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Senior Stress Engineer Aerospace/Defence Role Overview As a result of growing programme demands, an established Mechanical Analysis function is seeking a highly capable S enior Stress Engineer to take a leading role in the structural design and development of a future-generation, highly complex defence system. The successful candidate will work closely with a range of engineering disciplines across multiple UK locations to deliver a robust, high-performance aerospace structural solution. Salary: Approximately 58,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Location: Stevenage (relocation support may be available) Working Pattern: Hybrid working, with a minimum of 3 days per week on site due to the classified nature of the work Security Requirements: Applicants must be British citizens or dual nationals holding British citizenship. Employment is subject to nationality and right-to-work constraints. All offers are conditional upon successfully achieving BPSS screening and Security Clearance (SC) following acceptance. Benefits Package Annual performance bonus: Up to 2,500 (linked to company results) Pension scheme: Combined employer and employee contributions of up to 14% Paid overtime: Available depending on business need Flexible leave: Up to 15 additional flexi-leave days Flexible working: Consideration given to alternative working arrangements Enhanced family leave: Up to 26 weeks enhanced maternity, adoption and shared parental leave Improved paternity, neonatal leave and fertility treatment support On-site facilities: Subsidised catering, free parking and a range of additional amenities The Role The Mechanical Analysis team provides critical expertise in structural and thermal performance for advanced military platforms. Support is delivered across the full product lifecycle, including early concept evaluation, detailed design development, production support and in-service activities. This role offers exposure to a broad spectrum of analysis activities, such as: Classical analytical methods and hand calculations CAE-based simulations (static, dynamic, fatigue, aeroelastic, nonlinear, impact and kinematic analysis) Structural qualification and design verification testing Load generation and fault investigation The team operates within a collaborative, inclusive environment that values technical excellence, continuous improvement and professional development. Engineers are encouraged to share knowledge and contribute across multiple programmes concurrently. Candidate Profile You will ideally hold a degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline, or possess substantial equivalent industry experience (e.g. Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural Analysis). Key experience and attributes include: A proven track record of planning, leading and delivering complex structural analysis work packages Strong capability using both traditional analytical techniques and CAE tools (experience with HyperWorks is advantageous) Ability to produce clear, high-quality technical documentation and present findings confidently to a range of stakeholders, including senior leadership A proactive mindset with enthusiasm for improving tools, processes and methodologies Experience mentoring junior engineers and supporting their technical and professional development Comfortable working autonomously while also contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to influence and engage stakeholders Experience in composite structures analysis would be beneficial Willingness to apply for and maintain DV clearance is desirable

Production Team Lead Defence Role Overview The Manufacturing Team Leader is accountable for overseeing a designated production area, coordinating people, materials, and processes to ensure daily output targets are achieved while complying with operational, quality, and safety requirements. Direct Reports: Manufacturing Operatives Key Accountabilities Oversee end-to-end production activities, from receipt of components through assembly, testing, and dispatch Ensure all operations within the assigned area comply with organisational procedures, quality standards, and best practice Provide hands-on support to the team when required, including: Assembling electro-mechanical products in line with IPC-A-610 requirements Performing automated and manual testing of assemblies Packaging finished goods Conducting self-inspection to confirm product quality Logging defects, errors, or non-conformances within the ERP system Track and deliver performance against agreed KPIs relating to output, quality, cost, and health & safety Promote and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, lead time reduction, cost control, quality enhancement, and waste elimination Deliver training and cross-skilling of team members to agreed operational standards Encourage positive team engagement and strong working relationships through leadership by example Apply non-conformance procedures to ensure defective materials are identified and returned to suppliers Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures Act as deputy for the Manufacturing Manager when required Manage material shortages and stock discrepancies via the ERP system and liaison with stores and procurement teams Lead daily Tier 1 meetings, escalating relevant issues to Tier 2 forums where necessary People Leadership Lead, motivate, and develop direct reports to ensure performance targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and to quality standards Coach team members to enhance technical capability and role effectiveness Deliver on-the-job training and skills development Conduct performance reviews and development discussions Carry out return-to-work interviews and attendance-related processes Tools & Equipment Automated and manual test equipment PC-based systems including ERP software for time recording and job tracking Standard manufacturing tools (e.g. crimpers, wire preparation tools, soldering equipment, heat guns) Production machinery as defined within standard operating processes

