6 Month Contract
Location: Home/Andover (Hybrid)
Salary: £700 - £750 per day (Inside IR35)

We are looking to recruit an SC Cleared Technical Architect for a leading technology consultancy on an initial 6 month contract. The successful candidate will design and deliver complex, large-scale technology solutions that meet both business and technical needs, ensuring architectural integrity and delivering to time, cost, and quality standards.

This is a hands-on, senior technical role where you will influence solution design, drive adoption of best practice, and mentor teams while working closely with clients in highly regulated environments.

This is a hybrid role and you will be required to work 2 days a week at customer site in Andover. Due to the nature of the work valid SC Clearance is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design of large and highly complex systems, ensuring quality, performance, and compliance.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across the project life cycle to embed architectural considerations into all phases of delivery.
• Provide technical guidance, governance, and mentorship to development and delivery teams.
• Evaluate technical designs, changes, and proposals, making recommendations and assessing associated risks.
• Develop technology roadmaps and evaluate emerging technologies to inform future solutions.
• Act as a technical authority during client engagements, proof-of-concepts, and pre-sales activities.
• Establish and enforce architectural principles, standards, and best practices, including security and compliance considerations.
• Support internal capability development, including mentoring junior staff and promoting knowledge sharing.

Experience & Skills Required

Technical & Architectural Expertise

• Extensive experience designing and delivering complex technology solutions, ideally in public sector, government, or other highly regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, NAF, or Zachman.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and DevOps/CI-CD practices.
• Strong understanding of Web Applications, Microservices, APIs, authentication/authorization protocols, and data architecture.
• Knowledge of secure software development practices, GDPR, OWASP, and NCSC cloud security principles.
• Experience delivering AI-based solutions, Real Time data integration, or IoT solutions is advantageous.

Consultancy & Leadership Skills

• Excellent communication skills, able to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience providing guidance to senior stakeholders and influencing solution design across multiple teams.
• Track record of mentoring and developing internal teams, promoting best practices and capability growth.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to provide innovative solutions in complex environments.

Essential

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in highly regulated environments (government, defence, or equivalent).

Job Description

Service Maturity & Integrated Product Support - Technical Specialist - Submarines

Derby

Full time

Why Rolls-Royce?

An excellent opportunity has arisen in the Engineering for Services capability for a Technical Specialist with experience in Service Maturity & Integrated Product Support.

As the Technical Specialist, you will proactively drive and influence teams across the business to avoid unexpected service cost and disruption by ensuring products and services are mature at entry into service and achieve the service business objectives (e.g. Availability, Reliability and Maintainability (AR&M), Time on Platform, Maintenance Cost, Maintenance Support Strategy). You will provide technical expertise in ‘design for support’ using supportability and Integrated Product Support (IPS) principles (e.g. AR&M, Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) etc.) and integrate across the whole business. You will also provide expertise in proactive reliability and technical surveillance to support continuous product enhancement for customer satisfaction and business expectation.

We’re a leader in propulsion system design and development for the Royal Navy’s nuclear submarine fleet and the sole provider and technical authority. Join us and we’ll provide an environment where you can be yourself. An inclusive, digital-first culture that invests in you, gives you a platform for continuous learning, and access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career.

We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.

What you will be doing:

You will be supporting the development and execution of the EfS strategy, collaborating with both internal and external networks;

• Providing technical direction, supporting and delivering training to peers and more junior professionals, and technical leadership to teams and projects (including the Integrated Product Support team).
• Leading the definition of capability projects including capturing requirements, creating proposals, achieving stakeholder approval, acquiring funding and aligning partner support.
• Supporting the development of the Integrated Product Support team and application of new capabilities; leading capability development projects within the wider business.
• Leading the resolution of new and emerging technical, compliance and business problems using analytical processes and professional judgement.
• Ensuring appropriate policies, standards and best practices are defined, shared and adopted.

Who we are looking for:

At Rolls-Royce we embrace agility, are bold, pursue collaboration and seek simplicity in everything we do. These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

• Strong experience of Service Maturity & Integrated Product Support (IPS) in complex engineering products.
• Detailed knowledge of the IPS principles, methods and industry standards.
• Strong stakeholder management capabilities.
• Project Leadership and experience of training and mentoring others.
• Professionally qualified Engineer (UK minimum BEng degree or other national equivalent).

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.

You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people | Rolls-Royce

To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines you need to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t currently already have this in place.

Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets, you must hold a UK nationality. Any dual nationals will require additional scrutiny and background checks prior to commencing work with RRSL.

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category

Engineering for Services

Posting Date

04 Feb 2026; 00:02

Posting End Date

09 Feb 2026PandoLogic. , Location: Derby, ENG - DE23 8NX

Our client, a leading defence organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Software Architect to join their team. This is a fantastic role for a seasoned Software Architect or someone with strong software design skills looking to advance their career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Author the full software architecture, working with software delivery teams to define and monitor the Structural and Temporal Architecture, including Internal/External interfaces to meet requirements.
• Identify and document design drivers such as real-time performance, safety, security, user experience, simplicity, reusability, and flexibility.
• Produce derived and emergent requirements, capturing assumptions and rationale.
• Define the architecture to a point where implementation decisions do not affect its integrity.
• Collaborate closely with other Architects, Technical Specialists, and wider engineering key contacts to support design activities and reviews.
• Influence the Software Engineering Technology Strategy, product lines, new technologies, and methods by participating in special interest groups and communities of interests.

