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Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join us at Smartbox as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Smartbox Smartbox is a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Our values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything we do. Our Inclusive Culture We believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on our technology. Our Commitment to Sustainability We prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce our environmental impact. By joining us, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our D&I Commitments We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. We believe in adding to our culture. Our diverse team shapes products that reflect our users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, we wish to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.

An opportunity has arisen in an agile team with varied strengths for an Engineer to work across the entire portfolio of MBDA UK products undertaking sophisticated analysis and supporting both laboratory and field trials! Salary:Up to £55,000 (depending on experience) Location: Stevenage Dynamic (hybrid) working: Typically 4 days per week on-site, due to workload classification. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime:opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave:Up to 15 additional days Flexible working:We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave:offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more The Opportunity: The Trials and Analysis team within Environmental Engineering is integral within all land, sea and air based weapons system projects. Environmental provide a key technical focal point for all stages of the product lifecycle, from concept definition and product development, through design aid and formal qualification, and into in-service support. Expertise covers the areas of: requirements specification and management; data analysis; simulation and modelling; and testing in climatic, mechanical (vibration and shock), structural mechanical and fatigue The Role: Apply specialist technical knowledge to complex systems and structural mechanisms providing advice to projects with the responsibility for the delivery of technical aspects of data evaluation activities. Collaborate with customers to perform data evaluation tasks or technical work packages, such as data gathering trials and assessments, platform integration activities, and structural modal assessment. Ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery of high-quality results. Carry out a full range of technical evaluations and investigations, including evaluation of technical options, preparation of reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems attributed to shock and vibration. Develop test specifications and carry out activities related to vibration, shock and signal evaluation in line with all technical, safety and quality standards. Plan, deliver and monitor assigned work packages, make engineering decisions within own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority to ensure requirements are delivered to plan. Perform engineering capability improvements through methods and process development efforts. What we're looking for from you: A strong technical background in environmental, mechanical or similar field with: Excellent investigative instinct and decision making attributes Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills High motivations and adaptability Experienced in analysing vehicle/missile operations in complex environments Instrumentation and signal processing experience helpful Vibration, shock and thermal analysis experience preferred Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given. MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Overview As a Mechanical Architect / Mechanical Engineer, you will, with the support of other members of the team, deliver architectural and detailed design tasks for mechanical systems in the sub-sea environment; specifically, the design, analysis, configuration, integration, test and troubleshooting of mechanical sub-systems within a wider system. As an Architect, the role holder will act as the technical lead for mechanical-related aspects of projects. Responsibilities Mechanical Architect Capture, specify, and manage mechanical requirements across the lifecycle. Define the mechanical architecture of products and subsystems, including layouts, structures, materials selection, weight and balance, thermal performance, shock and vibration requirements, and environmental compliance. Define the Mechanical Integration, Test, and Qualification Strategy. Agree Integration, Verification and Validation (IV&V) methods for mechanical subsystems. Provide design authority for all mechanical aspects of the solution. Mechanical Engineer Satisfy requirement sets through detailed design and development (CAD modelling, drawings, tolerance analysis, materials specification). Produce 2D/3D CAD models and design documentation to support manufacture. Define and deliver test and acceptance specifications for mechanical assemblies and systems. Demonstrate compliance through analysis, modelling, qualification and environmental testing, producing reports and certificates. General (Architect / Engineer) Develop and agree Work Package Plans and schedules, taking responsibility for delivery. Work in a multi-stakeholder, multi-discipline environment, collaborating across systems, hardware, and production. Support Thales colleagues across the lifecycle: Work with Production & Procurement to deliver cost-effective, manufacture and testable mechanical solutions. Collaborate with electronics and software teams to ensure effective integration and packaging. Support preparation of detailed estimates and bids. Support Production by responding to problem reports and change requests. Provide support for trials, environmental qualification, and in-service investigations. Qualifications Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, or demonstrable relevant experience. Holds or has the ability to obtain Incorporated / Chartered Engineer status Essential skills Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes. CAD modelling and drawing production (e.g. Creo, CATIA, SolidWorks). Knowledge of structural, thermal, vibration, and environmental analysis. Experience with design for manufacture, testability, and maintainability. Requirements management and development. Understanding of engineering development lifecycles. Good interpersonal skills with a proactive "can-do" mentality. Logical problem-solving approach and ability to work in a team environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Demonstrates autonomy and accountability. Desired skills Knowledge of naval/marine platform mechanical integration practices. DOORS or equivalent requirements management tools. JIRA or equivalent configuration management tools. Designing to meet platform-specific EMC, shock, vibration, and environmental requirements. Knowledge of defence/naval standards (e.g. Def Stan, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas). Experience with product-based engineering and in-service support Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards. Experience Strong, relevant experience in mechanical design and architecture for complex systems. Design and specification of equipment housings, enclosures, racks, and structural frameworks. Full engineering lifecycle delivery (Capture, Design, Implementation, Verification, Test, Qualification). Evidence-based requirements compliance. Creation of design/test specifications and configuration records. Experience in mechanical design and analysis. Experience in mechanical architecture / technical leadership. Experience with FEA tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, Abaqus). What do I need before I apply The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC security clearance level for this role. Benefits Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses Competitive company benefits Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible Communicating and promoting vacancies Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people "We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age". We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive

Position: Process Improvement Engineer Location: Hoyland, Barnsley Salary Range: 38,000 - 48,000 per annum Company Overview W Talent are working with a leading manufacturing organisation located in Hoyland, Barnsley who are looking to recruit a Process Improvement Engineer. Recognised for their expertise in manufacturing and materials engineering with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and quality, this business serves customers across multiple international markets. They continue to invest heavily in people, process optimisation, and sustainable growth, creating exciting opportunities for ambitious engineers to thrive. Job Description My client are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Process Improvement Engineer to support production and operations teams. This is a pivotal role focused on optimising metallurgical processes, improving plant efficiency, and ensuring consistently high-quality output across metal processing operations. The successful candidate will ideally have a background in engineering within metals, foundry, or heavy manufacturing, and a passion for continuous improvement initiatives. This position will be Monday to Friday, days based, located in Hoyland, Barnsley. Key Responsibilities Analyse and optimise manufacturing processes related to melting, alloying, casting, or finishing of non-ferrous metals. Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured methodologies. Monitor KPIs and conduct root cause analysis to reduce scrap, rework, downtime, and variation. Collaborate with production and quality teams to troubleshoot and resolve process issues. Develop and update SOPs and process documentation. Partner with R&D and commercial teams on process trials, new product introductions, and technology adoption. Support capital projects including new equipment installation, commissioning, and integration. Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Qualifications and Skills Degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Chemical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field). 3+ years' experience in process engineering, ideally in metals, foundry, or heavy industry. Strong understanding of metallurgical processes and manufacturing systems. Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, process flow diagrams, and technical specifications. Proficiency in data analysis for evidence-based improvements. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. Benefits Competitive salary between 38,000 and 48,000 with annual performance bonus. Training and professional development opportunities, including external qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package including pension, healthcare, and wellness schemes. A technically dynamic environment with opportunities to shape process strategy. Supportive, collaborative team culture focused on innovation. Application Process To apply, please submit your CV and W Talent will review your application and contact you directly if successful.

Principal Hardware Engineer Marine AUV Robotics Harwell Hybrid £65,000pa - £70,000pa plus share scheme & benefits: A once in a lifetime opportunity has arisen for a passionate Principal Hardware Engineer to join a stealth robotics company based in the Oxfordshire area. This amazing business and AUV submersible robot have massive potential across a range of different industry sectors. The Principal Hardware Engineer will lead in the design, integration, and testing of advanced hardware systems for autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). In this role, you will be responsible for developing mission-critical electronics and system architectures that operate reliably in challenging marine environments. If you re passionate about robotics within the maritime industry and the autonomous vehicle and unmanned vehicle industry, you honestly need to make contact with us, this Principal Hardware Engineer role is not to be missed. Candidates must be British Citizens or have lived in the UK for a minimum of 5 years, due to needing SC clearance. Key Responsibilities: Lead the architecture and development of hardware systems for underwater unmanned platforms, including power distribution, embedded electronics, sensor integration , and control systems. Design and oversee development of custom PCBs , enclosures, and interconnect systems that meet demanding environmental and operational requirements (pressure, corrosion, vibration). Evaluate and integrate marine sensors (e.g., sonar, cameras, DVLs, IMUs) and actuators into system designs, ensuring compatibility and performance under water. Develop and implement robust electrical and communication interfaces (e.g., Ethernet, RS-232/485, CAN, I2C, SPI) for high-reliability operation. Lead hardware system integration and testing, including pressure testing, EMI/EMC validation, and underwater operational trials. Collaborate closely with software, mechanical, and systems engineers to ensure cohesive design and successful system-level integration. Generate and maintain comprehensive documentation including schematics, BOMs, test plans, design justifications , and regulatory compliance records . Support field testing and deployments, including troubleshooting and field-based system diagnostics. Qualifications: Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field. 8+ years of experience in hardware engineering, preferably in unmanned systems, robotics, or rugged embedded systems. Proficiency in PCB design and layout tools (e.g., Altium, KiCAD, OrCAD) and electrical simulation/analysis tools. Hands-on experience designing for harsh environments including pressure, saltwater exposure, and thermal constraints . Strong understanding of signal integrity, grounding, shielding , and EMI/EMC considerations . Familiarity with underwater communication systems (e.g., acoustic modems, fiber optics, RF through water). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to lead complex hardware development efforts from concept through deployment. Preferred Experience: Experience with low-power design , battery management systems, and subsea power architectures. Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards for marine or defense systems. Prior work on AUVs, ROVs , or similar subsea robotics platforms. If you re passionate about both robotics, in particular autonomous underwater or submersible vehicle and unmanned vehicle industry, and you love software engineering within this space, please get in touch ASAP. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).

