Independent Forgings and Alloys (IFA), one of Europe's leading aerospace forging and precision manufacturing companies, is expanding and looking to recruit a Testing Coordinator (Mechanical & Materials) to join its Sheffield-based Technical Centre team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Testing Coordinator to join a highly respected aerospace manufacturing organisation. Working within the Technical Centre, the successful candidate will play a critical role in coordinating mechanical and metallurgical testing activities, ensuring material traceability, test compliance and efficient workflow management across one of the most technically advanced forging operations in Europe. Company Details Independent Forgings and Alloys Ltd (IFA) sits uniquely as the only single-sited forge with open-die radial, press, hammer & ring rolling and closed-die extrusion, drop stamp and blade forging capabilities in the world. Through extensive forging and manufacturing processes, IFA offers a fully integrated metals service centre from ingot and billet production through to fully tested and released machined products. As a key supplier into the global aerospace sector, IFA manufactures critical forged components for some of the world's most demanding aerospace applications, operating to the highest standards of quality, compliance and manufacturing excellence. Job Vacancy As the Testing Coordinator, you will be based within the Technical Centre at IFA's Sheffield facility, reporting directly to the Test House Manager. You will take responsibility for coordinating the flow of testing activities through the Internal Test Centre, ensuring material control, test scheduling and reporting requirements are managed efficiently and accurately. The role will involve liaising closely with Production, Quality, Metallurgy and external test houses to ensure testing activities support production schedules, customer requirements and industry standards. You will play a key role in ensuring all testing is completed in accordance with customer specifications, internal procedures and applicable quality standards. Key Responsibilities Be responsible for material control and traceability throughout the testing process Coordinate the flow of all IFA testing work through the Internal Test Centre Liaise closely with Production, Quality and Metallurgy teams to ensure test samples are available in line with production requirements Conduct technical reviews of testing requirements, ensuring compliance with internal procedures, customer specifications and relevant national and international standards Produce and review purchase orders for external testing providers Coordinate transport and logistics for samples sent to external testing facilities Review and approve internal and external test reports for completeness and compliance Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for failing test results and support subsequent investigations Maintain accurate testing records, reports and documentation Archive test reports, certifications and retained samples in accordance with company procedures Identify opportunities for process improvement and support continuous improvement initiatives within the Technical Centre Provide administrative and coordination support to the Test House Manager and wider Technical Centre team Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by management Qualifications and Experience This position would suit an organised and detail-focused individual with strong administrative, coordination and communication skills, ideally gained within a manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, testing or quality environment. It would also suit graduates looking to step into testing. Key Required Skills Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities Proactive, practical and solution-focused approach Ability to work effectively as part of a team Competent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and other Windows-based systems Previous experience in a coordination, administration, quality, laboratory, testing or manufacturing support role Experience managing documentation, records and technical data Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple activities simultaneously Desirable Experience (Not Essential) Basic understanding of mechanical and/or metallurgical testing processes Understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory quality requirements Knowledge of material traceability and quality documentation processes Experience working with ERP, MRP or laboratory management systems Salary Information Competitive salary between 25,000 and 32,000 dependent on experience Permanent position with long-term career opportunities Training and professional development support Opportunity to work within an advanced aerospace manufacturing environment 33 days holiday and pension scheme with employer contribution Bonus scheme and Westfield cash plan Free, On-site parking available This position is being recruited exclusively by W Talent Recruitment, who will be conducting the first-stage pre-screen interviews. Any questions, or for more information please contact Glyn Dobb at W Talent directly.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Independent Forgings and Alloys (IFA), one of Europe's leading aerospace forging and precision manufacturing companies, is expanding and looking to recruit a Testing Coordinator (Mechanical & Materials) to join its Sheffield-based Technical Centre team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Testing Coordinator to join a highly respected aerospace manufacturing organisation. Working within the Technical Centre, the successful candidate will play a critical role in coordinating mechanical and metallurgical testing activities, ensuring material traceability, test compliance and efficient workflow management across one of the most technically advanced forging operations in Europe. Company Details Independent Forgings and Alloys Ltd (IFA) sits uniquely as the only single-sited forge with open-die radial, press, hammer & ring rolling and closed-die extrusion, drop stamp and blade forging capabilities in the world. Through extensive forging and manufacturing processes, IFA offers a fully integrated metals service centre from ingot and billet production through to fully tested and released machined products. As a key supplier into the global aerospace sector, IFA manufactures critical forged components for some of the world's most demanding aerospace applications, operating to the highest standards of quality, compliance and manufacturing excellence. Job Vacancy As the Testing Coordinator, you will be based within the Technical Centre at IFA's Sheffield facility, reporting directly to the Test House Manager. You will take responsibility for coordinating the flow of testing activities through the Internal Test Centre, ensuring material control, test scheduling and reporting requirements are managed efficiently and accurately. The role will involve liaising closely with Production, Quality, Metallurgy and external test houses to ensure testing activities support production schedules, customer requirements and industry standards. You will play a key role in ensuring all testing is completed in accordance with customer specifications, internal procedures and applicable quality standards. Key Responsibilities Be responsible for material control and traceability throughout the testing process Coordinate the flow of all IFA testing work through the Internal Test Centre Liaise closely with Production, Quality and Metallurgy teams to ensure test samples are available in line with production requirements Conduct technical reviews of testing requirements, ensuring compliance with internal procedures, customer specifications and relevant national and international standards Produce and review purchase orders for external testing providers Coordinate transport and logistics for samples sent to external testing facilities Review and approve internal and external test reports for completeness and compliance Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for failing test results and support subsequent investigations Maintain accurate testing records, reports and documentation Archive test reports, certifications and retained samples in accordance with company procedures Identify opportunities for process improvement and support continuous improvement initiatives within the Technical Centre Provide administrative and coordination support to the Test House Manager and wider Technical Centre team Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by management Qualifications and Experience This position would suit an organised and detail-focused individual with strong administrative, coordination and communication skills, ideally gained within a manufacturing, engineering, laboratory, testing or quality environment. It would also suit graduates looking to step into testing. Key Required Skills Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities Proactive, practical and solution-focused approach Ability to work effectively as part of a team Competent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and other Windows-based systems Previous experience in a coordination, administration, quality, laboratory, testing or manufacturing support role Experience managing documentation, records and technical data Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple activities simultaneously Desirable Experience (Not Essential) Basic understanding of mechanical and/or metallurgical testing processes Understanding of ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory quality requirements Knowledge of material traceability and quality documentation processes Experience working with ERP, MRP or laboratory management systems Salary Information Competitive salary between 25,000 and 32,000 dependent on experience Permanent position with long-term career opportunities Training and professional development support Opportunity to work within an advanced aerospace manufacturing environment 33 days holiday and pension scheme with employer contribution Bonus scheme and Westfield cash plan Free, On-site parking available This position is being recruited exclusively by W Talent Recruitment, who will be conducting the first-stage pre-screen interviews. Any questions, or for more information please contact Glyn Dobb at W Talent directly.
