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Combat Systems Consultant
BAE Systems
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
£76,200
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Combat Systems Consultant

Location: Portsmouth, Portsdown Technology Park or Frimley, we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Up to £76,200 dependent on skills and experiences plus executive package

What you’ll be doing:

  • Supporting MarLabs analysis tasks, identifying and scoping aspects of the technical support required to deliver the task, and supporting inter and intra-business discussions to facilitate this
  • Providing Combat Systems expertise in support of the MarLabs Operational Analysis ensuring the analysis has the best (within reason and classification) representation and understanding of the performance and capabilities of the differing Combat System equipment
  • Using personal experience to provide technical insights with regard to current and near-future capabilities in sense, decide and effect, specifically with any emphasis on real-world limitations and constraints, especially in the Maritime environment
  • Supporting MarLabs modelling and wargaming activities at all levels, providing Combat Systems engineering subject matter expertise where appropriate
  • Providing insight into typical combat platform operations and the application of various sense, decide and effect capabilities within this context
  • Conduct targeted research to support MarLabs Operational Analysis, including enabling value-add engagement with academia and industry, addressing Maritime & Land sector knowledge gaps, and developing long-term (20–25 year) technology roadmaps to inform future capability evolution

Your skills and experiences:

  • Degree-qualified (or equivalent) with relevant professional experience in engineering, defence, or combat systems
  • Deep expertise in combat systems
  • Robust engineering background underpinning the analysis, development, and integration of complex defence systems
  • Ability to challenge established norms, draw on specialist networks, and apply innovative, inclusive thinking to problem-solving and solution development
  • Strong experience engaging senior stakeholders, particularly customers, with a proven ability to build trusted, mutually beneficial relationships

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The MarLabs Team:

MarLabs is the future facing Operational Analysis team supporting BAE Systems Maritime and Land business. The small team of analysts are focused on informing business strategy, campaigns and future product development, seeking to understand the customers challenges, inform the business response, be this in regard to short-term opportunities, or longer-term strategic positioning.

The MarLabs Combat Systems Consultant is a thought leader in maritime and land combat technologies, providing deep expertise in above- and below-water systems and their enabling infrastructure. Reporting to the Lead Technologist, you will shape future battlespace capabilities, support operational analysis, drive sector growth, and build strategic relationships across BAE Systems, academia, and industry to deliver tangible business impact.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 19th March 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Senior Software Engineer
JAM Recruitment Ltd
Portsmouth
In office
Senior
£68/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Broad Oak Based

£68.55 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35

12 Month Contract initially.

This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK’s leading Defence organisations based In Broad Oak.

Typical duties include (but are not limited to):

  • Design and development of embedded software entities, from specification through to release into service
  • Support to electronic circuit designers for computing architecture aspects
  • Architecture design and coding of complex software problems including, but not limited to, digital signal processing, TCP/IP, data recording solutions
  • Translation of requirements into design detail
  • Undertake design review activities at various levels
  • Support other software engineers as appropriate
  • Specification of bespoke procured items (e.g. procured IP)
  • Verification of components and sub-systems using a combination of simulation, analysis, test, and assurance techniques
  • Maintenance of existing designs and implementation of technology insertion programmes
  • Able to follow the engineering lifecycle and contribute to progress and design reviews
  • Support system integration activities

Knowledge:

  • Extensive experience in low-level software design and implementation in C / C++
  • Sound understanding of one or more microprocessor architectures
  • Experience of complex system integration, both hardware and software (Desirable)
  • Knowledge of memory types and interfacing with processors and FPGAs.
    Skills:
  • Experience in, or a good understanding of, some or all of the following areas would be advantageous:
  • Implementation of digital signal processing algorithms
  • Real-time DSP software
  • ADCs and DACs
  • Experience in the Unified Modelling Language (UML)
  • Previous experience of operating in a defence or high safety integrity environment

Qualifications:

  • Degree, or equivalent experience, in Electronic Engineering
  • CEng or equivalent level of capability, or working towards CEng status

For more information please click apply or contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment

System Integration Lead
Leidos
Fareham
Fully remote
Senior
£61,500 - £78,800
RECENTLY POSTED

Description

Systems Integration Lead

Location: Whiteley Hampshire, with flexibility to work from home dependent on business demands

The Role:

We currently have a vacancy for a Delivery Area Test Engineer Lead working on a flagship programme in the UK. The role will include responsibility for Planning, Development and Maintenance of test scripts and Test Reporting using both industry standard Manual and Automation test suites and custom developed frameworks. The testing process will follow a hybrid Waterfall and Agile development and release process that supports critical customer mission goals around National Security using manual and automated testing techniques and tools.

Responsible for conducting analysis of requirements and designs, and from this developing a risk-based test approach to provide test assurance in support of our change pipeline. Duties may include providing research and assistance with implementation of community policies and guidance.  Employees may also support business process improvements or systems analysis for missions, systems, and fiscal requirements

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work independently and as part of a team.

What will I be doing?

