Introduction
Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.
What you will be part of
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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:
This role is part of our Sensor Systems Business Unit.
Saab is expanding in the UK and we are now seeking talented and highly motivated Systems Engineer to support our radar and sensors growth activities at either our Fareham campus.
Much of our current work is centred on the G1X radar, which is the newest radar in Saab’s portfolio - a software defined radar with a regular capability update cycle post-delivery, as well as an established production line. As a Systems Engineer you will regularly work with current products, developing enhancements and investigating new areas for product growth.
Key Responsibilities:
As a System Engineer you will be responsible for various activities across the product lifecycle.
Responsibilities include:
Required Skills:
As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it.
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.
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.
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.
£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.
#Remote
Description
Chief Engineer - Systems - Air Traffic Control
Location: This is a Hybrid role. Whiteley, Hampshire with travel to customer sites across the South of England.
Clearance Required: This role will require attainment and maintenance of SC clearance
Do you have experience in Air Traffic Control? Are you ready for your next challenge?
We are looking to recruit an experienced Chief Engineer who understands the challenges of a heavily regulated industry, preferably safety-related, and experience in technologies and protocols similar to Token Ring, ADA.
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
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
Key items:
The role will be a Hybrid position, 1-2 days a week onsite with additional visits to customer sites which are essential. Training will be provided where necessary on any Leidos proprietary tools and processes.
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:
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.
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.
£75,800.00-£99,800.00
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.
#Remote
Introduction
Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.
The Role:
This role is part of our Saab Seaeye business unit in Fareham.
As part of the Electronics team you will create design solutions for electronic/electrical products in underwater vehicles in line with the company’s business needs through innovation, creativity and professionalism.
Our systems are complex, requiring a wide range of technology developed, from Power conversion to high speed communication.
You may be required to lead projects, this will require you to direct and co-ordinate project activities within the Engineering Department and other areas of the business such as Purchasing, Operations, Sales and Logistics.
Key Responsibilities:
Skills and Experience:
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.
Our growing engineering clients based close to Havant have an exciting opportunity for a Design & Compliance Engineer to join their growing team.
The Design & Compliance Engineer will play a key role in the design, development, and certification of the companys product portfolio.
This position combines hands-on product design engineering with regulatory compliance integration, ensuring products are technically robust, manufacturable, and fully certified to relevant UK, European, and international control standards. The role is design-led and technically focused, supporting products from early concept generation through detailed design, testing, certification, and ongoing lifecycle management.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Required Skills & Experience:
Working hours:8am 4:30pm Monday Thursday 8am 2pm Friday
Job Title: Senior Electronics Design Engineer
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £50,000-£60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Sector: Advanced Electronics / Aerospace / Defence / Instrumentation
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a highly respected advanced engineering organisation operating at the forefront of mission-critical electronics and high-reliability systems. Supplying into aerospace, defence, space and specialist industrial markets, this business is known for precision, innovation and engineering excellence.
They are now seeking a Senior Electronics Design Engineer to join their R&D function, taking ownership of complex electronic system design from concept through to production release.
This is a technically demanding role suited to an experienced engineer who thrives in high-integrity, regulated environments.
The Role
You will be responsible for leading the design and development of analogue and digital electronic systems used in high-performance applications.
Key Responsibilities:
Required Experience
The Ideal Profile
What’s on Offer
WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
This role is for 2 Principal Mechanical Engineers to support BAE Systems on a next generation Radar Programme. Based out of their sites in Cowes, Great Baddow or Broad Oak. £70 per hour Umbrella - inside IR35 4 days onsite initially to start, then 2-3 days a week onsite when embedded. Can be at either 3 sites closest to home. 6 month contract - likely extension Job spec: The Principal Mechanical Engineer is a key role that leads the mechanical engineering aspects of the development of new radar technologies. Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager, this role must have an expert general mechanical knowledge with experience in the design, build, integration and test of complex mechanical systems. The holder will themselves be a subject matter expert in at least one area of Mechanical Engineering, for example, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Finite Element Analysis, Structures or Thermal Systems. They may also hold Mechanical Design Authority for the Future Radar Products. § Experience and knowledge of the design, build, test and use of composite structural materials is essential. § Familiarity with the use of relevant modelling and simulation tools for analysis of structure behaviours under static and dynamic load, shock and vibration is essential § Experience and knowledge of the design and implementation of mechanical systems § Familiarity with the content, applicability and use of relevant Standards is highly desirable § Experience and knowledge of engineering lifecycles from requirements capture and derivation to in-service support is highly desirable. Typical duties include (but are not limited to): § Provide leadership, direction and technical expertise to a small team of mechanical/CAD engineers working on the development of new radar products § Organise and oversee work packages within the project § Effectively liaise with the project engineering manager, the project manager and the project technical authority in pursuance of the project aims § Review work of the mechanical engineering team, guide and coach the team appropriately § Subject matter expert in at least one area of the Mechanical Engineering discipline. § Strong technical leadership and stakeholder management skills. § Being a strong influencer in the Mechanical Engineering community, embracing change and continuous improvement throughout the organisation. § Implement design changes. § Updating and complying with company standards, processes and guidelines. § Provide input into engineering estimates § Proficient in the use of SAP PDM tool for maintaining and updating design data
Job Description:
Extrusion Line Engineer
Location: Waterlooville
Pay: £20.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Company: V3 Recruitment (working on behalf of our client)
Job Description
V3 Recruitment are currently working on behalf of a well-established manufacturing company based in Waterlooville who are looking to recruit an experienced Extrusion Line Engineer to join their team.