Role: Junior Software Engineer Location: Christchurch - On-site Salary: 38,000 - 42,500 Junior Software Engineer needed in Christchurch to join our client, an established defence & security firm working on cutting edge systems within the UK defence industry. You will join an existing 45-strong team that provides support to a fully integrated command and control system for the MoD. This exciting systems & software programme covers many disciplines including design, development, installation, implementation, integration, acceptance, training and logistics support - it is run solely from our Christchurch site for delivery to our customer at various MoD locations. What the role of the Junior Software Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Junior Software Engineer will include: Design, code and test of bespoke complex software products Fault finding and resolution of issues in a production environment to a successful conclusion Adherence to software engineering practices Producing clear and concise technical documentation Collaboration with other members of the team: sharing knowledge and peer reviewing others' work Reporting on progress and providing feedback to team members and leadership Occasional visits to customer sites to support deployment and testing What experience you need to be the successful Junior Software Engineer: Proficient in C# and Visual Studio and Windows Forms and .Net Framework Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment Understanding of the Software Lifecycle and Configuration management and version control Deploying software in Virtual Environments Windows 10/11 and Windows Server 2019/2022 configuration This role is subject to UK Security Clearance restrictions. Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible to obtain BPSS as a minimum. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Software Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Role: Junior Software Engineer Location: Christchurch - On-site Salary: 38,000 - 42,500 Junior Software Engineer needed in Christchurch to join our client, an established defence & security firm working on cutting edge systems within the UK defence industry. You will join an existing 45-strong team that provides support to a fully integrated command and control system for the MoD. This exciting systems & software programme covers many disciplines including design, development, installation, implementation, integration, acceptance, training and logistics support - it is run solely from our Christchurch site for delivery to our customer at various MoD locations. What the role of the Junior Software Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Junior Software Engineer will include: Design, code and test of bespoke complex software products Fault finding and resolution of issues in a production environment to a successful conclusion Adherence to software engineering practices Producing clear and concise technical documentation Collaboration with other members of the team: sharing knowledge and peer reviewing others' work Reporting on progress and providing feedback to team members and leadership Occasional visits to customer sites to support deployment and testing What experience you need to be the successful Junior Software Engineer: Proficient in C# and Visual Studio and Windows Forms and .Net Framework Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment Understanding of the Software Lifecycle and Configuration management and version control Deploying software in Virtual Environments Windows 10/11 and Windows Server 2019/2022 configuration This role is subject to UK Security Clearance restrictions. Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible to obtain BPSS as a minimum. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Software Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for product development, for a pre-production project then this could be perfect for you. ILS Engineer £50,000 - £55,000 DoE Marine applications Permanent Fantastic benefits . The role: We are seeking an Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) engineer with a strong focus on maintenance planning to work on support solution development for the SSC product range. Working closely with design, systems engineering and supply chain, you will develop and validate the maintenance concept, derive scheduled maintenance requirements from engineering analyses, and deliver the core support elements needed for safe operation and sustainment. Responsibilities Will Include Derive and baseline the Planned Maintenance Schedule (PMS) and associated task instructions using engineering analyses and evidence (e.g. RCM logic, FMEA/FMECA inputs, reliability/maintainability data, OEM data, system descriptions and CAD models/drawings). Define maintenance task resource profiles: spares, consumables, support/test equipment, manpower, skill levels, facilities, and access requirements; identify design risks and raise supportability issues early. Influence design for maintainability by working with engineering to improve access, modularity, diagnostics, and safe maintenance procedures; contribute to design reviews with a supportability lens. Support verification and acceptance activities by providing evidence that ILS outputs meet requirements (reviews, audits, demonstrations, and readiness assessments as applicable). Engage with internal stakeholders (systems/design engineering, supply chain, operations, safety) and external parties (suppliers, contractors, customer representatives) to ensure assumptions, analyses and support products are coherent and deliverable. Support the construction of bespoke support packages tailored to customer needs using digital tooling and engineering software, including the generation of supportability artefacts where required. Ensure maintenance planning guidance reflects safety and environmental standards and supports compliance and safety case evidence as applicable. Qualifications And Experience Demonstrable experience with the development ILS/TLS outputs for new products or major upgrades, ideally within military/defence, aviation or marine environments. Strong maintenance planning background: developing maintenance concepts, scheduled maintenance plans, and task work instructions for entry into service. Knowledge of maintenance analysis and supportability methods (e.g., RCM/MSG-3 style logic, maintenance task analysis, FMECA/LSA) and how to translate engineering evidence into maintainable support solutions. Experience working with engineering data sets (BOMs, drawings, specifications) and digital tooling to create and manage ILS products. Understanding of supportability requirements management and traceability, including contributing to design reviews and verification/acceptance evidence. Experience of working in a safety-critical environment, with an appreciation of compliance evidence and safety case impacts on maintenance policy and procedures. Ability to collaborate with design and systems engineering teams to influence design for maintainability, assess maintenance impacts of change, and control updates through configuration management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain maintenance concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, able to work with incomplete data and develop assumptions, sensitivities and evidence as designs mature. Ability to work autonomously and to drive allocated tasks/projects independently and as part of a team. Degree or HNC/HND in engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) Benefits Pension Contribution - Pension scheme with the option to contribute via salary sacrifice. Annual Bonus Scheme - Eligibility to participate in the company's annual discretionary bonus scheme, linked to individual and company performance. Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover - Comprehensive protection including Life Assurance (4x salary) and Critical Illness Cover for added financial security. Annual Leave - Entitlement to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Christmas Leave - A Christmas shutdown is typically observed. Wellbeing Day - An additional Wellbeing Day each year to focus on personal health and wellbeing. Family Leave - Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Private Healthcare - Access to comprehensive private healthcare coverage to support your physical and mental wellbeing. Professional Development - Commitment to ongoing learning and career growth, supported by training programmes and access to LinkedIn Learning. Flexible Working - Opportunities for flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance. Candidates must be able to obtain BPSS clearance and should have the right to work in the UK.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for product development, for a pre-production project then this could be perfect for you. ILS Engineer £50,000 - £55,000 DoE Marine applications Permanent Fantastic benefits . The role: We are seeking an Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) engineer with a strong focus on maintenance planning to work on support solution development for the SSC product range. Working closely with design, systems engineering and supply chain, you will develop and validate the maintenance concept, derive scheduled maintenance requirements from engineering analyses, and deliver the core support elements needed for safe operation and sustainment. Responsibilities Will Include Derive and baseline the Planned Maintenance Schedule (PMS) and associated task instructions using engineering analyses and evidence (e.g. RCM logic, FMEA/FMECA inputs, reliability/maintainability data, OEM data, system descriptions and CAD models/drawings). Define maintenance task resource profiles: spares, consumables, support/test equipment, manpower, skill levels, facilities, and access requirements; identify design risks and raise supportability issues early. Influence design for maintainability by working with engineering to improve access, modularity, diagnostics, and safe maintenance procedures; contribute to design reviews with a supportability lens. Support verification and acceptance activities by providing evidence that ILS outputs meet requirements (reviews, audits, demonstrations, and readiness assessments as applicable). Engage with internal stakeholders (systems/design engineering, supply chain, operations, safety) and external parties (suppliers, contractors, customer representatives) to ensure assumptions, analyses and support products are coherent and deliverable. Support the construction of bespoke support packages tailored to customer needs using digital tooling and engineering software, including the generation of supportability artefacts where required. Ensure maintenance planning guidance reflects safety and environmental standards and supports compliance and safety case evidence as applicable. Qualifications And Experience Demonstrable experience with the development ILS/TLS outputs for new products or major upgrades, ideally within military/defence, aviation or marine environments. Strong maintenance planning background: developing maintenance concepts, scheduled maintenance plans, and task work instructions for entry into service. Knowledge of maintenance analysis and supportability methods (e.g., RCM/MSG-3 style logic, maintenance task analysis, FMECA/LSA) and how to translate engineering evidence into maintainable support solutions. Experience working with engineering data sets (BOMs, drawings, specifications) and digital tooling to create and manage ILS products. Understanding of supportability requirements management and traceability, including contributing to design reviews and verification/acceptance evidence. Experience of working in a safety-critical environment, with an appreciation of compliance evidence and safety case impacts on maintenance policy and procedures. Ability to collaborate with design and systems engineering teams to influence design for maintainability, assess maintenance impacts of change, and control updates through configuration management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain maintenance concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, able to work with incomplete data and develop assumptions, sensitivities and evidence as designs mature. Ability to work autonomously and to drive allocated tasks/projects independently and as part of a team. Degree or HNC/HND in engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) Benefits Pension Contribution - Pension scheme with the option to contribute via salary sacrifice. Annual Bonus Scheme - Eligibility to participate in the company's annual discretionary bonus scheme, linked to individual and company performance. Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover - Comprehensive protection including Life Assurance (4x salary) and Critical Illness Cover for added financial security. Annual Leave - Entitlement to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Christmas Leave - A Christmas shutdown is typically observed. Wellbeing Day - An additional Wellbeing Day each year to focus on personal health and wellbeing. Family Leave - Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Private Healthcare - Access to comprehensive private healthcare coverage to support your physical and mental wellbeing. Professional Development - Commitment to ongoing learning and career growth, supported by training programmes and access to LinkedIn Learning. Flexible Working - Opportunities for flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance. Candidates must be able to obtain BPSS clearance and should have the right to work in the UK.
