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Solution Architect Specialist - Huawei OSS
Experis
Gloucester
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£450/day - £500/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Solution architect specialist - Huawei OSS

Bristol- Hybrid

12 months

UMBRELLA Only

Huawei OSS design role

  • Huawei MAE provides element management for the remaining Huawei radio base stations in the EE network.
  • While this network is being replaced as required under government mandate, ensuring high performance and availability while the vendor swap process continues is essential to support subscribers
  • Ensuring the MAE continues to run optimally and provide the necessary performance and alarm data to northbound systems to support operational teams is key to maintaining this network quality
  • This role will be working in the NEMS team with other designers to maintain this continuity of service, analyse and resolve any faults or issues with both the platform itself and associated data feeds

Key Skills:

  • In depth understanding of the Huawei MAE platform, relevant protocols and interfaces into the wider EE network
  • Understanding of the EE OSS and wider RAN architecture and relevant interdependence’s
  • OSS Fault analysis and remediation
  • Broader OSS design experience is highly desirable
  • Experience with security agents such as Qualys and Crowdstrike where these sit alongside OSS platforms.

All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Digital Site Operations Manager
Meritus
Gloucester
In office
Senior - Leader
£30/hour - £35/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

MERITUS are recruiting for a Digital Site Operations Manager to join our client in supporting IT/OT site relationships and procedures. We are not looking for somone who has specialist hands on IT experience, but someone from an IT background who can be a focal point of digital organising for a leadership team.

DIGITAL SITE OPERATIONS MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - 35 PER HOUR - FILTON, UK - 9 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS

This is a high-impact Digital leadership role embedded within one of the UK’s most advanced aerospace manufacturing environments.

Based at the Filton Plant - home to A400M wing assembly, A350 gear beam production, Wing Technology Development Centre and Additive Manufacturing capability - you will act as the senior Digital partner to plant leadership.

The Opportunity

You will own the Digital relationship with Operations.

Not as support.

As a strategic enabler.

You will shape and deliver the plant Digital roadmap, protect operational continuity, drive digitalisation, strengthen OT cybersecurity posture, and ensure Digital investment delivers measurable production value.

This is a role for someone who understands that in aerospace manufacturing:

  • Downtime is expensive.
  • Cyber risk is operational risk.
  • Legacy systems slow innovation.
  • Governance matters.
  • Change requires influence.

What You Will Own

  • Full Digital stakeholder leadership for the Filton Plant
  • Site-level Digital roadmap aligned to production strategy
  • Demand management and prioritisation
  • Coordination of SAP, infrastructure, digital workplace and shopfloor deployments
  • OT cyber maturity improvement
  • Incident governance (RCA, PPS, MTTR reduction)
  • Supplier performance management
  • Legacy system decommissioning
  • Digital4Operations community leadership

You will operate at the intersection of:

  • Operations
  • Maintenance
  • Cyber Security
  • IT/OT
  • Central Digital Product Lines

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong background in Digital/IT leadership within industrial manufacturing
  • Experience working in live production environments (aerospace preferred)
  • Exposure to IT/OT convergence
  • Understanding of operational cyber risk
  • Proven stakeholder management at senior plant level
  • Ability to challenge status quo and drive change
Digital Site Relationship Manager
Line Up Aviation
Gloucester
In office
Mid - Senior
£35/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Digital Site Relationship Manager to join on a contract until the end of the year. This role acts as the key interface between Digital and operational teams, ensuring digital solutions effectively support business priorities and operational delivery. The successful candidate will build strong stakeholder relationships, support the deployment and performance of digital products, drive continuous improvement and digitalisation initiatives, and act as a trusted advisor to site leadership. The role also supports business process analysis, solution development, and promotes strong cybersecurity practices across operational environments.

Role: Digital Site Relationship Manager
Pay: 35 per hour Via Umbrella
Location: Filton
Contract: Monday - Friday 35 hours per week, till the end of the year
IR35 Status: Inside
Security Clearance: BPSS

Responsibilities

  • Build strong relationships with plant leadership and operational teams, acting as the main point of contact for all digital activities.
  • Represent digital services at site governance meetings and report on performance, usage, and value.
  • Lead stakeholder engagement and maintain the site’s digital roadmap aligned with business priorities.
  • Coordinate with digital teams (ERP, workplace, infrastructure, and operations technology) to ensure aligned delivery of services.
  • Manage digital demand for the site, prioritising requests and aligning them with operational needs and technology capabilities.
  • Oversee deployment of digital products, ensuring effective coordination with stakeholders and minimal disruption to operations.
  • Lead incident and crisis communication, ensuring issues are resolved and root cause analysis is completed.
  • Promote digitalisation and automation initiatives that improve operational efficiency and user experience.
  • Support cybersecurity improvements by strengthening collaboration between IT and operational technology teams.
  • Coach and develop digital team members, fostering continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Monitor service performance against targets and escalate issues where necessary.
  • Contribute to supplier management, service transitions, and risk management related to digital services.

Essential Skills:

  • Broad knowledge of Digital products, organisation & processes.
  • Experience working in an industrial operations environment.
  • Understanding of how IT works on a shop floor
  • Knowledge of Digital tools & applications used in Operations.
  • Knowledge of cyber security practices
  • Stakeholder management skills & experience.
  • Leading and managing and ability to adapt communication to the audience

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation

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Site Relationship Manager
Arm
Gloucester
In office
Mid - Senior
£30/hour - £35/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Contract up to the end of 2026

Based in Filton

Offering 35ph Inside IR35

Do you have experience working in an industrial/manufacturing environment?

Do you have experience building relationships?

Do you want to work with an industry-leading company?

If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you!

As the Site Relationship Manager, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry.

You will be involved in:

  • Establish and nurture a strong and trustful relationship with the Filton Plant (OWI and support functions) ensuring attendance to all relevant site routines (SQCDP, plant governance etc.) and report regularly to Plant management on the site’s consumption of Digital products and their performance and value
  • Manage Digital Stakeholder Management for the site, being the focal point for all Digital activities, and building a local view of the Digital Strategy
  • Lead a local Digital “Digital4Opeartions” Community with the other Digital domains and Digital leaders in Operations
  • Responsible for building and maintaining the overall Digital roadmap for the site with Plant management
  • Ensure full alignment with the leaders of the other Digital teams supporting the Plant for Digital topics: ERP/SAP, Digital Workplace, Network & Infrastructure and lead the site multifunctional team
  • Implement a consistent Digital Demand Mgmt. process for the plant, respecting site management priorities as well as risks/opportunities for the D Product Service Lines (PSLs) and anticipate ramp-up related support/activities
  • Organises robust crisis management and communication to stakeholders
  • Foster decommissioning of legacy applications for the site in close collaboration with D PSLs/Products
  • Support & develop the ITinOT team to continually improve the cyber security of the Filton plant
  • Coach & develop Digital team members
  • Ensure an effective working relationship between Plant Maintenance, Cyber Security (DS) and IT/OT with a clear, agreed RASCI
  • Monitor service level targets and report regularly to the business. Escalate when service levels are not meeting expectations
  • Contribute to managing suppliers. Specifically the Digital Shopfloor Bundle supplier: challenge incident response time (MTTR), incident quantity (repeat incidents) and quality of support
  • Support the transition to the new Shopfloor Bundle contract and service provider in Filton
  • Contribute to the DOF and Filton Plant Risk and Opportunities management

Your skillset may include:

  • Broad knowledge of Digital products, organisation & processes
  • Experience working in an industrial operations environment
  • Knowledge of Digital tools & applications used in Operations
  • Knowledge of cyber security practices
  • Stakeholder management skills & experience
  • Leading and managing

If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!

Site Relationship Manager

Contract up to the end of 2026

Based in Filton

Offering 35ph Inside IR35

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited (“ARM”). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Site Relationship Manager
Advanced Resource Managers Limited
Gloucestershire
In office
Mid - Senior
£30/hour - £35/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Contract up to the end of 2026

Based in Filton

Offering £35ph Inside IR35

Do you have experience working in an industrial/manufacturing environment?

Do you have experience building relationships?

Do you want to work with an industry-leading company?

If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you!

As the Site Relationship Manager, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry.

You will be involved in:

  • Establish and nurture a strong and trustful relationship with the Filton Plant (OWI and support functions) ensuring attendance to all relevant site routines (SQCDP, plant governance etc.) and report regularly to Plant management on the site’s consumption of Digital products and their performance and value
  • Manage Digital Stakeholder Management for the site, being the focal point for all Digital activities, and building a local view of the Digital Strategy
  • Lead a local Digital “Digital4Opeartions” Community with the other Digital domains and Digital leaders in Operations
  • Responsible for building and maintaining the overall Digital roadmap for the site with Plant management
  • Ensure full alignment with the leaders of the other Digital teams supporting the Plant for Digital topics: ERP/SAP, Digital Workplace, Network & Infrastructure and lead the site multifunctional team
  • Implement a consistent Digital Demand Mgmt. process for the plant, respecting site management priorities as well as risks/opportunities for the D Product Service Lines (PSLs) and anticipate ramp-up related support/activities
  • Organises robust crisis management and communication to stakeholders
  • Foster decommissioning of legacy applications for the site in close collaboration with D PSLs/Products
  • Support & develop the ITinOT team to continually improve the cyber security of the Filton plant
  • Coach & develop Digital team members
  • Ensure an effective working relationship between Plant Maintenance, Cyber Security (DS) and IT/OT with a clear, agreed RASCI
  • Monitor service level targets and report regularly to the business. Escalate when service levels are not meeting expectations
  • Contribute to managing suppliers. Specifically the Digital Shopfloor Bundle supplier: challenge incident response time (MTTR), incident quantity (repeat incidents) and quality of support
  • Support the transition to the new Shopfloor Bundle contract and service provider in Filton
  • Contribute to the DOF and Filton Plant Risk and Opportunities management

Your skillset may include:

  • Broad knowledge of Digital products, organisation & processes
  • Experience working in an industrial operations environment
  • Knowledge of Digital tools & applications used in Operations
  • Knowledge of cyber security practices
  • Stakeholder management skills & experience
  • Leading and managing

If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!

