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Obsolescence Engineer Remote working in the U.K 12 Month contract Up to £53 p/h Outside IR35 We are looking for an experienced Obsolescence Engineer to join a high-profile engineering programme within the defence sector. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in managing component and equipment obsolescence, ensuring long-term supportability and reducing technical risk across complex systems. Working within an established engineering team, you will investigate obsolescence issues, assess risks, develop mitigation strategies, and produce robust technical evidence to support engineering change decisions. Key Responsibilities Deliver obsolescence management activities in accordance with the project Obsolescence Management Plan (OMP). Review and maintain the Obsolescence Management Plan throughout the project life cycle. Investigate engineering Change Queries (CQIs) and provide timely technical assessments. Evaluate obsolescence risks and develop effective mitigation strategies in line with IEC 62402 . Produce high-quality solution documents to support Change Query Final Answers (CQFAs). Work closely with engineering, support, supply chain and project teams to identify suitable replacement components and long-term support solutions. Ensure technical documentation is accurate, complete and compliant with project governance requirements. Support engineering reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of obsolescence management processes. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in obsolescence management, component engineering, ILS, support engineering or a similar engineering discipline. Experience working within Defence, Aerospace, Naval or other highly regulated engineering environments. Knowledge of IEC 62402 or recognised obsolescence management practices. Experience investigating engineering issues and producing technical reports or solution documentation. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to agreed service levels and delivery timescales. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Senior Test Engineer - Electro-Optics/Electronics Clearance: SC required Positions: 2 We are seeking Senior Test Engineers to support the development and testing of advanced electro-optical and electronic products and test equipment within a major Aerospace & Defence engineering environment in Basildon. The role will involve hands-on laboratory testing, test system development, instrumentation, diagnostics and verification across products incorporating electronic, mechanical, optical and software components . Key Responsibilities Develop and execute test strategies, procedures and test solutions. Support the design, integration and commissioning of test systems. Perform hands-on laboratory testing, measurement and diagnostics . Work with electrical and electro-optical test instrumentation and analyse test data. Support integration, verification and validation activities. Interpret product-level test requirements and contribute to structured engineering processes. Produce and review technical documentation, test procedures and user instructions. Work collaboratively with hardware, software, optical and systems engineers . Essential Experience HND or higher in Systems, Electrical, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline. Practical experience in one or more of: Electrical testing Electro-optics Environmental testing Acoustic testing Hands-on lab-based testing, diagnostics and measurement . Good understanding of test instrumentation and data analysis . Experience working within structured engineering life cycles/processes . Strong attention to detail and organisation. Good written and verbal communication skills. Collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary engineering teams. SC clearance or ability to obtain SC clearance. Desirable LabVIEW, MATLAB or similar test software Soldering experience Mechanical design and STTE Industry-standard ECAD tools Understanding of environmental effects on hardware performance This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Test Engineer/Electronics Test Engineer/Systems Test Engineer/Electro-Optical Test Engineer to work on complex technology within a leading Aerospace & Defence engineering environment.

Contract Principal RF Engineer Edinburgh (Hybrid - typically 3 days onsite) *Security Clearance is essential* Up to £75 p/h Inside IR35 We're looking for an experienced security cleared Principal RF Engineer to join a team developing next-generation RF and microwave technology for advanced defence and aerospace programmes. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge radar and sensing technologies, contributing to the development of complex RF systems that will shape future air and defence capabilities. You'll play a key role throughout the complete hardware development life cycle, from concept through to integration and production, working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams. Due to the nature of the work and security requirements, this is a hybrid position with the majority of time spent onsite in Edinburgh (typically around three days per week, depending on project requirements). Essential Skills & Experience Live security clearance (SC) RF and Microwave subsystem design RF system integration and verification Microwave circuit design and analysis RF laboratory measurements, including Signal generators, Spectrum analysers and Vector Network Analysers (VNAs) Microwave design and simulation tools GaAs and/or GaN MMIC design and application Passive microwave structure design Low phase noise design and measurement Microwave component selection Technical documentation and report writing Design reviews and engineering life cycle management Please only apply if you hold live security clearance and are willing/able to be based onsite in Edinburg on average Three days a week (Project dependant).

