Latest Defence & Intelligence Jobs

Finance Manager

The Finance Manager will actively contribute to the growth of the business by evaluating new programmes, developing pricing models, and providing financial advice to project teams. The role involves complex financial analysis, bid preparation, and supporting strategic decision-making within a dedicated finance team.

Airbus Defence and Space United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

SCOF Systems Engineer

The role involves maintaining the operational state of the SCOF ground segment equipment, including RF systems, modems, and communications systems. Responsibilities include providing on-call support, maintaining system drawings, and identifying opportunities for system upgrades and enhancements.

Airbus Defence and Space East Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Design Engineer

This role involves mechanical design engineering for unmanned aerospace systems, focusing on CAD design, multidisciplinary integration, and product development from concept to testing. The engineer will work on advanced technologies including all-electric propulsion and eVTOL applications, contributing to aircraft-level optimisation and system verification within a defence and security context.

Saab Mk437Ta, MK43 7TA, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Software Engineer

The Lead Software Engineer will design and implement software solutions for underwater robotics applications, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects. Responsibilities include leading the development of software architectures, ensuring safety and quality, and mentoring junior engineers.

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

RF Payload Engineer

The RF Payload Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing the RF payload of secure military communication satellites. This involves creating detailed RF systems, circuitry, and architectures, performing link analysis, and optimizing performance. The role is mission-critical and offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to national security.

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

On-site Permanent

Senior RF Systems Engineer (Ground Segment)

This role involves designing and developing advanced RF systems for mission-critical military communications satellites. You will work on high-frequency and microwave applications, including RF circuitry, antennas, and system architectures, contributing to the performance and resilience of next-generation systems.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £72,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Software & Control Systems Engineers

Design and develop control, monitoring, and embedded software systems for aerospace applications across the full engineering lifecycle. Work on safety-critical systems using model-based design, systems integration, and software verification in a regulated environment.

Rolls Royce United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Software & Control Systems Engineers

Design and develop control, monitoring, and embedded software systems for aerospace applications across the full engineering lifecycle. Work on safety-critical systems using model-based design, simulation, and verification methods within regulated environments. Collaborate on integrated solutions for high-performance defence programmes.

Rolls Royce

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Software Engineer

You will design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software solutions for mission-critical operations in the Defence and National Security sector. Collaborate with a skilled team to solve complex technical challenges using modern front-end and backend technologies, cloud platforms, and DevOps practices.

Addition Farnborough, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Electrical Technician

This role involves building, wiring, and testing electrical control systems and machinery based on engineering drawings, with responsibilities including fault finding, diagnostics, and on-site installation support. The technician will work primarily at a manufacturing facility in Telford but will also travel internationally to commission equipment at customer sites across Europe, the USA, and Japan. The position requires strong practical electrical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely within project teams.

Meritus Talent Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £28,000 – £35,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Controls Engineer

The role involves developing and commissioning bespoke automation systems using PLC programming for industrial applications across sectors like Aerospace and Defence. The engineer will work on control software, configure drives and communication protocols, and provide on-site support during system commissioning and customer training. Regular UK and international travel is required as part of the job.

Meritus Talent Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Systems Integration Engineer

This role involves leading the integration of UAV platforms, bridging design, production, and external partners to scale from prototype to repeatable manufacturing. The engineer will drive standardisation, resolve technical integration issues, and ensure system-wide compatibility across mechanical, electrical, avionics, and mission systems. Responsibilities include hands-on assembly, test readiness, documentation, and supporting manufacturing partners across Europe.

Electus Recruitment London, United Kingdom £50,000 – £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Manufacturing Process Engineer

This role involves driving process improvements and leading continuous improvement initiatives within a high-investment manufacturing environment. The engineer will support production through technical problem-solving, root cause analysis, and implementation of automation and new equipment. Collaboration with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams ensures efficient and effective manufacturing processes in the aerospace and defence sector.

JMT Engineering Recruitment Plymouth, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Automation Engineer

This role involves designing and developing automation solutions, CI/CD pipelines, and data-driven workflows within a security operations centre environment. The engineer will integrate AI-assisted practices, build scalable cloud-based solutions using Azure, and create operational dashboards with Power BI to enhance cyber defence capabilities. Collaboration with security and operational teams ensures engineering standards evolve to meet high-performance demands in a national security context.

Sopra Steria Farnborough, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Embedded Engineer x2 - SC Cleared - Up to

As a Senior Embedded Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and expertise, working directly with customers in the Aerospace and Defence sectors. You will mentor junior team members and contribute to various programmes, focusing on embedded software development and real-time operating systems.

Morgan McKinley Hampshire, United Kingdom £80,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required