Site Relationship Manager

Contract up to the end of 2026

Based in Filton

Offering £35ph Inside IR35

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited (“ARM”). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Fabric Data Engineer - Outside IR35 - Hybrid
Tenth Revolution Group
Gloucestershire
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£400/day - £600/day
RECENTLY POSTED

We are seeking a skilled Fabric Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in modern data architecture, cloud-based analytics, and end-to-end data pipeline development. You will work closely with data analysts, data scientists, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality, reliable, and secure data solutions that drive strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric, including:

    • Data Factory for orchestration and ingestion
    • Lakehouse architecture for unified analytics
    • Warehouse for structured data modeling
  • Build and optimize data solutions leveraging Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Power BI.

  • Develop ETL/ELT processes to ingest, transform, and load data from various sources (APIs, databases, flat files, streaming sources).

  • Implement data modeling techniques (star schema, snowflake schema, medallion architecture).

  • Ensure data quality, governance, and security standards are met.

  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data workflows for performance and cost efficiency.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

  • Support CI/CD deployment and version control best practices.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in data engineering or related roles.
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric.
  • Strong SQL skills and experience with data warehousing concepts.
  • Proficiency in Python or Spark for data transformation.
  • Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure.
  • Understanding of data governance, security, and compliance frameworks.

Key Skills

  • Data Pipeline Development
  • Cloud Data Architecture
  • Data Modeling & Optimization
  • ETL/ELT Frameworks
  • Performance Tuning
  • Stakeholder Communication

To apply for this role please submit your CV or contact Dillon Blackburn on or at .

Tenth Revolution Group are the go-to recruiter for Data & AI roles in the UK offering more opportunities across the country than any other recruitment agency. We’re the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour, and the London Fabric User Group. We are the global leaders in Data & AI recruitment.

Digital Site Operations Manager
Meritus Talent
Multiple locations
In office
Senior - Leader
£30/hour - £35/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

MERITUS are recruiting for a Digital Site Operations Manager to join our client in supporting IT/OT site relationships and procedures. We are not looking for someone who has specialist hands on IT experience, but someone from an IT background who can be a focal point of digital organising for a leadership team.

DIGITAL SITE OPERATIONS MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £35 PER HOUR - FILTON, UK - 9 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS

This is a high-impact Digital leadership role Embedded within one of the UK’s most advanced aerospace manufacturing environments.

Based at the Filton Plant - home to A400M wing assembly, A350 gear beam production, Wing Technology Development Centre and Additive Manufacturing capability - you will act as the senior Digital partner to plant leadership.

The Opportunity

You will own the Digital relationship with Operations.

Not as support.

As a strategic enabler.

You will shape and deliver the plant Digital roadmap, protect operational continuity, drive digitalisation, strengthen OT cybersecurity posture, and ensure Digital investment delivers measurable production value.

This is a role for someone who understands that in aerospace manufacturing:

  • Downtime is expensive.
  • Cyber risk is operational risk.
  • Legacy systems slow innovation.
  • Governance matters.
  • Change requires influence.

What You Will Own

  • Full Digital stakeholder leadership for the Filton Plant
  • Site-level Digital roadmap aligned to production strategy
  • Demand management and prioritisation
  • Coordination of SAP, infrastructure, digital workplace and shopfloor deployments
  • OT cyber maturity improvement
  • Incident governance (RCA, PPS, MTTR reduction)
  • Supplier performance management
  • Legacy system decommissioning
  • Digital4Operations community leadership

You will operate at the intersection of:

  • Operations
  • Maintenance
  • Cyber Security
  • IT/OT
  • Central Digital Product Lines

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong background in Digital/IT leadership within industrial manufacturing
  • Experience working in live production environments (aerospace preferred)
  • Exposure to IT/OT convergence
  • Understanding of operational cyber risk
  • Proven stakeholder management at senior plant level
  • Ability to challenge status quo and drive change
3D Artist/CG Artist
Lorien
Swindon
Hybrid
Senior
£300/day - £320/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

3D Artist

Contract: Until June 2026
Location: Wiltshire, 3 days onsite

Our client is hiring a Senior 3D Artist to create high-quality photoreal CG imagery for global marketing. You’ll lead creatively, support pipeline workflows, and deliver across multiple fast-paced projects.