  • Work independently, or with a team of software and systems engineers; must be knowledgeable in industry-standard testing tools and methodologies.
  • Responsible for the creation of test plans, procedures and reports detailing the test process and infrastructure to appropriately assess that products/deliverables meet defined requirements.
  • Responsible for briefing the customer on any Test reviews – TRR / TER and DRBs.
  • Establish the test approach and defect tracking workflow for multiple change projects.
  • Contribute to the scrum teams, participate in daily scrums, and be proactive on work tasks and obstacle resolution.
  • Must be a dynamic, innovative, self-starting problem solver that can operate with minimal supervision.

What does Leidos need from me?

  • Excellent understanding of the Testing Lifecycle and the different types of testing such as Functional and Integration Testing.
  • Demonstrable Systems Integration experience including integrating 3rd party systems or components.
  • Able to understand existing Test Process and identify improvements and efficiencies.
  • Experience of creating Test Cases based on requirements and design documents.
  • Experience of Test Leading, Coordination, Planning, Reporting and Test Control.
  • Knowledge or experience with software testing frameworks (e.g. Katalon Studio, Selenium, SoapUI, Junit, DART, or similar).
  • Knowledge or experience Agile workload management and bug tracking (e.g. Jira, BitBucket, or similar).
  • Experience working in a regulated environment testing.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills – ability to communicate with technical and non-technical team members.
  • Self-motivated and willing to speak to colleagues to find out missing information.

It would be desirable if you had experience in any of the following:

  • Working with large-scale and complex integration programmes.
  • Performance testing and measurement of integrated systems.
  • Organizing/supporting user acceptance testing (UAT) prior to Production deployment.
  • Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery tools.
  • Negative testing concepts and risk assessment reporting.

Clearance Requirements: Must be willing to obtain and hold UK Security Clearance and have been a resident in the UK for at least 5 years

What we do for you:
At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.

We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:

  • Contributory Pension Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
  • Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
  • Flexi-TIme

Commitment to Diversity:

We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture.  We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone.  If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.

Who We Are:

Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.

Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.

What Makes Us Different:

Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world.  You can inspire change.

Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team.  We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years.  Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours.

People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future.

If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

£61,500.00-£78,800.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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Chief Engineer
Leidos
Fareham
Fully remote
Senior - Leader
£98,800 - £131,700
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Description

Chief Engineer

An experienced Chief Engineer is required who leads and/or manages works of other technical staff that has significant impact on the portfolio’s results/outputs predominately fills this role.

With a focus on delivery and operation, the Chief Engineer contributes to the development of solutions that influence strategic project/programme goals and business results. They have thorough understanding of advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts, they recommend and collaborate in the development of new technical solutions and/or standards in support of strategy and operations.

We expect a great deal from our senior engineers with no two days being the same. The successful candidate will be a natural self-starter and team motivator who will guide the technical team to deliver upon Leidos commitments. They are a leader and champion in technical delivery with the experience to back up their decisions and actions, preferably hands on at a high level. You will work with field leading subject matter experts who will provide detailed designs and with supporting functions within the division such as programme management, business, financial and senior leadership.

Core skills and behaviours:

  • Drives the team towards delivery by shaping and encouraging the team to achieve outcomes

  • Significant experience in delivery of complex technical deliverables, preferably in Air Traffic Management using a diverse engineering and technology team

  • Significant experience in breaking down technical deliveries into manageable and trackable parts.

  • Experience in lifecycle methodologies, technical governance and technical solutions.

  • Experience of technical business analysis or systems engineering, including requirements management and Model-Based Systems Engineering.

  • Experience of large-scale integrations, service orientated architecture and key technologies.

  • Keen technical advocate and self-learner up to date with the latest technology and innovations; encourages and inspires those around them.

  • Proven experience leading complex, multi‑disciplinary engineering programmes with significant technical and business impact

  • Authority in Concept of Operations (ConOps) development, shaping solutions from early concept through delivery and operation

  • Strong background in systems engineering, including requirements analysis, requirements management, and technical assurance

  • Experience providing technical leadership and governance, guiding engineering teams and influencing senior stakeholders

  • Demonstrable expertise in systems integration and systems architecture, including large‑scale or safety‑critical environments

  • Ability to decompose complex technical problems into manageable, measurable delivery plans

  • Experience across the full engineering lifecycle, including lifecycle cost analysis, performance analysis, and trade studies

  • Advanced capability in modelling, simulation, and evidence‑based technical decision‑making

  • Strong understanding of data and information architectures and their role in system performance and delivery

  • Ownership of configuration management, risk management, and technical compliance

  • Excellent stakeholder management, with the credibility to challenge, influence, and advise at senior levels

  • A recognised technical authority who mentors engineers and sets the standard for technical excellence

  • Tools & Professional Practice

  • Microsoft Office suite, with advanced use of Excel for analysis and reporting

  • Microsoft Visio for system, architecture, and process modelling

At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)

-Flexi-Time working

Commitment to Diversity:

We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.

Who We Are:

Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.

Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.

What Makes Us Different:

Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change.

Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours.

People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future.

If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

£98,800.00-£131,700.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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HVAC Engineer
Bennett and Game
Multiple locations
In office
Junior - Mid
£40,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Position: HVAC Engineer

Location: Yorkshire

Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 DOE

HVAC Engineer - Job Overview

HVAC Engineer required in Yorkshire for our client, a leading HVAC company that has 6 regional offices and has been expanding since it formed over 20 years ago. They offer their customers a complete turnkey solution for the installation, service, maintenance, fault finding and repair on a range of HVAC equipment.

