If you are looking for a career at the cutting edge, delivering a first of its kind technology of great strategic and national importance, then apply to DragonFire today! Salary: Up to £53,000, depending on experience/grade Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 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 . With the recent award of the DragonFire Contract, MBDA will be delivering the first ever Laser Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW) onto Royal Navy warships within the next 2 years. Following on from these successes, MBDA is looking for flexible, motivated, and technically astute candidates to continue to develop DragonFire into a world class, deployable, LDEW air defence system. Our ambitious plans involve parallel and interleaved streams of pioneering technology, experimentation and rapid weapon system development, providing opportunities across the key weapon system domains of Systems Engineering: requirements, design, performance analysis and certification. What we are looking for: PhD or industry experience in the development of laser technology at a system level In-depth understanding of laser physics and optics, with the ability to influence and contribute to the design and development of a cutting-edge laser systems and technology Ability to support technical mediation, communicating issues, architectures and ideas at all levels Demonstrated ability in technical mediation, communicating complex laser and optics concepts, architectures, and ideas effectively at all levels, from high-level management and technical experts to systems engineering specialists and non-technical stakeholders Ability to develop excellent working relationships with partners and customers/key stakeholders as well as team members and other departments A passion for problem-solving, persistence, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results Desirable/Advantageous Experience: Experience with high-power laser technology / laser systems Requirements analysis, specifications and justification Systems proving, design assurance and certification Experience of developing complex systems, ideally in defence Support functional design with requirement flow down through system/sub-system/equipment Experience of system architecting tools e.g. DOORS/DOORS NG/Rhapsody 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.
May 24, 2026
Full time
If you are looking for a career at the cutting edge, delivering a first of its kind technology of great strategic and national importance, then apply to DragonFire today! Salary: Up to £53,000, depending on experience/grade Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 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 . With the recent award of the DragonFire Contract, MBDA will be delivering the first ever Laser Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW) onto Royal Navy warships within the next 2 years. Following on from these successes, MBDA is looking for flexible, motivated, and technically astute candidates to continue to develop DragonFire into a world class, deployable, LDEW air defence system. Our ambitious plans involve parallel and interleaved streams of pioneering technology, experimentation and rapid weapon system development, providing opportunities across the key weapon system domains of Systems Engineering: requirements, design, performance analysis and certification. What we are looking for: PhD or industry experience in the development of laser technology at a system level In-depth understanding of laser physics and optics, with the ability to influence and contribute to the design and development of a cutting-edge laser systems and technology Ability to support technical mediation, communicating issues, architectures and ideas at all levels Demonstrated ability in technical mediation, communicating complex laser and optics concepts, architectures, and ideas effectively at all levels, from high-level management and technical experts to systems engineering specialists and non-technical stakeholders Ability to develop excellent working relationships with partners and customers/key stakeholders as well as team members and other departments A passion for problem-solving, persistence, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results Desirable/Advantageous Experience: Experience with high-power laser technology / laser systems Requirements analysis, specifications and justification Systems proving, design assurance and certification Experience of developing complex systems, ideally in defence Support functional design with requirement flow down through system/sub-system/equipment Experience of system architecting tools e.g. DOORS/DOORS NG/Rhapsody 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.
Bristol We are seeking experienced, innovative and passionate system thinkers to join our dynamic team, working on an ambitious and pioneering programme.Imagine playing a crucial role in designing and delivering next-generation combat air systems that will set new standards in weapon integration, effectiveness and efficiency. Salary: Up to £58,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 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: Join a ground-breaking programme within the Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force within an ambitious timeframe. This initiative is built upon a global partnership through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK with international allies Italy and Japan. Together, we aim to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons, moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and efficient approach. We are seeking dynamic and motivated system thinkers to become integral members of our programme team. This role offers an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. Your work will be instrumental in reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, ensuring our missions are executed with precision and effectiveness. Join us and be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of combat air operations. Some of the Key Accountabilities for this role include but are not limited to; Management and Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities Ownership of key requirements entities Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools Manage relationship with design teams to help define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities Management of junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives What we're looking for from you: An experienced systems engineer who is pro-active and readily able to work autonomously Analytical Systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders The capability to take responsibility for decisions that affect several design domains / system elements Ability to influence and drive a narrative Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills 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.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Bristol We are seeking experienced, innovative and passionate system thinkers to join our dynamic team, working on an ambitious and pioneering programme.Imagine playing a crucial role in designing and delivering next-generation combat air systems that will set new standards in weapon integration, effectiveness and efficiency. Salary: Up to £58,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 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: Join a ground-breaking programme within the Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force within an ambitious timeframe. This initiative is built upon a global partnership through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK with international allies Italy and Japan. Together, we aim to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons, moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and efficient approach. We are seeking dynamic and motivated system thinkers to become integral members of our programme team. This role offers an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. Your work will be instrumental in reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, ensuring our missions are executed with precision and effectiveness. Join us and be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of combat air operations. Some of the Key Accountabilities for this role include but are not limited to; Management and Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities Ownership of key requirements entities Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools Manage relationship with design teams to help define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities Management of junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives What we're looking for from you: An experienced systems engineer who is pro-active and readily able to work autonomously Analytical Systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders The capability to take responsibility for decisions that affect several design domains / system elements Ability to influence and drive a narrative Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills 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.
Job Title: C#/.NET Software Engineer Location: South Cambridgeshire Salary: Up to 70,000 Working Pattern: Hybrid 2 days in office This is a brilliant opportunity for aC#/.NET engineer to join a fast-growing technology company whose software is used by scientists and engineers across the world. You'll be writing code that drives real machines connecting instrumentation, automation systems, and digital workflows that power cutting-edge scientific processes. It's a genuinely hands-on role where your work has direct, visible impact. The Role You'll design and build high-quality software across desktop, embedded, and server environments, working alongside a talented team of architects, engineers, and product managers to deliver robust, user-focused solutions. You'll also contribute to architectural decisions and mentor junior developers. Requirements Strong C#/.NET development experience Strong knowledge of software design principles, testing and DevOps pipelines Experience building Windows applications with XAML Familiarity with IoT protocols such as MQTT and OPC/UA SQL databases and Linux OS experience Comfortable working with AI tools If this role is of interest, please apply below.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Job Title: C#/.NET Software Engineer Location: South Cambridgeshire Salary: Up to 70,000 Working Pattern: Hybrid 2 days in office This is a brilliant opportunity for aC#/.NET engineer to join a fast-growing technology company whose software is used by scientists and engineers across the world. You'll be writing code that drives real machines connecting instrumentation, automation systems, and digital workflows that power cutting-edge scientific processes. It's a genuinely hands-on role where your work has direct, visible impact. The Role You'll design and build high-quality software across desktop, embedded, and server environments, working alongside a talented team of architects, engineers, and product managers to deliver robust, user-focused solutions. You'll also contribute to architectural decisions and mentor junior developers. Requirements Strong C#/.NET development experience Strong knowledge of software design principles, testing and DevOps pipelines Experience building Windows applications with XAML Familiarity with IoT protocols such as MQTT and OPC/UA SQL databases and Linux OS experience Comfortable working with AI tools If this role is of interest, please apply below.