Role: Senior Software Engineer Location: Bristol (Onsite) Industry: Defence Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits Our client, a market leader in Defence is looking for ambitious Senior Software Engineers skilled in either C++ OR Java to join a dynamic team. They're looking for a comprehensive mix of technical depth and individuals who have driven end-to-end software delivery, from initial requirements through to certification. You ll have a track record of leading the design and implementation of sophisticated systems while guiding and supporting your teammates to achieve high technical standards. Requirements Advanced C++ OR Java development with a strong foundation in modern programming practices Delivering robust software across large or technically challenging systems Comprehensive understanding of the software lifecycle, particularly around defining requirements and designing solutions Building and maintaining productive relationships with both internal collaborators and external partners Coaching and mentoring less experienced engineers to help them grow Working openly and collaboratively, using clear communication and teamwork to tackle complex problems Beneficial: Hardening or securing Windows or Linux operating systems Familiarity with software safety and security standards Exposure to user interface or HMI design and development Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus & pension scheme Opportunity for growth Cash plan Subsidised meals and excellent site facilities Be a part of a collaborative team and leading company

Principal Commercial Officer / Manager Defence Programmes Working Pattern: Hybrid 2 3 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity Join an active, motivated commercial team with my Client, supporting the early product lifecycle, research, and technology that delivers critical defence capability to the UK Armed Forces and international customers. You ll play a key role in winning new business, delivering contracts, and managing commercial risk, working closely with engineering, project, and customer teams across a diverse portfolio. What they need you to do. Support business winning, bids, and proposals Manage complex, high-value contracts across the full lifecycle Lead negotiations and contract changes within agreed boundaries Act as the commercial interface for internal and external stakeholders Build strong customer and industry partner relationships Report progress and risks to senior management What they are looking for. Strong commercial and negotiation skills Experience managing complex contracts and change control Solid understanding of contract law, IP, risk, and liabilities Ability to draft and amend terms & conditions Commercial insight from customer to supplier Comfortable using SAP and business systems Why Apply? Join us on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a company boundary pushing weapon system development. What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Software Architect Working Pattern: Hybrid 3 4 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Software Architect or a senior software engineer with strong design skills ready to take the next step into architecture. You ll own the end-to-end software architecture for complex, mission-critical products, defining structure, timing, interfaces, and key design drivers such as real-time performance, safety, security, and usability. Working closely with delivery teams and fellow architects, you ll ensure architectural integrity from concept through implementation. You ll also help shape the company's software engineering strategy, influencing tools, technologies, and long-term architectural direction while working at the cutting edge of European missile system design. What they are looking for Strong technical background with proven software architecture & design skills Experience with architecture patterns, design trade-offs, and model-based engineering Ability to mentor engineers and clearly communicate architectural decisions Strong programming background across multiple languages Advocate for best practices such as CI, good design, and reuse. Why Apply? Join us on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Embedded Ada Software Engineer Real-Time Datalink Working Pattern: Hybrid 4 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National The Opportunity Join my Client's Real-Time Datalink Software team and help develop airborne communication software for missiles and platforms. This is a hands-on embedded role where you ll: Capture requirements and define embedded software architecture Implement hard real-time systems in Ada Conduct verification, testing, and code reviews Work with Hardware, Firmware, Systems, and Test Engineers Help shape the future of Datalink protocols and technical design You ll gain experience with state-of-the-art technology, the full software lifecycle, and opportunities for career growth and international collaboration. What they are looking for. Proven experience in embedded Ada software development Lab experience with components and test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes) Hard real-time software development and RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS) Desirable: Communication protocols (SPI, UART, Ethernet), model-based development (UML/Rhapsody), system integration, and performance analysis. What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity. They are proud of thier employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