The Opportunity: A world leader in Missiles and Missile Systems, MBDA is a multi-national group, employing 18,000 employees across Europe. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager to join our Customer Support & Services (CSS) team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and delivering ILS activities for future Domestic and Export customers across two of our in-service Missile Systems. The ILS Managers role is to influence the system design and to design a support solution in order to ensure our ability to provide effective through-life support to our products upon entry to service. Salary:Up to £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days a week in the office 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 21% (based on company performance and will vary year to year) 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 Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and implementation of ILS strategies and plans in line with customer and contractual requirements embedded within the Project Design Authority Manage ILS activities across the full lifecycle, including concept, design, manufacture through to in service. The specific products for this role are in the manufacture phase, however as your career develops you would expect to move to different products in different phases of their life cycle. Developing a robust Through Life Support Policy Ensure compliance with relevant ASD S-Series standards as required, including (but not limited to): S1000D (Technical Publications) S2000M (Material Management) S3000L (Logistics Support Analysis) S4000P (Preventive Maintenance) S5000F (In-Service Data Feedback) DefStan 00-600 Current MoD ILS standards Oversee Logistics Support Analysis (LSA), maintenance task analysis, spares modelling and provisioning, support equipment development and design, training and technical documentation Act as the primary ILS point of contact for customers and key stakeholders Oversee delivery of the support equipment within the UK and internationally Support bid and proposal activities, including ILS costing and risk assessment Manage and mentor ILS practitioners within the programme or functional team Ensure ILS risks, assumptions and dependencies are identified and managed effectively What we're looking for from you: Proven experience in an ILS, Supportability or Through-Life Support role within the defence or aerospace sector A broad-based engineering background, preferably degree level qualified or equivalent in a technical discipline, ideally with substantial knowledge and experience of Weapon System development or support. Strong working knowledge of ASD S-Series ILS standards and their practical application Experience working with UK MOD customers and defence primes (desirable) Ability to influence multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders across an international environment Experience supporting bids and proposals Prioritisation and ability to deal with multiple, sometimes conflicting, issues on a regular basis Ability to lead a team, carry out strategic planning of work, and ensuring commitments are always met Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders across the enterprise 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 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.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity: A world leader in Missiles and Missile Systems, MBDA is a multi-national group, employing 18,000 employees across Europe. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager to join our Customer Support & Services (CSS) team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and delivering ILS activities for future Domestic and Export customers across two of our in-service Missile Systems. The ILS Managers role is to influence the system design and to design a support solution in order to ensure our ability to provide effective through-life support to our products upon entry to service. Salary:Up to £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days a week in the office 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 21% (based on company performance and will vary year to year) 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 Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and implementation of ILS strategies and plans in line with customer and contractual requirements embedded within the Project Design Authority Manage ILS activities across the full lifecycle, including concept, design, manufacture through to in service. The specific products for this role are in the manufacture phase, however as your career develops you would expect to move to different products in different phases of their life cycle. Developing a robust Through Life Support Policy Ensure compliance with relevant ASD S-Series standards as required, including (but not limited to): S1000D (Technical Publications) S2000M (Material Management) S3000L (Logistics Support Analysis) S4000P (Preventive Maintenance) S5000F (In-Service Data Feedback) DefStan 00-600 Current MoD ILS standards Oversee Logistics Support Analysis (LSA), maintenance task analysis, spares modelling and provisioning, support equipment development and design, training and technical documentation Act as the primary ILS point of contact for customers and key stakeholders Oversee delivery of the support equipment within the UK and internationally Support bid and proposal activities, including ILS costing and risk assessment Manage and mentor ILS practitioners within the programme or functional team Ensure ILS risks, assumptions and dependencies are identified and managed effectively What we're looking for from you: Proven experience in an ILS, Supportability or Through-Life Support role within the defence or aerospace sector A broad-based engineering background, preferably degree level qualified or equivalent in a technical discipline, ideally with substantial knowledge and experience of Weapon System development or support. Strong working knowledge of ASD S-Series ILS standards and their practical application Experience working with UK MOD customers and defence primes (desirable) Ability to influence multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders across an international environment Experience supporting bids and proposals Prioritisation and ability to deal with multiple, sometimes conflicting, issues on a regular basis Ability to lead a team, carry out strategic planning of work, and ensuring commitments are always met Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders across the enterprise 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 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.
Are you ready to launch your career in project management within the transport and logistics industry? Collett and Sons Ltd has an exciting Junior Project Manager opportunity! Location: Goole, DN14 6UE Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full-time Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day (overtime and weekend working required as needed) Closing Date: Not specified About Us: Collett and Sons Ltd is a successful family-owned company operating for many years as a multi-modal transport operator. We are structured into 4 integrated divisions: Transport, Heavy Lift and Projects, Marine, and Consulting. We specialise in the Oil and Gas, Power Generation, Heavy Engineering, Renewables, and Civil and Infrastructure sectors, transporting and moving difficult loads across the UK and worldwide. We operate from three major sites: 5 acres in Halifax, 10 acres in Goole, and 6 acres in Grangemouth. Junior Project Manager - The Role: You will work as part of the Projects team, reporting directly to the Senior Project Manager. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include handling customer, driver, and sub-contractor enquiries, assisting with the planning and scheduling of road transport operations, and supporting the movement of Abnormal Indivisible Loads. You will help manage operations cost-effectively and contribute to producing method statements, CAD drawings, and lift plans. Initially, you will assist with running project operations, developing to take full responsibility for managing these functions. Junior Project Manager - Key Responsibilities: - Field incoming calls and emails from customers, drivers, and sub-contractors - Assist with planning and scheduling of road transport operations - Plan and coordinate the movement of abnormal indivisible loads, including obtaining permits and undertaking route surveys - Manage operations on a cost-effective basis - Assist in producing method statements, CAD drawings, and lift plans Junior Project Manager - You: - Hold GCSE standard or above in Maths and English (A Level or equivalent preferred) - Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and strong organisational skills - Have geographic knowledge of the UK and Europe - Are an effective communicator at all levels - Are flexible, willing to learn, and able to build business relationships - Are available to travel and work away from home as required Benefits: - 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays - Company pension scheme contributions (subject to conditions) - Paid overnight subsistence costs when away from base - Industry-approved further education and professional development - Opportunity for promotion and career development within the Heavy Lift and Projects division - Varied and rewarding workload To submit your CV for this exciting Junior Project Manager opportunity, click Apply today!