This is a hands-on engineering role where you will be responsible for the setup, operation, optimisation, and performance of extrusion lines to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The role plays a key part in maintaining stable processes, reducing downtime, and ensuring consistent output and product quality.
Key Responsibilities
Setting up, starting, adjusting, and shutting down extrusion lines
Installing and aligning extrusion dies, tooling, calibrators, and downstream equipment
Optimising temperatures, screw speed, pressure, line speed, and cooling systems
Completing first-off checks and documenting process settings
Troubleshooting production issues such as dimensional variation, surface defects, and material inconsistencies
Reducing scrap, improving line performance, and maintaining repeatable processes
Supporting preventative maintenance and reporting breakdowns when required
Working closely with Toolroom and Engineering teams on tooling improvements
Ensuring products meet quality and dimensional specifications
Accurately recording process parameters and quality checks
Supporting new product trials and process improvements
Following all health & safety procedures at all times
Skills & Experience Essential
Previous experience setting up and running plastic extrusion lines
Strong understanding of polymer behaviour and extrusion processes
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Hands-on mechanical skills and confidence working with tooling
Experience working in high-volume or continuous manufacturing environments
Desirable Skills
Qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Processing, or similar
Experience with calibration tanks, haul-offs, cutters, slitters, or winders
Knowledge of Lean / Continuous Improvement tools (5S, SMED, OEE)
Experience working within ISO 9001 environments
Forklift or overhead crane certification
Personal Attributes
Practical and hands-on approach
Strong attention to detail
Able to work in a fast-paced production environment
Good communication and teamwork skills
Proactive and improvement-focused
Safety and quality driven
What’s on Offer
£20.00 per hour
Long-term opportunity with a well-established manufacturer
Supportive engineering and production team
Opportunity to be involved in process improvements and new product trials
Overview
Join a high-performing engineering team delivering complex, regulated projects across multiple sectors.
Youll take ownership of structural analysis activitiesensuring designs are robust, compliant, and delivered to quality, time, and budget.
What youll do
What were looking for
Bennett & Game are representing a fast-growing and award-winning Civil, Structural and Transport Planning consultancy. They are looking to employ a Principal and Senior Civil Engineer to join their expanding team. With a diverse client base ranging from local businesses to national housebuilders, commercial developers, regional contractors and local authorities, this is a role that promises genuine variety and responsibility.
Their work covers a broad range of sectors including residential, commercial and care-related developments, with involvement in large-scale schemes in the South of England. They contribute civil engineering input to planning stages and the design of associated on- and off-site infrastructure. The role offers exposure to complex projects from early feasibility through to delivery, within a consultancy environment that values technical quality, professional development and collaborative working.
Salary & Benefits
Role Overview
Requirements
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.
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We are looking for a Telematics Engineer to provide continued support to our growing and established customer base within Southampton and the surrounding areas.
You will have access to many of our benefits, including annual shift allowance in addition to your salary, annual pay reviews, company vehicle, with laptop, mobile phone and tools provided to ensure you are fully equipped in your new role.
Are you an experienced Telematics Engineer looking for a new opportunity and challenge? How about the opportunity to join a market leading telematics company, that works with many household names, such as McLaren, Tesco, Harrods, Stobarts, JCB, Dominos… To name a few!
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What will you be doing?
Ensure Microlise product portfolio is full integrated into our customer’s assets
Timely visits to customer sites to undertake the installation, servicing and continued support of our product suite
Completing survey visits and identifying suitable solutions
Completing QA (quality assurance) visits on Microlise products and peripherals in customer assets
Inventory management
Responsible for the upkeep and safety of your vehicle and all provided tools /equipment
Liaise with customers at all levels
Provide support to your peers and contractor resource where required
Ensure administration is concise, accurate and professional
Adhere to all internal process and procedures
Report on statistical information when required
What are we looking for?