Skills needed:

  • Advanced Maya (essential) + V-Ray
  • Rendering, lighting, surfacing (PBR useful)
  • Modelling (mechanical/organic)
  • Animation + some VFX beneficial
  • Compositing
  • Strong Photoshop and retouching
  • Experience in agile, data-driven environments

What you’ll do:

  • Produce high-end CG imagery for digital/print
  • Lead on creative direction and problem-solving
  • Work across multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Collaborate with Art Directors and creative teams

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Contract Software Engineer
IO Associates
Gloucester
In office
Mid - Senior
£700/day - £800/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Contract Software Engineer (DV Cleared)

6 Months (Initially)

Romsey OR Gloucester for On-site Work

€700-800 per day (Inside IR35)

iO Associates is proudly partnering an R&D client, specialising in developing cutting-edge technology for our National Security.

We are looking for a Software Engineer who holds a current DV clearance to join the team on an Initial 6 month basis (with a high likelihood of extension).

The role itself will involve designing, developing and optimising OpenCPI components and application for SIGINT and RF Systems.

Along with the additional tasks below:

  • Integrate OpenCPI solutions onto FPGA-based and embedded SDR platforms.
  • Support system architecture, trade studies, and technical design decisions.
  • Ensure robust, scalable and reusable OpenCPI-based implementations.

Key Responsibilities Involve:

Engineering & Development

  • Develop OpenCPI workers and containers in C/C++ and HDL (VHDL/Verilog where required).
  • Integrate DSP chains into FPGA and embedded Linux environments.
  • Conduct trade-off analysis across performance, latency and resource utilisation.
  • Support hardware/software integration in secure lab and customer environments.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

  • Demonstrable hands-on experience with OpenCPI framework.
  • Strong C/C++ development in embedded or Linux environments.
  • Understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) principles.
  • Experience integrating FPGA-based platforms (e.g. Xilinx or Intel toolchains).
  • Experience working within secure National Security or MOD environments.
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex integration and performance issues.
  • Experience working with SDR and RF signal processing systems

Due to the nature of the work, this is an on-site role. We can only consider contractors who have an active DV clearance for this position.

If you’re interested, please apply to the link for consideration.

Contract Software Engineer
IO Associates
Gloucester
In office
Mid - Senior
£700/day - £800/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Contract Software Engineer (DV Cleared)

6 Months (Initially)

Romsey OR Gloucester for On-site Work

€700-800 per day (Inside IR35)

iO Associates is proudly partnering an R&D client, specialising in developing cutting-edge technology for our National Security.

We are looking for a Software Engineer who holds a current DV clearance to join the team on an Initial 6 month basis (with a high likelihood of extension).

The role itself will involve designing, developing and optimising OpenCPI components and application for SIGINT and RF Systems.

Along with the additional tasks below:

Integrate OpenCPI solutions onto FPGA-based and embedded SDR platforms.

Support system architecture, trade studies, and technical design decisions.

Ensure robust, scalable and reusable OpenCPI-based implementations.

Key Responsibilities Involve:

Engineering & Development

Develop OpenCPI workers and containers in C/C++ and HDL (VHDL/Verilog where required).

Integrate DSP chains into FPGA and embedded Linux environments.

Conduct trade-off analysis across performance, latency and resource utilisation.

Support hardware/software integration in secure lab and customer environments.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Demonstrable hands-on experience with OpenCPI framework.

Strong C/C++ development in embedded or Linux environments.

Understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) principles.

Experience integrating FPGA-based platforms (e.g. Xilinx or Intel toolchains).

Experience working within secure National Security or MOD environments.

Ability to troubleshoot complex integration and performance issues.

Experience working with SDR and RF signal processing systems

Due to the nature of the work, this is an on-site role. We can only consider contractors who have an active DV clearance for this position.

If you’re interested, please apply to the link for consideration.

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Contract Software Engineer
Panoramic Associates
Gloucester
In office
Mid - Senior
£700/day - £800/day
RECENTLY POSTED

Contract Software Engineer (DV Cleared) 6 Months (Initially) Romsey OR Gloucester for On-site Work €(Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35) iO Associates is proudly partnering an R&D client, specialising in developing cutting-edge technology for our National Security. We are looking for a Software Engineer who holds a current DV clearance to join the team on an Initial 6 month basis (with a high likelihood of extension). The role itself will involve designing, developing and optimising OpenCPI components and application for SIGINT and RF Systems. Along with the additional tasks below: Integrate OpenCPI solutions onto FPGA-based and embedded SDR platforms. Support system architecture, trade studies, and technical design decisions. Ensure robust, scalable and reusable OpenCPI-based implementations.Key Responsibilities Involve: Engineering & Development Develop OpenCPI workers and containers in C/C++ and HDL (VHDL/Verilog where required). Integrate DSP chains into FPGA and embedded Linux environments. Conduct trade-off analysis across performance, latency and resource utilisation. Support hardware/software integration in secure lab and customer environments.Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Demonstrable hands-on experience with OpenCPI framework. Strong C/C++ development in embedded or Linux environments. Understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) principles. Experience integrating FPGA-based platforms (e.g. Xilinx or Intel toolchains). Experience working within secure National Security or MOD environments. Ability to troubleshoot complex integration and performance issues. Experience working with SDR and RF signal processing systemsDue to the nature of the work, this is an on-site role. We can only consider contractors who have an active DV clearance for this position. If you’re interested, please apply to the link for consideration

Huawei OSS Design Specialist - Bristol, UK
Randstad Technologies Recruitment
Gloucester
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£400/day - £500/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role: Huawei OSS Design SpecialistType: Contract (12 Months)
Location: Bristol, UK
Working Model: Hybrid

Payrate: (Apply online only) GBP/day on Inside IR35 on Umbrella

We are urgently seeking an OSS Design Specialist to join the NEMS team in Bristol. In this critical role, you will ensure the peak performance and service continuity of Huawei radio base stations on the EE network during a major, government-mandated vendor swap.