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Are you ready to launch your career in project management within the transport and logistics industry? Collett and Sons Ltd has an exciting Junior Project Manager opportunity! Location: Goole, DN14 6UE Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full-time Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day (overtime and weekend working required as needed) Closing Date: Not specified About Us: Collett and Sons Ltd is a successful family-owned company operating for many years as a multi-modal transport operator. We are structured into 4 integrated divisions: Transport, Heavy Lift and Projects, Marine, and Consulting. We specialise in the Oil and Gas, Power Generation, Heavy Engineering, Renewables, and Civil and Infrastructure sectors, transporting and moving difficult loads across the UK and worldwide. We operate from three major sites: 5 acres in Halifax, 10 acres in Goole, and 6 acres in Grangemouth. Junior Project Manager - The Role: You will work as part of the Projects team, reporting directly to the Senior Project Manager. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include handling customer, driver, and sub-contractor enquiries, assisting with the planning and scheduling of road transport operations, and supporting the movement of Abnormal Indivisible Loads. You will help manage operations cost-effectively and contribute to producing method statements, CAD drawings, and lift plans. Initially, you will assist with running project operations, developing to take full responsibility for managing these functions. Junior Project Manager - Key Responsibilities: - Field incoming calls and emails from customers, drivers, and sub-contractors - Assist with planning and scheduling of road transport operations - Plan and coordinate the movement of abnormal indivisible loads, including obtaining permits and undertaking route surveys - Manage operations on a cost-effective basis - Assist in producing method statements, CAD drawings, and lift plans Junior Project Manager - You: - Hold GCSE standard or above in Maths and English (A Level or equivalent preferred) - Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and strong organisational skills - Have geographic knowledge of the UK and Europe - Are an effective communicator at all levels - Are flexible, willing to learn, and able to build business relationships - Are available to travel and work away from home as required Benefits: - 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays - Company pension scheme contributions (subject to conditions) - Paid overnight subsistence costs when away from base - Industry-approved further education and professional development - Opportunity for promotion and career development within the Heavy Lift and Projects division - Varied and rewarding workload To submit your CV for this exciting Junior Project Manager opportunity, click Apply today!
Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager Location: Bristol (20% onsite / 80% remote) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required Rate: 80- 84 per hour (Inside IR35) Contract Length: Initial 6 months, rolling extension expected Role Overview We are seeking an experienced ILS Manager to lead the development, delivery, and governance of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) activities across complex aerospace and defence programmes. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and implementing support solutions that ensure operational availability, maintainability, and through-life affordability of military air systems. Working closely with customers, engineering teams, industry partners, and defence stakeholders, the ILS Manager will ensure that supportability considerations are embedded throughout the system lifecycle, from design and development through to in-service support. This is a key role supporting the delivery of resilient support solutions for operational environments, including high-readiness and Transition to Conflict (TTC) scenarios. Key Responsibilities ILS Programme Leadership Lead the planning, management, and delivery of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) activities across the programme lifecycle. Act as the focal point for all ILS-related activities, deliverables, and customer engagement. Develop and maintain programme ILS Plans in accordance with contractual and customer requirements. Manage ILS work packages, schedules, risks, opportunities, and resource requirements. Provide leadership and direction across multidisciplinary support engineering and logistics teams. Supportability & Support Solution Development Define and develop support solutions to achieve operational availability, maintainability, reliability, and cost objectives. Lead supportability analyses including: Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA) Reliability, Availability and Maintainability (RAM) assessments Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA/FMECA) Spares and provisioning analysis Support equipment analysis Ensure supportability requirements are incorporated into system design and engineering decisions. ILS Deliverables Management Oversee the development and delivery of: Logistic Support Analysis (LSA) outputs Maintenance planning documentation Training Needs Analysis (TNA) Technical Publications requirements Provisioning data Obsolescence management plans Support and sustainment strategies Through-Life Support documentation Ensure all ILS deliverables are produced in accordance with programme milestones and contractual obligations. Standards & Governance Ensure compliance with applicable standards including: DEF STAN 00-600 ASD S-Series Specifications (S1000D, S2000M, S3000L, S4000P and S5000F) Relevant MOD and Defence Support policies Drive best practice in ILS governance, processes, and methodologies. Support continuous improvement initiatives across support engineering and sustainment functions. Essential Experience Extensive experience delivering and managing Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) within aerospace, defence, or military aviation programmes. Demonstrable experience leading ILS programmes, work packages, or support solution development activities. Strong understanding of Logistic Support Analysis (LSA) and associated ILS deliverables. Experience developing through-life support and sustainment strategies. Proven track record working with MOD, DE&S, prime contractors, and defence customers. Knowledge of DEF STAN 00-600 and ASD S-Series standards. Strong stakeholder management and customer-facing experience. Active SC Clearance.
Jun 09, 2026
Contractor
Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager Location: Bristol (20% onsite / 80% remote) Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required Rate: 80- 84 per hour (Inside IR35) Contract Length: Initial 6 months, rolling extension expected Role Overview We are seeking an experienced ILS Manager to lead the development, delivery, and governance of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) activities across complex aerospace and defence programmes. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and implementing support solutions that ensure operational availability, maintainability, and through-life affordability of military air systems. Working closely with customers, engineering teams, industry partners, and defence stakeholders, the ILS Manager will ensure that supportability considerations are embedded throughout the system lifecycle, from design and development through to in-service support. This is a key role supporting the delivery of resilient support solutions for operational environments, including high-readiness and Transition to Conflict (TTC) scenarios. Key Responsibilities ILS Programme Leadership Lead the planning, management, and delivery of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) activities across the programme lifecycle. Act as the focal point for all ILS-related activities, deliverables, and customer engagement. Develop and maintain programme ILS Plans in accordance with contractual and customer requirements. Manage ILS work packages, schedules, risks, opportunities, and resource requirements. Provide leadership and direction across multidisciplinary support engineering and logistics teams. Supportability & Support Solution Development Define and develop support solutions to achieve operational availability, maintainability, reliability, and cost objectives. Lead supportability analyses including: Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA) Reliability, Availability and Maintainability (RAM) assessments Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA/FMECA) Spares and provisioning analysis Support equipment analysis Ensure supportability requirements are incorporated into system design and engineering decisions. ILS Deliverables Management Oversee the development and delivery of: Logistic Support Analysis (LSA) outputs Maintenance planning documentation Training Needs Analysis (TNA) Technical Publications requirements Provisioning data Obsolescence management plans Support and sustainment strategies Through-Life Support documentation Ensure all ILS deliverables are produced in accordance with programme milestones and contractual obligations. Standards & Governance Ensure compliance with applicable standards including: DEF STAN 00-600 ASD S-Series Specifications (S1000D, S2000M, S3000L, S4000P and S5000F) Relevant MOD and Defence Support policies Drive best practice in ILS governance, processes, and methodologies. Support continuous improvement initiatives across support engineering and sustainment functions. Essential Experience Extensive experience delivering and managing Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) within aerospace, defence, or military aviation programmes. Demonstrable experience leading ILS programmes, work packages, or support solution development activities. Strong understanding of Logistic Support Analysis (LSA) and associated ILS deliverables. Experience developing through-life support and sustainment strategies. Proven track record working with MOD, DE&S, prime contractors, and defence customers. Knowledge of DEF STAN 00-600 and ASD S-Series standards. Strong stakeholder management and customer-facing experience. Active SC Clearance.