Their client base consists of long-standing client relationships with clients such as David Lloyd Leisure, Vue Cinemas, Cineworld, Tate & Lyle, Radisson Hotels, Hilton, Malmaison & more.

HVAC Engineer - Salary & Benefits

  • Basic Salary up to £42,000 DOE
  • Company Van - Optional Personal Use of the vehicle
  • Profit share scheme applicable after 12 months’ service - Up to £3,600 tax free
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x
  • 40 hour working week, travel paid after 30 mins each way
  • On call allowance (1 in 4/5, £1,200 guaranteed - if called out Travel Paid door to door)
  • Pension
  • 22 days’ holidays plus bank holidays this will increase to 25 days after 5 years and 30 days after 10 years.
  • Company uniform, phone & PDA

HVAC Engineer - Job Requirements

  • Apprenticeship served within the air conditioning industry (Not Essential)
  • Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ Air Conditioning and Refrigeration or equivalent
  • 2079 Safe Handling of Refrigerants (F-Gas)
  • Full Driving Licence
  • Experienced with service, maintenance, fault finding and repair
  • Live within a commutable distance of Leeds

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Systems Engineer
Defence
Fareham
In office
Junior - Mid
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Systems Engineer - Defence Technology

Location: South of England, Hampshire (exact location shared at screening stage)
Working Pattern: Fully On-Site, 37 hours per week
Security Requirement: Sole UK Nationals Only - must be eligible for high-level national security vetting

Be Part of the Future of Defence Engineering

Are you excited by complex technical challenges? Do you want to work with cutting-edge technology that plays a critical role in protecting lives and supporting national security?

We are looking for a Systems Engineer to join a specialist engineering team working across airborne and acoustic defence systems. This is an opportunity to work in a highly innovative environment, designing and developing advanced solutions that make a real-world impact.

The Role

As a Systems Engineer, you will contribute to a range of research, development, test and evaluation activities across multi-disciplinary science and engineering projects. You’ll support the development of airborne anti-submarine warfare systems, working closely with technical teams and customers to deliver high-integrity, mission-critical capability.

Day-to-day, you’ll be part of a collaborative engineering team designing, testing and refining complex systems that push the boundaries of innovation.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Applying systems or software engineering lifecycle principles to challenging defence problems
  • Using rapid-prototyping to influence and validate system design
  • Collaborating with a dynamic engineering team while taking ownership of individual tasks
  • Supporting delivery of acoustic systems requiring sensor and aircraft simulation using high-fidelity test signals
  • Contributing hands-on technical expertise to deliver advanced, mission-winning solutions

Essential Experience

  • Understanding of the Systems and/or Software Engineering lifecycle
  • Previous experience working within a Systems Engineering environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team

Essential Qualifications

  • Degree in Physics, Maths, Oceanography, Electronics, or a relevant engineering discipline
    (Candidates with equivalent technical experience are also encouraged to apply.)

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates with diverse technical backgrounds. If you bring curiosity, drive and strong engineering capability, we’d love to hear from you.

Important: Due to the nature of the work, only sole UK nationals can be considered.

What’s on Offer

  • Matched-contribution pension scheme with life assurance
  • Generous annual leave with the option to buy additional days
  • Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental cover options
  • Employee discounts on travel, insurance, restaurants, entertainment and more
  • Opportunities to volunteer and support local community initiatives
  • A collaborative, supportive environment with clear career development pathways
Systems Engineer
AIRBUS Defence and Space
Waterlooville
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Job Description:

SECURITY CLEARANCE: *Eligibility to gain UK SC Security ClearanceLOCATION: *Portsmouth (60% of your working week must be office based)*TYPE: *Full time.*TRAVEL:* Occasional UK travel

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

* Financial Reward: *Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL

* Personal Development: *Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities Health & Wellbeing: *Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop Family and Caregiving: *Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave *Inclusive Environment: *Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight* ( #ZEROe ) *to * cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose *. So what’s your next change?*About the role…This is genuinely a role that doesn’t arise often. *Due to market growth we are looking for a Systems Engineer to collaborate with and support the R&D team, creating new futuristic RF technologies and improving existing technology. This group has a start-up feel within the Airbus world. You will be bridging the gap between clients and Engineers (hardware, software, signal processing, and end applications). Treading the fine line of bringing clever ideas and dreams into reality whilst keeping the fast-paced projects on track and the team grounded.

There will be very fluid dynamic projects, hard and fast deadlines and the ability to contribute to the ever changing global situation. You’ll play a key role in developing and deploying SDR solutions, from requirements gathering to final delivery. Focusing on systems-level thinking, integration, RF chain performance, and real-time communication protocols, collaborating with cross-functional teams to build resilient, flexible, and mission-critical systems.*How you will contribute to the team… Liaise with Domain Experts and Customers to define user requirements, enabling the management and maintenance of system architecture and system models relating to SDR-based platforms.

* Integrate and validate RF front-ends, FPGAs, and real-time software stacks.

* Conduct performance analysis and trade studies for modulation, coding, and protocol layers.

* Support waveform development and integration across multiple SDR platforms

* Lead system-level troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and optimization.