What we need from you:

  • Huawei Expertise: Deep, hands-on knowledge of the Huawei MAE platform (or U2020) and relevant network protocols.
  • Architecture & Faults: Strong understanding of RAN architecture, EE OSS interdependencies, and a proven track record in OSS fault analysis and remediation.
  • Security Tools: Experience working alongside security agents like Qualys and CrowdStrike within OSS platforms.

This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. Com

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Test Equipment Hardware Engineer
Manpower
Cheltenham
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£65/hour - £75/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role: NPI Test Equipment Hardware Engineer

Location: Cheltenham (3 day on-site. 2 remote)

Duration: 12 months

Rate: up to £75/hour (Umbrella only)

Inside IR35

Job Description Summary

As an NPI TE Hardware Engineer, you will be responsible for leading, specifying, designing & developing, Test Equipment solutions for power distribution and control programmes. You will work as part of an integrated product team to develop and implement TE Hardware for Qualification & deliver test solutions for the latest power distribution controls products.

You will take an innovative approach to problem-solving, demonstrate good people leadership skills, independence, sound technical judgment and be able identify and breakdown complex problems and formulate solutions.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the full Test Systems life cycle - from initial requirements through to formal release and support
  • Develop and implement TE Hardware for Qualification
  • Execute the requirements, design, implementation, and verification of assigned test systems using sound engineering principles while adhering to business standards, practices, procedures and product / programme requirements
  • Act as an engineering interface to the Project Manager, clearly articulating the technical direction and decisions and technically support the project planning and performance metrics
  • Liaise and interface with other functions, e.g. Systems, Hardware, Programmes, Manufacturing, Sustainment, and other stakeholders
  • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned Test Systems and/or tasks in line with engineering policies and procedures
  • Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership to personnel supporting the assigned project
  • Help coaching, mentoring, and training less experienced engineers
  • Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments
  • Participate on teams assigned to address organisational initiatives and engineering issues

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent knowledge and experience
  • Experience of Test System design, development, and hardware/software integration ideally gained in an Aviation or similar high integrity environment
  • Good problem solving and solution building skills
  • Excellent communication skills to team, peers, and all levels of management
  • Demonstrated ability for independent and sound technical judgement, identification of problems and formulating solutions.

To apply, please send your CVs in the first instance

3GPP Technical Architect
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Gloucester
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£80/hour - £105/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Rate: 80 - 105 per hour

IR35 status: Inside IR35

Duration: Initially 6 months

Location: South West (Bristol) - Hybrid circa two days a week in the office

Clearance: Active SC Clearance is required.

You will join a global technology consultancy working with the MoD. As a technical Architect you should be comfortable working in a customer facing role. This role requires an understanding of the mission critical communications space and associated standards.

The role:

  • Act as the technical authority for systems and services.
  • Define and evolve architectures that balance customer needs, architecture principles, and secure-by-design standards.
  • Contribute to divisional and line-of-business roadmaps, identifying opportunities for technology insertion and innovation.
  • Lead technical reviews, trade-off studies, and risk assessments for major design decisions.

Your skills and experience:

  • Knowledge of 3GPP technical standards
  • Proven experience in system and service architecture in a domain (infrastructure, applications, data, networking, cloud)
  • Knowledge of architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF, MODAF, NAF)
  • Advanced understanding of secure system design principles and cyber security standards
  • Experience shaping architectures within Agile or SAFe delivery environments

Desirable:

  • Industry certifications (e.g. TOGAF, ArchiMate)
  • Vendor certifications (e.g. AWS)
  • Knowledge of TETRA / ESN and emergency services organisations
  • Knowledge of mission critical communication software
  • Experience contributing to technology roadmaps and enterprise strategy

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must Have 3GPP Specifications and Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner

Nice To Have

  • ArchiMate
  • AWS Solution Architect
  • Certified TOGAS Enterprise Architect
  • DevOps/DevSecOps
  • ESN/TETRA
  • Mission Critical Communications
Quality Engineer
Morson Edge
Gloucester
In office
Mid - Senior
£28/hour - £37/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Morson Edge are thrilled to be supporting our aerospace client in Gloucester who are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to work at their Gloucester site on a part time basis.

Purpose

To support Program Quality Managers (PQMs) in all aspects of Program Quality, ensuring effective quality management for assigned programs with a primary focus on Military Programs. The role will ensure products, processes, and services continually meet Safran’s quality standards and customer requirements.