Demonstrable experience in a similar role; auto electrics and/or telematics
Full UK Driving Licence
Experience of working to Service Level Agreements and Operational Schedules
Understanding of vehicle wiring diagrams and ability to interpret these
Evidence of strong customer service skills with a professional approach
Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adjust style to relevant audiences
Be able to work autonomously, solve problems independently and adhere to agreed processes
Take pride in what you do ensuring quality and accuracy
Valid Passport for travel
Working Pattern
This is a field based role working remotely on our customer sites. Our Field Engineers work shifts on a rota basis, including weekends, to suit the requirements of our customers. Full details regarding our working patterns can be discussed at the interview stage, and upon application you will be provided with an example of a typical rota.
What’s in it for you?
Full support and training to ensure you are well equipped to succeed in your role
Company vehicle, shift allowance, laptop, mobile phone and tools provided
Private medical insurance with Vitality Health including rewards for members such as: Free Amazon Prime, Apple Watch, discounted gym membership and many more
33 days holiday, including bank holidays, increasing year on year to 38 days, then further increases with length of services
Life Assurance, 4 times your annual salary
Free Costco membership, 20% off EE mobile and line rental, and other discounts with Reward Gateway
Invested in employee health and well-being with over 20 mental health first aiders in the business
Employee Assistance Programmes
Great staff extras: Easter eggs, yearly BBQ, Christmas gifts, annual staff awards and many more incentives
Great Place to Work™ certified – We have been recognised by the global authority on workplace culture, so come be a part of our success
Best Workplace in the UK™ for Development, Technology, Wellbeing and Women
Recruitment Process
For successful candidates, interviews will take place whilst the advert is still live; so don’t delay getting your application in!
Please note: The successful candidate’s job title will be Technical Hardware Engineer in line with our organisational structure
Role Overview
The role is responsible for leading and delivering the Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) engineering elements of assigned projects. This includes managing EC&I design activities from concept through manufacture, testing, and handover, ensuring technical compliance, quality, and efficient delivery. The position works closely with project and technical leadership, multi-disciplinary teams, and external partners to deliver integrated engineering solutions. This would suit candidates looking to take the step into a more senior role, or Principal position.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting & Interfaces
Qualifications & Experience
Description
Information Assurance Security Engineer
Location: Farnborough or Whiteley, with flexibility to work from home dependent on business demands
Join our UK Team who are committed to a Mission!
The Role:
Leidos is seeking a Cyber Security and Information Assurance Engineer to support a key national security programme. The role is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security measures across complex systems, providing subject matter expertise within the Information Security Management (ISM) function, and ensuring risks to Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability are effectively managed.
The engineer will contribute to security strategy, policy, and procedural development, act as a point of contact for client security assurance activity, and work closely with the ISM lead, programme suppliers, and technical teams.
Success requires strong technical proficiency, independent delivery capability, and a clear understanding of evolving cyber threats and security assurance practices.
What will I be doing?
What does Leidos need from me?
Practical understanding of:
Communication and Professional Skills
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 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.
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.
£36,900.00-£46,100.00
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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Description
Systems Engineer
Location: Whiteley/Hybrid/Occasional travel to site will be required
Clearance Requirements: Current SC clearance, or the ability to gain SC clearance.
We are looking to recruit an experience Systems Engineer to support the development of an ATM system. This is an opportunity to work on an exciting programme delivering critical services and infrastructure key to the future of UK Air Traffic Management. The successful candidate does not need to be familiar with ATM (although it would be an advantage) as on-the-job training will be provided as required.
The systems engineer will work in a rapidly changing environment, delivering solutions and deliverables of a high quality to wide range of challenging problems. They will work as part of an agile team performing all aspects of systems engineering throughout the development life cycle to meet sprint milestones.
The successful candidate will have a full understanding of the principles of systems engineering, will have prior experience as a Systems Engineer on a major programme involving accepting and integrating deliveries from suppliers. Using their experience in Systems Engineering, the successful candidate will be responsible for working with customers and suppliers to execute Systems Engineering activities across the full lifecycle, with specific focus on Model Based Systems Engineering.
Required Skills:
Desired Skills:
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:
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.
Working together as Team Leidos we are helping to transform the UK’s defence supply chain by providing an integration of a complex mixture of services, at low risk, using a modern suite of systems that will deliver one version of the truth. For the first time, the MOD will see the whole picture, as it is happening.