Senior Software Developer Hybrid - 2 days per week in the Southampton Office £65,000 - £70,000 Join a global tech leader where innovation, high performance, and career growth are at the heart of everything they do. This is your chance to make a real impact as a Software Developer, working on mission-critical systems in a cutting-edge environment. This is great opportunity to join a global business, benefiting from corporate benefits, continuous professional development and an opportunity to work on large programmes of work in public and private sectors. Skills Required: Solid experience developing ASP.NET web applications in C# using Visual Studio/Visual Studio Code Experience creating RESTful APIs and ensuring API extensibility Cloud experience (Azure, AWS) Azure DevOps Azure Service Bus Micro service architecture Multi-threading Event Driven Architecture Experience of unit and automated testing using tools such as NUnit, Jasmine and Selenium Good knowledge of SOLID principles Desirable Skills: Containers (docker, K8s) Security best practice (OWASP top ten) OpenIDConnect/Identity server MS SQL Server Azure DevOps, TeamCity Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, ARM templates, Terraform) Please apply now or contact
May 24, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Developer Hybrid - 2 days per week in the Southampton Office £65,000 - £70,000 Join a global tech leader where innovation, high performance, and career growth are at the heart of everything they do. This is your chance to make a real impact as a Software Developer, working on mission-critical systems in a cutting-edge environment. This is great opportunity to join a global business, benefiting from corporate benefits, continuous professional development and an opportunity to work on large programmes of work in public and private sectors. Skills Required: Solid experience developing ASP.NET web applications in C# using Visual Studio/Visual Studio Code Experience creating RESTful APIs and ensuring API extensibility Cloud experience (Azure, AWS) Azure DevOps Azure Service Bus Micro service architecture Multi-threading Event Driven Architecture Experience of unit and automated testing using tools such as NUnit, Jasmine and Selenium Good knowledge of SOLID principles Desirable Skills: Containers (docker, K8s) Security best practice (OWASP top ten) OpenIDConnect/Identity server MS SQL Server Azure DevOps, TeamCity Infrastructure as Code (Bicep, ARM templates, Terraform) Please apply now or contact
Role Title: Systems Engineer - UK MoD / Government Systems Location: Redhill, Surrey, UK As a Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design, configuration, delivery, and support of UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Government projects. This role requires a proactive and technically capable individual who can interpret project requirements, implement system solutions, and ensure successful project delivery in line with specifications. This role is located is Redhill, Surrey Key Responsibilities of Systems Engineer Design and configure systems for MoD and Government projects in line with technical and operational requirements. Work closely with the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure timely and successful delivery of assigned work packages. Test, evaluate, and validate new equipment and technologies as directed. Deliver assigned projects in accordance with agreed specifications, timelines, and quality standards. Interpret project requirements and translate them into effective system designs and solutions. Provide technical input and support throughout the project lifecycle, from design through to implementation and acceptance. Strong sense of ownership with the ability to drive tasks through to completion. Proactive mindset with the ability to make independent decisions within defined authority levels. Solid understanding of network architectures and system design principles. Ability to analyse and interpret technical requirements for system delivery. Strong problem-solving skills with a structured and methodical approach. Experience & Qualifications of Systems Design Engineer Proven experience in systems engineering, preferably within defence, government, or secure environments. Experience with network design, integration, and system configuration. Familiarity with MoD or government project frameworks and standards is desirable. Relevant technical certifications or engineering qualifications are advantageous This role is located in Redhill, Surrey Must be able to obtain full SC
May 23, 2026
Full time
Role Title: Systems Engineer - UK MoD / Government Systems Location: Redhill, Surrey, UK As a Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design, configuration, delivery, and support of UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Government projects. This role requires a proactive and technically capable individual who can interpret project requirements, implement system solutions, and ensure successful project delivery in line with specifications. This role is located is Redhill, Surrey Key Responsibilities of Systems Engineer Design and configure systems for MoD and Government projects in line with technical and operational requirements. Work closely with the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure timely and successful delivery of assigned work packages. Test, evaluate, and validate new equipment and technologies as directed. Deliver assigned projects in accordance with agreed specifications, timelines, and quality standards. Interpret project requirements and translate them into effective system designs and solutions. Provide technical input and support throughout the project lifecycle, from design through to implementation and acceptance. Strong sense of ownership with the ability to drive tasks through to completion. Proactive mindset with the ability to make independent decisions within defined authority levels. Solid understanding of network architectures and system design principles. Ability to analyse and interpret technical requirements for system delivery. Strong problem-solving skills with a structured and methodical approach. Experience & Qualifications of Systems Design Engineer Proven experience in systems engineering, preferably within defence, government, or secure environments. Experience with network design, integration, and system configuration. Familiarity with MoD or government project frameworks and standards is desirable. Relevant technical certifications or engineering qualifications are advantageous This role is located in Redhill, Surrey Must be able to obtain full SC
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulics Location: Barrow-in-Furness / Coventry We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £55,000 (Commensurate with skills and experience) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of submarine hydraulic and actuation systems. This includes system-level design, technical leadership and the opportunity to steer design architecture across a major submarine programme. Core duties: Provide technical leadership , owning design solutions and providing guidance to others. Lead the technical assurance of the hydraulic systems, sub-systems and equipment for the next generation Royal Navy submarines. Verify calculations are complete, checked by the appropriate SQEP and validate calculation meet technical intent. Supporting the team in tackling technical challenges , providing support and advice to ensure adequate technical solutions. Co-ordinate programmatic initiatives , leading additional work packages which fall outside normal system scope. Drive engineering governance through peer reviews and design reviews, identifying and addressing shortfalls in documentation or process. Essential Skills: Strong experience in the design of hydraulic systems - ideally in complex , safety-critical environments (e.g. maritime, aerospace, defence, nuclear, oil & gas and sub-sea) Familiarity with systems and equipment involving; hydraulic power units (HPUs), variable frequency dives (VFDs), control cabinets, pumps, electric motors, hydraulic actuators, hydro-static transmissions and fluid mechanics. Proven capability in system lifecycle delivery - from concept through to commissioning Demonstrated leadership through technical direction, mentoring, or project ownership Chartered engineer or working towards professional accreditation The Platform Mechanical Team This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN-AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Lead Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulics, acting as a technical specialist for critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems essential to submarine operations. You will take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs in one of the most demanding engineering environments, working across multidisciplinary teams to develop complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions and ensure designs meet strict safety, performance and environmental standards. This role offers the chance to contribute directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. Relocation support may be available for submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 31st May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulics Location: Barrow-in-Furness / Coventry We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £55,000 (Commensurate with skills and experience) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of submarine hydraulic and actuation systems. This includes system-level design, technical leadership and the opportunity to steer design architecture across a major submarine programme. Core duties: Provide technical leadership , owning design solutions and providing guidance to others. Lead the technical assurance of the hydraulic systems, sub-systems and equipment for the next generation Royal Navy submarines. Verify calculations are complete, checked by the appropriate SQEP and validate calculation meet technical intent. Supporting the team in tackling technical challenges , providing support and advice to ensure adequate technical solutions. Co-ordinate programmatic initiatives , leading additional work packages which fall outside normal system scope. Drive engineering governance through peer reviews and design reviews, identifying and addressing shortfalls in documentation or process. Essential Skills: Strong experience in the design of hydraulic systems - ideally in complex , safety-critical environments (e.g. maritime, aerospace, defence, nuclear, oil & gas and sub-sea) Familiarity with systems and equipment involving; hydraulic power units (HPUs), variable frequency dives (VFDs), control cabinets, pumps, electric motors, hydraulic actuators, hydro-static transmissions and fluid mechanics. Proven capability in system lifecycle delivery - from concept through to commissioning Demonstrated leadership through technical direction, mentoring, or project ownership Chartered engineer or working towards professional accreditation The Platform Mechanical Team This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN-AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Lead Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulics, acting as a technical specialist for critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems essential to submarine operations. You will take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs in one of the most demanding engineering environments, working across multidisciplinary teams to develop complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions and ensure designs meet strict safety, performance and environmental standards. This role offers the chance to contribute directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. Relocation support may be available for submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 31st May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Are you: Transitioning out of the Armed Forces? From an engineering/technical background? Then the Systems Engineering LEAP programme is for you! What is the Systems Engineering LEAP programme?: The Systems Engineering LEAP Programme is designed for great people who have transferable skills, delivering opportunities to start a career in Systems Engineering with a leading UK Defence company . These roles can be based from Edinburgh, Newcastle, and Luton. 18-month year fully paid Systems Engineering development programme. Giving you a great career in Systems Engineering . Structured applied training and development journey. Employment with a leading Defence company working on the latest programmes. Mentoring and peer to peer community support throughout. Future permanent employment. What you'll do as a Systems Engineer: Systems Engineers work across a range of activities that help pull together all the necessary engineering and technology strands into a complex system. As a Systems Engineer, you will bridge the gap between the theoretically possible and the practically implementable. We are searching for the next generation of Systems Engineers who come from a variety of backgrounds and skillsets. Based on your skills and foundation knowledge, we will provide suitable training and skills enhancement to transform you into a Systems Engineer. Typical work you might be involved in includes conducting early-stage research, engaging with stakeholders, transforming stakeholder needs into specifications, creating system architectures/designs, analysing designs, supporting integration/build, writing test plans, and supporting installation and trials. What we need from you: We are not expecting you to have deep theoretical knowledge of the technologies; what we are looking for is people with an engineering background that we can build upon through training, team working and mentoring. Personal attributes and values are just as important to us as technical ability, so we are looking for engineers with a willingness to learn, progress and develop through our devoted technical career path. You will need to be: Committed - We're seeking people who are committed to personal development and a new career in Systems Engineering. Keen to Develop - No matter how good our development programme is, it will require pro-active learning within your role; the faster you learn, the more accelerated your development will be. Analytical and Methodical - Together these traits enable Systems Engineers to create robust and scalable systems, ensuring they always meet the user needs. Curious - Systems Engineers need to understand the "why", so being naturally curious will put you well on your way to being great at this new career already! Open minded - You'll be working with multi-disciplinary and diverse teams of people, so a positive and open mind is essential. All successful applicants must be eligible for full security clearance and access to UK-caveated and ITAR controlled information. Apply now to find out more about the LEAP Programme and embark on an exciting new career in Systems Engineering!