Job Requirements:

• Strong technical practitioner with the ability to make important architectural and design decisions.
• Knowledge of modern and established software architecture techniques and design patterns.
• Experience with model-based engineering.
• Ability to provide technical mentorship and articulate software architecture solutions.
• Clear and accurate communication skills, including the ability to influence collaborators and internal customers.
• Advocate for key software engineering practices like continuous integration and good design.
• Ability to assess and communicate trade-offs between aspects of Software Architecture, with a focus on design rationale.
• Understanding of software abstraction layers and the software stack.
• Experience in defining and influencing tools, frameworks, and technologies used.
• Strong programming background, preferably with experience in multiple languages.

Benefits:

• Company bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary.
• Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%.
• Flexible working arrangements are welcomed.
• Enhanced parental leave options.
• Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals and free car parking.

If you are a skilled Software Architect looking for your next opportunity in the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now and make a significant impact in the development of secure and reliable systems.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Product Manager CRM to lead the development and evolution of a global Salesforce CRM platform. This role is central to delivering a seamless customer journey across marketing, admissions and digital engagement channels.

Reporting into a senior commercial leader, you will own the CRM product vision and roadmap, working closely with IT, regional teams and key stakeholders to ensure the platform drives performance, insight and growth. You will be leading an established team therefore will need proven leadership experience

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the CRM product strategy, roadmap and continuous improvement plan
• Manage global rollouts, new releases, integrations and platform optimisation
• Build a single customer view through strong data integrity and governance
• Deliver advanced dashboards, reporting and conversion performance tracking
• Partner with marketing automation and digital teams to enhance engagement
• Manage external vendors, budgets and business case delivery
• Coach and develop a CRM product team and support regional adoption

About You

• Significant experience in CRM product management and Salesforce delivery
• Strong understanding of customer engagement, marketing automation and analytics
• Proven track record delivering large scale, multi region CRM programmes
• Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder and change management skills
• Data driven, strategic and focused on measurable ROI and outcomes

If you’re passionate about Salesforce CRM product leadership and want to make a global impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!

Bristol

We are seeking experienced, innovative and passionate system thinkers to join our dynamic team, working on an ambitious and pioneering programme.Imagine playing a crucial role in designing and delivering next-generation combat air systems that will set new standards in weapon integration, effectiveness and efficiency.

Salary: Up to £58,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
• Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more .

The Opportunity:

Join a ground-breaking programme within the Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force within an ambitious timeframe. This initiative is built upon a global partnership through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK with international allies Italy and Japan. Together, we aim to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons, moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and efficient approach.

We are seeking dynamic and motivated system thinkers to become integral members of our programme team. This role offers an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. Your work will be instrumental in reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, ensuring our missions are executed with precision and effectiveness.

Join us and be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of combat air operations.

Some of the Key Accountabilities for this role include but are not limited to;

• Management and Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities
• Ownership of key requirements entities
• Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools
• Manage relationship with design teams to help define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need
• Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities
• Management of junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What we’re looking for from you:

• An experienced systems engineer who is pro-active and readily able to work autonomously

• Analytical Systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design

• Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders

• The capability to take responsibility for decisions that affect several design domains / system elements

• Ability to influence and drive a narrative

• Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team

• Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Stevenage

As a Future Products Principal Systems Engineer within the newly formed Future Products department; part of Missile Design UK: Emerging Portfolio & Capability function, you will be assigned to take on a variety of roles in support of MBDA’s Vision 2040.

Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity:

As a Future Products Principal Systems Engineer within the newly formed Future Products department; part of Missile Design UK: Emerging Portfolio & Capability function, you will be assigned to take on a variety of roles in support of MBDA’s Vision 2040.

• Early phase design cycle skills combining core System Engineering, Business development, Customer & User engagements, technology applicability and new functionality areas.
• Road-mapping / Requirement elicitation, bidding for new work, understanding capability, corralling multi-disciplinary teams.
• Develop & nurture new skills for Early Phase activities. This could include using System Design tools, such as DOORS for requirements, Rhapsody for Model
• Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Design Maturity Assessments.
• Support multiple products across future systems and new business areas.