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 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.
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.
£47,600.00-£61,000.00
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.
Software Engineer - Embedded C / C++ / Python Work at the Forefront of RF Communications & Sensor Technology Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and security sectors, is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join their innovative development team. This permanent role offers the chance to work on cutting‑edge RF communication and sensor technologies within a dynamic, technically challenging environment that supports professional growth and long‑term career progression. About the Role As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the full development lifecycle of advanced embedded systems, working across Embedded C, C++, and Python. You'll collaborate within an agile team to design, implement, and test high‑integrity software solutions while gaining exposure to next‑generation RF communication and sensor products. The role also offers the opportunity to influence future product development and, for the right individual, to take on team leadership or line‑management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Design and develop detailed software components for high‑performance products. Implement, test, and integrate software within an agile, multidisciplinary team. Build a solid understanding of existing RF communication and sensor technologies. Contribute to product evolution and future R&D roadmaps. Communicate effectively with engineering teams, project stakeholders, and customers. Support or undertake leadership responsibilities as required. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience with Embedded C, C++, and Python. Understanding of sensor systems, RF communication, or related technologies. Software engineering experience across the full product lifecycle (concept → deployment). Familiarity with modern software architecture practices. Experience with scientific applications, DSP, or algorithm implementation. Comfortable working within agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban). Proficient with modern development tools such as Git, GitLab, VS Code. Desirable Experience Modern UI design and implementation. Embedded software development and cross‑compiling. Knowledge of Linux OS, kernel drivers, or low‑level interfaces. Experience with DevOps tooling (GitLab CI/CD, pipelines, Docker). Previous team leadership, mentoring, or line‑management experience. Benefits Competitive salary. Flexible benefits package covering health, wellbeing, savings, protection, and leisure. Inclusive and creative working environment with flexible working arrangements. Strong opportunities for professional development and long‑term career growth.If you are a passionate Software Engineer eager to work on advanced technology that makes a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a forward‑thinking team shaping the future of defence and security innovation
Principal Embedded Software Engineer– Southampton - £70k - £80k Hexwired Recruitment has partnered with a world renowned Electronics manufacturer based in Southampton who are now seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to help develop and maintain a brand new system the company is developing. The company are recognised globally, and are expanding because of a healthy order book. The company are now seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer with excellent experience leading technical projects as well as working autonomously on new projects. This is a Principal Embedded Software role focusing on Processor design as well as comm interfaces. Due to the nature of the work, this will be a mostly onsite role. Key Requirements: \* Bachelors, Masters or PhD in Computer science, Embedded Systems, Maths, Physics or similar \* 10+ years commercial Embedded software experience \* Excellent Firmware RTOS experience \* Good commercial Serial Comms experience (RS232, RS422, TCP/IP etc) \* Any experience working on testing embedded code is highly desirable. The company are looking to offer circa £80k dependent on experience. Along with an excellent benefits package. If you’re interested in this Principal Embedded Software role, please apply. For more information on this role, or any other jobs across; Embedded, C++ programming, Embedded Linux, FPGA, Python, Electronics, Hardware, Golang Development, Machine Learning, Data Science or Simulation contact us today
Job Title: Head of Software Engineering – Embedded & Product Development
Remote-based - UK
Salary: £80,000 to £85,000 basic + benefits
This role is to manage a small team of 4 Software Engineers, 3 of whom are embedded, and one is a Mobile/Apps developer.
They are happy for this person to be based anywhere in England and work remotely.
You will need a strong embedded software/Micros development background. This will mainly be a management-oriented role, but with a team of 4 people, you will be immersed in all of the technical elements of the software projects. You must have remained very technical and be able to evaluate/structure software architecture, drive design review meetings, challenge engineers in design reviews etc. You will not be expected to write any code/individually contribute at that level. But I believe you could do it, if you so wished, on some projects.
A senior leadership opportunity is available for an experienced Head of Software / Software Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing software function within an advanced engineering and product development environment.
You will lead software strategy, software lifecycle processes, and delivery across multiple product programmes within a multidisciplinary R&D setting.
You will play a key role in shaping software architecture, development standards, and long-term capability growth across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities - Head of Software Engineering – Embedded & Product Development
Head of Software Engineering – Embedded & Product Development - Candidate Profile
This is a great opportunity to join an exciting, rapidly expanding electronic instrumentation company that is investing heavily in R&D. If you have any specific questions about this role, please contact me on 01582 350052
Role:Principal Consultant - Systems Engineering
Salary:from £60,000
Location:Portsmouth
Intro
Sirius Analysis, we are a rapidly growing consultancy firm, renowned for our reputation and our keen ability to understand and meet customer requirements effectively. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, end-to-end consultancy services, ranging from requirements management and modelling and simulation through to P3M. We operate across multiple sectors, including defence, energy, and health. We are looking for Principal Consultant to join our Systems Engineering team as we go through our next phase of growth.
Our System Engineering function is responsible for understanding clients challenges and finding solutions to their problems. Our capabilities cover the full lifecycle from Requirements Engineering; Architecture Development; Systems Analysis, Analysis of Alternatives; Integration Verification Validation and Testing; through to Sustainment; Disposal and Replacement. With staff that are active members of INCOSE, we can provide you with technical leaders and a trusted service that is based on best practice and places systems thinking and systems approaches at the heart of any project.
The Role:
As principal consultant, you’ll be expected to be involved with both delivering high-value solutions and contributing to business growth through client engagement, technical leadership, and mentoring.
You will be expected to lead on Major consulting projects ensuring technical excellence is delivered and the clients expectations are met. Your role will involved elements of team leadership, client delivery, providing technical expertise, and business development contributing to the identification of opportunities and providing input to bids.
Responsibilities will include:
About You:
You will have a extensive experience of systems engineering in a consulting setting demonstrating capability analysis techniques, and the proven ability to develop technical solutions to business problems. Candidates will require expertise in some or all of the following areas:
Other Requirements:
What we offer
We offer a combination of mentoring and internal and external training opportunities, with specialist sector organisations and inhouse courses. You will have exposure to subject matter experts and additional online learning packages.
The role comes with a competitive benefits package including pension (7% company contribution), additional holiday purchase options, private health care, life assurance and electric vehicle scheme.
Job title:Mechanical Design Engineer (all seniorities) Location:Southampton, UK Who are we recruiting for? An Award-Winning and rapidly expanding marine technology innovator at the forefront of smart electric propulsion. This Unique and Creative organisation is redefining clean marine mobility, delivering cutting-edge solutions across commercial, defence and recreational sectors. Their Strong growth trajectory offers a Senior Engineer the opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact. What will you be doing? -Take strategic ownership of full product lifecycles, from concept through to production and in-service support -Lead the design and development of advanced mechanical systems aligned with certification and regulatory standards -Oversee prototype builds, testing programmes and data-driven design improvements -Guide suppliers and subcontractors to ensure quality, cost control and on-time delivery -Produce and approve detailed CAD models, manufacturing drawings and technical documentation Are you the ideal candidate? -Qualified and highly experienced Mechanical Engineer with Strong expertise in loads, materials, fluid dynamics and thermodynamics -Advanced proficiency in 3D/2D CAD (Autodesk Fusion preferred) plus FEA/CFD capability -Proven track record delivering products into volume manufacture using modern techniques (CNC, additive, moulding, casting) -Hands-on marine or harsh-environment experience, with an appreciation for consumer-focused design and ergonomics -Motivated, Determined and Assured leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Whats in it for you? -Senior-level influence over next-generation electric propulsion technology -Flexible working hours and a family-first, Refreshed approach to work-life balance -Opportunity to mentor others and shape engineering standards -Career progression within a Successful and ambitious growth business -Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Who are we? Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.
Salary: Negotiableplus benefits, pension (7% contribution), 25 days holiday & life insurance
We are looking for senior software engineers with a range of levels of experience including designing and delivering software applications.
We are a small but rapidly growing consultancy, owned by four highly experienced and recognised practitioners in UK defence consultancy. We are looking for candidates with a mix of technical expertise and interpersonal skills, able to work independently or in small teams.
The Role:
As a Software Engineer, you will play a major role in developing code in the Software Modelling and Simulation, autonomy and geospatial fields, along with providing key advice around innovation and new techniques to stakeholders. You will be designing solutions for complex challenges that will meet and exceed user requirements.
Responsibilities will include:
Expertise Required:
About You:
We are looking for candidates who can help the company grow and can offer exciting opportunities for those with the drive to develop their own skills and those of the company. We offer competitive salaries and packages, and the opportunity for rapid advancement for the right candidates.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
Essential
Desirable:
Other Requirements:
Great opportunity for an experienced Fire & Security Engineer to join an established Building Services and Facilities Maintenance specialist who operate in the Hampshire region.
Applications are invited from Engineers with all levels of experience and salaries range from £30,000 to £45,000 with van, fuel card and great benefits included.
Day To Day of the Role:
Must Have Experience Required / Certifications Required:
If you are interested in the role please apply now!