May 23, 2026
Full time
Are you: Transitioning out of the Armed Forces? From an engineering/technical background? Then the Systems Engineering LEAP programme is for you! What is the Systems Engineering LEAP programme?: The Systems Engineering LEAP Programme is designed for great people who have transferable skills, delivering opportunities to start a career in Systems Engineering with a leading UK Defence company . These roles can be based from Edinburgh, Newcastle, and Luton. 18-month year fully paid Systems Engineering development programme. Giving you a great career in Systems Engineering . Structured applied training and development journey. Employment with a leading Defence company working on the latest programmes. Mentoring and peer to peer community support throughout. Future permanent employment. What you'll do as a Systems Engineer: Systems Engineers work across a range of activities that help pull together all the necessary engineering and technology strands into a complex system. As a Systems Engineer, you will bridge the gap between the theoretically possible and the practically implementable. We are searching for the next generation of Systems Engineers who come from a variety of backgrounds and skillsets. Based on your skills and foundation knowledge, we will provide suitable training and skills enhancement to transform you into a Systems Engineer. Typical work you might be involved in includes conducting early-stage research, engaging with stakeholders, transforming stakeholder needs into specifications, creating system architectures/designs, analysing designs, supporting integration/build, writing test plans, and supporting installation and trials. What we need from you: We are not expecting you to have deep theoretical knowledge of the technologies; what we are looking for is people with an engineering background that we can build upon through training, team working and mentoring. Personal attributes and values are just as important to us as technical ability, so we are looking for engineers with a willingness to learn, progress and develop through our devoted technical career path. You will need to be: Committed - We're seeking people who are committed to personal development and a new career in Systems Engineering. Keen to Develop - No matter how good our development programme is, it will require pro-active learning within your role; the faster you learn, the more accelerated your development will be. Analytical and Methodical - Together these traits enable Systems Engineers to create robust and scalable systems, ensuring they always meet the user needs. Curious - Systems Engineers need to understand the "why", so being naturally curious will put you well on your way to being great at this new career already! Open minded - You'll be working with multi-disciplinary and diverse teams of people, so a positive and open mind is essential. All successful applicants must be eligible for full security clearance and access to UK-caveated and ITAR controlled information. Apply now to find out more about the LEAP Programme and embark on an exciting new career in Systems Engineering!
Harper May is partnering with an evolving financial services organisation to appoint a strategic Finance Director . As the business enters a pivotal growth phase, this role will be instrumental in enhancing financial visibility, driving performance, and maturing the firm's finance capability within a regulated landscape. The Role Reporting to the Executive leadership, the Finance Director will assume full accountability for the finance function. This high-impact role requires a leader who can balance technical financial control with the foresight needed to drive strategic initiatives. You will act as a key architect in the firm's development, ensuring finance is a value-adding partner to the wider business. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Direct and evolve the finance function to support long-term scaling and corporate objectives. Commercial Insight: Provide high-level intelligence to the Executive team, identifying profitability drivers and advising on business performance. Reporting & Analysis: Oversee the delivery of comprehensive management information and board packs, ensuring clarity on the firm's financial trajectory. Planning & Forecasting: Lead budgeting and long-term financial planning cycles, aligning fiscal strategy with growth targets. Systems & Process: Proactively implement improvements to financial systems, automation, and reporting frameworks. Capital & Cash Management: Rigorously monitor cash flow, liquidity, and the firm's overall financial position. Governance & Control: Maintain the highest standards of financial integrity and robust controls in line with regulatory requirements. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating complex data into strategic narratives. Team Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and commercial curiosity. Candidate Profile Qualifications: Fully ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification experience. Sector Expertise: Proven track record at a senior level (FD or Head of Finance) within Financial Services or a similarly regulated environment. Strategic Vision: A leader who looks beyond the ledger to provide genuine commercial direction. Technical Mastery: Exceptional reporting and analytical skills with a meticulous approach to data integrity. Leadership: Strong experience in professionalising finance teams and developing talent. Communication: An influential communicator capable of building immediate rapport with Board-level stakeholders.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Harper May is partnering with an evolving financial services organisation to appoint a strategic Finance Director . As the business enters a pivotal growth phase, this role will be instrumental in enhancing financial visibility, driving performance, and maturing the firm's finance capability within a regulated landscape. The Role Reporting to the Executive leadership, the Finance Director will assume full accountability for the finance function. This high-impact role requires a leader who can balance technical financial control with the foresight needed to drive strategic initiatives. You will act as a key architect in the firm's development, ensuring finance is a value-adding partner to the wider business. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Direct and evolve the finance function to support long-term scaling and corporate objectives. Commercial Insight: Provide high-level intelligence to the Executive team, identifying profitability drivers and advising on business performance. Reporting & Analysis: Oversee the delivery of comprehensive management information and board packs, ensuring clarity on the firm's financial trajectory. Planning & Forecasting: Lead budgeting and long-term financial planning cycles, aligning fiscal strategy with growth targets. Systems & Process: Proactively implement improvements to financial systems, automation, and reporting frameworks. Capital & Cash Management: Rigorously monitor cash flow, liquidity, and the firm's overall financial position. Governance & Control: Maintain the highest standards of financial integrity and robust controls in line with regulatory requirements. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating complex data into strategic narratives. Team Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and commercial curiosity. Candidate Profile Qualifications: Fully ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification experience. Sector Expertise: Proven track record at a senior level (FD or Head of Finance) within Financial Services or a similarly regulated environment. Strategic Vision: A leader who looks beyond the ledger to provide genuine commercial direction. Technical Mastery: Exceptional reporting and analytical skills with a meticulous approach to data integrity. Leadership: Strong experience in professionalising finance teams and developing talent. Communication: An influential communicator capable of building immediate rapport with Board-level stakeholders.