What we’re looking for from you:

• Knowledge of DOORS, Rhapsody and systems design analysis tools e.g. Pugh Matrix / QFD / etc,
• Good Systems Engineering knowledge, alongside the ability and desire to test new techniques and use new methods to develop concepts and complete system trade studies;
• Experience of weapons systems and missile design, including systems trade studies is beneficial;
• A solid understanding of weapon systems, platforms and missile sub-systems;
• The confidence to embrace the uncertain nature of early concept development and technologies to progress towards defining solutions and system concepts;
• To be able to negotiate and influence a broad range of internal and external partners to secure the right outcome;
• Experience of planning and task management important;

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Stevenage

At MBDA, we are continuing to grow our Data Link Systems organisation, providing a world leading missile data link capability. We have a number of exciting opportunities within Data Link Systems, working across the product lifecycle from research, the early concept phase, through full product design to production. These roles require a range of knowledge and experience from graduate to experienced engineers.

Salary: up to £ 55,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: can vary between 2 to 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship .

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity:

As part of our Data Link Systems team, you will work on the design and implementation of the cutting edge RF communication systems that are key to the success of our weapons systems. Our team has a presence at both our Bristol and Stevenage sites. We collaborate broadly across MBDA with multiple disciplines to create high performance weapons systems for our Armed Forces. We are currently recruiting for the following roles:

• RF Systems Technical Leads
• RF Systems Engineers
• Algorithm / Modelling Engineers
• Signal Processing Engineers

What we’re looking for from you:

We are interested in talking to RF systems engineers; Systems Engineering team leaders; experienced Systems Engineers with an interest in building their RF communications knowledge; Engineers from the RF domain with an interest in building their Systems Engineering skills; Engineers with modelling experience; Engineers with signal processing experience.

We are looking for some of the following skills:

• RF / Microwave systems knowledge
• Requirements management and systems design
• Managing external suppliers with procurement team support
• Technical leadership of junior engineers
• Experience participating in, or leading design reviews across the product lifecycle
• Experience of coordinating the transition of development hardware into production, including environmental testing, qualification testing and design certification
• System level functionality proving, Software / Firmware integration and proving
• Familiarity with antenna systems
• System level RF modelling
• Familiarity with real-time digital signal processing for high data bandwidth systems
• Understanding of waveform design and implementation
• Systems modelling and Autocode generation experience
• Experience research based on technical publications
• Good communication skills with the ability to produce high quality written reports and presentations to internal and external customers

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

An opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Manager to act as the manufacturing technical authority for a missile portfolio. The role of the Manufacturing Systems Architect is a key role within MBDA, ensuring that the production systems are fit for today and battle ready for the future.

Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site, due to workload classification and team collaboration

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship .

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. (This role requires SC)

What we can offer you:

• Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 27% of base salary
• Car Allowance: £300 per calendar month
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
• Private Medical Insurance: Eligible employees are enrolled as standard into the company funded Private Medical Insurance benefit.

The opportunity:

The Manufacturing Systems Architect is responsible for ensuring the manufacturing system is technically capable for the current production requirements of the portfolio and managing all changes to ensure the future requirements are met.

• Responsible for leading Spiral Development activities at Project level from a manufacturing perspective ensuring business Units are involved and aware.
• Coordinate obsolescence from a manufacturing project perspective
• Responsible for leading Industrialisation aspects of Project Product Gate Reviews
• Responsible for leading and support Project lead Continuous Improvement initiatives to ensure the area of responsibility is continually developing to improve efficiency.
• Responsible for leading project rate increase requirements ensuring all production areas can deliver the rate requirements.
• Managing the Manufacturing CAPEX submissions/requirements and funding at a Project level.
• Coordinate the overall project preparation and proving of the Production System from initial validation to full certification of the production system, ensuring the smooth transition from Development in to Series Production at a technical level.
• Responsible for leading Project Risk identification and aversion strategies associated with technical definition and manufacturing methodologies.
• Responsible for developing, maintaining and controlling technical interfaces to customers, suppliers and collaborators to ensure effective and swift resolution of technical issues at a Project level.

What we’re looking for from you:

• An experienced professional with a proven technical background in engineering
• Experience with manufacturing systems, preferably within the defence sector
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. The ability to influence people externally, cross functionally, across the business and within a project environment
• Demonstrates the ability to be a credible authority on technical topics at Project and Domain level.
• Demonstrable experience in leading projects, such as Spiral Development and obsolescence removal activities
• Experience in problem-solving, risk management, and resolving challenging technical issues in a timely manner
• Experience with industrialisation processes
• Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Confidence and capability in making or influencing solutions at a senior level.
• Manufacturing experience that will allow you to manage stakeholders with a long-term, strategic vision.

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Engineering Project Coordinator to learn from our more experienced Project Managers and teams around you before taking on your own projects and developing into an Engineering Project Manager.

Salary: Up to £45,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Stevenage

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working - such as being onsite when necessary to work with people and collaborate, then working from home and around family commitments to be your most efficient. This role can be full time or part time: 4 or 5 days per week. We are flexible and accommodating. It would be beneficial to be on-site 1 or 2 days a week, depending on the project needs and working remotely other days.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity:

We are Electronics Engineering. We are growing, dedicated, and we work as a team to deliver our projects.