We are currently looking for an experienced Third Line Citrix SME to join a specialist support team working within a secure UK environment. This is a hands-on, technical role for an experienced Citrix professional who enjoys complex troubleshooting, taking ownership of technical issues and delivering robust solutions in a large-scale enterprise environment. Key Responsibilities Provide expert third-line support for complex Citrix-related incidents and problems. Act as a technical point of escalation for Citrix infrastructure issues. Support and maintain Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, Citrix Cloud and NetScaler ADC. Lead complex troubleshooting, root cause analysis and problem resolution. Manage and optimise Citrix policies, profiles and the end-user experience. Support patching, upgrades, migrations and ongoing improvements. Work closely with engineering and architecture teams on Citrix infrastructure initiatives. Support proactive defect management and technical assurance activities. Work collaboratively with internal teams and stakeholders while maintaining a strong customer service focus. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Third Line/Senior Citrix Support role. Strong hands-on experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops . Experience supporting Citrix Cloud . Strong knowledge of NetScaler ADC . Experience with Citrix Workspace Environment Management (WEM) . Experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy and FSLogix . Virtualisation experience, including VMware, Hyper-V and/or XenServer . Experience with Ivanti . Strong understanding of ITIL processes and enterprise support environments. Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills. Experience with SysTrack or Nexthink would be beneficial, although training can be provided.

DV Cleared DevOps Architect - Secure Platforms Location: Fulltime onsite at a secure UK Site (Farnborough, Erskine or Newcastle with Two days a week in Corsham p/w) Contract: Initial 7 Months - £95 p/h Inside IR35 Clearance: Active DV Clearance Required, please do NOT apply if you do not hold DV clearance. We are seeking an experienced DV cleared contract DevOps Architect to lead the design, implementation and assurance of secure DevOps tooling platforms within highly regulated, air-gapped environments. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll architect and deliver integrated DevOps capabilities supporting critical UK Government programmes. Working closely with engineering, security and operational teams, you'll ensure the DevOps toolchain is secure, resilient, automated and fully aligned with strict security and accreditation requirements. If you have extensive experience designing DevOps platforms in secure environments and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, we'd like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Lead the architecture, design and implementation of enterprise DevOps platforms. Design and integrate secure DevOps ecosystems within offline (air-gapped) environments. Build and optimise CI/CD pipelines using GitLab. Design workflows and reporting within Jira. Develop structured documentation and knowledge management solutions using Confluence. Deliver automation and configuration management using Ansible. Design secure software promotion, patching and update processes for disconnected environments. Implement Infrastructure as Code and automation best practices. Conduct technical design reviews, security assessments and compliance assurance activities. Produce High-Level Designs (HLDs), Low-Level Designs (LLDs), security documentation and operational runbooks. Work closely with delivery, infrastructure and security teams across secure customer sites. Travel to the Corsham site Two days per week Essential Skills & Experience DV Cleared currently Proven experience as a DevOps Architect or Senior DevOps Engineer within secure or highly regulated environments. Experience designing and supporting DevOps platforms within air-gapped/offline environments. GitLab (Repositories, Runners, CI/CD Pipelines) Confluence Ansible Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Configuration Management CI/CD Secure software delivery Experience managing package repositories, artefact repositories and controlled software updates. Knowledge of build and release management, access control, auditability and change traceability. Experience with VMware technologies. Experience producing technical documentation including HLDs, LLDs, SOPs and security architecture documentation. What's on offer Initial 7-month contract with the potential for extension. Opportunity to work on nationally significant, security-sensitive programmes. Highly technical architecture role with real ownership and influence. Work alongside experienced DevOps, Infrastructure and Security specialists using modern automation and platform technologies. If you're an experienced DevOps Architect with a background in secure platforms, automation and air-gapped environments, we'd like to hear from you.