Role: Data Solutions Architect (SC Cleared) Contract: 3-6 months initial Day rate: 500pd- 550pd (Inside IR35) Location: London (Hybrid working) We are working with a large-scale consultancy who require a Data Solutions Architect to work on an Azure Data project. The role will require someone who is SC Cleared and will be hybrid working, based in London. Responsibilities: Design secure, scalable data solutions across application, data, integration, infrastructure and security domains. Architect cloud data platforms and analytics stacks (e.g. Azure Databricks, Microsoft Fabric) including distributed processing (Spark). Translate functional and non-functional requirements (security, performance, availability, resilience) into resilient target architectures. Define current-state, target-state and transition architectures, including phased roadmaps and dependency-aware migration plans. Apply platform engineering practices (IaC, CI/CD, DevOps) aligned to landing-zone/enterprise-scale guardrails (e.g. Azure CAF). Design modern enterprise integration patterns (APIs, event-driven and service-based approaches). Produce clear, auditable artefacts for governance and assurance (HLD/LLD, ADRs, options appraisals). Act as design authority lead design reviews/ARBs, communicate trade-offs, and support build-phase conformance. Support delivery reporting/RAID, knowledge transfer, capability uplift, and exit/transition planning with complete handover documentation. Essential requirements Active SC clearance and experience working in regulated environments. Strong solution architecture background across data, cloud, security and integration. Hands-on knowledge of Azure data services, Databricks/Fabric, and modern analytics patterns. Ability to create and defend architecture artefacts and influence senior technical stakeholders. Please note, to be successful for the role and due to time frames, you must hold active SC Clearance. If you are interested in the role provide an up to date CV for consideration and apply now!
May 23, 2026
Contractor
Role: Data Solutions Architect (SC Cleared) Contract: 3-6 months initial Day rate: 500pd- 550pd (Inside IR35) Location: London (Hybrid working) We are working with a large-scale consultancy who require a Data Solutions Architect to work on an Azure Data project. The role will require someone who is SC Cleared and will be hybrid working, based in London. Responsibilities: Design secure, scalable data solutions across application, data, integration, infrastructure and security domains. Architect cloud data platforms and analytics stacks (e.g. Azure Databricks, Microsoft Fabric) including distributed processing (Spark). Translate functional and non-functional requirements (security, performance, availability, resilience) into resilient target architectures. Define current-state, target-state and transition architectures, including phased roadmaps and dependency-aware migration plans. Apply platform engineering practices (IaC, CI/CD, DevOps) aligned to landing-zone/enterprise-scale guardrails (e.g. Azure CAF). Design modern enterprise integration patterns (APIs, event-driven and service-based approaches). Produce clear, auditable artefacts for governance and assurance (HLD/LLD, ADRs, options appraisals). Act as design authority lead design reviews/ARBs, communicate trade-offs, and support build-phase conformance. Support delivery reporting/RAID, knowledge transfer, capability uplift, and exit/transition planning with complete handover documentation. Essential requirements Active SC clearance and experience working in regulated environments. Strong solution architecture background across data, cloud, security and integration. Hands-on knowledge of Azure data services, Databricks/Fabric, and modern analytics patterns. Ability to create and defend architecture artefacts and influence senior technical stakeholders. Please note, to be successful for the role and due to time frames, you must hold active SC Clearance. If you are interested in the role provide an up to date CV for consideration and apply now!
TJX Europe At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: We're looking for a Senior Product Analyst to join our agile Workday Security team and play a key role in designing secure, scalable, and audit-ready solutions across our global Workday platform. This senior role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with Workday security configuration, lead cross-functional discovery sessions, and mentor junior analysts-while acting as a trusted SME guiding strategic security and product decisions. You'll drive feature refinement, solution design, and end-to-end testing with autonomy, ensuring our security model aligns with enterprise standards, audit requirements, and regulatory needs. If you're passionate about Workday Security and want to influence meaningful change in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is the role for you. Why Work With Us? We value integrity, respect, and teamwork, encouraging a unique and inclusive culture. Enjoy Associate discounts at our stores, available to you and eligible family members Immediate access to our Group Benefits package, including a Health Care Spending Account, Retirement Savings Program, Associate & Family Assistance Program, and various well-being resources. A competitive vacation package, paired with a Vacation Trade Program that allows you to opt in for an extra week. Comprehensive training and development resources designed to help you learn, grow, and succeed. Exciting career paths with growth opportunities and tuition reimbursement to support your career progression. What You'll Do: Core Responsibilities Serve as a senior resource for Workday Security Administration, supporting day-to-day operations and leading strategic initiatives in a large enterprise environment. Collaborate with the security team, other product teams, and business partners to gather requirements, configure security settings, and support testing and audit activities. Partner with the team during backlog refinement for security features (estimation, acceptance criteria, testing strategy) and drive discovery to define security impacts, dependencies, and cross-functional needs. Analyze complex business processes and translate them into secure, compliant, and scalable Workday solutions that follow least-privilege principles. Coordinate functional and non-functional testing (e.g., regression, negative testing, SoD validation) to ensure solutions meet policy, audit, and risk standards. Partner with audit, risk, and compliance teams on access reviews, controls testing, remediation, and release readiness; maintain high-quality security documentation. Mentor junior analysts and champion standards for configuration, documentation, and knowledge sharing. Provide operational support for incident resolution and access request processes, including ServiceNow ticket handling. Technical Expertise Workday Security Configuration Hands-on configuration of Domain Security Policies and Business Process Security Policies. Configure and manage Workday Security Groups, including: Role-Based Security Groups (RBAC) User-Based Security Groups Aggregation Security Groups Segment-Based Security Groups Document Segment-Based Security Groups Integration System Security Groups (ISSGs) Integration System Users (ISUs) Lead role creation and assignment, ensuring appropriate access across modules and safeguarding sensitive data. Support integration security for EIBs/APIs, manage ISU/ISSG lifecycles, and oversee credential/token rotation practices. Device & Access Management Configure and manage authentication policies, including Multifactor Authentication (MFA), SAML/SSO integrations, and Proxy Access policies. Support and troubleshoot Workday Mobile access and device-related issues. Preferred Experience Workday implementation or rollout experience, especially in global or multi-country environments. Familiarity with GDPR, Works Council requirements, and other regional compliance standards. Functional knowledge of Workday HCM modules (Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent & Performance, Compensation, Absence, Benefits, Payroll). Knowledge of HR operations, compliance requirements, and HR data standards. Understanding of audit reporting, compliance support, and security best practices. •Workday Core HCM certification. About You: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent IT Delivery skillset/training/experience. Very strong experience supporting a large, global Workday environment with deep expertise in Workday Security. Proficient in security architecture and configuration (domains, BPs, roles, security groups, and report/data access), with proven experience troubleshooting access-related issues. Demonstrated experience running access reviews, supporting audits, and partnering with risk/compliance on controls. Comfortable building test strategies, executing validation, and documenting results for audit readiness. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and work independently. Strong listening, documentation, and communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to engage both technical and business stakeholders. If you're ready to bring your energy and passion, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a place where every day is a chance to make a difference. As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation. Address: 73 Clarendon Road Location: EUR Home Office Watford GB
May 23, 2026
Full time
TJX Europe At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: We're looking for a Senior Product Analyst to join our agile Workday Security team and play a key role in designing secure, scalable, and audit-ready solutions across our global Workday platform. This senior role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with Workday security configuration, lead cross-functional discovery sessions, and mentor junior analysts-while acting as a trusted SME guiding strategic security and product decisions. You'll drive feature refinement, solution design, and end-to-end testing with autonomy, ensuring our security model aligns with enterprise standards, audit requirements, and regulatory needs. If you're passionate about Workday Security and want to influence meaningful change in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is the role for you. Why Work With Us? We value integrity, respect, and teamwork, encouraging a unique and inclusive culture. Enjoy Associate discounts at our stores, available to you and eligible family members Immediate access to our Group Benefits package, including a Health Care Spending Account, Retirement Savings Program, Associate & Family Assistance Program, and various well-being resources. A competitive vacation package, paired with a Vacation Trade Program that allows you to opt in for an extra week. Comprehensive training and development resources designed to help you learn, grow, and succeed. Exciting career paths with growth opportunities and tuition reimbursement to support your career progression. What You'll Do: Core Responsibilities Serve as a senior resource for Workday Security Administration, supporting day-to-day operations and leading strategic initiatives in a large enterprise environment. Collaborate with the security team, other product teams, and business partners to gather requirements, configure security settings, and support testing and audit activities. Partner with the team during backlog refinement for security features (estimation, acceptance criteria, testing strategy) and drive discovery to define security impacts, dependencies, and cross-functional needs. Analyze complex business processes and translate them into secure, compliant, and scalable Workday solutions that follow least-privilege principles. Coordinate functional and non-functional testing (e.g., regression, negative testing, SoD validation) to ensure solutions meet policy, audit, and risk standards. Partner with audit, risk, and compliance teams on access reviews, controls testing, remediation, and release readiness; maintain high-quality security documentation. Mentor junior analysts and champion standards for configuration, documentation, and knowledge sharing. Provide operational support for incident resolution and access request processes, including ServiceNow ticket handling. Technical Expertise Workday Security Configuration Hands-on configuration of Domain Security Policies and Business Process Security Policies. Configure and manage Workday Security Groups, including: Role-Based Security Groups (RBAC) User-Based Security Groups Aggregation Security Groups Segment-Based Security Groups Document Segment-Based Security Groups Integration System Security Groups (ISSGs) Integration System Users (ISUs) Lead role creation and assignment, ensuring appropriate access across modules and safeguarding sensitive data. Support integration security for EIBs/APIs, manage ISU/ISSG lifecycles, and oversee credential/token rotation practices. Device & Access Management Configure and manage authentication policies, including Multifactor Authentication (MFA), SAML/SSO integrations, and Proxy Access policies. Support and troubleshoot Workday Mobile access and device-related issues. Preferred Experience Workday implementation or rollout experience, especially in global or multi-country environments. Familiarity with GDPR, Works Council requirements, and other regional compliance standards. Functional knowledge of Workday HCM modules (Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent & Performance, Compensation, Absence, Benefits, Payroll). Knowledge of HR operations, compliance requirements, and HR data standards. Understanding of audit reporting, compliance support, and security best practices. •Workday Core HCM certification. About You: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent IT Delivery skillset/training/experience. Very strong experience supporting a large, global Workday environment with deep expertise in Workday Security. Proficient in security architecture and configuration (domains, BPs, roles, security groups, and report/data access), with proven experience troubleshooting access-related issues. Demonstrated experience running access reviews, supporting audits, and partnering with risk/compliance on controls. Comfortable building test strategies, executing validation, and documenting results for audit readiness. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and work independently. Strong listening, documentation, and communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to engage both technical and business stakeholders. If you're ready to bring your energy and passion, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a place where every day is a chance to make a difference. As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation. Address: 73 Clarendon Road Location: EUR Home Office Watford GB
Here at MBDA, our Land Ceptor Systems Engineering team is growing in order to help the British and Polish Armies fulfil the full potential of the system and to extend and tailor the capability for existing and emerging export contracts. Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 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 recent commencement of the NAREW export contract for Poland alongside the support of the British Army system and production of systems for other contracts sees the Land Ceptor functional development team needing to grow to support this varied portfolio. As a Systems Engineer, Requirements within the Functional development team you'll be involved in: Helping the customer understand and capture their needs, Deriving suitable system, subsystem and software requirements to meet the needs, Informing product line approaches to allow a common suite of products to meet different customer needs, Determining and managing processes and procedures to manage change is a controlled way, Acting as customer for specific software items. What we're looking for from you: Requirements management and derivation experience (ideally in a defence) Experience of system engineering tools e.g. DOORS/DOORS NG/Rhapsody Ability to disseminate/share technical information to customers in an understandable manner Engineering change control and management experience Ability to initiate/undertake and drive trade studies and system development activities Experience of developing complex systems (ideally in defence) Ability to communicate architectures and ideas at all levels Strong stakeholder management skills Experience of working with product lines would be beneficial This role will have real impact on what we deliver to our customers, current and future, and in return will provide you with the opportunity to work independently across the company, genuine engineering challenges and broad professional growth. 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.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Here at MBDA, our Land Ceptor Systems Engineering team is growing in order to help the British and Polish Armies fulfil the full potential of the system and to extend and tailor the capability for existing and emerging export contracts. Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 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 recent commencement of the NAREW export contract for Poland alongside the support of the British Army system and production of systems for other contracts sees the Land Ceptor functional development team needing to grow to support this varied portfolio. As a Systems Engineer, Requirements within the Functional development team you'll be involved in: Helping the customer understand and capture their needs, Deriving suitable system, subsystem and software requirements to meet the needs, Informing product line approaches to allow a common suite of products to meet different customer needs, Determining and managing processes and procedures to manage change is a controlled way, Acting as customer for specific software items. What we're looking for from you: Requirements management and derivation experience (ideally in a defence) Experience of system engineering tools e.g. DOORS/DOORS NG/Rhapsody Ability to disseminate/share technical information to customers in an understandable manner Engineering change control and management experience Ability to initiate/undertake and drive trade studies and system development activities Experience of developing complex systems (ideally in defence) Ability to communicate architectures and ideas at all levels Strong stakeholder management skills Experience of working with product lines would be beneficial This role will have real impact on what we deliver to our customers, current and future, and in return will provide you with the opportunity to work independently across the company, genuine engineering challenges and broad professional growth. 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.
Stevenage Would you like to be part of a group of specialist engineers helping to deliver some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems? We are currently recruiting for a software security expert, to work across a range of our products! Salary: Circa £74,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 to 5 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. This role is an SC security clearance role and the successful candidate must also be willing to go through the DV clearance process. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% 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 The opportunity: It's a great place to learn about the company's entire product range within a team that is embracing innovative technologies. Key aspects of this role include: The primary focus of this role is to guide the security aspects of product development across the whole product lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support The provision of technical expertise to our software development teams and wider project teams, offering guidance on security requirements, security techniques, software architecture, design patterns, coding standards, trade-offs, and best practices. Participating in the evaluation and selection of appropriate technologies and frameworks for software projects. Conducting security assessments and risk analyses of technologies and software systems, by identifying potential vulnerabilities and threats, and developing mitigation strategies. Supporting continuous improvement, through identifying areas for process improvement, contributing to the development and implementation of software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of security processes, procedures, and guidelines. Generating security reports and metrics to track security-related activities, vulnerabilities, and remediation efforts. In Software Engineering at MBDA you will find: Engineering is at heart of our business; there is opportunity to both develop your core leadership skills, and gain a wider appreciation of sophisticated software systems. Working alongside a multi-disciplined engineering team, you will be a key part of a supportive and growing software engineering team as your career expands with us. What we're looking for from you: You'll already have experience developing complex software products in the Defence, Automotive, Aerospace or Telecoms sectors (or a similar field) Experience of software security with knowledge of industry security standards, and best practices. A natural collaborator who is a technical leader, with good communication and influencing skills, comfortable with problem solving and technical challenges. You'll have an interest in novel and emerging technologies, and the challenges that face the Security community. It would be beneficial to have experience developing embedded software and/or firmware, but not essential You'll have a degree or equivalent experience in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) subject or similar, and be comfortable working with engineers from other disciplines 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.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Stevenage Would you like to be part of a group of specialist engineers helping to deliver some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems? We are currently recruiting for a software security expert, to work across a range of our products! Salary: Circa £74,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 to 5 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. This role is an SC security clearance role and the successful candidate must also be willing to go through the DV clearance process. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% 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 The opportunity: It's a great place to learn about the company's entire product range within a team that is embracing innovative technologies. Key aspects of this role include: The primary focus of this role is to guide the security aspects of product development across the whole product lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support The provision of technical expertise to our software development teams and wider project teams, offering guidance on security requirements, security techniques, software architecture, design patterns, coding standards, trade-offs, and best practices. Participating in the evaluation and selection of appropriate technologies and frameworks for software projects. Conducting security assessments and risk analyses of technologies and software systems, by identifying potential vulnerabilities and threats, and developing mitigation strategies. Supporting continuous improvement, through identifying areas for process improvement, contributing to the development and implementation of software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of security processes, procedures, and guidelines. Generating security reports and metrics to track security-related activities, vulnerabilities, and remediation efforts. In Software Engineering at MBDA you will find: Engineering is at heart of our business; there is opportunity to both develop your core leadership skills, and gain a wider appreciation of sophisticated software systems. Working alongside a multi-disciplined engineering team, you will be a key part of a supportive and growing software engineering team as your career expands with us. What we're looking for from you: You'll already have experience developing complex software products in the Defence, Automotive, Aerospace or Telecoms sectors (or a similar field) Experience of software security with knowledge of industry security standards, and best practices. A natural collaborator who is a technical leader, with good communication and influencing skills, comfortable with problem solving and technical challenges. You'll have an interest in novel and emerging technologies, and the challenges that face the Security community. It would be beneficial to have experience developing embedded software and/or firmware, but not essential You'll have a degree or equivalent experience in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) subject or similar, and be comfortable working with engineers from other disciplines 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.