* Stay current with advances in SDR frameworks (GNU Radio, REDHAWK, etc.) and industry standards.

* About you… Strong understanding of RF or SATCOM systems, signal processing, and digital communications theory.

* Hands-on experience with SDR platforms

* Proficient in scripting and programming (Python, C++, or embedded C).

* Experience with system-level requirements, integration, and validation.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

How can we support you…

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

*Company:*
AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type:
Permanent

Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Computing&Comm and Info& Data Processing

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Electronics Engineer - Analogue/Digital
Verso Recruitment
Southampton
In office
Junior - Mid
£45,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title: Electronic Design Engineer - Analogue/Digital
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 basic + bonus + benefits

My client designs and manufactures complex electronic products and systems that are used all over the world.

They are looking for an Electronic Design Engineer – Analogue/Digital to join their rapidly expanding R&D team. You do not have to be hugely experienced for this role, but you must have some commercial experience in electronic design.

Responsibilities / Skills / Experience - Electronic Design Engineer – Analogue/Digital:

  • Commercial experience working on design projects.
  • Broad skill set with the ability to design analogue and digital circuits.
  • Experience in testing circuits and prototypes.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.

This is a great opportunity to join a highly successful, expanding business with lots of exciting projects happening in 2026.

If you have any specific questions about this Electronic Design Engineer – Analogue/Digital opportunity in Southampton, please contact David on 01582 350052. To apply email

Field Service Engineer
Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd
Southampton
In office
Junior - Mid
£32,000 - £34,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Salisbury
£32,000 - £34,000 Basic + Overtime (OTE £40,000) + Van (Personal Use) + Medical + Gym + Premier Inn Card + 25 Days Holiday + Birthday Off + Pension + Stability + Immediate Start

Are you a Field Service Engineer who wants a rewarding role? Do you want to join a well-established company that genuinely looks after its employees and offers a strong package, supportive culture, and long-term stability?

This is a fantastic chance to join a growing company as a Field Service Engineer within the healthcare sector, servicing care homes across the South West. If you have experience in the industry then great! If not, experience with electro-mechanical equipment (medical devices, coffee machines, white goods, etc.) transfers just as well. A role in a recession proof industry that offers real variety!

Your Job As A Field Service Engineer Will Include:

* Servicing, maintaining, and repairing healthcare equipment in care homes
* Fault finding, testing, and ensuring compliance and safety standards
* Covering the South
* Providing excellent customer service and building strong client relationships
* Accurate completion of job notes and reports using mobile devices

As A Field Service Engineer You Will Have:

* Electro-mechanical background - medical, coffee, vending, white goods or similar all transferable
* Full clean UK driving licence (essential)
* Experience working in field service roles
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and customer service skills
* Flexible, reliable, and able to work independently

If interested please apply or contact Billy on (phone number removed).

Keywords: Field Service Engineer, Service Technician, Maintenance Engineer, Electrical, Mechanical, Medical Equipment, Coffee Machine, Vending Engineer, White Goods, Fault Finding, Servicing, Repairs, Installation, Customer Service, Southampton, Winchester, Portsmouth, New Forest

This vacancy is being advertised by Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd. The services of Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.
Please visit our website to view other positions we are currently handling.

Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed

Production Process Engineer - PCB
Saab UK
Fareham
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Introduction

Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth.

What you will be part of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

The Role:

We are looking for a responsible production engineer for the assembly and testing of PCBs for remotely operated vehicle sub-systems. Ensure appropriate production processes, equipment, and facilities are in place to safely and consistently manufacture products to meet cost, time, and quality requirements. This role is based at our Fareham Campus site.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

  • Attend SQCDP meetings and support a hands problem solving approach with Area Team Leader and Quality Engineering to achieve OTD and right first time objectives.
  • Standardise processes and procedures to ensure consistency, minimise variation, and improve cross-department collaboration.
  • Assess and maintain adherence to safety and compliance standards (ESD, soldering irons, extraction)
  • Own, document and train others on manufacturing process and standards.
  • Write build instructions and transfer test specifications into operator instructions.
  • Commission and programme machines such as Extra eye inspection, paste screening and pick and place (surface mount), board cleaning and reflow oven. Plan inhouse and subcontract maintenance.
  • Load BOM’s into MRP - Structure BOMs and Routings for inhouse and external manufacturing.
  • Continuously improve production area capability for safety, compliance and efficiency - Create and update test equipment & fixture design, production data and value stream.
  • Manage NPI transfer and change requests into production.
  • Provide technical support for production, purchasing and production control.

Skills & Experience:

  • Senior PCB biased Production Engineer with experience in prototyping, testing and fault finding.
  • Background in low-volume, one-off engineered products and systems. (Support and training is available for Working with Electrics, High Voltages, and Hydraulics).
  • Strong knowledge of electrical equipment relating to products such as rack equipment, power supplies and electronics enclosures with integrated PCBs - Knowledgeable with IPC-A-610 Class 3. (familiarity of Labview, IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 and PUWER beneficial).
  • Minimum qualifications HNC/HND or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Electronic Products, Computer Engineering or relevant experience in Electronic Design, Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
  • Hands-on production support experience in assembly, testing, and quality control.

General Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

  • Use initiative to develop effective solutions to day-to-day challenges.
  • Maintain proficiency in relevant IT systems.
  • Act ethically and with integrity at all times.
  • Foster professional relationships and work cross-functionally to meet business objectives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.
  • Maximise productivity through process improvements and enhanced quality control.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Powertrain Development Engineer
Matchtech Mobility
Fareham
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Location: Fareham
Sector: Advanced UAV / Aerospace

Join a fast-growing aerospace team developing next-generation UAV powertrain systems. This is your chance to shape propulsion architecture from concept through flight test, working on cutting-edge platforms at the forefront of autonomy and defence technology.

The Role
As a Powertrain Development Engineer, you will:

  • Lead the design and integration of engines, cooling, vibration isolation, exhaust and power transmission systems.
  • Turn concepts into detailed CAD designs and production-ready assemblies.
  • Define powertrain requirements and interfaces across airframe, electrical, fuel and control systems.
  • Support ground and flight-test campaigns to validate performance.
  • Collaborate closely with avionics, airframe and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless system integration.
  • Provide hands-on engineering support to in-service fleets.

What You’ll Bring

  • Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent).
  • 5+ years’ experience in propulsion/powertrain or engine integration.
  • Strong mechanical design expertise, especially rotating/reciprocating machinery.
  • Experience with internal combustion piston engines (essential).
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks ideal) and PDM systems.
  • Analytical skills (FEA, vibration, CFD/thermal experience beneficial).
  • Ability to take technical ownership and work across multiple disciplines.
  • Eligible to work in the UK and able to undergo security vetting

Why Join?

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Employer pension contrabution
  • Up to 2 days WFH (role/location dependent)
  • A chance to influence the future of aviation and autonomous defence technology.
Fire & Security Engineer
The Workshop
Bognor Regis
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Join the South’s leading independent Fire & Security Systems company specialising in industrial and commercial sectors, delivering expert service and technical excellence. They are looking for a skilled, multi-disciplined Fire & Security Engineer to join our team. You’ll install, service, and commission a wide range of systems, including fire alarms (conventional & addressable), intruder alarms, CCTV (IP & analogue), access control systems and emergency lighting. You’ll also diagnose and resolve faults, carry out small works and alterations, support clients with professional advice. The role involves travel across Sussex, Hampshire, Surrey & Dorset.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, service, and commission Fire, Intruder, CCTV, Access Control, and Emergency Lighting systems
  • Interpret system designs and liaise with other building service providers
  • Ensure compliance with BS5839, PD6662:2017, BS5266 and other relevant standards
  • Maximise first-time fix rates and meet project deadlines
  • Provide expert advice and maintain strong customer relationships
  • Maintain company vehicle with spares, consumables, and tools
  • Support continuous improvement of service delivery and company reputation

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in fire & security systems installation, servicing, and commissioning
  • Strong technical knowledge of Fire & Life Safety systems and relevant British/European standards
  • Experience with Intruder, CCTV, Access Control, and Fire Alarm systems (conventional & addressable)
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work independently
  • Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Enhanced DBS
  • Security vetting (BS7858)
  • ECS/CSCS card

Benefits & Working Conditions

  • Negotiable salary depending on experience
  • 4-day working week (Mon-Thu), plus occasional Friday mornings during school holidays
  • On-call rota
  • Company van, fuel card, mobile phone
  • Pension
  • Overtime as required
  • Generous holiday allowance
Embedded Software Engineer
Outsource
Portsmouth
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£67/hour - £69/hour
RECENTLY POSTED

Job: Embedded Software Engineer Company: BAE Systems Hourly Rate: £50.79 PAYE or £68.55 UmbrellaLocation: Portsmouth - hybridContract: 12 months (Opportunity to be extended)Working Hours: 37 hours per weekKey Responsibilities:

  • Design and development of embedded software entities, from specification through to release into service
  • Support to electronic circuit designers for computing architecture aspects
  • Architecture design and coding of complex software problems including, but not limited to, digital signal processing, TCP/IP, data recording solutions
  • Translation of requirements into design detail

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Extensive experience in low-level software design and implementation in C / C++
  • Sound understanding of one or more microprocessor architectures
  • Experience of complex system integration, both hardware and software (desirable)
  • Knowledge of memory types and interfacing with processors and FPGAs.

If you would like to be considered for this role please don’t hesitate to click apply or call Sam Pierre-Louis on for more information. About BAE: BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors. Inclusion statement Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You’ll receive consideration for your application without regard to race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.