Contract DV Cleared PKI Architect - Secure Platforms Location: Fulltime onsite at a secure UK Site (Farnborough, Erskine or Newcastle with Two days a week in Corsham p/w) Contract: Initial 7 Months - £96 p/h Inside IR35 Clearance: Active DV Clearance Required We are seeking an experienced DV cleared PKI Architect to lead the design, implementation and assurance of enterprise PKI services within highly secure, air-gapped environments. This is an opportunity to work on a critical UK Government programme, delivering the cryptographic trust services that underpin secure communications, authentication and identity across mission-critical infrastructure. You'll provide technical leadership throughout the full life cycle of a secure PKI implementation, from architecture and design through to deployment, governance and operational assurance, working closely with infrastructure, security and engineering teams in high-assurance environments. Essential Experience Proven experience as a PKI Architect or senior PKI Engineer within large enterprise environments. Strong experience designing and implementing PKI within secure or air-gapped environments. Excellent knowledge of: X.509 certificates, Certificate chains and trust models, Certificate life cycle management, CRL and OCSP architectures and Cryptographic policy and governance Experience designing secure operational models including dual control, separation of duties and privileged administration. Experience producing technical documentation including HLDs, LLDs, SOPs and operational runbooks. Strong understanding of cryptographic principles and secure key management. Experience working within environments aligned to UK Government and MOD security standards would be highly beneficial, including familiarity with: JSP 440, JSP 604, NCSC Security Design Principles, Secure by Design methodologies and Risk and assurance documentation supporting accreditation activities Key Responsibilities Travel to Corsham site Two days per week Lead the architecture, design and implementation of enterprise PKI solutions within secure offline (air-gapped) environments. Design and implement PKI components including Offline Root CAs, Issuing CAs and Registration Authorities. Develop secure certificate life cycle processes covering issuance, renewal, revocation and recovery. Design secure certificate distribution and revocation mechanisms suitable for disconnected networks. Define cryptographic governance including Certificate Policies (CP), Certificate Practice Statements (CPS) and operational standards. Design secure key management processes including generation, storage, backup, recovery and destruction. Produce High Level Designs (HLDs), Low Level Designs (LLDs), operational procedures and technical documentation. Integrate PKI services with enterprise technologies including Microsoft Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS), Group Policy, 802.1X, VPN, TLS, code signing and device identity services. Provide technical leadership during troubleshooting, incident response and continuous service improvement. Work closely with security architects, infrastructure teams and stakeholders to ensure solutions meet security and compliance requirements. If you are an experienced PKI Architect looking to work on one of the UK's most technically challenging secure infrastructure programmes, we'd like to hear from you.

Principal/Lead Hardware Engineer (Contract) Luton based - 4 days a week onsite SC Clearance is essential Up to £70 p/h Inside IR35 I'm working with a leading engineering organisation delivering some of the UK's most advanced defence technology programmes and am looking to speak with experienced security cleared Principal/Lead Hardware Engineers. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge electronic systems deployed across airborne, maritime and land-based platforms, designing mission-critical hardware that supports real-world operational capability. What you'll be working on: High-speed digital and mixed-signal hardware design FPGA & SoC-based architectures (Xilinx, AMD, Intel/Altera) High-speed interfaces including DDR, PCIe & Ethernet Complex multilayer PCB design and schematic capture Hardware integration, verification and system qualification Board-level debugging using industry-standard test equipment Collaboration across Systems, Firmware, Software, RF and Mechanical Engineering teams We're looking for engineers with experience in: High-speed digital electronics FPGA-based hardware design Embedded systems integration Altium, Xpedition, OrCAD or similar design tools Signal integrity, EMC/EMI and hardware verification Aerospace, Defence or other safety-critical engineering environments -Electronic Warfare, Radar, RF Systems, Communications, Sensor Systems or DO-254, DEF STAN or MIL-STD environments This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team delivering complex programmes from concept through to integration, qualification and customer acceptance. If you're interested, or know someone who could be a great fit, please get in touch or send me a direct message.