As an Engineering Project Coordinator (EPC) you’ll support the Engineering Project Management teams to deliver our projects to time, cost and quality.This will involve a mix of project delivery work, bid management and supply chain management.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to shadow our more experienced Engineering Project Managers, learn from them and the teams around you before taking on your own projects and developing into an Engineering Project Manager.

There are creative opportunities in MBDA, for example, to take part in outreach representing Electronics Engineering in your community and becoming in involved in women-in-engineering events.

What we’re looking for from you:

We’re looking for proactive, experienced and dynamic individuals with the ability to multi-task and work with people of diverse backgrounds; individuals with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence others to their way of thinking.

Candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• A technical degree (ideally in Electronics)
• Demonstrable exposure to / understanding of electronic engineering product development
• A solid track record of experience working within an engineering context
• A good grasp of project management fundamentals, basic Primavera P6 scheduling experience and the ability to manipulate data in Excel.

Most important for us is that you have the right attitude and a passion to develop - we can offer the training and support you need to enable you to broaden your skills and experience and take your first steps into a project manager role.

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

The Opportunity:

A world leader in Missiles and Missile Systems, MBDA is a multi-national group, employing 18,000 employees across Europe. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager to join our Customer Support & Services (CSS) team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and delivering ILS activities for future Domestic and Export customers across two of our in-service Missile Systems. The ILS Managers role is to influence the system design and to design a support solution in order to ensure our ability to provide effective through-life support to our products upon entry to service.

Salary:Up to £65,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days a week in the office

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship .

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to 21% (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of ILS strategies and plans in line with customer and contractual requirements embedded within the Project Design Authority
• Manage ILS activities across the full lifecycle, including concept, design, manufacture through to in service. The specific products for this role are in the manufacture phase, however as your career develops you would expect to move to different products in different phases of their life cycle.
• Developing a robust Through Life Support Policy
• Ensure compliance with relevant ASD S-Series standards as required, including (but not limited to):
  • S1000D (Technical Publications)
  • S2000M (Material Management)
  • S3000L (Logistics Support Analysis)
  • S4000P (Preventive Maintenance)
  • S5000F (In-Service Data Feedback)
  • DefStan 00-600
  • Current MoD ILS standards
• Oversee Logistics Support Analysis (LSA), maintenance task analysis, spares modelling and provisioning, support equipment development and design, training and technical documentation
• Act as the primary ILS point of contact for customers and key stakeholders
• Oversee delivery of the support equipment within the UK and internationally
• Support bid and proposal activities, including ILS costing and risk assessment
• Manage and mentor ILS practitioners within the programme or functional team
• Ensure ILS risks, assumptions and dependencies are identified and managed effectively

What we’re looking for from you:

• Proven experience in an ILS, Supportability or Through-Life Support role within the defence or aerospace sector
• A broad-based engineering background, preferably degree level qualified or equivalent in a technical discipline, ideally with substantial knowledge and experience of Weapon System development or support.
• Strong working knowledge of ASD S-Series ILS standards and their practical application
• Experience working with UK MOD customers and defence primes (desirable)
• Ability to influence multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders across an international environment
• Experience supporting bids and proposals
• Prioritisation and ability to deal with multiple, sometimes conflicting, issues on a regular basis
• Ability to lead a team, carry out strategic planning of work, and ensuring commitments are always met
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders across the enterprise

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

An exciting opportunity for a passionate SOC Shift Lead to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to protecting our critical systems and ensuring the integrity and security of our network infrastructure.

Salary: Circa £70,000, depending on experience+ Shift Premium
Location: Stevenage

Shift pattern: This role is on prem only. Shifts consisting of days (including early shift) and nights (including evening shift), with two working weekends per month and rest days, within an agreed team rota

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

This role will require SC Clearance and applicants will be required to undergo DV clearance if they do not already possess it. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) and a Security Check (SC) clearance, which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity:

An opportunity has arisen within the Cyber Security Operation Centre (SOC) to establish a new pivotal role that ensures operational excellence and team continuity across a 24x7 defence environment. The SOC Shift Lead will provide quality assurance & continuity working across three rotating teams of Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts, providing live operational oversight, procedural assurance, and ongoing mentorship.

This role ensures each analyst team is aligned with evolving cyber threat detection standards, works in sync with response and intelligence functions, and delivers consistent high-quality casework across shifts. This is a senior operational role that builds upon the responsibilities of a senior SOC Analyst, introducing additional duties in mentoring, knowledge dissemination, quality control, and SOC capability uplift.

If you are looking to leverage your technical skills in a values led company that values innovation and diversity, this is the place to make an impact.

In addition to Senior SOC Analyst responsibilities (alert triage, threat detection, ticket response, and tooling operation), the SOC Shift Lead will provide:

Shift Continuity & QA

Operational assurance and standard enforcement across all active shifts. Review, assess, and QA analyst triage, case notes, and escalations. Ensure seamless shift handovers by maintaining clear communication protocols and supporting consistent documentation.

Mentorship & Analyst Development

Act as mentor for less experienced analysts, delivering just-in-time support and real-time knowledge sharing. Identify capability gaps within the shift team and report training needs to SOC management. Facilitate awareness of the latest threats, detection guidance, and tooling updates through briefings or job aids.