Data Cabling Engineer
MORRIS SINCLAIR RECRUITMENT LTD
Southampton
In office
Junior - Senior
£150/day - £250/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE
  • UK Wide Roll Out
  • £150 - £250 A Night
  • Ongoing Work

Data Cabling Engineers - UK Wide Roll OutSenior and Junior Positions AvailablePosition OverviewWe are seeking experienced Data Cabling Engineers for a major UK-wide infrastructure roll out project. This is an excellent opportunity for both senior engineers and junior engineers to work on large-scale telecommunications installations across multiple locations throughout the United Kingdom.Available PositionsSenior Data Cabling EngineerRate: £200 - £250 per night Experience Level: 5+ years in data cabling and telecommunicationsJunior Data Cabling EngineerRate: £150 - £180 per night Experience Level: 1-4 years in data cabling and telecommunicationsKey RequirementsEssential Requirements

  • Own Vehicle: Must have reliable transport suitable for carrying tools and equipment
  • Own Tools: Complete professional toolkit for data cabling work
  • UK Wide Travel: Willingness to travel throughout the UK as project demands
  • Accommodation: Arrange own accommodation as needed
  • Valid UK Driving Licence: Essential for travel between sites

Technical Skills RequiredSenior Engineer

  • Extensive experience in Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a installations
  • Advanced knowledge of structured cabling standards (BS EN 50173, ISO/IEC 11801)
  • Experience with cable management systems and containment
  • Proficiency in testing and certification using Fluke or similar test equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
  • Leadership and mentoring capabilities for junior team members
  • Problem-solving and troubleshooting complex installations

Junior Engineer

  • Solid foundation in data cabling installation techniques
  • Experience with Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a cable installations
  • Basic understanding of structured cabling principles
  • Familiarity with cable termination and testing procedures
  • Ability to work under supervision and follow detailed instructions
  • Willingness to learn and develop advanced skills

General Requirements

  • Health & Safety: CSCS card or equivalent safety certification preferred
  • Working at Height: Comfortable working on ladders, in ceiling voids, and raised floors
  • Physical Demands: Able to lift equipment and work in confined spaces
  • Professional Approach: Excellent timekeeping, communication, and customer service skills
  • Flexible Schedule: Available for extended periods away from home base

Project Details

  • Duration: Long-term contract with potential for extension
  • Locations: Various sites across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
  • Project Type: Large-scale commercial data infrastructure installations
  • Working Hours: Night work
  • Team Structure: Mixed teams of senior and junior engineers

What We Provide

  • Competitive nightly rates
  • Ongoing technical training opportunities
  • Career progression pathways
  • Regular work with established client base

Application RequirementsPlease provide:

  • Detailed CV highlighting relevant cabling experience
  • List of professional qualifications and certifications
  • Details of vehicle and tool inventory
  • References from previous cabling projects
  • Availability and preferred working regions

Next StepsSuccessful candidates will be contacted for initial phone screening followed by technical assessment. Start dates are flexible based on current project requirements and candidate availability.

Software Engineer
Copello
Portsmouth
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£60/hour - £70/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
+2

We are building a team of Software Engineers for a consultancy supporting a company in Portsmouth.

Candidates will need active Security Clearance and to be a Sole British National

Roles will be offered outside IR35 on an initial 6-12 month contract. Anticipated that it will be a hybrid working pattern (minimum 3 days onsite)

Rates negotiable, circa £60-£70 ph Outside IR35.

The Tasks:

• Development of Software Design and UML Model for assigned tasks (candidate tasks below).
• Verification and Integration Testing of developed software
• Support to Test Events and Demonstrations

Candidate development tasks may include:
• Development of requirements, algorithms and implementation of autonomous UAV functions (e.g flight plans, low level flight)
• Integration Machine Learning models into existing UAV C2 system
• Integration of a UAV model into existing synthetic environment
• Bug fixes following verification and integration testing

Experience/Skills Required
• Experience developing SW for autonomous applications
• Experience integrating and developing Machine Learning models
• UI Design
• Algorithm development
• Requirements management in Enterprise Architect / DOORS / JIRA
• Model Based Sys Eng and SW Modelling in Enterprise Architect
• Source code management in GitLab
• Primarily C++, optionally C# (Visual Studio) & Python
• Mixture of OS environments (Real-time e.g. WindRiver, Green Hills, LynxOS, Linux, Windows)

Fire & Security Engineer
Workshop Recruitment
Bognor Regis
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Join the South s leading independent Fire & Security Systems company specialising in industrial and commercial sectors, delivering expert service and technical excellence. They are looking for a skilled, multi-disciplined Fire & Security Engineer to join our team. You ll install, service, and commission a wide range of systems, including fire alarms (conventional & addressable), intruder alarms, CCTV (IP & analogue), access control systems and emergency lighting. You ll also diagnose and resolve faults, carry out small works and alterations, support clients with professional advice. The role involves travel across Sussex, Hampshire, Surrey & Dorset.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, service, and commission Fire, Intruder, CCTV, Access Control, and Emergency Lighting systems
  • Interpret system designs and liaise with other building service providers
  • Ensure compliance with BS5839, PD6662:2017, BS5266 and other relevant standards
  • Maximise first-time fix rates and meet project deadlines
  • Provide expert advice and maintain strong customer relationships
  • Maintain company vehicle with spares, consumables, and tools
  • Support continuous improvement of service delivery and company reputation

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years experience in fire & security systems installation, servicing, and commissioning
  • Strong technical knowledge of Fire & Life Safety systems and relevant British/European standards
  • Experience with Intruder, CCTV, Access Control, and Fire Alarm systems (conventional & addressable)
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work independently
  • Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Enhanced DBS
  • Security vetting (BS7858)
  • ECS/CSCS card

Benefits & Working Conditions

  • Negotiable salary depending on experience
  • 4-day working week (Mon Thu), plus occasional Friday mornings during school holidays
  • On-call rota
  • Company van, fuel card, mobile phone
  • Pension
  • Overtime as required
  • Generous holiday allowance
HVAC Engineer
HVAC Recruitment Ltd
Bognor Regis
In office
Mid
£45,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

HVAC Engineer x3 Bognor Regis
£45,000 | MondayFriday 08:0017:00 | No Call Out

We are currently recruitingthree HVAC Engineersto join a leading national facilities management provider, supporting a flagship seaside holiday destination inBognor Regis.