Project Engineering lead Luton | Hybrid (4 Days Onsite) 12-Month Contract - Up to £77 p/h Inside IR35 SC Clearance Required Are you an experienced Security Cleared Project Engineering lead/Engineering Work Package Manager looking to play a key role on cutting-edge defence programmes? Synergize Consulting is supporting a leading Defence & Security Prime in the recruitment of several Engineering Work Package Managers to join a high-performing Integrated Project Team delivering complex mission-critical engineering solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to work on advanced aerospace systems, leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams through the full project life cycle, from concept and design through to integration and delivery. The Role Working within an Integrated Project Team (IPT), you will take ownership of engineering work packages, ensuring delivery of compliant, high-quality technical solutions that meet customer, contractual, regulatory and business requirements. You'll be responsible for balancing technical performance, cost and schedule while providing leadership across multiple engineering disciplines to ensure successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and delivery of engineering work packages across multi-disciplinary teams Develop and manage engineering plans, schedules and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) Coordinate engineering activities to ensure delivery against programme milestones Monitor technical progress, budgets, risks and project performance Establish and track engineering KPIs to drive continuous improvement Manage engineering risks and implement mitigation strategies Ensure engineering solutions comply with customer, regulatory and company standards Oversee configuration control and engineering change management Work closely with Project Managers, Engineering Leads, customers and suppliers Support engineering delivery throughout the full systems engineering life cycle We're keen to hear from candidates with experience in some or all of the following: Engineering Work Package Management Systems Engineering or Complex Engineering Delivery Aerospace, Defence or other highly regulated industries Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) Project planning and scheduling Budget and cost management Engineering governance and technical assurance Risk and issue management

Migration Consultant (Enterprise Vault) - Contract - Hybrid working/Wiltshire - £competitive Synergize Consulting are hiring for an experienced Migration Consultant to lead the design, deployment, and optimisation of Veritas Enterprise Vault environments on a contract basis. The successful candidate will bring deep technical expertise in Enterprise Vault architecture, data archiving strategies, and integration with Microsoft Exchange/Office 365 and other enterprise systems. You will play a key role in advising stakeholders, designing scalable solutions, and overseeing the migration and archiving of data in highly regulated and complex environments. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical lead and subject matter expert for Enterprise Vault architecture, deployment, and optimisation. Design and document the end-to-end migration plan for upgrading current Enterprise Vault offering Design, implement, and configure Enterprise Vault solutions to meet business, compliance, and retention requirements. Execute the EV migration, including data, indexes, configurations, and integrations. Develop and document high- and low-level designs, deployment strategies, and migration plans. Manage and optimise data archiving, journaling, and eDiscovery processes. Integrate Enterprise Vault with Exchange, Office 365, SharePoint, and file Servers. Support Legacy archive migrations to Enterprise Vault or cloud-based alternatives. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across archiving platforms and associated infrastructure. Conduct health checks, performance tuning, and capacity planning for Enterprise Vault environments. Collaborate with stakeholders on compliance, legal hold, and retention policies. Provide knowledge transfer, training, and documentation to internal teams. Essential Skills & Experience Proven expertise in Veritas Enterprise Vault (architecture, configuration, deployment, and support). Demonstrable experience of leading, or being a key part of, an Enterprise Vault migration and upgrade, ideally including version 12 and above. Strong background in Microsoft Exchange (on-prem and O365), Active Directory, and related messaging infrastructure. Hands-on experience with data archiving, journaling, retention policies, and compliance-driven environments. Experience with archive migration tools (eg, TransVault, Quadrotech, Archive Shuttle). Knowledge of SQL Server administration in the context of Enterprise Vault. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex enterprise environments. Demonstrable experience delivering projects in large-scale or regulated organisations (finance, government, defence, etc.). Due to the nature of the client, it would be an advantage for candidates to hold, or be eligible and willing to undergo, a certain level of security clearance (SC). Desirable Skills Familiarity with cloud archiving solutions and hybrid EV deployments. Scripting and automation skills (PowerShell). Experience with backup and recovery solutions (NetBackup, Commvault). ITIL certification or experience in ITIL-based service delivery environments. Personal Attributes Strong communication and consulting skills, able to engage with senior stakeholders and technical teams. Ability to produce clear technical documentation and design artefacts. Analytical, methodical, and detail-focused approach. Ability to work independently or as part of a project team. Proactive, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions on time. If you are looking to take the next exciting step in your IT career, please send in your CV for immediate consideration.