Scope

The scope of this role is to provide support to the PQM’s to help with the current workload across all programs however, primarily to support the Military PQM.

Key Responsibilities

  • Quality Planning:
    Develop and maintain various Program Quality Plan’s. Review and implement program-specific quality clauses into the Quality plans.

  • Process Control:
    Develop and maintain internal procedures in line with internal and external standards (EN9100, customer-specific requirements, etc.).

  • Supplier Quality:
    Collaborate with supplier quality teams to monitor customer escapes and investigations. This includes collaborating to ensure that all traceability and relevant information has been provided to PQM’s.

  • Non-Conformity Management:
    Support PQM’s with internal and Work Share non-conformity management, aiding with the resolution of product and process non-conformities using industry standard Quality tools i.e. Ishikawa, 5 Why etc.

  • Customer Interface:
    Provide information to aid the PQM’s with customer interactions, audits, investigations, support Source inspections and feedback.

  • Quality Reporting:
    Prepare and present quality reports, metrics, and performance analysis to PQM’s.

Requirements

  • Standards Compliance:
    Knowledge of external standards EN9100 very advantageous. Part 21 Sub Part G desirable.

  • Documentation:
    Maintain and update quality plans, customer related documentation i.e. delivery transportation plan, and corrective actions.

Deliverables

  • Program Quality Plan

  • Quality Review Meeting Notes

  • Non-Conformance Reports and Corrective Actions when required

  • Supplier Quality engagement on traceability activities

  • Customer Audit Readiness Documentation

  • Quality Escape Management and reporting

Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in quality management in aerospace/industrial sector preferred

  • Familiarity with quality standards (EN9100, ISO 9001, etc.)

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities

  • Working knowledge of MS Office (particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint), exposure to Quality Management Systems

  • Good attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work cross-functionally

16 hours per week

Duration Initially until August 2026 likely extension
Rates £28.50 ph PAYE plus Holiday pay at £4.14 ph
Umbrella £37.88 ph

Vulnerability Analyst SC Cleared
Stackstudio Digital Ltd.
Gloucester
In office
Junior - Mid
£350/day - £375/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role Details

  • Job Title: Vulnerability Analyst SC Cleared
  • Location: Gloucester, UK ( onsite)
  • Special Working Conditions
  • Mandatory training and pre joining checks must be completed. The contract will be awarded upon successful completion of all required checks.
  • Candidate must hold an active, transferable SC clearance with a minimum of 3 months validity remaining.
  • Valid Active SC is mandatory.

Job Purpose and Primary Objectives

  • The Vulnerability Analyst will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and managing security vulnerabilities within the organization’s IT infrastructure using the Tenable One platform.
  • The role is essential in mitigating security risks, ensuring compliance, and protecting the organization’s assets by working closely with internal teams, vendors, and partners.
  • The analyst will provide clear, actionable reports and recommendations to support the timely remediation of vulnerabilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze and manage vulnerabilities using Tenable One platform, working closely with internal teams, partners, and vendors.
  • Generate and deliver vulnerability reports, ensuring they are clear and actionable, based on data from Tenable One.
  • CVE & CVSS Tracking: Monitor vulnerabilities using CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) and assess risk levels using the CVSS (Common Vulnerability Scoring System).
  • Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with partners and vendors to manage and remediate vulnerabilities, ensuring timely resolution.
  • Tracking & Documentation: Maintain a complete tracking system for all vulnerabilities and remediation activities, providing regular updates and reports to stakeholders.
  • Compliance: Ensure all vulnerability management practices meet regulatory and security compliance requirements.

Key Skills / Knowledge / Experience

  • SC Clearance (Active).
  • Proficiency in using Tenable One for vulnerability scanning, tracking, and reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of CVE and CVSS frameworks.
  • Experience with vulnerability lifecycle management from identification to remediation.
  • Excellent report-writing skills with the ability to translate technical findings into business impact.
  • Strong collaboration skills for working with vendors, partners, and internal teams.
  • Understanding of compliance standards and best practices in Vulnerability Management.

Additional Remarks

  • Good to be:
    • Reporting experience in Service Now Tool.
    • Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are a plus.
    • Knowledge of security frameworks.

Person SpecificationInforming

  • Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs and to feel good about being part of the team, unit, and/or the organization.
  • Is able to provide informative and quantifiable information so that accurate decision making can be taken in a timely manner.

Problem Solving

  • Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions and probes all fruitful sources for answers.
  • Can see hidden problems and is excellent at detailed analysis by looking beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answer.

Technical Learning

  • Able to learn new skills quickly and is adept at learning new industry skills and competencies via various methods, including research and attendance at technical courses and seminars etc.

Key Relationships & ContactsWith Client

  • Establish and maintain excellent relationship with customer stakeholders and develop processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness for the client as an on-going basis.

With Line Manager / Senior Stakeholders

  • Maintain regular contact with Line Manager / Senior Stakeholders to update and appraise them on critical business issues and data points.