Principal Supportability Engineer (Level 6) Location: Bristol (predominantly onsite, approximately 90% of the time) Duration: 6 Months (Inside IR35) Rate: £87.50 per hour Umbrella We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance. An opportunity for an experienced Principal Supportability Engineer to support a major defence aerospace programme. The role focuses on developing and optimising support solutions throughout the system lifecycle, ensuring operational readiness, resilience, and long-term supportability within a military air environment. Key Responsibilities Conduct supportability and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) analysis to influence system design and in-service support strategies. Develop and maintain support solutions that meet operational and frontline user requirements. Analyse supportability evidence to identify opportunities to improve resilience, agility, and preparedness. Contribute to support assurance activities, including documentation, maintenance planning, and obsolescence management. Work collaboratively with customer organisations, government stakeholders, and industry partners. Ensure support solutions align with recognised defence standards and best practices. Essential Experience Strong background in ILS, supportability engineering, or related engineering disciplines within the defence sector. Experience developing and managing support solutions for complex engineering systems. Good understanding of Support Solution Development Tools (SSDT). Working knowledge of DEF STAN 00-600 and the S3000L/S-Series standards. Experience working with multiple stakeholders across engineering, support, and customer organisations. Desirable Experience Experience within the military aviation environment, particularly combat air platforms. Knowledge of support optimisation, service assurance, and obsolescence management processes.
Jun 08, 2026
Contractor
Principal Supportability Engineer (Level 6) Location: Bristol (predominantly onsite, approximately 90% of the time) Duration: 6 Months (Inside IR35) Rate: £87.50 per hour Umbrella We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance. An opportunity for an experienced Principal Supportability Engineer to support a major defence aerospace programme. The role focuses on developing and optimising support solutions throughout the system lifecycle, ensuring operational readiness, resilience, and long-term supportability within a military air environment. Key Responsibilities Conduct supportability and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) analysis to influence system design and in-service support strategies. Develop and maintain support solutions that meet operational and frontline user requirements. Analyse supportability evidence to identify opportunities to improve resilience, agility, and preparedness. Contribute to support assurance activities, including documentation, maintenance planning, and obsolescence management. Work collaboratively with customer organisations, government stakeholders, and industry partners. Ensure support solutions align with recognised defence standards and best practices. Essential Experience Strong background in ILS, supportability engineering, or related engineering disciplines within the defence sector. Experience developing and managing support solutions for complex engineering systems. Good understanding of Support Solution Development Tools (SSDT). Working knowledge of DEF STAN 00-600 and the S3000L/S-Series standards. Experience working with multiple stakeholders across engineering, support, and customer organisations. Desirable Experience Experience within the military aviation environment, particularly combat air platforms. Knowledge of support optimisation, service assurance, and obsolescence management processes.
Senior ILS Engineer Great Baddow, Chelmsford, Essex (hybrid working 2-3 days per week onsite) 6 month duration Pay rate £33 p/h PAYE basic (£37.80 p/h including holiday pay) or £44.40 p/h Umbrella We are looking to recruit a Senior Integrated Logistics Support Engineer to work for our defence client on complex naval projects. You will be responsible for producing ILS deliverables to the required standard, as directed by the ILS Manager / Principal ILS Engineer, to achieve the stated requirement. You will undertake review and assessment of engineering data pertaining to the support deliverables and provide engineering and technical guidance on ILS Engineering support disciplines to internal and external stakeholders. Typical duties include: Act as the focal point of contact for ILS activities relating to specific programmes as directed by the ILS Manager / Principal ILS Engineer. Support the peer reviewing of specific ILS deliverables to ensure the delivered output achieves the stated requirement. Manage and drive their own areas and activities of analysis, monitoring their own progress, quality and performance, reporting as required and seeking assistance when necessary. Pro-actively seek direction and guidance in the identification and sourcing of suitable Subject Matter Experts and design documentation, required to support the ILS activities. Adopt and apply the company and project analysis tools as required and directed to meet the needs of the project. Contribute to bid preparation and cost models. Developing an understanding of the technical specification aligned to the functional area of activity. Monitor and manage time and cost reporting for themselves as requested. Provide inputs to monthly line management reporting. Comply with business requirements relating to (attendance, time keeping and reporting, expenses incurred, professional behaviours, security and commercial considerations). Deputise for the Principal ILS Engineer as required. Requirements: Working knowledge of the principles of one or more of DefStan 00-25, 00-40/41/42/43/44, 00-600, JSP 886 or DLF. Understand the purpose, components and processes associated with each element, including identification of dependencies and relationships with other discipline areas. Working knowledge of the application of LSA and LSAR techniques at all stages of the Project Life Cycle. Have a practical knowledge and understanding of Product Safety. Proven ability within ILS and able to demonstrate a practical knowledge and understanding of: MTA, LORA, ARM (FTA, RBD, FMECA), RCM, R&S, Facility Analysis, NATO Codification, Obsolescence Management, PHS&T analysis, TLC and LSAR as well as common software applications / tools. Familiarity with ARM, ILS and TLC Modelling Software Applications and Tools. Ability to construct a reasoned and rational argument for the output produced and generate staged reports that support the support solution as required. Additional information: The successful candidate will need to be able to gain a UK MOD Security Clearance to SC level. A new SC application will be sponsored if required.
Oct 07, 2025
Contractor
Senior ILS Engineer Great Baddow, Chelmsford, Essex (hybrid working 2-3 days per week onsite) 6 month duration Pay rate £33 p/h PAYE basic (£37.80 p/h including holiday pay) or £44.40 p/h Umbrella We are looking to recruit a Senior Integrated Logistics Support Engineer to work for our defence client on complex naval projects. You will be responsible for producing ILS deliverables to the required standard, as directed by the ILS Manager / Principal ILS Engineer, to achieve the stated requirement. You will undertake review and assessment of engineering data pertaining to the support deliverables and provide engineering and technical guidance on ILS Engineering support disciplines to internal and external stakeholders. Typical duties include: Act as the focal point of contact for ILS activities relating to specific programmes as directed by the ILS Manager / Principal ILS Engineer. Support the peer reviewing of specific ILS deliverables to ensure the delivered output achieves the stated requirement. Manage and drive their own areas and activities of analysis, monitoring their own progress, quality and performance, reporting as required and seeking assistance when necessary. Pro-actively seek direction and guidance in the identification and sourcing of suitable Subject Matter Experts and design documentation, required to support the ILS activities. Adopt and apply the company and project analysis tools as required and directed to meet the needs of the project. Contribute to bid preparation and cost models. Developing an understanding of the technical specification aligned to the functional area of activity. Monitor and manage time and cost reporting for themselves as requested. Provide inputs to monthly line management reporting. Comply with business requirements relating to (attendance, time keeping and reporting, expenses incurred, professional behaviours, security and commercial considerations). Deputise for the Principal ILS Engineer as required. Requirements: Working knowledge of the principles of one or more of DefStan 00-25, 00-40/41/42/43/44, 00-600, JSP 886 or DLF. Understand the purpose, components and processes associated with each element, including identification of dependencies and relationships with other discipline areas. Working knowledge of the application of LSA and LSAR techniques at all stages of the Project Life Cycle. Have a practical knowledge and understanding of Product Safety. Proven ability within ILS and able to demonstrate a practical knowledge and understanding of: MTA, LORA, ARM (FTA, RBD, FMECA), RCM, R&S, Facility Analysis, NATO Codification, Obsolescence Management, PHS&T analysis, TLC and LSAR as well as common software applications / tools. Familiarity with ARM, ILS and TLC Modelling Software Applications and Tools. Ability to construct a reasoned and rational argument for the output produced and generate staged reports that support the support solution as required. Additional information: The successful candidate will need to be able to gain a UK MOD Security Clearance to SC level. A new SC application will be sponsored if required.
