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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

Quality Engineer

This role involves ensuring the quality and reliability of advanced printed circuit boards (PCBs) used in highly regulated sectors such as aerospace and defence. The Quality Engineer will conduct inspections, perform reliability testing, and carry out internal audits on incoming and outgoing products. With full training provided, the role supports career development in a high-growth, technically advanced manufacturing environment.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Telford, TF3 4HB, United Kingdom £30,000 – £35,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Quality Inspector

This role involves hands-on inspection of precision-machined and fabricated components throughout all stages of production, from incoming materials to final product release. The inspector ensures compliance with engineering drawings, AS9100 standards, and customer specifications using conventional tools and advanced equipment like CMM and FARO Arm. The position supports quality documentation, non-conformance resolution, and continuous improvement within a growing aerospace and defence manufacturing environment.

SA Manufacturing Ltd Bs57Ep, United Kingdom

Quality Inspector – Aerospace Engineering

Inspect precision machined components throughout the manufacturing process using manual and CMM methods. Work closely with production teams to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and tight tolerances. Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections while maintaining quality documentation in a high-precision aerospace and defence subcontract environment.

Olive and Cedar Recruitment Ltd Hayes, London, BR2 7JF, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

Technical Customer Support And Repairs Technician

An opportunity has arisen for a Technical Customer Support & Repairs Technician to join a leading developer of high-performance embedded computing, RF and mission-critical electronic systems supplying customers across the aerospace, defence, security, communications and other highly regulated technology markets.The...

Redline Group Aldermaston Soke, Berkshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £50,000 pa

Product Test Engineer

This role involves hands-on electrical and RF testing of satellite avionics hardware, including developing and executing test plans for digital, analogue, and mixed-signal systems. The engineer will debug circuit-level issues, maintain test rigs, and contribute to process improvements and test automation. Close collaboration with design and production teams ensures robust, high-reliability testing aligned with space industry standards.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Electrical Tester - Rolling Stock

Job title: Electrical Test TechnicianJob location: Derby, DerbyshireHourly pay rate: £28.44 Days/£30.75 Morn/£33.05 Afters (Umbrella)Shifts: Days, Mornings and AftersHours per week: 37 hours a week + O/TDuration: 12 Months+ (predicted)Start date: ASAPIndustries considered: RAF, Rail, Rolling Stock, REME, Army, Navy,...

Shorterm Group Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AE, United Kingdom £28 – £53 ph

Electrical Tester (Rolling Stock)

Job title: Electrical Test TechnicianJob location: Derby, DerbyshireHourly pay rate: Mornings £18.29 Paye or £23.19 UmbrellaAfternoons £19.64 Paye or £24.95 UmbrellaShifts: Mornings and AftersHours per week: 37 hours a weekDuration: 12 Months+ (predicted)Start date: ASAPIndustries considered: RAF, Rail, Rolling Stock,...

Shorterm Group Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AE, United Kingdom £18 – £20 ph

CNC Engineer

This role involves operating and setting CNC machines and secondary operation equipment to produce precision-engineered components for the aerospace sector. The CNC Engineer will work with materials like aluminium, stainless steel, and Inconel, ensuring parts meet tight tolerances through accurate measurement and inspection. A key focus is on continuous improvement of manufacturing efficiency, quality control, and safety, with an expectation to learn centreless grinding as part of the role.

Gregory Martin International Ss41Ne, United Kingdom £33,000 – £37,000 pa

Avionics RTE&IVVQ Engineer

A Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space is a global space manufacturer delivering, for more than 40 years, high-tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth Observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures. Thanks to our...

Thales Alenia Space Italy

Satellite Operations Engineer

This role involves direct operations of live Earth Observation satellites, covering commissioning, in-orbit testing, health monitoring, and anomaly resolution. The engineer will develop operational procedures, support mission readiness, and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance automation and mission performance. Work includes on-call duties and close coordination with ground segment teams to ensure mission success.

GCS United Kingdom £55,000 – £60,000 pa

Service Delivery Manager – Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)

This role involves leading Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and Post Design Support (PDS) activities for a complex defence programme, ensuring supportability is embedded from design through in-service phases. The Service Delivery Manager acts as the primary liaison with MoD stakeholders and partner organisations, overseeing technical delivery, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering and logistics. Key responsibilities include developing the Integrated Support Plan, managing obsolescence and disposal, and driving continuous improvement in supportability practices.

Lockheed Martin Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £62,000 – £78,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Satellite Communications Engineer

Design and develop RF communications subsystems for next-generation spacecraft across the full mission lifecycle, from concept to testing and operations. Perform link budget analysis, RF modelling, and verification activities in collaboration with systems engineering and mission operations teams. Support hardware integration, environmental testing, and technical reviews with external suppliers in a multidisciplinary space engineering environment.

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

Electronics Trainer

As an Electronics Trainer, you will deliver high-impact technical training to defence personnel, covering areas like electronics, radar, telecommunications, and avionics systems. You will prepare and deliver engaging training modules, collaborate with internal and external teams, and continuously improve the quality of training.

First Military Recruitment Lyneham, Wiltshire, SN15 4PS, United Kingdom £44,000 – £46,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Mission Operations Preparation Engineer

This role involves preparing spacecraft missions for operational success by developing procedures, tools, and strategies across the mission lifecycle. The engineer will work closely with systems, software, and flight operations teams to ensure spacecraft designs are operable and validated through testing and simulation. It's a collaborative position focused on mission readiness, operational problem-solving, and supporting live operations in a cutting-edge space technology environment.

Holt Executive Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £94,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Senior AIT RF Communications Engineer

A Senior AIT RF Communications Engineer to lead satellite payload integration and testing, focusing on RF systems validation, environmental testing, and cross-functional team leadership. The role involves hands-on development of test procedures, RF chain characterisation, and technical mentorship within a high-precision space engineering environment.

IO Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required