Escalation & Communication Interface

Serve as the first point of contact for non-critical escalations and queries within the shift team. Liaise with SOC Manager, CTI, and IR leads to clarify or communicate updated response requirements. Contribute to and support the alignment of ongoing SOC initiatives, project deliverables, and best practice dissemination.

Feedback & Continuous Improvement

Log procedural or workflow issues observed during shifts and propose improvements. Recommend updates to SOPs and playbooks based on frontline observations. Capture metrics on alert handling efficiency, response delays, and knowledge pain points

The MBDA SOC Shift Lead reports to the SOC Manager. The MBDA SOC Shift Lead conducts a range of analysis and assists the incident response team with investigations that need to be escalated to an embedded MBDA member of staff.

What we’re looking for from you:

• A career background in Cyber Security. Security awareness and experience in all areas of IT, primarily Network Security, Infrastructure and the secondary area being Operating Systems & Applications.
• Ability to lead by example, enforce standards diplomatically, and foster a high-performing team culture.
• Prior experience in mentoring, peer coaching, or quality assurance within a SOC environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for coordination, escalation, and documentation purposes.
• Demonstrable understanding of the OSI Reference Model and the network communication protocols, including but not limited to DNS, HTTP/S, SSL, SMTP, FTP/S, LDAP/S.
• Demonstrable experience with Security Information Event Monitoring Tools and/or Network Packet Capture tools.

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

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Systems Engineer - Maritime
Location: Farnborough, UK
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Clearance: UK Citizen, eligible for SC (BPSS to start)

Key Responsibilities:

• Integrate and implement the hardware and systems architecture of maritime combat systems.
• Define, verify, and manage system requirements; oversee acceptance testing and trials.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, engineering teams, and suppliers to deliver operational capability.
• Ensure compliance with defence standards, safety, and security requirements.
• Conduct design reviews, trade studies, and performance assessments.

Experience / Skills:

• Proven experience in maritime or naval combat systems integration.
• Hardware-focused systems engineering experience, ideally in a technical/design authority role.
• Strong understanding of platform lifecycle, system architectures, and integration frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills.

Job Title: Data Migration Lead

Max Supplier Charge Rate: 750 - 775 per day inside ir35

Location: Reading (4 days per week on site/1 day remote)

SC and DV security clearance is required for this role

Job Description:

I am looking for a Data Migration Lead for a Greenfield project, legacy to SAP S/4HANA using Data Services & Migration Cockpit for a client of mine who are an IT consultancy and digital transformation organisation operating within the UK defence and central government space.

Responsibilities:

• Managing a development team, planning, defect resolution, ability to communicate about data and SAP to all levels of understanding.
• Whilst the role is a lead and not a developer, they must be able to mentor the team and suggest solutions based on development experience, plus help out if needed.
• Work closely with SAP functional teams and business data stewards advising them on data cleansing and data analysis issues.

Experience:

• Previous experience and deep understanding of the data migration life cycle and full project lifecycle.
• Running data workshops,
• Preparing and reviewing technical documentation,
• Analysing source datasets.

If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to submit your CV.

Senior CCS Engineer (Control, Command & Signalling)

London (commutable from Croydon, Watford, Luton, Reading)

Hybrid - 3 days per week in office

£75,000 - £83,000 DOE + upto 12% Employer Contribution, 33 days holiday + Progression

Full time / Permanent

Are you an experienced Control, Command and Signalling Engineer with a strong background in Traffic Management or signalling control systems, looking for a role where you can help shape how a new railway will be operated?

This is an opportunity to work on a nationally significant rail programme that is developing a new generation of digital control systems rather than simply installing existing technology. You will be involved at the stage where operational needs are translated into system behaviour, helping to define how trains will be managed, regulated and controlled in real time.

The organisation sits at the centre of the UK’s long term rail investment strategy, delivering systems that will influence railway operations for decades. It is recognised for working at the forefront of European rail technology, combining ETCS, automation and integrated Traffic Management into a single modern CCS platform.

In this role you will focus on the Traffic Management and control layer, acting as a technical authority between end users, designers and suppliers. You will support the development of requirements, assess whether proposed solutions will work in real operational conditions, and provide technical assurance through design, verification and testing.

This position would suit a Senior CCS Engineer with experience of signalling control or Traffic Management systems who enjoys early-stage system development, stakeholder engagement and applying engineering judgement to complex, safety critical challenges.

