Latest Defence & Intelligence Jobs

STAGE - Ingénieur Data & IA pour les Composants Optiques Spatiaux - F/H

This internship involves structuring and enriching data on optical components for space applications, developing AI tools for data extraction and classification, and creating visualizations to support strategic decision-making. The role offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Thales Alenia Space Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, France

On-site Internship

STAGE – Ingénieur IA appliquée à l'exploitation Cloud – F / H

This internship involves working on a private cloud platform used by over 70 projects. You will analyze supervision data to improve incident detection and resolution using AI and Machine Learning, contributing to AIOps, observability, and automation efforts.

Thales Alenia Space Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, France

Head of Systems Engineering

The Head of Systems Engineering role involves strategic leadership and technical authority over the Systems Engineering discipline, ensuring alignment with Lifecycle Management processes and customer requirements. Responsibilities include governance, capability development, and leading a team of engineers in designing and verifying complex aerospace and defence solutions.

Saab Oakley, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Export Control Officer

The Export Control Coordinator will support global export compliance activities, including preparing and submitting export licence applications, maintaining compliance records, and coordinating international shipments. The role involves working closely with engineering teams and providing export control advice to projects and procurement teams.

Saab Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Software & Control Systems Engineers

This role involves developing control, monitoring, and software solutions for aerospace systems across the full engineering lifecycle, from architecture and design to verification and deployment. Engineers will work on safety-critical systems using model-based design and systems integration techniques within a regulated environment. The position supports Defence programmes and requires collaboration across disciplines to deliver high-performance, reliable aerospace technology.

Rolls Royce Derby, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Design & Product Definition Engineers

This role involves mechanical component design, product definition, and integration within aerospace and defence systems. Engineers will work on complex mechanical systems including turbomachinery, transmission systems, and structural installations, ensuring designs are manufacturable and certifiable. The position requires strong technical drawing skills and experience in high-integrity engineering environments.

Rolls Royce Derby, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Process Engineer

This role involves developing and optimising advanced semiconductor and RF module assembly processes, with a focus on die attach and wire/ribbon bonding technologies. The engineer will work closely with RF teams to mature manufacturing techniques for scalable, reliable production. Key responsibilities include process control, yield improvement, and supporting new product introductions in a high-frequency electronics environment.

Filtronic Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Product Assurance Payload Lead

The Product Assurance Payload Lead will ensure the quality, reliability, and compliance of space payload products throughout their lifecycle. Responsibilities include leading product assurance activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.

Filtronic Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Principal Consultant Systems Engineering

The Principal Consultant - Systems Engineering role involves leading major consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Responsibilities include providing strategic advice on systems engineering approaches, developing architectures and technical roadmaps, and mentoring junior consultants. The role also involves business development, identifying opportunities, and contributing to bids.

Gregory Martin International Chippenham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

Senior Project Manager

Lead the end-to-end delivery of satellite constellation missions from contract award through development, launch, and in-orbit commissioning. Provide strategic leadership across engineering, operations, and commercial functions while managing technical, financial, and contractual performance. Serve as the primary customer interface and drive cross-functional teams to deliver complex space systems on time and within budget.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Project Manager

This role involves managing space projects from concept to launch, leading a team through all stages of mission development, and ensuring compliance with SSTL's procedures. You'll handle project planning, risk management, financial performance, and stakeholder engagement.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

Systems Engineering Consultant

The role involves leading major consulting projects in systems engineering, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Responsibilities include strategic advice on defence programs, developing architectures and technical roadmaps, and mentoring junior consultants. The position requires extensive experience in defence systems engineering, stakeholder engagement, and business development.

Gregory Martin International Portsmouth, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

Embedded Software Engineer - Security Clearance - Cambridge

This role involves developing and enhancing embedded systems for advanced security technologies used in defence, aerospace, and telecommunications. You'll work alongside multidisciplinary experts to solve complex technical challenges involving radio, satellite, radar, and sensor systems. Projects are diverse and bespoke, focusing on both client-driven and internal R&D initiatives using C/C++ in a highly innovative environment.

Newton Colmore Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior/Principal Structural Engineer- Aerospace

This role involves performing static strength analysis on metallic and composite aerospace structures, building and running FEA models, and supporting structural testing. You will work closely with design, manufacturing, and test teams, and have the opportunity to influence the design and performance of cutting-edge aerospace structures.

Copello Bristol, Bristol City, United Kingdom £40,000 – £75,000 pa

Senior Electronics Design Engineer || Reading

This role involves leading the design of electronic circuits and systems, reviewing customer requirements, preparing bills of materials, managing project risks, and mentoring engineers. The position is based in Reading and supports aerospace, defence, and industrial sectors.

Proactive Earley, Berkshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £65,000 pa