C# Software Developer WSS Working Pattern: Hybrid 2 3 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen The Opportunity My Client is looking for you to join the Weapon Systems Simulation & Experimentation (WSSE) team and help build cutting-edge synthetic environments that bring complex weapon systems to life. WSSE sits at the heart of the Company's product lifecycle, integrating real hardware, models, and simulations to support design, experimentation, verification, validation, and training. You ll work on some of the world s most advanced defence systems, developing real-time simulation software using modern agile practices. What they need you to do. Develop real-time simulation software using C# (and C++) Build synthetic environments and hardware-integrated solutions Support visualisation, experimentation, V&V, and training systems Work in Agile/Scrum teams using modern engineering practices What they are looking for. Experience in C# software development (C++ exposure beneficial) Interest in real-time systems, simulation, or hardware integration Knowledge of CI/CD, configuration control, unit testing, and TDD Collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving skills. Why Apply? Join us on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Environmental Test Engineer Working Pattern: On-site, 5 days per week Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity My Client is offering a fantastic opportunity to work in a UKAS / ISO 17025 accredited environmental test laboratory, supporting a wide range of projects across our entire product portfolio. As part of the Environmental Engineering & Facilities team, you ll test the company's products under real-world extreme conditions including temperature, humidity, shock, and vibration helping to ensure our systems are safe, robust, and fit for service. You ll work within a multi-disciplinary team, solving complex engineering problems and contributing to both design verification and in-service surveillance activities. What they need you to do. Plan and execute environmental tests against customer requirements Simulate extreme operational environments using specialist test equipment Analyse data, review documentation, and produce test reports Support technical reviews with customers and partners Apply standards such as DEF STAN, MIL-STD-810, STANAG, and AECTP (Occasional travel to Henlow required) What they are looking for. HNC / HND / Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant engineering discipline Strong understanding of mechanical structures and analysis Hands-on experience with instrumentation (accelerometers, thermocouples, strain gauges) Methodical, safety-conscious, and self-motivated approach Desirable: Experience with vibration control systems (e.g. LMS), project delivery, or driving technical improvements

Lead Software Developer WSS Working Pattern: Hybrid 3 4 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen The Opportunity My Client is looking for a proactive Lead Software Developer to join thier Weapon Systems Simulation & Experimentation (WSSE) team, delivering innovative end-to-end synthetic environments that represent complete weapon systems. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, combining software development, team leadership, and systems thinking. You ll work closely with Project Leads and Simulation Architects to develop advanced simulation and visualisation solutions using C# and C++. From early concept experimentation and AR/VR visualisation through to in-service support and training, WSSE plays a critical role across the full Company product lifecycle and you ll be at the heart of it. What they are looking for Lead Software Engineer with experience leading small development teams Strong background in C# and C++, with a robust problem-solving mindset Passion for simulation, synthetic environments, and systems-of-systems engineering Open, adaptable approach to building reusable software across multiple products Exposure to real-time simulation, DIS/HLA (desirable, not essential) Why Apply? Join us on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Senior Software Engineer Location: Stevenage (relocation may be available) Working Pattern: Hybrid, typically 3 5 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity My Client is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join Test Software UK, working on mission-critical test systems that support the development, production, and field testing of missile systems. You ll collaborate with Electronic Engineering, the Test Centre of Excellence, and Software Engineering to deliver robust and timely test capability, directly influencing product certification, manufacturing, and in-service support. This role offers exposure across the company's full product portfolio, while embracing DevOps and modern engineering practices. What You ll Do Develop and support high-performance test software interfacing with test equipment Work on real-time and mission-critical systems across development and production Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams Solve complex problems beyond pure software, including system and hardware challenges What they are looking For Software or Electronics Engineer with strong transferable skills Experience in C, C++ or Ada Strong analytical and design skills Proactive, flexible, can-do mindset Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement Why Apply? Join them on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Software