Here at MBDA, our Land Ceptor Systems Engineering team is growing in order to help the British and Polish Armies fulfil the full potential of the system and to extend and tailor the capability for existing and emerging export contracts. Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 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 recent commencement of new contracts, the Land Ceptor functional development team needing to grow to support this varied portfolio. There are a number of roles within the Land Ceptor team working for the Chief Systems Engineer. As a Systems Engineer within the Functional development team you could be involved in one of the following areas (with opportunity to get experience across all areas): Working as part of the requirements team to take customer requirements and deriving suitable system, subsystem and software requirements, systems studies and support system design Working as part of the certification team to capture and review evidence, conduct technical investigations and support the delivery of Certificate of Designs to enable customer deliveries Working with the Poland programme lead to organise bids, manage and support the programme delivery activities. This will involve everything from and stakeholder engagement to helping manage and deliver the overall Poland programmes in the functional area. What we're looking for from you: General systems engineering experience (ideally in a defence based context) Requirements management and derivation experience Experience of system engineering tools e.g. DOORS/DOORS NG/Rhapsody Ability to disseminate/share technical information to customers in an understandable manner Engineering change control and management experience Ability to initiate/undertake and drive trade studies and system development activities Experience of developing complex systems Ability to communicate architectures and ideas at all levels Strong stakeholder management skills Experience of working with product lines would be beneficial This role will have real impact on what we deliver to our customers, current and future, and in return will provide you with the opportunity to work independently across the company, genuine engineering challenges and broad professional growth. 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.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Here at MBDA, our Land Ceptor Systems Engineering team is growing in order to help the British and Polish Armies fulfil the full potential of the system and to extend and tailor the capability for existing and emerging export contracts. Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 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 recent commencement of new contracts, the Land Ceptor functional development team needing to grow to support this varied portfolio. There are a number of roles within the Land Ceptor team working for the Chief Systems Engineer. As a Systems Engineer within the Functional development team you could be involved in one of the following areas (with opportunity to get experience across all areas): Working as part of the requirements team to take customer requirements and deriving suitable system, subsystem and software requirements, systems studies and support system design Working as part of the certification team to capture and review evidence, conduct technical investigations and support the delivery of Certificate of Designs to enable customer deliveries Working with the Poland programme lead to organise bids, manage and support the programme delivery activities. This will involve everything from and stakeholder engagement to helping manage and deliver the overall Poland programmes in the functional area. What we're looking for from you: General systems engineering experience (ideally in a defence based context) Requirements management and derivation experience Experience of system engineering tools e.g. DOORS/DOORS NG/Rhapsody Ability to disseminate/share technical information to customers in an understandable manner Engineering change control and management experience Ability to initiate/undertake and drive trade studies and system development activities Experience of developing complex systems Ability to communicate architectures and ideas at all levels Strong stakeholder management skills Experience of working with product lines would be beneficial This role will have real impact on what we deliver to our customers, current and future, and in return will provide you with the opportunity to work independently across the company, genuine engineering challenges and broad professional growth. 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.
About the Role We are looking for a talented ARB Registered Architect and a Qualified Architectural Technologist to join our growing practice. These roles will play a key part in delivering high-quality architectural projects across a range of sectors, from early concept design through to technical delivery and completion. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, and external consultants to ensure projects are innovative, compliant, and efficiently delivered. Role 1: ARB Registered Architect Key Responsibilities Lead projects across all RIBA stages (0-7) Develop design concepts and present proposals to clients Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and consultants Ensure compliance with UK planning regulations and Building Regulations Prepare planning applications, tender packages, and construction documentation Carry out site inspections and contract administration duties Manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development Requirements Registration with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) RIBA Part 3 qualified (or equivalent) Demonstrable experience in a UK architectural practice Strong design, technical, and project management skills Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite Excellent communication and client-facing skills Role 2: Qualified Architectural Technologist Key Responsibilities Produce detailed technical drawings and specifications Develop and manage construction information packages Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and industry standards Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors Assist in the coordination of BIM models and technical workflows Conduct site visits and resolve technical issues during construction Support project delivery through technical expertise Requirements Degree or HND/HNC in Architectural Technology or related field Membership with a relevant professional body (e.g., CIAT) preferred Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and construction detailing Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other technical software Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
May 23, 2026
Full time
About the Role We are looking for a talented ARB Registered Architect and a Qualified Architectural Technologist to join our growing practice. These roles will play a key part in delivering high-quality architectural projects across a range of sectors, from early concept design through to technical delivery and completion. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, and external consultants to ensure projects are innovative, compliant, and efficiently delivered. Role 1: ARB Registered Architect Key Responsibilities Lead projects across all RIBA stages (0-7) Develop design concepts and present proposals to clients Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and consultants Ensure compliance with UK planning regulations and Building Regulations Prepare planning applications, tender packages, and construction documentation Carry out site inspections and contract administration duties Manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development Requirements Registration with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) RIBA Part 3 qualified (or equivalent) Demonstrable experience in a UK architectural practice Strong design, technical, and project management skills Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite Excellent communication and client-facing skills Role 2: Qualified Architectural Technologist Key Responsibilities Produce detailed technical drawings and specifications Develop and manage construction information packages Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and industry standards Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors Assist in the coordination of BIM models and technical workflows Conduct site visits and resolve technical issues during construction Support project delivery through technical expertise Requirements Degree or HND/HNC in Architectural Technology or related field Membership with a relevant professional body (e.g., CIAT) preferred Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and construction detailing Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other technical software Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulics Location: Barrow-in-Furness / Coventry We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £55,000 (Commensurate with skills and experience) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of submarine hydraulic and actuation systems. This includes system-level design, technical leadership and the opportunity to steer design architecture across a major submarine programme. Core duties: Provide technical leadership , owning design solutions and providing guidance to others. Lead the technical assurance of the hydraulic systems, sub-systems and equipment for the next generation Royal Navy submarines. Verify calculations are complete, checked by the appropriate SQEP and validate calculation meet technical intent. Supporting the team in tackling technical challenges , providing support and advice to ensure adequate technical solutions. Co-ordinate programmatic initiatives , leading additional work packages which fall outside normal system scope. Drive engineering governance through peer reviews and design reviews, identifying and addressing shortfalls in documentation or process. Essential Skills: Strong experience in the design of hydraulic systems - ideally in complex , safety-critical environments (e.g. maritime, aerospace, defence, nuclear, oil & gas and sub-sea) Familiarity with systems and equipment involving; hydraulic power units (HPUs), variable frequency dives (VFDs), control cabinets, pumps, electric motors, hydraulic actuators, hydro-static transmissions and fluid mechanics. Proven capability in system lifecycle delivery - from concept through to commissioning Demonstrated leadership through technical direction, mentoring, or project ownership Chartered engineer or working towards professional accreditation The Platform Mechanical Team This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN-AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Lead Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulics, acting as a technical specialist for critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems essential to submarine operations. You will take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs in one of the most demanding