This large-scale coastal leisure complex includes accommodation and entertainment venuesoffering a varied and engaging working environment within a secure, long-term contract.

The Role

  • Planned and reactive maintenance on HVAC plant and associated systems
  • Servicing, fault finding, and repairs on AHUs, FCUs, pumps, motors, heating and cooling systems
  • Supporting compliance and statutory maintenance across the site
  • Use of an on-site pool vehicle when required

Contract start date:1st April 2026
Working hours:MondayFriday, 08:0017:00
No call-out requirement

Salary & Benefits:

  • £45,000 per annum
  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • Overtime paid at1.5x and 2x rates
  • Perkbox rewards platform
  • Mobile phone discount schemes
  • Long-term stability with a major, well-established FM company

Requirements:

  • Qualified HVAC Engineer (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)
  • Strong experience with commercial heating & cooling systems
  • F-Gas (preferred)
  • Ability to pass anEnhanced DBS check(mandatory due to site requirements)
  • Full UK driving licence

If you’re looking for a secure MondayFriday role with excellent benefits, no call-out, and the chance to work within one of the South Coasts most recognisable leisure environments, apply now ahead of the April 2026 mobilisation.

Electronics Engineer
RPC International Recruitment
Alresford
In office
Mid
£50,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Electrical Repair and Maintenance Engineer to join our team.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electrical production machine maintenance and repairs, with a focus on ensuring the functionality and reliability of the production operation equipment.

Own transport essentialto get to and from site, as there are no bus or train links available, and the site location is out in the middle of rural countryside.

£35,000 to £50,000 Annual Salary (depending on experience).

This is a full-time permanent position, you will be required to supply proof of right to work and qualifications at application stage prior to any interviews being set up.

Working Monday to Friday (afternoon shifts), 40-hours per week.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular maintenance checks on machinery and equipment to maximise production targets, as well as electrical engineering work.
  • Repairing and servicing rollers, conveyers, and line machines to ensure production output is maintained.
  • Troubleshoot and repair issues, service and maintain and ensure that planned maintenance is scheduled with minimal disruption.
  • Interpret schematics to diagnose faults and implement effective solutions.
  • Perform tasks as required for equipment repairs and modifications.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs performed.

Essential Requirements (You Must Have 1 of the Following as a Minimum):

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) with AM2 completed.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations City & Guilds 2382-22.
  • Inspection & Testing qualification City & Guilds 2391-52 (or equivalent).
  • ECS/JIB Gold Card Electrician.
  • Proven experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
  • Competence working on control panels, MCCs, motors, drives, and production line equipment.

Health, Safety and Compliance Desirables:

  • Lock-out/Tag-out (LOTO) and Permit to Work experience.
  • Manual Handling and Working at Height.
  • Food Safety Level 2 (manufacturing) or willingness to complete.
  • Good understanding of hygiene, GMP and working in high-care food areas.
  • PLC and control systems fault-finding experience.
  • Ammonia or refrigeration plant awareness (or similar refrigerant safety training).
  • ATEX / hazardous area awareness or CompEx (site dependent).
  • First Aid at Work.

This is a hands-on role supporting maintenance, fault finding, and installation work across production, packaging, and cold storage areas.

Benefits:

  • Canteen
  • Company events
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee mentoring programme
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
Senior Automation Software Engineer
Owen Daniels
Eastleigh
In office
Senior
£58,000 - £63,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Senior Automation Software Engineer – Rockwell Design Southampton / Eastleigh Area Permanent £58,000 – £63,000 + Excellent Benefits We are parntered with a globally recognised engineering business delivering high-specification process and production equipment into highly regulated industries. They are now seeking a Senior Automation Software Engineer to join their growing team. This is a key senior-level appointment for an experienced controls software specialist with strong Rockwell / Allen-Bradley design expertise (software design, not just configuration), combined with Siemens experience, and the capability to lead automation projects across their full lifecycle. The Opportunity As a Senior Automation Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering sophisticated control systems for complex process equipment. Working within a small, highly skilled automation team, you will take ownership of projects from initial specification through to commissioning and client handover. This role requires a technically strong, experienced engineer who can also mentor and guide less experienced colleagues, ensuring best practice software design and project delivery standards are upheld. Travel (approx. 20%) will be required across the UK and internationally. Key Responsibilities Review and define project scope, deliverables and functional requirements Design and develop PLC, HMI and SCADA software solutions Produce high-quality documentation including: Functional Design Specifications (FDS) Software Design Specifications (SDS) Test documentation and manuals Conduct structured software testing (FAT/SAT) Support on-site commissioning and system qualification activities Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers Deliver customer training for operators and maintenance teams Implement system modifications and improvements when required This role will suit you if you: Significant experience in control systems software design within process or regulated industries Strong Rockwell / Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLC software design capability (essential) Experience with Siemens platforms including: TIA Portal Step 7 WinCC / WinCC Flexible Proven experience delivering automation projects across the full lifecycle Commissioning and fault-finding experience on industrial equipment Understanding of structured software testing methodologies Experience working within quality-driven environments (e.g., ISO 9001) Desirable Experience SCADA systems (e.g., iFIX, WinCC) Knowledge of GAMP, FDA, or other regulated industry standards Electrical hardware design exposure Experience within pharmaceutical or life sciences sectors HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline Package & Benefits £58,000 – £63,000 salary 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Company pension Death in service Group income protection Option for single private healthcare This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, well-established engineering organisation delivering technically challenging and meaningful automation projects globally. If you are a senior automation software engineer with deep Rockwell design expertise and enjoy full lifecycle project ownership, we would be pleased to discuss this opportunity with you