Job Title: Assistant Chief Engineer (Build Support) Location: Filton / Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience What you'll be doing You will be reviewing the inputs of the ILS team and providing the governance and ensuring the right toolsets and processes are always in place Agree customer requirements upfront and authorise the outputs at the end, confirming they are fit for purpose and safe before organising the release to the customer Providing technical governance and review of the various teams amongst 300 engineers, and making sure steps and processes have been followed Proactively performing process improvement and innovations to further refine and streamline business procedures Engaging and regularly reporting directly to Chief Engineer of Support, and liaising with broader Internal BAE Business Units and External Stakeholders, including the MOD: Your skills and experiences Essential: Registered or working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) Bachelor's or Master 's degree in Engineering, Logistics, or a related technical field. Extensive experience in supportability engineering, ILS, or sustainment roles within defence, aerospace, automotive, or related industries. Solid understanding of maintenance design and optimisation. Experience in developing and implementing supportability strategies. Excellent senior stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable: Experience with digital twin technology, condition-based maintenance, or predictive analytics. Extensive Knowledge of supportability standards such as DEF STAN 00-600, MIL-STD-1388, or ASD S3000L. Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. Office of Chief Engineer Support Team: The Assistant Chief Engineer Build Support is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of strategies to enhance the supportability, maintainability, and sustainability of platform and complex systems, products, or services. Your role ensures that all supportability considerations are integrated into the product lifecycle from concept to disposal, ensuring optimal operational readiness and cost efficiency. This role will expose you to key Internal and External Stakeholders and provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact upon some of the most advanced defence projects. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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 10th October 2025 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. LI-JM2 LI-Hybrid
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Chief Engineer (Build Support) Location: Filton / Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience What you'll be doing You will be reviewing the inputs of the ILS team and providing the governance and ensuring the right toolsets and processes are always in place Agree customer requirements upfront and authorise the outputs at the end, confirming they are fit for purpose and safe before organising the release to the customer Providing technical governance and review of the various teams amongst 300 engineers, and making sure steps and processes have been followed Proactively performing process improvement and innovations to further refine and streamline business procedures Engaging and regularly reporting directly to Chief Engineer of Support, and liaising with broader Internal BAE Business Units and External Stakeholders, including the MOD: Your skills and experiences Essential: Registered or working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) Bachelor's or Master 's degree in Engineering, Logistics, or a related technical field. Extensive experience in supportability engineering, ILS, or sustainment roles within defence, aerospace, automotive, or related industries. Solid understanding of maintenance design and optimisation. Experience in developing and implementing supportability strategies. Excellent senior stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable: Experience with digital twin technology, condition-based maintenance, or predictive analytics. Extensive Knowledge of supportability standards such as DEF STAN 00-600, MIL-STD-1388, or ASD S3000L. Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. Office of Chief Engineer Support Team: The Assistant Chief Engineer Build Support is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of strategies to enhance the supportability, maintainability, and sustainability of platform and complex systems, products, or services. Your role ensures that all supportability considerations are integrated into the product lifecycle from concept to disposal, ensuring optimal operational readiness and cost efficiency. This role will expose you to key Internal and External Stakeholders and provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact upon some of the most advanced defence projects. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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 10th October 2025 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. LI-JM2 LI-Hybrid
Job Title: Assistant Chief Engineer (Build Support) Location: Filton / Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience What you'll be doing You will be reviewing the inputs of the ILS team and providing the governance and ensuring the right toolsets and processes are always in place Agree customer requirements upfront and authorise the outputs at the end, confirming they are fit for purpose and safe before organising the release to the customer Providing technical governance and review of the various teams amongst 300 engineers, and making sure steps and processes have been followed Proactively performing process improvement and innovations to further refine and streamline business procedures Engaging and regularly reporting directly to Chief Engineer of Support, and liaising with broader Internal BAE Business Units and External Stakeholders, including the MOD: Your skills and experiences Essential: Registered or working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) Bachelor's or Master 's degree in Engineering, Logistics, or a related technical field. Extensive experience in supportability engineering, ILS, or sustainment roles within defence, aerospace, automotive, or related industries. Solid understanding of maintenance design and optimisation. Experience in developing and implementing supportability strategies. Excellent senior stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable: Experience with digital twin technology, condition-based maintenance, or predictive analytics. Extensive Knowledge of supportability standards such as DEF STAN 00-600, MIL-STD-1388, or ASD S3000L. Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. Office of Chief Engineer Support Team: The Assistant Chief Engineer Build Support is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of strategies to enhance the supportability, maintainability, and sustainability of platform and complex systems, products, or services. Your role ensures that all supportability considerations are integrated into the product lifecycle from concept to disposal, ensuring optimal operational readiness and cost efficiency. This role will expose you to key Internal and External Stakeholders and provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact upon some of the most advanced defence projects. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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 10th October 2025 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. LI-JM2 LI-Hybrid
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Chief Engineer (Build Support) Location: Filton / Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience What you'll be doing You will be reviewing the inputs of the ILS team and providing the governance and ensuring the right toolsets and processes are always in place Agree customer requirements upfront and authorise the outputs at the end, confirming they are fit for purpose and safe before organising the release to the customer Providing technical governance and review of the various teams amongst 300 engineers, and making sure steps and processes have been followed Proactively performing process improvement and innovations to further refine and streamline business procedures Engaging and regularly reporting directly to Chief Engineer of Support, and liaising with broader Internal BAE Business Units and External Stakeholders, including the MOD: Your skills and experiences Essential: Registered or working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) Bachelor's or Master 's degree in Engineering, Logistics, or a related technical field. Extensive experience in supportability engineering, ILS, or sustainment roles within defence, aerospace, automotive, or related industries. Solid understanding of maintenance design and optimisation. Experience in developing and implementing supportability strategies. Excellent senior stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable: Experience with digital twin technology, condition-based maintenance, or predictive analytics. Extensive Knowledge of supportability standards such as DEF STAN 00-600, MIL-STD-1388, or ASD S3000L. Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. Office of Chief Engineer Support Team: The Assistant Chief Engineer Build Support is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of strategies to enhance the supportability, maintainability, and sustainability of platform and complex systems, products, or services. Your role ensures that all supportability considerations are integrated into the product lifecycle from concept to disposal, ensuring optimal operational readiness and cost efficiency. This role will expose you to key Internal and External Stakeholders and provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact upon some of the most advanced defence projects. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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 10th October 2025 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. LI-JM2 LI-Hybrid
