerospace sector. They're looking for a hands-on AI Engineer to join from July, with strong Python skills and experience working with LLMs and computer vision tools.
The Role:
- Train and fine-tune large language models (LLMs) for a domain-specific POC
- Develop and support OCR and image processing workflows
- Write production-quality Python code and support deployment
- Collaborate with architects and wider stakeholders to deliver the solution
Key Skills:
- Strong Python development experience
- LLM model training and fine-tuning (e.g. GPT, Hugging Face)
- OCR/image processing exposure
- Deployment support and testing
- Bonus: SQL or database querying skills
- BCCP clearance preferred (or eligibility)
Details:
- Start date: 1st July
- Location: 1 day/week in Bristol during early phase, then remote
- Rate: £600/day
- IR35: Outside
- Duration: 3 months, likely extension
- Interview process: Starting this week
If you're an AI Engineer with a strong delivery mindset and hands-on experience in GenAI and Python, we'd love to hear from you.