The Role

Lead CCS engineering activities with a focus on Traffic Management and control systems Translate operational and control room needs into technical requirements and system behaviour Provide technical assurance of design, verification and testing deliverables Manage technical risk and interfaces with wider rail systems and external stakeholders Communicate complex CCS concepts clearly to both technical and non technical audiences

The Person

Experience in Control, Command and Signalling or Traffic Management systems within rail or a similar safety critical environment Strong understanding of system development, integration and assurance of control or signalling systems Knowledge of safety processes including the Common Safety Method for risk evaluation and assessment Chartered Engineer or working towards, or equivalent professional experience Confident communicator with the ability to balance technical rigour with operational needs

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

South London September 2026 or Earlier Permanent, Full timeA high achieving, academically focused secondary school in South London is seeking an exceptional Head of Computer Science to lead our successful department from September 2026 or earlier for the right candidate. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and knowledgeable Computer Science specialist to take on a leadership role within a school that values academic rigour, subject expertise and a culture of professional excellence.About the SchoolWe are a well regarded secondary school with a strong record of academic success and a staff body with strong academic backgrounds and a shared commitment to high standards. Our culture is collaborative, aspirational and rooted in a shared commitment to securing the highest outcomes for students. Computer Science is a growing and increasingly popular subject within the school, delivered by a team of enthusiastic, knowledgeable teachers. The department benefits from modern facilities, strong student uptake and leadership support for further curriculum development.The RoleAs Head of Computer Science, you will:-Provide strategic leadership and day to day management of the Computer Science department-Lead on curriculum planning, assessment and the continued development of high quality teaching-Support and develop colleagues within the department through coaching, mentoring and shared practice-Drive high expectations for behaviour, academic performance and independent learning-Contribute to whole school initiatives and play an active role in the wider school community-Ensure Computer Science continues to thrive as an academic and aspirational subject choiceThis role would suit an experienced Computer Science Teacher ready to take the next step, or an existing Head of Department seeking a new challenge in a high performing school.What We Offer-A high achieving, well resourced learning environment-Strong professional development pathways, including middle leadership training-A collaborative staff culture that values subject expertise and academic ambition-A supportive senior leadership team with a focus on staff wellbeing-Opportunities to shape curriculum development across Key Stages 3-5-Competitive salary on the Inner London Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale + TLRWhat We’re Looking ForWe are seeking a leader who:-Is an expert classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge-Has experience delivering Computer Science at Key Stage 4 (Key Stage 5 desirable)-Is able to inspire, motivate and lead a department to achieve exceptional outcomes-Is organised, reflective and committed to ongoing improvement-Has the ability to engage and challenge students of all abilities-Holds QTS and has the right to work in the UKRecruitment ProcessThis vacancy is being managed in partnership with Hays Education. Their Permanent Eduction Team will support you through the application process and arrange visits to the school if required.To express interest, please email with your CV or details of your availability.You can also click “I am interested/apply now”, or call and ask for the Secondary team.

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Location: Remote / LondonRate: £Market Rate (Inside IR35)Duration: 6 monthsIndustry: Defence / Advanced EngineeringA leading organisation within the Defence and advanced engineering sector is looking for an experienced SAP PEO Solution Architect to provide strategic guidance and technical leadership across a complex manufacturing transformation programme. This role requires an expert who can shape solution direction, define technical requirements, and ensure seamless integration across PLM, ERP and shopfloor systems.What you’ll be doing

• Acting as the strategic advisor for SAP PEO within a highly complex engineering and manufacturing environment.
• Leading technical solution requirement definition, ensuring alignment with business and programme objectives.
• Designing end-to-end technical solution architecture across SAP PEO, S/4HANA and integrated systems.
• Providing hands-on leadership in solution configuration and development, operating as both technical lead and contributing team member.
• Driving integration across PLM (Teamcenter / PLMSi), ERP and shopfloor systems, ensuring robust data and process flows.
• Supporting PLM SI activities and ensuring architectural coherence across the digital thread.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience as an SAP Solution Architect, ideally within Defence or similarly regulated environments.
• Active SC Clearance is essential.
• Deep expertise in SAP PEO and its application within advanced manufacturing.
• Strong background in SAP S/4HANA architecture and PLM integration (Teamcenter / PLMSi).
• Ability to operate at a strategic advisory level, not just technical delivery.

Nice to have

• Ability to attend the London office when required.
• Experience within engineering or manufacturing-led organisations.

If you’re an SAP PEO specialist with the ability to shape complex technical landscapes and influence senior stakeholders, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Site Technician (Digital Surveying)

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Site Technician (Digital Surveying) to join our well-established client based in Blackpool on a full-time permanent basis.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Site Technician (Digital Surveying) to join a growing technical business, offering full training, excellent long-term career development, and the chance to work on a variety of sites across the UK.

This Site Technician (Digital Surveying) role is hands-on and site-based and would suit someone with experience in a field-based or technical environment who is looking to build a long-term career in digital surveying and BIM.

