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Nuclear/ Radiation Hardening Engineer

Designs and develops radiation-hardened electronic systems for use in high-threat environments, focusing on resilience and reliability for military and aerospace applications. Works across the full system lifecycle from concept to disposal, performing technical planning, integration, and validation. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to meet stringent performance, cost, and schedule requirements for national security space systems.

Lockheed Martin Newcastle, North East England, United Kingdom £93,000 – £116,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Defence Flight Dynamics Engineer

We are seeking a talented and motivated Flight Dynamics Engineer to join a growing engineering team developing advanced flight dynamics capabilities for defence and space applications. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the design and evolution of sophisticated...

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £85,000 pa

Quality Engineer - Aerospace & Defence

The role involves supporting quality assurance across aerospace and defence engineering projects, with responsibilities including internal and external audits, Factory and Site Acceptance Testing, calibration management, non-conformance handling, and maintaining quality systems. The engineer will work closely with the Quality Manager and contribute to continuous improvement in a high-precision manufacturing environment.

EDM Limited Manchester, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Production Planner/Administrator (Aerospace/Defence)

This role involves managing MRP systems, scheduling material requirements, and monitoring stock levels to ensure efficient production flow. You'll create and control production build documentation, liaise with internal teams and customers, expedite orders, and support delivery optimisation. The position is based in Poynton within the high-precision aerospace and defence electronics manufacturing sector.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1GP, United Kingdom £30,000 – £35,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Account Manager - Defence, Aerospace & Advanced Engineering

ACCOUNT MANAGERDefence, Aerospace & Advanced Engineering Accounts | Manufacturing Sector£32,000 - £42,000+ (dependent on experience) + Bonus/Commission + BenefitsSouth West Midlands / South West England (fully commutable from Bristol, Avon, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Oxfordshire, West Midlands)Relationship-Led Account Management | Warm,...

Martin Veasey Talent Solutions United Kingdom £32,000 – £42,000 pa

Account Manager - Defence, Aerospace & Advanced Engineering

ACCOUNT MANAGERDefence, Aerospace & Advanced Engineering Accounts | Manufacturing Sector£32,000 - £42,000+ (dependent on experience) + Bonus/Commission + BenefitsSouth West Midlands / South West England (fully commutable from Bristol, Avon, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Oxfordshire, West Midlands)Relationship-Led Account Management | Warm,...

Martin Veasey Talent Solutions United Kingdom £32,000 – £42,000 pa

Business Development Lead Defence

This role involves driving business growth in the defence sector by identifying and capturing opportunities with government, military, and prime contractor customers. The candidate will develop capture strategies, lead cross-functional teams, and translate complex engineering solutions into customer value, ensuring compliance and competitiveness. It requires strong knowledge of defence procurement and customer relationship management within a regulated, security-conscious environment.

Saab United Kingdom

Trainee CNC Programmer (Aerospace/Defence)

This role involves operating, setting, and progressively programming CNC machinery to produce high-precision components for aerospace and defence applications. The candidate will receive hands-on mentoring and training, working alongside senior engineers in a supportive environment focused on skill development and long-term career growth. Emphasis is placed on precision manufacturing, reading technical drawings, and adapting to a high-spec engineering workspace.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Cm133Xl, United Kingdom £25 pa

Business Development Lead Defence

Lead business development efforts in the defence sector by identifying and capturing opportunities with government, military, and prime contractor customers. Develop winning strategies, manage stakeholder relationships, and translate technical capabilities into mission-focused solutions. Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver compliant, competitive proposals aligned with national security requirements.

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

Business Development Manager - Defence Technology

Drive sales strategy and market development within a technical consultancy focused on UK Defence, engaging with military commands, government stakeholders, and technology partners. Own the full sales lifecycle from opportunity creation to negotiation and closure, with handover and account growth. Operate in complex engineering, R&D, and capability-led solution environments across Defence, Maritime, or Space/Satellite domains.

Technical Futures Ltd Cb101Ny, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa

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

Lead Electronics Engineer

This role involves leading the end-to-end development of high-reliability electronics for space and defence applications, with a focus on FPGA and ASIC-based systems. The Lead Electronics Engineer will design high-speed digital circuits, oversee complex HDI PCB development, and guide multidisciplinary teams through integration and space qualification. It is a senior technical leadership position requiring deep expertise in safety-critical hardware design and advanced manufacturing processes.

Platform Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £90,000 – £110,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Shipping Manager / Officer

Organise domestic and international shipments of satellite components and sensitive payloads, ensuring compliance with UK export controls, ITAR/EAR regulations, and customs requirements. Manage relationships with freight forwarders, oversee shipping documentation, and improve logistics processes within a high-tech aerospace and defence environment.

Hays Procurement Jobs Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Systems Engineering Lead

This role involves leading system-level architecture and integration for defence vehicle platforms, focusing on chassis, steering, suspension, and mobility performance. The engineer will manage requirements capture, subsystem integration, and vehicle-level verification across the development lifecycle. Key responsibilities include cross-functional coordination, trade-off analysis, and ensuring compliance with defence standards through rigorous testing and hazard analysis.

Matchtech Warwickshire, United Kingdom £45 – £55 ph

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Avionics Systems Engineer

Our client, a prominent organisation within the Defence and Security sector, is actively seeking a Avionics Systems Engineer to join their innovative team at RAF Coningsby. This permanent role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge defence technologies, contributing to...

Matchtech Lincolnshire, United Kingdom £42,000 – £55,000 pa

Senior FPGA Engineer Cambridgeshire - Morgan McKinley

This role involves designing and implementing high-performance FPGA solutions for advanced applications in radar, communications, and sensing. You'll work across the full development lifecycle using AMD (Xilinx) Zynq SoC devices, collaborating with hardware and software teams to deliver robust, integrated systems. The position emphasizes innovation, technical leadership, and client-facing engagement in a consultancy environment tackling diverse, high-impact projects.

eFinancialCareers Cambridge, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required