engineering environments, working across multidisciplinary teams to develop complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions and ensure designs meet strict safety, performance and environmental standards. This role offers the chance to contribute directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. Relocation support may be available for submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 31st May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulics Location: Barrow-in-Furness / Coventry We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £55,000 (Commensurate with skills and experience) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of submarine hydraulic and actuation systems. This includes system-level design, technical leadership and the opportunity to steer design architecture across a major submarine programme. Core duties: Provide technical leadership , owning design solutions and providing guidance to others. Lead the technical assurance of the hydraulic systems, sub-systems and equipment for the next generation Royal Navy submarines. Verify calculations are complete, checked by the appropriate SQEP and validate calculation meet technical intent. Supporting the team in tackling technical challenges , providing support and advice to ensure adequate technical solutions. Co-ordinate programmatic initiatives , leading additional work packages which fall outside normal system scope. Drive engineering governance through peer reviews and design reviews, identifying and addressing shortfalls in documentation or process. Essential Skills: Strong experience in the design of hydraulic systems - ideally in complex , safety-critical environments (e.g. maritime, aerospace, defence, nuclear, oil & gas and sub-sea) Familiarity with systems and equipment involving; hydraulic power units (HPUs), variable frequency dives (VFDs), control cabinets, pumps, electric motors, hydraulic actuators, hydro-static transmissions and fluid mechanics. Proven capability in system lifecycle delivery - from concept through to commissioning Demonstrated leadership through technical direction, mentoring, or project ownership Chartered engineer or working towards professional accreditation The Platform Mechanical Team This is an exciting opportunity to join the SSN-AUKUS Platform Mechanical Integrated Delivery Team as a Lead Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulics, acting as a technical specialist for critical compressible and incompressible fluid systems essential to submarine operations. You will take ownership of high-integrity mechanical designs in one of the most demanding engineering environments, working across multidisciplinary teams to develop complex system solutions, influence platform-level decisions and ensure designs meet strict safety, performance and environmental standards. This role offers the chance to contribute directly to one of the UK's most advanced defence programmes. Relocation support may be available for submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 31st May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Our client, a leader in the banking investment sector, is currently seeking an AI Security Engineer to join their team remotely. This is a contract role focused on developing and implementing robust information security strategies using cutting-edge AI technologies within the banking sector. Key Responsibilities: Utilise hands-on experience with leading AI technologies and platforms, such as AWS Bed click apply for full job details
May 23, 2026
Full time
Our client, a leader in the banking investment sector, is currently seeking an AI Security Engineer to join their team remotely. This is a contract role focused on developing and implementing robust information security strategies using cutting-edge AI technologies within the banking sector. Key Responsibilities: Utilise hands-on experience with leading AI technologies and platforms, such as AWS Bed click apply for full job details
Data Architect Birmingham (Weekly on site) Up to £85,000 + bonus + generous pension The organisation are undergoing a major digital and data transformation and are hiring a Data Architect to lead the design of their new data platform. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company where you can influence and shape an enterprise level transformation. Key Responsibilities of the Data Architect: Own and shape the enterprise data architecture vision, strategy and maturity roadmap. Design the end-to-end data platform, including data models, data lakes, warehouses and integrations. Define data standards and establish a robust data governance framework, developing data quality and security standards in line with regulatory requirements. Ensure readiness for AI/ML integration. Evaluate emerging tools, cloud platforms and analytics technologies. Work with external partners to establish a single version of the truth across the industry and enable secure data sharing. Requirements Proven experience as a Data Architect, having previously shaped or matured an organisation s data landscape. Experience within a regulated industry (e.g. utilities, finance, defence). Broad knowledge of modern data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks). Strong data modelling expertise. Comfortable working through ambiguity and able to communicate architectural decisions at a senior level. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Jack McManus via the (url removed) Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
May 23, 2026
Full time
Data Architect Birmingham (Weekly on site) Up to £85,000 + bonus + generous pension The organisation are undergoing a major digital and data transformation and are hiring a Data Architect to lead the design of their new data platform. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company where you can influence and shape an enterprise level transformation. Key Responsibilities of the Data Architect: Own and shape the enterprise data architecture vision, strategy and maturity roadmap. Design the end-to-end data platform, including data models, data lakes, warehouses and integrations. Define data standards and establish a robust data governance framework, developing data quality and security standards in line with regulatory requirements. Ensure readiness for AI/ML integration. Evaluate emerging tools, cloud platforms and analytics technologies. Work with external partners to establish a single version of the truth across the industry and enable secure data sharing. Requirements Proven experience as a Data Architect, having previously shaped or matured an organisation s data landscape. Experience within a regulated industry (e.g. utilities, finance, defence). Broad knowledge of modern data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks). Strong data modelling expertise. Comfortable working through ambiguity and able to communicate architectural decisions at a senior level. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Jack McManus via the (url removed) Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
Lead Software Engineer Up to £90,000 per annum plus bonus Milton Keynes (Twice a week on site) VIQU have partnered with a growing SaaS organisation who are hiring a Lead Software Engineer to play a key role in shaping technical direction of the product whilst leading a team of five software engineers. The is very much a player coach role (30% management, 70% architecture/coding), and is an opportunity to shape engineering standards at a company at a pivotal point in their growth, having an influence over the technical strategy whilst remaining hands on. Experience required: Background in modern .NET/C# development & architecture. A track record of leading and mentoring teams of engineers. Cloud experience with AWS (Lambda, S3, SNS, API Gateway, and event-driven architecture). Experience with React/ Angular. Experience with testing frameworks and quality engineering practices (unit & integration testing and test driven development). Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. Previously implemented AI driven coding efficiencies within teams. Knowledge of Docker and containerised applications. Hands on experience with serverless cloud architecture would be a nice to have. Duties of the Lead Software Engineer Lead a team of 5 engineers within a scaled agile environment. Conducting code and architecture reviews to maintain consistency, quality, and maintainability whilst remaining hands on in the code. Embedding robust testing practices (TDD, integration testing, BDD) and driving automation across regression suites. Design and architect solutions using CQRS (Command Query Responsibility Segregation) and event-driven architecture patterns. Working within AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, IAM, event-based services). Exploring and introducing AI related efficiencies. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Jack McManus via the (url removed) Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
May 23, 2026
Full time
Lead Software Engineer Up to £90,000 per annum plus bonus Milton Keynes (Twice a week on site) VIQU have partnered with a growing SaaS organisation who are hiring a Lead Software Engineer to play a key role in shaping technical direction of the product whilst leading a team of five software engineers. The is very much a player coach role (30% management, 70% architecture/coding), and is an opportunity to shape engineering standards at a company at a pivotal point in their growth, having an influence over the technical strategy whilst remaining hands on. Experience required: Background in modern .NET/C# development & architecture. A track record of leading and mentoring teams of engineers. Cloud experience with AWS (Lambda, S3, SNS, API Gateway, and event-driven architecture). Experience with React/ Angular. Experience with testing frameworks and quality engineering practices (unit & integration testing and test driven development). Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. Previously implemented AI driven coding efficiencies within teams. Knowledge of Docker and containerised applications. Hands on experience with serverless cloud architecture would be a nice to have. Duties of the Lead Software Engineer Lead a team of 5 engineers within a scaled agile environment. Conducting code and architecture reviews to maintain consistency, quality, and maintainability whilst remaining hands on in the code. Embedding robust testing practices (TDD, integration testing, BDD) and driving automation across regression suites. Design and architect solutions using CQRS (Command Query Responsibility Segregation) and event-driven architecture patterns. Working within AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, IAM, event-based services). Exploring and introducing AI related efficiencies. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Jack McManus via the (url removed) Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
