Latest Defence Jobs

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Environmental Test Engineer

This role involves performing environmental and electrical testing of spacecraft systems and components, including preparation, execution, and documentation of tests. You will work in a close-knit team on high-profile projects like ARIEL, Vigil, and ExoMars Rover, ensuring strict compliance with quality and safety standards.

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent Clearance Required
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Systems Engineer

This role involves collaborating with the R&D team to develop and deploy SDR solutions, focusing on systems-level integration, RF chain performance, and real-time communication protocols. You will bridge the gap between clients and engineers, ensuring projects stay on track while contributing to cutting-edge RF technologies.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Engineer - Product Security Edgewing

This role involves applying product security principles to the design and development of advanced defence systems within a digital engineering environment. The engineer will conduct threat modelling, risk assessments, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity airworthiness standards such as DO-326B. Working within the Edgewing joint venture, the position plays a hands-on role in shaping security posture for next-generation aerospace platforms.

Appcastenterprise Frimley, United Kingdom £59,490 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Procurement Leader

You will lead end-to-end procurement activities for the Dreadnought programme, engaging with MOD stakeholders and managing major international contracts. Your role involves sourcing, negotiating, and ensuring supplier performance, with a focus on cost, quality, and schedule targets.

Appcastenterprise Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 2LD, United Kingdom £50,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Thermofluids Engineer

This role involves analysing and optimising the thermal performance of electrical components such as EEC units, power electronics, and energy storage systems using CFD and experimental data. The engineer will work across the product lifecycle, collaborating with design, safety, and systems teams to deliver thermally efficient solutions in a regulated aerospace and power systems environment. Emphasis is placed on innovation, process improvement, and the use of advanced simulation tools.

Rolls Royce Solihull, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Control System Engineer

Job DescriptionControl Systems EngineerFull timeBristolWhy join Rolls-Royce?At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.By...

Rolls Royce Bristol, United Kingdom

Senior Electronics Engineer (Embedded)

As a Senior Electronics Engineer, you will lead the design and development of the On-Board Data Handling (OBDH) system for Open Cosmos' satellite platform. You will mentor junior engineers, manage product development across multiple projects, and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure robust, high-performance electronics for space missions.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Embedded Systems Engineer

The role involves designing and developing real-time embedded software and firmware for critical hardware in both ground and space systems. Responsibilities include FPGA and firmware development, building embedded C/C++ applications, and optimizing performance in constrained environments.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Electrical Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team developing cutting-edge flight simulation technology. These systems replicate real-world aircraft environments and play a critical role in pilot training and aviation safety worldwide.This role offers...

Holt Executive West Sussex, United Kingdom

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will work on the design and development of UAV/drone launch systems, developing mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of complex parts and assemblies. They will use CAD tools like SolidWorks, perform engineering calculations, and support in-house prototype builds.

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Hr36Pb, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Engineering Technician (mechatronic)

Engineering technician - mechanical, mechatronics or electrical Advanced Biomedical Technology | West London full time on site This is a rare opportunity to join a growing company at the forefront of advanced biomedical engineering. Are you an HNC (or higher)...

NEUTRA Notting Barns, Greater London

Electrical Design Engineer

Job Specification: Electrical Design EngineerLocation: Birmingham City Centre (Full-time, On-site)Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (DOE)Sector: Naval, Marine & DefenseRole OverviewOur client is seeking a highly skilledElectrical Design Engineer to join their specialist engineering team in Birmingham. In this role, you will...

Morgan McKinley Birmingham, United Kingdom CA$50,000 – CA$65,000 pa

Architecte Accès pour constellation - Projet Iris² H/F

Lieu : Toulouse, FranceConstruisons ensemble un avenir de confianceThales est un leader mondial des hautes technologies spécialisé dans trois secteurs d’activité : Défense & Sécurité, Aéronautique & Spatial, et Cyber & Digital. Il développe des produits et solutions qui contribuent...

Thales Alenia Space France

Délégué RAN4 F/H

Lieu : Toulouse, FranceConstruisons ensemble un avenir de confianceThales est un leader mondial des hautes technologies spécialisé dans trois secteurs d’activité : Défense & Sécurité, Aéronautique & Spatial, et Cyber & Digital. Il développe des produits et solutions qui contribuent...

Thales Alenia Space France
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Principal RF Engineer

This role involves owning and continuously improving the TDOA, FDOA, and AoA geolocation algorithms for a commercial space-based RF system. You will work hands-on with real-world data, diagnose performance issues, and develop and validate algorithms to enhance system accuracy and capabilities.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent