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Mechanical Design Engineer

This role involves hands-on mechanical design and multidisciplinary engineering for unmanned aerospace systems, including concept development, CAD modelling, and integration of payload and propulsion systems. The engineer will work across the full product lifecycle, from requirements through to testing, with a focus on innovative technologies such as eVTOL and all-electric propulsion. Collaboration with aircraft design teams and customers is key to optimising system performance.

Saab Oakley, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead RF Engineer

This role involves leading technically complex RF programmes across aerospace, defence, and space projects. Responsibilities include RF system architecture, detailed design, and delivery across the full lifecycle, from concept to production. The position offers technical leadership, mentorship, and exposure to high-reliability engineering environments.

Pure Resourcing Solutions Mk178Lx, MK17 8LX, United Kingdom £70,000 – £75,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Flexible Clearance Required

Warranty Technician (Rolling Stock)

Job Title:Warranty Technician (Rolling Stock)Job Location:BletchleyHourly Pay Rate:£28.36 PAYE / £ 37.00 UmbrellaShifts:12-hour shiftsShift Pattern:Mon - ThursDuration:On-going contractStart Date:ASAPIndustries considered: Rail, Rolling Stock, RAF, REME, Army, Navy, Marine, Avionics, Rolling Stock, Commercial/Industrial Electrics, Defence, Plant Engineering, SPM, HVAC, and Process...

Shorterm Group Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, MK2 2FY, United Kingdom £28 – £37 ph

Roles further afield

A little outside Milton Keynes, but within reach.

Payload Systems Project Lead

This role involves leading the design, integration, and testing of advanced RF payload and antenna systems for space-based communications platforms. The candidate will drive systems engineering activities, conduct technical trade studies, and define end-to-end system requirements while working with multidisciplinary teams. The position plays a key role in shaping next-generation satellite communication architectures and influencing technical direction on high-impact space missions.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Payload Systems Project Lead

This role involves leading the design, integration, and testing of advanced RF payload and antenna systems for space-based communications. The candidate will lead system-level trade studies, define technical requirements, and manage cross-functional engineering teams to deliver complex satellite communication payloads. It offers significant influence over system architecture and the development of next-generation space technologies.

Platform Recruitment Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the development of advanced electronics for FPGA and ASIC-based space systems, with responsibility across the full hardware lifecycle from design to space qualification. The engineer will lead high-speed digital circuit design, complex PCB development, and integration within multidisciplinary teams, working on safety-critical systems for defence and space applications.

Platform Recruitment Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £90,000 – £110,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Electronics Engineer

Lead the development of advanced electronics for FPGA and ASIC-based space systems, spanning the full hardware lifecycle from design to space qualification. Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams and oversee integration, testing, and manufacturing with internal and external partners.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior COBOL Developer

Senior COBOL DeveloperOxfordshire / Hybrid (1-day per week in office)Easily commutable on train from Birmingham, Coventry & London£55k - £65k + Corporate benefitsA long-established software business is hiring a Senior COBOL Developer to maintain and support its core platform during...

Partnerscale Ox261Ah, OX26 1AH, United Kingdom £55,000 – £65,000 pa

Linux Systems Engineer

Job Description:SECURITY CLEARANCE:This position involves working within the UK Defence industry, requiring the applicants to be UK Nationals Only (No Dual Nationals) and able to be security cleared to a UK SC level.LOCATION:Stevenage (with some hybrid working available subject to...

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

Senior Systems Engineer

A leading space technology business is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to support the development and delivery of next-generation spacecraft propulsion systems for commercial, scientific and defence space programmes.Working at the forefront of space propulsion technology, the business designs...

Cranleigh Scientific Westcott, Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Internal Communications Manager

Job Description:SECURITY CLEARANCE:You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check)LOCATION:Stevenage or Portsmouth (with some hybrid working available subject to our Hybrid Working Policy)TRAVEL:The position might involve business trips to Airbus sites in the following countries:...

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

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