IT Student Placement
TUV SUD Limited
Fareham
In office
Graduate
Private salary

At T V S D we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are T V S D.

The primary role is to support the helpdesk and infrastructure teams. Activities include building, maintaining and operating TUV SUD UK IT infrastructure as well as supporting the UK userbase. In addition, the successful candidate will work on other IT projects on the IT roadmap. This position will give the successful candidate an opportunity to work within a busy, professional IT department in a team environment as well as working directly with the various business areas within TUV SUD in the UK.

The role will be based in Fareham but travel to other offices throughout the UK may be required from time to time.

Please note this is a 12 month placement.

Essential Criteria:

The successful candidate will:

  • Be currently studying for a degree in Computer Science or a similar IT based discipline
  • Be a good communicator on a personal and written level

Desirable Criteria:

  • Knowledge of Windows desktop and server administration
  • Linux administration
  • Active Directory user and group management
  • Microsoft Office applications (including Word and Excel)
  • Scripting languages (e.g. PowerShell, VBScript)
  • TCP/IP networking
  • Have a keen interest in technology
  • Possess a full UK driving licence

Further information:

T V S D in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (for full-time employees, including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan and a non-contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme. We also offer various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes (buying/selling holiday, cycle to work scheme, pensions), incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services). Dependent on their role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent home-working, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance

At T V S D, we have employees from more than 100 different countries collaborating together. People of different backgrounds, skills, and pursuing different life goals. Our strength comes from these countless and varied perspectives.

We are committed to be an inclusive and diverse workplace by welcoming people of all backgrounds. We want Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) to be a foundation of our company and create an environment where all our employees can trust they will be treated with respect, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic background, faith, beliefs, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, or identity. As such, our employees are expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with T V S D Code of Ethics and Company values.

We firmly believe embedding D&I in the heart of what we do will inherently contribute to the success of T V S D. Click here to find out more about Diversity at T V S D.

Fire and Security Engineer
Alecto Recruitment
Fareham
In office
Junior - Mid
£40,000 - £45,000
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Fire & Security Engineer - Hampshire
Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 DOE Installation & Service Role

We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Fire & Security Engineer to join a well-established and highly respected fire and security company in Hampshire. Known for delivering high-quality solutions across commercial and residential sites, the business prides itself on looking after its engineers, providing a professional, supportive, and organised working environment.

This is a hands-on role covering installation, service, and maintenance of fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control systems. You’ll be responsible for installing new systems, fault-finding, testing, commissioning, and ensuring all work meets the highest standards and regulatory requirements. The company values quality over quantity, allowing engineers to take pride in every project.

The role includes:

  • Installation, commissioning, and servicing of fire and security systems
  • Fault-finding, testing, and final system handover
  • Ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements
  • Working across commercial and residential projects throughout Hampshire

What they’re looking for:

  • Proven experience in fire and security system installation, service, or commissioning
  • Strong knowledge of fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV, and access control
  • Professional, reliable, and self-motivated approach
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work independently

Why this role stands out:

  • Competitive salary 40k- 45k DOE
  • No on-call requirements, offering genuine work-life balance
  • Supportive management and structured projects
  • Ongoing training and clear opportunities for career progression
  • Modern vehicles, tools, and equipment provided

If you’re an experienced Fire & Security Engineer looking to join a company that values quality work, invests in its people, and offers long-term stability, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.

YOU MAY BE A; Fire & Security Engineer, Fire Engineer, Security Engineer, Fire Alarm Engineer, Fire Alarm Technician, Fire Alarm Service Engineer, Intruder Alarm Engineer, CCTV Engineer, Access Control Engineer, Service Engineer, Installation Engineer, Electrical Engineer

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Frequently asked questions
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While requirements vary by employer, common certifications like Cisco's CCNA, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, and CompTIA Security+ can enhance your chances of securing a Systems Engineer job in Portsmouth.
Yes, Haystack features both on-site and remote Systems Engineer positions in Portsmouth, allowing flexibility based on your preferences and employer needs.
The average salary for Systems Engineers in Portsmouth typically ranges from £35,000 to £55,000 per year, depending on experience, specialization, and the size of the company.
To improve your chances, ensure your CV is up-to-date and tailored to Systems Engineer roles, highlight relevant skills and certifications, use Haystack’s job alerts to stay informed, and prepare thoroughly for technical interviews.