Job Title: Assistant Chief Engineer (Build Support) Location: Filton / Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience What you'll be doing You will be reviewing the inputs of the ILS team and providing the governance and ensuring the right toolsets and processes are always in place Agree customer requirements upfront and authorise the outputs at the end, confirming they are fit for purpose and safe before organising the release to the customer Providing technical governance and review of the various teams amongst 300 engineers, and making sure steps and processes have been followed Proactively performing process improvement and innovations to further refine and streamline business procedures Engaging and regularly reporting directly to Chief Engineer of Support, and liaising with broader Internal BAE Business Units and External Stakeholders, including the MOD: Your skills and experiences Essential: Registered or working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) Bachelor's or Master 's degree in Engineering, Logistics, or a related technical field. Extensive experience in supportability engineering, ILS, or sustainment roles within defence, aerospace, automotive, or related industries. Solid understanding of maintenance design and optimisation. Experience in developing and implementing supportability strategies. Excellent senior stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable: Experience with digital twin technology, condition-based maintenance, or predictive analytics. Extensive Knowledge of supportability standards such as DEF STAN 00-600, MIL-STD-1388, or ASD S3000L. Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. Office of Chief Engineer Support Team: The Assistant Chief Engineer Build Support is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of strategies to enhance the supportability, maintainability, and sustainability of platform and complex systems, products, or services. Your role ensures that all supportability considerations are integrated into the product lifecycle from concept to disposal, ensuring optimal operational readiness and cost efficiency. This role will expose you to key Internal and External Stakeholders and provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact upon some of the most advanced defence projects. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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 10th October 2025 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. LI-JM2 LI-Hybrid
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Chief Engineer (Build Support) Location: Filton / Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience What you'll be doing You will be reviewing the inputs of the ILS team and providing the governance and ensuring the right toolsets and processes are always in place Agree customer requirements upfront and authorise the outputs at the end, confirming they are fit for purpose and safe before organising the release to the customer Providing technical governance and review of the various teams amongst 300 engineers, and making sure steps and processes have been followed Proactively performing process improvement and innovations to further refine and streamline business procedures Engaging and regularly reporting directly to Chief Engineer of Support, and liaising with broader Internal BAE Business Units and External Stakeholders, including the MOD: Your skills and experiences Essential: Registered or working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) Bachelor's or Master 's degree in Engineering, Logistics, or a related technical field. Extensive experience in supportability engineering, ILS, or sustainment roles within defence, aerospace, automotive, or related industries. Solid understanding of maintenance design and optimisation. Experience in developing and implementing supportability strategies. Excellent senior stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable: Experience with digital twin technology, condition-based maintenance, or predictive analytics. Extensive Knowledge of supportability standards such as DEF STAN 00-600, MIL-STD-1388, or ASD S3000L. Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. Office of Chief Engineer Support Team: The Assistant Chief Engineer Build Support is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of strategies to enhance the supportability, maintainability, and sustainability of platform and complex systems, products, or services. Your role ensures that all supportability considerations are integrated into the product lifecycle from concept to disposal, ensuring optimal operational readiness and cost efficiency. This role will expose you to key Internal and External Stakeholders and provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact upon some of the most advanced defence projects. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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 10th October 2025 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. LI-JM2 LI-Hybrid
Job Title: Principal Support Engineer (Software) Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Filton or Brough. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience. What you'll be doing: Using BAES processes, analyse software products (COTS, Bespoke, Modified COTS) and derive software support strategies Reviewing software source documentation, interpret technical information and derive written recommendations on how best to support the software product through life via the production of system level software support case reports Supporting stakeholder engagement and attend collaboration working groups in support of BAES scope of work for maintenance design (software) Providing software SME advice to the wider ILS community, and support mapping activity between the BAE software analysis outputs and other key ILS stakeholders and their support outputs Carrying out internal assurance of team outputs Supporting with ad-hoc technical queries Facilitating working groups / workshops in relation to technical queries Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree or equivalent skills knowledge and experience in the C&I (control & instrumentation), PLC (programmable logic control) ecosystems and software support discipline Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent IT skills The ability to analyse complex problems specifically related to software support, and identify the most critical support related issues Desirable: Understanding of JSP 935, DefStan 00-055, IEC 61508, DLF SSE GP.2.11 Knowledge of LCM (Lifecycle management) Understanding of ILS (integrated Logistics support) Knowledge of software development lifecycle Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Support Engineering Team: This role will utilise best practice, professional engineering judgement and initiative to undertake tasks in production of system and equipment level software analysis and software support reports. The analysis will be undertaken in accordance with BAE processes. Activities will be undertaken working alone or in a team, with the support and guidance of the Engineering Manager if required. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 3rd October 2025 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.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Principal Support Engineer (Software) Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Filton or Brough. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience. What you'll be doing: Using BAES processes, analyse software products (COTS, Bespoke, Modified COTS) and derive software support strategies Reviewing software source documentation, interpret technical information and derive written recommendations on how best to support the software product through life via the production of system level software support case reports Supporting stakeholder engagement and attend collaboration working groups in support of BAES scope of work for maintenance design (software) Providing software SME advice to the wider ILS community, and support mapping activity between the BAE software analysis outputs and other key ILS stakeholders and their support outputs Carrying out internal assurance of team outputs Supporting with ad-hoc technical queries Facilitating working groups / workshops in relation to technical queries Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree or equivalent skills knowledge and experience in the C&I (control & instrumentation), PLC (programmable logic control) ecosystems and software support discipline Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent IT skills The ability to analyse complex problems specifically related to software support, and identify the most critical support related issues Desirable: Understanding of JSP 935, DefStan 00-055, IEC 61508, DLF SSE GP.2.11 Knowledge of LCM (Lifecycle management) Understanding of ILS (integrated Logistics support) Knowledge of software development lifecycle Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Support Engineering Team: This role will utilise best practice, professional engineering judgement and initiative to undertake tasks in production of system and equipment level software analysis and software support reports. The analysis will be undertaken in accordance with BAE processes. Activities will be undertaken working alone or in a team, with the support and guidance of the Engineering Manager if required. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 3rd October 2025 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.
