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Lead Systems Engineer – Space

This role involves leading the development and delivery of advanced satellite and ground systems for secure military communications. Responsibilities include managing system requirements, integration, verification, and validation, as well as coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure successful programme execution.

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

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

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Lead AIT Engineer (Satellite Delivery)

This role involves leading the Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) function for two active satellite missions, ensuring campaigns are delivered on schedule and all test anomalies are formally closed. The position requires hands-on experience in cleanroom environments, familiarity with AIT procedures, and the ability to manage risks and document processes meticulously.

Exobotics Ltd London, United Kingdom £62,000 – £82,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Defence Sales Manager

The Defence Sales Manager will manage and prioritize defence and security sales opportunities across key UK and international territories. Responsibilities include developing relationships with military and government stakeholders, pursuing new business opportunities, and coordinating with commercial teams to ensure aligned messaging and campaign execution.

Redline Group Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £80,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Defence Sales Manager

The Defence Sales Manager will manage and prioritize defence and security sales opportunities, develop relationships with military and government stakeholders, and support complex sales campaigns. The role involves coordinating with international teams, mentoring junior sales personnel, and representing the company at industry events.

Redline Group Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £80,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Project Manager (Defence and Aerospace)

As a Project Manager in the Defence and Aerospace sector, you will manage client and business expectations during test and certification projects, ensuring they meet contractual deliverables and timelines. You will work closely with clients, test supervisors, and internal resources to deliver high-quality testing services, including environmental, mechanical, and EMC testing, while maintaining profitability and customer satisfaction.

TÜV SÜD Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Software Engineer - DV Sponsorship (Defence Systems & Satcoms)

In this role, you will lead a small team of developers in building secure, mission-critical systems for defence and government clients. You will work on advanced satellite communications and secure networking platforms, using technologies like Python, ReactJS, NodeJS, and MySQL, while managing CI/CD pipelines and supporting complex technical issues.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Redhill, RH1 1RJ, United Kingdom £75,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Panel Wirer/Electrical Fitter (Aerospace/Defence)

The role involves wiring large-scale projects using techniques like cabinet, rack, and box wiring, creating and securing wire/cable harnesses and looms, and terminating various connector types. You will work on projects across sectors like Aerospace, Defence, Healthcare, and Energy, with opportunities for career progression and technical development.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1GP, United Kingdom £30,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Embedded Firmware Engineer (C/C++) – Defence Systems

This role involves hands-on embedded firmware development and testing, working closely with a multi-disciplinary engineering team to ensure that software, hardware, and mechanical elements function correctly in real-world conditions. You'll be responsible for setting up tests, debugging issues, and improving testing processes in an Agile environment.

Standard 8 Canterbury, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Technical Project Manager

This Technical Project Manager role involves working with multiple departments to capture requirements, generate technical specifications, and lead the resolution of technical issues. You will be part of 1-3 projects at a time, focusing on sub-systems and components, and collaborating with a cross-functional team to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Project Finance Analyst

Job Description:SECURITY CLEARANCE:Must have or be able to obtain UK Eyes Only SC Security Clearance via the UK Intelligence Community (UKIC) process.LOCATION:Stevenage or Portsmouth (with some hybrid working available subject to our Hybrid Working Policy)TYPE:Full timeWHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUFinancial...

Airbus Defence and Space Stevenage, United Kingdom

Flight Test Engineer/Instructor

This role involves delivering and developing ground and in-flight instruction for flight test professionals, assessing and grading student performance, and contributing to course development. The position is based at MOD Boscombe Down, a key site for aviation and aerospace testing and evaluation.

Thomas Search Amesbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7EZ, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Firmware Design Engineer

Copello are working with a Defence client who is looking for a Firmware Design Engineer to join their firmware team. The team is responsible for the development and maintenance of the firmware used in its anti-jam avionics products. The successful...

Copello Buckingham, United Kingdom

Product Quality Engineer

The Product Quality Engineer role involves ensuring compliance with quality standards, managing supplier audits, and supporting continuous improvement activities within Saab's Sensor Systems Business Unit. Key responsibilities include internal quality management, supplier qualification, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on the defence and aerospace industries.

Saab United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Radars Support Technician

The role involves providing customer-facing technical support for radar systems, including installation, maintenance, fault-finding, and training. The position requires extensive travel, including international deployments, and involves working in demanding environments with the UK military.

Saab

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Group Quality Systems Engineer

The Group Quality Systems Engineer will support the development and continuous improvement of the organisation's Business Management System across multiple aerospace and defence manufacturing sites. This role involves standardising processes, ensuring compliance with quality standards, driving digital transformation, and leading cross-functional improvement initiatives. The engineer will work on process mapping, documentation, audit support, and data analysis to enhance operational efficiency and system effectiveness.

A1 PERSONNEL EMPLOYMENT AGENCY LIMITED De248Zf, United Kingdom £45,000 – £47,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Electronic Architect

As an Electronic Architect, you will contribute to the development of precision defence products, defining electronic and electrical architecture, and ensuring compliance with customer requirements. You will manage technical elements, engage with stakeholders, and participate in R&D activities for safety-critical electronic systems.

Electus Recruitment Stevenage, United Kingdom £60,000 – £72,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

DIG - Spacecraft Operator Engineer

This role involves real-time spacecraft operations, developing operational procedures, and collaborating with engineering teams to support mission planning and execution. The engineer will contribute to spacecraft commissioning, anomaly investigations, and the improvement of operational tools. Work includes on-call duties and coordination across flight dynamics, ground systems, and mission control teams.

Matchtech Alton, Hampshire, United Kingdom £55 – £74 ph

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required