Mechanical Engineering Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship 2026 Salary: £18,750 plus a £3000 joining bonus Location: Stevenage Learning provider Location: University of Hertfordshire Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 23RD JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) What we can offer you: Fully funded qualification starting September 2026 Paid travel expenses to and from your place of study Annual pay reviews 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) and up to 15 days flexi leave Study leave during exam periods The opportunity There are three streams within the Mechanical Degree Apprenticeship that you may join. During the recruitment process we will assess which role you are best suited for. Customer Support Services Customer Support & Services (CSS) has overall responsibility for the definition, development and delivery of support and service packages for all MBDA products, with the aim of continually being able to meet the most demanding of our customers' requirements. This includes: Developing and implementing affordable and innovative support solutions covering the entire range of prime equipment as well as the support equipment, training, documentation, test benches and simulators required. This is under the control of the ILS Manager who is supported by a range of skills including supportability analysts, logistics modellers, technical authors and trainers. Maintaining through life the product support policy for the MBDA product portfolio, up to and including disposal/de-militarisation. Providing all required support services to our Customers for our in-service products, including ensuring that availability levels are maintained, technical assistance is provided as required, and modifications and mid-life updates are managed and implemented. This is under the control of the Product Support Manager, who is supported by a range of skills including Field Service Engineers, trainers, fleet planners, asset managers and support engineers. On this apprenticeship you'll complete rotational placements in Supportability Engineering In-Service Teams Support Services Mechanical / Electronic Engineering Human Factors Training and Field Support Engineering Technical Publications Environmental Engineering Environmental Engineering & Facilities (EE&F) provide MBDA with the ability to simulate real world mechanical and climatic environments (through vibration, shock, temperature, etc.). Our Environmental Engineers provide expertise throughout the product lifecycle and generate evidence to demonstrate that our products are safe, suitable for service and meet our customer's expectations. Environmental Engineering Apprentices work with our experienced professionals and world leading technical specialists in their field, to test our products and ensure that they can withstand the environments for where they will be used. MBDA exports products across the globe and the role of this team is pivotal to ensure that our systems can withstand these conditions and operate as needed, without fault or delay. Witness, control and apply extreme climatic and mechanical environments, from simulating the extreme cold of artic conditions to the incredible temperatures induced by supersonic flight. From combined complex low pressure, high humidity and low temperature environments to multiple system 3D vibration simulation. You'll see all aspects of Engineering from a mechanical perspective. Starting on more basic tasks, as you increase in confidence and your studies progress you'll get involved in more projects in an increasingly autonomous environment - but always with the support and guidance from world leading technical specialists in that area. Placements within Environmental Engineering include: Mechanical and Climatic Test Structural test Facility maintenance Trials & Data Analysis Mechanical & Climatic Project Through your placements you'll benefit from the breadth and depth of a diverse function - from Theory and Design, to Analysis and Application - you'll get to experience some incredibly niche areas! All whilst working in our bespoke facilities. You'll be taking your learning at University and applying it directly to your work. This is a truly outstanding chance to be hands on with advanced and sophisticated test hardware and equipment. Mechanical Engineering You'll gain vast experience of a product lifecycle which will provide the foundations on which to build the expertise required to design, make, and test the next generation of missile system hardware. This will cover a variety of Mechanical Engineering, including computer aided concept design, simulation and modelling to hands on testing, manufacture and assembly. The apprenticeship is designed to educate and develop engineering foundations from which to grow practical and academic skills. As experience increases following training on engineering principles and some basic project work, apprentices can expect to tackle more complex projects in an increasingly autonomous environment. Typical placements in this stream can include: Mechanical Design Mechanical Future Concepts Actuation Systems Mechanical Analysis Materials and Processes Environmental Engineering As a Mechanical Engineering apprentice you can expect to gauge an understanding of material properties and how to utilise their unique characteristics in Engineering design they will also learn how to use industry standard design tools such as Creo Parametric as well as simulation and modelling packages: Altair, HyperMesh, and Ansys. This role would suit someone with a curiosity in hands on Engineering coupled with a creative and innovative approach to problem solving and well-grounded understanding in mathematics and applied sciences. The apprenticeship provides exciting opportunities to work with state of the art technologies and will lead to personal and professional pro