With Offshore Teams

  • Maintain regular contact with required Offshore teams as and when required to update them on current issues and decisions, seeking support for issues that affect the success of the contracts on-going deliverables as and when required.

With Peers

  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with other business partners, both internal and external, ensuring best practice advice is shared and maximum efficiency achieved.

With Others

  • Effectively and professionally, communicate regularly with all functional teams and other parts of the company as required in the proper performance of such duties by regularly sharing information and building positive relationships to help achieve business goals and objectives within the account.
  • Building positive relationships with external contacts to maximize efficiency and to always represent the business in a professional manner.
Test Equipment Hardware Engineer
Manpower UK Ltd
Cheltenham
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£65/hour - £75/hour
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role: NPI Test Equipment Hardware Engineer

Location: Cheltenham (3 day on-site. 2 remote)

Duration: 12 months

Rate: up to 75/hour (Umbrella only)

Inside IR35

Job Description Summary

As an NPI TE Hardware Engineer, you will be responsible for leading, specifying, designing & developing, Test Equipment solutions for power distribution and control programmes. You will work as part of an integrated product team to develop and implement TE Hardware for Qualification & deliver test solutions for the latest power distribution controls products.

You will take an innovative approach to problem-solving, demonstrate good people leadership skills, independence, sound technical judgment and be able identify and breakdown complex problems and formulate solutions.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the full Test Systems life cycle - from initial requirements through to formal release and support
  • Develop and implement TE Hardware for Qualification
  • Execute the requirements, design, implementation, and verification of assigned test systems using sound engineering principles while adhering to business standards, practices, procedures and product / programme requirements
  • Act as an engineering interface to the Project Manager, clearly articulating the technical direction and decisions and technically support the project planning and performance metrics
  • Liaise and interface with other functions, e.g. Systems, Hardware, Programmes, Manufacturing, Sustainment, and other stakeholders
  • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned Test Systems and/or tasks in line with engineering policies and procedures
  • Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership to personnel supporting the assigned project
  • Help coaching, mentoring, and training less experienced engineers
  • Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments
  • Participate on teams assigned to address organisational initiatives and engineering issues

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent knowledge and experience
  • Experience of Test System design, development, and hardware/software integration ideally gained in an Aviation or similar high integrity environment
  • Good problem solving and solution building skills
  • Excellent communication skills to team, peers, and all levels of management
  • Demonstrated ability for independent and sound technical judgement, identification of problems and formulating solutions.

To apply, please send your CVs in the first instance

Desktop Support Engineer
Queen Square Recruitment Ltd
Gloucester
In office
Junior - Mid
£200/day - £220/day

Desktop Support Engineer (SC Cleared)

Location: Gloucester (100% Onsite)

Contract: 6 Months Initially

Start Date: March (ASAP)

Rate: 200 - 220 per day (Inside IR35)

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced SC Cleared Desktop Support Engineer to join their team in Gloucester. This role is fully onsite and plays a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of their IT systems, supporting end-users, and maintaining technical excellence across the organisation.

You will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving technical issues, supporting Windows 10/Microsoft Managed Desktop environments, and assisting with IT infrastructure tasks to minimise downtime and enhance productivity.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support & Issue Resolution

  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues across networks, applications, Windows 10, hardware, software, VPNs, printers, and mobile devices.
  • Manage incident queues and ensure timely response to reactive and proactive incidents.
  • Provide support to standard users and VIP stakeholders.
  • Perform Active Directory tasks including group management, account unlocks, and password resets.

Device & Asset Management

  • Build and deploy laptops/desktops using approved images (MMD environment).
  • Manage antivirus tools (Defender / McAfee).
  • Support hardware logistics including device moves, unpacking/repacking, shipping, and device retirement.
  • Maintain accurate asset and configuration data.

User-Facing Support

  • Provide Tech-Bar support for end-user queries.
  • Monitor phones, emails, and Teams channels for incoming incidents.
  • Support training/meeting room equipment and loan device management.
  • Assist with conference room device support and cloud printing services.

Documentation & Collaboration

  • Create and maintain technical documentation, reports, and user guides.
  • Liaise with offshore teams, senior stakeholders, and business partners.
  • Ensure excellent communication across all functional teams.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Strong troubleshooting experience with Windows 10 operating systems.
  • Experience in Microsoft Managed Desktop (MMD) environments.
  • Ability to install/configure Starlink satellite network devices (desirable).
  • Intune administration understanding and basic virtualisation awareness.
  • Ability to configure iPhones/iPads and manage user lifecycle tasks via Azure Portal.
  • Experience supporting Office Apps, SharePoint, Teams admin (L1 level).
  • Excellent communication, multitasking, and customer service skills.
  • Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
  • ITIL knowledge or certification preferred.

Additional Requirements

  • Must be SC Cleared.
  • Flexibility to travel between local sites if/when required.

If you are SC cleared and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to be considered.