SAP Senior Enterprise Architect Nottingham Permanent On-site Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance VIQU has partnered with a leading organisation seeking a SAP Senior Enterprise Architect to join their Technology team in Nottingham. This is a high-impact opportunity to take ownership of enterprise-wide architecture across ERP, finance, and logistics, shaping strategy and driving large-scale transformation. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, influence key decisions, and lead the evolution of complex technology landscapes including S/4HANA. This role is ideal for someone operating at enterprise level who can confidently align business outcomes with technology direction. Key Responsibilities: • Own and evolve enterprise architecture across ERP technologies, including optimisation of S/4HANA and migration from legacy systems • Define target architectures and transition roadmaps aligned to strategic business priorities • Provide architectural leadership across major Finance and Logistics programmes • Act as a senior design authority, reviewing and approving solution designs • Collaborate with business leaders to shape IT strategy, investment decisions, and roadmaps • Contribute to architecture governance and continuous improvement of EA practices • Ensure alignment with enterprise standards including integration, data, security, identity, and platform strategy • Mentor and support architects, driving consistency and development across the team Key Requirements: • Proven experience delivering SAP-centric or ERP enterprise architecture within large, complex organisations • Strong enterprise-level experience across strategy, roadmaps, and investment decision-making • Ability to translate business strategy into clear technology direction and outcomes • Experience influencing senior technical and non-technical stakeholders • Strong understanding of finance and or logistics systems and how they integrate across wider architecture • Experience working on large-scale transformation programmes, with S/4HANA desirable but not essential • Previous leadership or line management experience • Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex concepts Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities. SAP Senior Enterprise Architect Nottingham Permanent On-site Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance
May 23, 2026
Full time
SAP Senior Enterprise Architect Nottingham Permanent On-site Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance VIQU has partnered with a leading organisation seeking a SAP Senior Enterprise Architect to join their Technology team in Nottingham. This is a high-impact opportunity to take ownership of enterprise-wide architecture across ERP, finance, and logistics, shaping strategy and driving large-scale transformation. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, influence key decisions, and lead the evolution of complex technology landscapes including S/4HANA. This role is ideal for someone operating at enterprise level who can confidently align business outcomes with technology direction. Key Responsibilities: • Own and evolve enterprise architecture across ERP technologies, including optimisation of S/4HANA and migration from legacy systems • Define target architectures and transition roadmaps aligned to strategic business priorities • Provide architectural leadership across major Finance and Logistics programmes • Act as a senior design authority, reviewing and approving solution designs • Collaborate with business leaders to shape IT strategy, investment decisions, and roadmaps • Contribute to architecture governance and continuous improvement of EA practices • Ensure alignment with enterprise standards including integration, data, security, identity, and platform strategy • Mentor and support architects, driving consistency and development across the team Key Requirements: • Proven experience delivering SAP-centric or ERP enterprise architecture within large, complex organisations • Strong enterprise-level experience across strategy, roadmaps, and investment decision-making • Ability to translate business strategy into clear technology direction and outcomes • Experience influencing senior technical and non-technical stakeholders • Strong understanding of finance and or logistics systems and how they integrate across wider architecture • Experience working on large-scale transformation programmes, with S/4HANA desirable but not essential • Previous leadership or line management experience • Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex concepts Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities. SAP Senior Enterprise Architect Nottingham Permanent On-site Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance
Supply Chain Domain Solution Architect 110k + car allowance + up to 30% bonus London or Birmingham We are recruiting for a permanent Supply Chain Domain Solution Architect to join a FTSE 250 organisation undergoing a significant supply chain and retail technology transformation. This is a key, long-term role within the architecture function, offering the opportunity to shape and embed scalable supply chain capabilities across a complex, multi-brand, high-volume retail environment. Role Overview This is a hands-on architecture position with responsibility for defining, governing, and evolving end-to-end supply chain solutions. The role covers the full supply chain lifecycle including procurement, supplier integration, inventory and stock management, warehousing, logistics, and distribution. You will play a central role in establishing sustainable, standardised architecture approaches that support high-volume operations, perishable inventory, and complex supplier and concession models, while aligning to the organisation's long-term technology strategy. Key Responsibilities Solution Architecture Design end-to-end supply chain solutions spanning suppliers through to distribution centres and retail / operational endpoints Define architectures supporting full inventory lifecycle management, including shelf-life tracking, batch/lot traceability, and regulatory compliance Own and maintain architecture artefacts across supply chain domains Define both target and transitional state architectures aligned to business and technology roadmaps Governance & Standards Apply TOGAF-aligned principles and contribute to enterprise-wide architecture standards Ensure alignment with the broader enterprise architecture and target operating model Establish and enforce architecture patterns, standards, and guardrails Provide governance and oversight across internal delivery teams and third-party vendors Delivery & Transformation Support ongoing ERP and supply chain transformation programmes, including implementations and enhancements Partner closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure solutions meet functional and non-functional requirements Contribute to vendor selection, RFP processes, and solution evaluations Act as a long-term strategic partner to the business, helping evolve supply chain capabilities over time Required Experience Essential: Proven experience as a Solution Architect or Domain Architect within supply chain and inventory environments Strong background within retail, ideally in complex, high-volume, multi-brand organisations Experience designing and delivering inventory, warehouse, and supply chain solutions Experience with ERP and supply chain platforms Experience operating within large, complex enterprise environments TOGAF certified or equivalent experience working within an enterprise architecture framework Desirable: Experience within food retail, food service, FMCG or other perishable goods environments This is an excellent opportunity to join a business investing heavily in its supply chain and technology landscape, offering long-term career growth, influence over strategic direction, and the chance to work on large-scale, business-critical transformation programmes. Please send your CV to apply.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Supply Chain Domain Solution Architect 110k + car allowance + up to 30% bonus London or Birmingham We are recruiting for a permanent Supply Chain Domain Solution Architect to join a FTSE 250 organisation undergoing a significant supply chain and retail technology transformation. This is a key, long-term role within the architecture function, offering the opportunity to shape and embed scalable supply chain capabilities across a complex, multi-brand, high-volume retail environment. Role Overview This is a hands-on architecture position with responsibility for defining, governing, and evolving end-to-end supply chain solutions. The role covers the full supply chain lifecycle including procurement, supplier integration, inventory and stock management, warehousing, logistics, and distribution. You will play a central role in establishing sustainable, standardised architecture approaches that support high-volume operations, perishable inventory, and complex supplier and concession models, while aligning to the organisation's long-term technology strategy. Key Responsibilities Solution Architecture Design end-to-end supply chain solutions spanning suppliers through to distribution centres and retail / operational endpoints Define architectures supporting full inventory lifecycle management, including shelf-life tracking, batch/lot traceability, and regulatory compliance Own and maintain architecture artefacts across supply chain domains Define both target and transitional state architectures aligned to business and technology roadmaps Governance & Standards Apply TOGAF-aligned principles and contribute to enterprise-wide architecture standards Ensure alignment with the broader enterprise architecture and target operating model Establish and enforce architecture patterns, standards, and guardrails Provide governance and oversight across internal delivery teams and third-party vendors Delivery & Transformation Support ongoing ERP and supply chain transformation programmes, including implementations and enhancements Partner closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure solutions meet functional and non-functional requirements Contribute to vendor selection, RFP processes, and solution evaluations Act as a long-term strategic partner to the business, helping evolve supply chain capabilities over time Required Experience Essential: Proven experience as a Solution Architect or Domain Architect within supply chain and inventory environments Strong background within retail, ideally in complex, high-volume, multi-brand organisations Experience designing and delivering inventory, warehouse, and supply chain solutions Experience with ERP and supply chain platforms Experience operating within large, complex enterprise environments TOGAF certified or equivalent experience working within an enterprise architecture framework Desirable: Experience within food retail, food service, FMCG or other perishable goods environments This is an excellent opportunity to join a business investing heavily in its supply chain and technology landscape, offering long-term career growth, influence over strategic direction, and the chance to work on large-scale, business-critical transformation programmes. Please send your CV to apply.