Team Lead Real-Time Embedded C (Safety-Critical) Location: Cheltenham Salary: Competitive, DOE Security Clearance: SC Required The Opportunity My Client is a leader in aerospace and defence solutions, and they are seeking an experienced Software Team Lead to drive the development of a real-time, safety-critical embedded C application for a nose wheel steering system. You ll lead a team of talented engineers through the full software lifecycle: deriving requirements, designing, implementing, and verifying a high-reliability, DO-178C Level A compliant system. This role blends technical excellence and leadership, ensuring safety, quality, and innovation in a cutting-edge aerospace system. What You ll Do Technical Leadership: Lead the design, development, and verification of bare-metal real-time software in C Ensure DO-178C Level A compliance including traceability, testing, and documentation Conduct design and code reviews, maintain coding standards and quality Project Management & Team Leadership: Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test teams for seamless integration Report progress to stakeholders and support program reviews Foster effective communication and knowledge sharing within the team What they are looking for. Technical Expertise: Proven experience in bare-metal real-time embedded C development Deep understanding of DO-178C Level A standards and safety-critical certification Familiarity with MCDC testing, debugging tools, hardware interfaces, and safety analysis Leadership Skills: Experience leading software teams in safety-critical or aerospace environments Strong organizational and project management skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Desirable: Aerospace or high-reliability system experience Knowledge of other safety-critical standards (ARP4754, ARINC 653, DO-254, DO-248) Experience with hardware/software integration and HIL testing Why Join Us: Lead innovative projects in aerospace and defence Work with a highly skilled, collaborative team Opportunity to influence safety-critical software development at the forefront of technology

Systems Design Engineer - IP&C Working Pattern: Hybrid 3 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity My Client is looking for motivated Systems Design Engineers to help evolve a LDEW air defence system. This is a boundary-pushing programme at the forefront of UK defence innovation, combining pioneering technology with rapid weapon system development. Following highly successful, high-profile trials, the programme is moving at pace offering exciting opportunities across requirements, system design, performance analysis, and certification. You ll play a key role within the Image Processing & Control subsystem, shaping complex system and software requirements in a fast-moving, high-impact environment. What they are looking for Experience with electronic engineering requirements and embedded software/firmware systems Proven ability to develop and manage complex system design requirements Strong systems thinking with the ability to communicate clearly at all levels Experience managing requirements, verification, risk, and change across evolving baselines Desirable: DOORS / DOORS NG / Rhapsody, lasers or optical physics knowledge Why Apply? Join us on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Senior Backend Engineer (Golang) Onsite: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer with strong Golang expertise to help shape the systems, processes, and architecture driving their mission. If you re a hands-on problem solver who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments, this is a chance to work on impactful projects while accelerating your career in a growing company. The Role You ll be part of a cross-functional squad, delivering new features and capabilities that the business depends on. The backend is built in Go, following a documentation-first approach and a service-oriented architecture. High code quality, automated testing, and seamless deployments through CI/CD pipelines into AWS are core to the way they work. What You ll Be Doing Build & Deliver Write clean, testable, maintainable Go code Break down User Stories into clear, deliverable tasks Drive best practices across testing, code reviews, and refactoring Ensure compliance with coding standards, security, and regulations Collaborate & Influence Partner with product owners, designers, and engineers to turn requirements into technical solutions Contribute ideas that improve systems and processes Shape the Future Support technical roadmaps and long-term strategies Stay ahead of industry trends, sharing insights that spark innovation About You You enjoy tackling complex challenges, simplifying problems, and delivering outcomes that matter. You re action-oriented, detail-focused, and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven environment. Clear communication and a positive, empathetic approach set you apart. What You ll Bring 5+ years of software development with strongly typed languages (Go, Java, etc.), including 2+ years of commercial Golang experience Strong experience writing well-tested code Proven ability to take a User Story from refinement through to delivery within a sprint Solid background in data modelling and database design (SQL/NoSQL) Knowledge of distributed systems and event-driven architectures Experience building cloud-based REST API solutions Excellent communication and collaboration skills Nice to Have SaaS product experience Expertise in microservices and event-driven integration Knowledge of AWS architecture Familiarity with Terraform or other IaC tools Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field