Benefits

• Full training provided in digital surveying and scanning technology• Long-term career development within a growing technical business• Modern working environment• Supportive and collaborative team• Company pension scheme• Opportunity to work on a variety of sites across the UK

Day-to-Day Duties

As a Site Technician (Digital Surveying), your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Attending sites to capture building and spatial data using specialist scanning equipment• Assisting with the deployment and maintenance of environmental sensors• Uploading and processing captured data• Supporting point-cloud registration and quality checks• Preparing data for handover to the BIM and modelling team• Following all health & safety, GDPR, and company procedures• Liaising with site staff and internal teams• Maintaining equipment and reporting any faults

Essential Skills

To be successful as a Site Technician (Digital Surveying), you will need:

• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle• Experience in a site-based, technical, or field role (or strong interest in this type of work)• Good IT skills and confidence using computer systems• Strong attention to detail and an organised approach• A practical, hands-on mindset• Willingness to travel regularly to sites

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to construction, surveying, or engineering environments• Basic understanding of CAD, BIM, or technical drawings• Experience working with tools, equipment, or technical systems

Training Provided

• Full training provided• Ongoing development and progression support

Apply

If you are ready to take on this opportunity as a Site Technician (Digital Surveying), apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.

Hybrid based in Steveage

Are you an Embedded Digital Design Engineer with a passion for leadership and cutting-edge technology? Do you enjoy guiding talented engineers, driving innovation, and delivering complex systems that really matter? This is a rare opportunity to step into a technical leadership role where you’ll shape the development of advanced embedded digital systems while building and inspiring a high-performing engineering team.

The Opportunity

As Embedded Design Team Lead, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day leadership of a skilled team of engineers working on some of the most exciting and technically challenging embedded systems in defence. You’ll play a key role in:

• Leading, coaching and developing engineers
• Planning workloads, bids and delivery commitments
• Driving continuous improvement and modern engineering practices
• Owning and overseeing technical work packages from concept through to delivery

This role blends people leadership, technical authority and project management, making it ideal for someone who enjoys staying close to the engineering while shaping direction and outcomes. The portfolio includes:

• Advanced DSP systems (image processing, software-defined radios)
• Complex SoC-based embedded platforms
• Safety- and security-critical systems
• Latest embedded technologies from leading vendors (e.g. Xilinx, Intel, TI, Analog Devices)

You’ll be part of a highly regarded, multi-disciplinary engineering environment that values collaboration, excellence and innovation.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven team leadership or line management experience
• Background in Digital Hardware Design, FPGA/Firmware, or Embedded Software
• Strong understanding of embedded system architecture and partitioning (software vs FPGA)
• Experience integrating and testing embedded systems on hardware platforms
• Confident communicator who can motivate, influence and inspire
• Delivery-focused mindset with experience in planning, budgeting or project leadership
• A natural driver of innovation, improvement and engineering best practice

What’s On OfferAnnual company performance bonus

• Competitive pension contributions (up to 14% combined)
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Up to 15 additional flexi-leave days
• Enhanced parental, neonatal and fertility-related leave
• Excellent on-site facilities, including subsidised meals and free parking
• Strong commitment to training, upskilling and long-term career development

Security & Eligibility Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be British citizens (or dual nationals with British citizenship).Successful candidates will be required to undergo BPSS security clearance.

Why Join?

Engineering sits at the heart of everything we do. This role offers the chance to grow as a leader, deepen your technical expertise, and contribute to systems that protect freedom, sovereignty and national security. If you’re ready to lead, influence and make a real impact - we’d love to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Control Systems Engineer to be based full time onsite at Warrington or Cumbria.

This is a contract role inside IR35 at the market rates.

Candidates can start with BPSS security clearance whilst higher level clearance is being undertaken. You should be British Citizens and passport holders and not have worked outside the UK during the past 5 years.

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are looking for an experienced Lead Control Systems Engineer to take technical leadership of control systems design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and ongoing support across multidisciplinary projects. You will be the technical authority for control systems engineering, ensuring robust, compliant, and high-quality solutions, and driving engineering excellence across the project lifecycle.

This is a hands-on leadership role with strategic influence - ideal for engineers who want to shape architecture, mentor others, and make high-impact decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Leadership & Design Authority

Lead the development of control systems architecture, high-level and detailed design, and technical standards.

Act as the technical authority for control systems, owning approvals and design decisions.

Drive the selection and integration of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, communication protocols, safety systems and related automation technologies.

Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety, and regulatory requirements.

PROJECT DELIVERY:

Lead control systems engineering activities throughout the full project lifecycle - from concept and requirements capture to testing, commissioning and handover.

Provide robust control logic design, software development oversight, and verification/validation.

Collaborate closely with project management to ensure quality, schedule, risk, and cost targets are met.

Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to resolve technical interfaces and issues.

TEAM LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of control systems engineers, coach on best practices.

Assign tasks, oversee workload distribution, and review deliverable documentation.

Lead and actively participate in the configuration, programming, and testing of PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems.

Promote continuous improvement of tools, processes, and standards.

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT:

Act as the primary technical liaison with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders for control systems.

Represent control systems discipline in design reviews, technical proposals, and client meetings.

DOCUMENTATION & ASSURANCE:

Drive quality and consistency in deliverables including functional design specifications, software and hardware design documentation, test procedures, commissioning reports, and O&M documentation.

Oversee and approve verification and validation testing including internal testing (FAT), customer witness testing (CAT) and site acceptance / commissioning activities.