C# Software Engineer
Matchtech
Gloucester
In office
Mid
£65/hour
+2

Location: Stevenage OR Bristol (fully onsite)

Duration: 12 month contract

Rate: 65ph UMB (Inside IR35)

Role details:
Our client, a leading consultancy in the defence and aerospace sector, is currently seeking a C# Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is a contract position available in either Stevenage or Bristol, with an initial duration of 12 months and the potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities:

  • The role supports the development of the world’s most advanced defence systems from concept through to in-service support and training, utilising a range of simulation technologies such as digital twins and emulators.
  • Collaborating with Project Leads and Simulation Architects, you will design and develop simulation components representing an end-to-end weapon system in a synthetic environment using C#, C++, and integration simulations, adhering to industry standards.
  • You will be a part of a heterogeneous agile development team consisting of engineers from various disciplines working together to develop simulations and representations of real equipment.

Their approach to software development includes:

  • Configuration control
  • Continuous Integration
  • Continuous Delivery or Deployment
  • Unit testing and test-driven development

Job Requirements:

  • Proficient in C# and C++
  • Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio and Eclipse
  • Ability to transition from high-level system views to technical details
  • Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience with distributed simulation standards/protocols such as DIS, HLA, and DDS, as well as web services development using JavaScript, Node.js, or similar
  • Familiarity with military communications, datalinks, and interfaces such as 1553/1760 and Ethernet TCP/IP
  • Practical knowledge of system integration principles and processes
  • Experience with hardware integration

If you are a skilled C# Software Engineer with a background in defence and aerospace and looking for a new contract opportunity, we encourage you to apply now to join our client’s innovative team in Stevenage or Bristol.

Business Agility Lead
Pontoon
Gloucester
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary

Job Advertisement: Business Agility Lead

Location: Bristol (2 days per week)
Contract Length: 9 Months
Working Pattern: Full Time hours, via an Umbrella Company

Are you an agile enthusiast ready to make a difference in the financial and insurance sector? Our client is on the hunt for a dynamic Business Agility Lead (BAL) to join their vibrant team in Bristol. If you thrive on driving effectiveness, efficiency, and predictability while delivering value to customers and colleagues, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As the Business Agility Lead, you will work closely with Labs, embedding agile practices that enhance performance and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Your mission? To transition teams to a data-led approach, speeding up market delivery while ensuring the quality of work and data. Together with Lab Leaders, you’ll coach teams to excel in their agile journeys.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive Performance:Optimise flow of work, Lab topology, and agile practices to enhance Lab performance.
  • Coaching & Mentoring:Support colleagues in implementing and refining agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) tailored to their needs.
  • Data-Driven Insights:Use data and metrics to problem-solve and boost Lab productivity.
  • Agile Team Development:Stand up new agile teams, providing guidance on tools and methods.

What You’ll Need

  • Proven experience in Agile Coaching or Scrum Mastery (with relevant certifications).
  • Familiarity with Agile Delivery Metrics and evidence-based decision-making.
  • Experience in coaching Lab leadership on Agile Ways of Working.
  • Proficient in using JIRA, JIRA Align, and Confluence.
  • Strong ability to drive data quality and insights for optimal Lab performance.
  • Previous experience of dealing with Senior Level Stakeholders.

Bonus Skills:

  • Agile certifications (e.g., PSM 1, PSM 2, PK1 or similar) are highly valued!

Why Join Us?

At our client’s organisation, inclusivity is at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce that mirrors modern society. Here’s what you can expect:

  • A Welcoming Environment:We celebrate diversity and ensure everyone feels they belong.
  • Supportive Initiatives:From diversity goals to health packages, we prioritise the well-being of our employees.
  • Encouraging Applications:We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups and are disability confident. If you need reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process, just let us know!

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to join a team of committed Business Agility Leads and become a part of an organisation that values your skills and passion for agility!

We can’t wait to see how you can contribute to our client’s success!

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Java Developer
Click Digital
Gloucester
In office
Senior
£65/hour

We are recruiting for a Java Developer on contract to work for our client who is based in Bristol. The role/hours will be condensed into a 4 day week. (Monday - Thursday)

  • Experience of working in Java (10+ years ideally)

  • Experience in other languages such as Ada

  • Knowledge of DDS Middleware and Real Time Operating Systems

Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508

Overview of department:

Our team, at our Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining our enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability.

Responsibilities:

This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of new and evolving software tools and architectures, and the instantiations for future products. Perfect for a Software Engineer who is proactive and takes the initiative.

Skillset/experience required:

  • A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact.
  • Experience of working in Java
  • Experience of working across the entire software development process from engaging with requirement authorities to automated target integration and proving, supported with effective documentation
  • Experience of new tools, techniques and approaches that might enable us to evolve our processes to improve our efficiency and sustainability
  • Experience in other languages such as Ada
  • Knowledge of DDS Middleware and Real Time Operating Systems
  • Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508

IMPORTANT NOTE: The candidate will also need to be able to achieve or have SC clearance.

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