1st Line Operative - Birmingham Location: Birmingham Rate: £18 -£ 20 per hour inside of IR35 Contract: 6 months Company: Leading Global Consulting Firm Our client a Leading Global Consulting Firm is currently seeking a 1st Line Operative to join our team in Birmingham on a 6-month contract . Key Responsibilities: Provide first-line operational support to ensure smooth daily processes Monitor and manage incoming requests, escalating issues where necessary Accurately record information and maintain documentation Work collaboratively with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently About You: Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills Reliable, proactive, and able to work as part of a team Previous experience in an operational or support role is desirable but not essential

We are looking for an experienced Security Cleared (SC) DevOps Automation Engineer to help drive the next stage of automation maturity across build, test, and release pipelines. This role is critical to enabling development teams to test earlier, accelerate release cycles, and ensure consistency and compliance across environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support build, test, and deployment. Automate containerisation workflows and orchestration with OpenShift. Integrate automated testing and quality gates into pipelines to improve release readiness. Implement secure, compliant automation including SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, and artifact signing. Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Helm). Ensure observability by integrating monitoring/logging solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk). Collaborate with dev squads to onboard applications into standardised pipelines and templates. Essential Skills Strong background with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, ArgoCD, Tekton). Advanced Scripting skills (Python, Bash, Groovy, PowerShell). Expertise with Docker/Podman and deployment automation on OpenShift. Proven experience delivering IaC solutions. Solid understanding of secure DevOps practices and compliance frameworks. Track record of enabling shift-left testing and reducing cycle times. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance prior to a start.

We are currently working with our global IT consultancy who have an urgent requirement for an experienced SC Cleared Network Discovery & Migration Consultant to support a secure public sector engagement. This role offers the opportunity to work in a complex environment alongside senior consultants and technical leaders, helping shape and deliver a critical migration roadmap. Role Responsibilities: Conduct discovery workshops and gather detailed network and system data Classify and consolidate discovered endpoints based on service role Group devices/endpoints in line with security guidelines and business processes Develop a migration roadmap aligned with business priorities and technical requirements Identify and prioritise business functions/services for migration Assess dependencies between applications, systems, and networks Validate compatibility with the existing network infrastructure Define phased migration approaches to minimise operational disruption Skills & Experience Required: Strong networking expertise, ideally with Aruba, Cisco, and other enterprise platforms Proven experience in network discovery, assessment, and consolidation projects Background in secure environments, ideally public sector Excellent stakeholder engagement and workshop facilitation skills Ability to develop structured roadmaps for large-scale migration programmes This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile engagement and make an impact in a secure, mission-critical environment. *Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance before the start.

Senior/Principal Firmware (FPGA) Engineer - SC Clearance required Location: Edinburgh Contract length: 6 months Work model: Hybrid "Please note only candidates with sole UK nationality who hold active SC clearance will be considered* Our client, a defence client, is seeking a Senior or Principal Firmware (FPGA) Engineer to join their team in Edinburgh. Responsibilities: Their Electronics Function in Edinburgh requires a Senior/Principal Firmware (FPGA) to create and develop firmware for leading edge airborne applications. You would be responsible for the design and development of Firmware designs using VHDL, for verifying designs using either VHDL or SystemVerilog and working to a structured firmware design process. The role and skills required: Creating innovative VHDL based FPGA designs Advanced verification techniques using either VHDL or SystemVerilog/UVM Current FPGA technologies from either Xilinx, Altera or Microsemi and their tools Model Driven Engineering tools including MATLAB and Simulink High Speed Interface Design & Integration, including PCIe, DDR3, Ethernet Analysing system level documents and deriving detailed Firmware requirements Adopting a methodical approach to the full firmware design life cycle, ideally working to a structured firmware process such as RTCA DO-254 or similar Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route De-bugging firmware designs and supporting system related verification and integration Qualifications required: Degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering, ideally specialising in FPGA/Digital techniques.