ESSENTIAL:

Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Control Systems, Automation) or equivalent experience.

Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in control systems engineering in a technical lead or Senior Engineer role.

Expertise with PLC/HMI/SCADA design, programming, and implementation.

Demonstrable experience in configuring and utilising simulation tools to support system testing, validation and verification activities.

Proficient in producing high?quality technical documentation with clarity, accuracy, and consistency.

Proven track record leading medium to large control system projects from design through commissioning.

Excellent stakeholder communication and collaboration skills.

Demonstrable experience mentoring and leading engineering teams.

Strong problem-solving, documentation, and risk management skills.

Knowledge of safety and compliance standards (eg IEC, ISO, industry-specific).

DESIRABLE:

Experience with multiple control platforms (e.g. Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider).

Experience in regulated or complex technical environments (e.g., Energy, Nuclear etc).

Knowledge of Sellafield Engineering Standards.

Knowledge of functional safety and cybersecurity standards.

Professional registration (CEng, IEng) or equivalent.

Wolverhampton (Hybrid)

Permanent position

Aerospace/Defence

The Role - Senior Systems Engineer

This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished Senior level Systems Engineer to join a prominent aerospace engineering business.

You will be working on the full product life cycle utilising your high-level knowledge around mechanical engineering and theoretical engineering science.

You’ll be performing high level analysis and modelling to meet and prove product performance at all stages of the development process.

Duties - Senior Systems Engineer

• Interpret and manage customer technical requirements for product specifications.
• Size and select actuators to meet performance requirements.
• Using hydraulic and mechanical principles for analysis.
• Perform detailed analysis and modelling of system performance, including simulation techniques.
• Define and oversee compliance activities, including validation and verification plans.
• Lead technical investigations into product issues.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with teams across design, stress, safety, and materials engineering.
• Support the full product life cycle, from requirements stage to entry into service.

Background - Senior Systems Engineer

• Minimum: Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Outstanding scientific engineering theory knowledge.
• Strong understanding of hydraulics and mechanical equipment performance analysis.
• Strong experience in modelling and simulation (MatLab, Mathcad).
• Ability to work across the full product life cycle.
• Clear communication and report-writing skills.

Omega

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

Candidates who are currently a Systems Engineer, Performance Engineer, Safety Systems Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Verification Engineer, Validation Engineer, Product Engineer or similar background would be considered.

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Job title: Principal Software Engineer
Location: Oxford - Hybrid
Salary: up to 75,000
Job Type: Permanent
Organisation Overview
Our Client operates within the high-tech instrumentation sector, specialising in advanced measurement solutions for scientific and industrial applications. Recognised for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence, Our Client fosters a collaborative and growth-oriented environment that values creativity, technical expertise, and continuous learning. They are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge products that drive scientific discovery and industry advancements. Working here provides opportunities to be at the forefront of scientific innovation, supported by a culture that encourages professional development and teamwork.
Role Summary
Due to ongoing growth and strategic development initiatives, Our Client is seeking an experienced Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of sophisticated software applications and drivers for its range of specialised products. This pivotal role is fundamental to enabling the organisation to meet its ambitious technical goals and to maintain its reputation for precision and reliability. The position offers the chance to influence project outcomes significantly, drive technical excellence, and support innovative measurement solutions on a global scale.
Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and enhancement of high-quality software features within agile project teams, ensuring delivery aligns with project timelines and specifications.
• Assume ownership of technical solutions across designated projects, including participating in design reviews and architectural decisions.
• Develop comprehensive project documentation to facilitate ongoing maintenance and future development efforts by teams and internal partners.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the software team, sharing expertise and guiding best practices.
• Offer technical support during all phases of product lifecycle, from initial installation to ongoing operation.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across departments to develop integrated and innovative technological solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement by recommending new tools, techniques, and processes to enhance product quality and development efficiency.
• Maintain a strong understanding of emerging trends, tools, and techniques within the software engineering and scientific domains.
• Contribute to personal and organisational growth by engaging in ongoing learning, understanding customer needs, and proposing new features to boost product performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, taking personal responsibility for a safe working environment.
• Undertake additional tasks as required to support Our Client’s strategic objectives.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Software Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related scientific discipline.
• Extensive experience with software development in C++, including control systems and complex application design.
• Proficiency with network and communication protocols.
• Familiarity with development tools such as CMake, GIT or similar source control, bug tracking systems, and debugging tools.
• Knowledge of Python programming and distributed system concepts.
• Experience working with database interactions and SQL
• Proven track record in delivering high-quality software solutions in a scientific or industrial setting.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
• Awareness of project management methodologies.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience with measurement data analysis in physical sciences.
• Knowledge of laboratory or industrial control systems.
• Familiarity with cultural responsiveness and global collaboration.
• Experience in innovation-driven environments and customer-focused project delivery.

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented software engineer with the expertise to lead critical projects and deliver high impact solutions, we invite you to submit your CV for consideration. Join Our Client’s team and be part of pioneering scientific advancements that push the boundaries of knowledge.