Job Title: Principal Support Engineer (Software) Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Filton or Brough. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience. What you'll be doing: Using BAES processes, analyse software products (COTS, Bespoke, Modified COTS) and derive software support strategies Reviewing software source documentation, interpret technical information and derive written recommendations on how best to support the software product through life via the production of system level software support case reports Supporting stakeholder engagement and attend collaboration working groups in support of BAES scope of work for maintenance design (software) Providing software SME advice to the wider ILS community, and support mapping activity between the BAE software analysis outputs and other key ILS stakeholders and their support outputs Carrying out internal assurance of team outputs Supporting with ad-hoc technical queries Facilitating working groups / workshops in relation to technical queries Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree or equivalent skills knowledge and experience in the C&I (control & instrumentation), PLC (programmable logic control) ecosystems and software support discipline Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent IT skills The ability to analyse complex problems specifically related to software support, and identify the most critical support related issues Desirable: Understanding of JSP 935, DefStan 00-055, IEC 61508, DLF SSE GP.2.11 Knowledge of LCM (Lifecycle management) Understanding of ILS (integrated Logistics support) Knowledge of software development lifecycle Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Support Engineering Team: This role will utilise best practice, professional engineering judgement and initiative to undertake tasks in production of system and equipment level software analysis and software support reports. The analysis will be undertaken in accordance with BAE processes. Activities will be undertaken working alone or in a team, with the support and guidance of the Engineering Manager if required. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 3rd October 2025 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.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Principal Support Engineer (Software) Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Filton or Brough. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience. What you'll be doing: Using BAES processes, analyse software products (COTS, Bespoke, Modified COTS) and derive software support strategies Reviewing software source documentation, interpret technical information and derive written recommendations on how best to support the software product through life via the production of system level software support case reports Supporting stakeholder engagement and attend collaboration working groups in support of BAES scope of work for maintenance design (software) Providing software SME advice to the wider ILS community, and support mapping activity between the BAE software analysis outputs and other key ILS stakeholders and their support outputs Carrying out internal assurance of team outputs Supporting with ad-hoc technical queries Facilitating working groups / workshops in relation to technical queries Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree or equivalent skills knowledge and experience in the C&I (control & instrumentation), PLC (programmable logic control) ecosystems and software support discipline Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent IT skills The ability to analyse complex problems specifically related to software support, and identify the most critical support related issues Desirable: Understanding of JSP 935, DefStan 00-055, IEC 61508, DLF SSE GP.2.11 Knowledge of LCM (Lifecycle management) Understanding of ILS (integrated Logistics support) Knowledge of software development lifecycle Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Support Engineering Team: This role will utilise best practice, professional engineering judgement and initiative to undertake tasks in production of system and equipment level software analysis and software support reports. The analysis will be undertaken in accordance with BAE processes. Activities will be undertaken working alone or in a team, with the support and guidance of the Engineering Manager if required. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 3rd October 2025 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.
Job Title: Principal Support Engineer (Software) Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Filton or Brough. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience. What you'll be doing: Using BAES processes, analyse software products (COTS, Bespoke, Modified COTS) and derive software support strategies Reviewing software source documentation, interpret technical information and derive written recommendations on how best to support the software product through life via the production of system level software support case reports Supporting stakeholder engagement and attend collaboration working groups in support of BAES scope of work for maintenance design (software) Providing software SME advice to the wider ILS community, and support mapping activity between the BAE software analysis outputs and other key ILS stakeholders and their support outputs Carrying out internal assurance of team outputs Supporting with ad-hoc technical queries Facilitating working groups / workshops in relation to technical queries Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree or equivalent skills knowledge and experience in the C&I (control & instrumentation), PLC (programmable logic control) ecosystems and software support discipline Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent IT skills The ability to analyse complex problems specifically related to software support, and identify the most critical support related issues Desirable: Understanding of JSP 935, DefStan 00-055, IEC 61508, DLF SSE GP.2.11 Knowledge of LCM (Lifecycle management) Understanding of ILS (integrated Logistics support) Knowledge of software development lifecycle Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Support Engineering Team: This role will utilise best practice, professional engineering judgement and initiative to undertake tasks in production of system and equipment level software analysis and software support reports. The analysis will be undertaken in accordance with BAE processes. Activities will be undertaken working alone or in a team, with the support and guidance of the Engineering Manager if required. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 3rd October 2025 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.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Principal Support Engineer (Software) Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Filton or Brough. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience. What you'll be doing: Using BAES processes, analyse software products (COTS, Bespoke, Modified COTS) and derive software support strategies Reviewing software source documentation, interpret technical information and derive written recommendations on how best to support the software product through life via the production of system level software support case reports Supporting stakeholder engagement and attend collaboration working groups in support of BAES scope of work for maintenance design (software) Providing software SME advice to the wider ILS community, and support mapping activity between the BAE software analysis outputs and other key ILS stakeholders and their support outputs Carrying out internal assurance of team outputs Supporting with ad-hoc technical queries Facilitating working groups / workshops in relation to technical queries Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree or equivalent skills knowledge and experience in the C&I (control & instrumentation), PLC (programmable logic control) ecosystems and software support discipline Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent IT skills The ability to analyse complex problems specifically related to software support, and identify the most critical support related issues Desirable: Understanding of JSP 935, DefStan 00-055, IEC 61508, DLF SSE GP.2.11 Knowledge of LCM (Lifecycle management) Understanding of ILS (integrated Logistics support) Knowledge of software development lifecycle Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Support Engineering Team: This role will utilise best practice, professional engineering judgement and initiative to undertake tasks in production of system and equipment level software analysis and software support reports. The analysis will be undertaken in accordance with BAE processes. Activities will be undertaken working alone or in a team, with the support and guidance of the Engineering Manager if required. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 3rd October 2025 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.
Maintenance & Fleet Planner (Planning Engineer) Location: RAF Brize Norton, Oxfordshire (100% onsite) Rate: 23.18 per hour (PAYE) / 31.00 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: 35 hours per week (4.5 days, between 7am - 7pm, flexible within business needs) Security Clearance: BPSS & SC required (UK nationals only) About the Role Are you ready to play a vital part in supporting the Royal Air Force's A400M fleet? Join us at the Airbus Atlas Support Centre UK, where you'll work in a dynamic, hybrid environment alongside aircraft IT specialists and customers, ensuring the airworthiness and operational excellence of a world-class fleet. As a Maintenance & Fleet Planner, you'll be at the heart of our 24/7/365 service, collaborating with a diverse team of maintenance planners, engineers, technical specialists, and facilities experts. Your work will directly contribute to the safety, reliability, and performance of RAF aircraft. Key Responsibilities Develop and manage maintenance plans for the RAF A400M fleet, ensuring all tasks are efficiently packaged and scheduled for execution. Input and maintain planning data, equipment details, manuals, specifications, and logistics parameters in the Ground Computer Information System (GCIS). Support post-delivery product and equipment needs, including repairs, modifications, and retrofits, in line with airworthiness standards and cost targets. Schedule aircraft configuration changes and major role changes, forecasting availability and capability for each aircraft. Provide recommendations for fleet tasking and availability, working closely with the Fleet Tasking Availability Management Coordinator and Flight Headquarters. Manage scheduled maintenance and flying programmes, proactively mitigating issues such as unserviceability, delays, and defects. Create and maintain the Integrated Through Life Plan (ITLP) to optimise fleet utilisation and availability. Lead projects and assignments as directed, and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. What We're Looking For Minimum 5 years' experience in the airline, aviation, or aerospace industry. Strong background in maintenance planning and CAMO (Continuous Airworthiness Management Organisation). Security clearance (SC) or eligibility to obtain it (UK nationals only). Experience is valued over formal qualifications-bring your hands-on expertise! Why Join Us? Be part of a team that keeps the RAF flying safely and efficiently. Work in a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas and contributions matter. Access ongoing professional development and the chance to work on high-impact projects. How to Apply If you're passionate about aviation and ready to take your career to new heights, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of fleet maintenance for the Royal Air Force. Guidant Global is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to everyone.
Oct 02, 2025
Contractor
Maintenance & Fleet Planner (Planning Engineer) Location: RAF Brize Norton, Oxfordshire (100% onsite) Rate: 23.18 per hour (PAYE) / 31.00 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: 35 hours per week (4.5 days, between 7am - 7pm, flexible within business needs) Security Clearance: BPSS & SC required (UK nationals only) About the Role Are you ready to play a vital part in supporting the Royal Air Force's A400M fleet? Join us at the Airbus Atlas Support Centre UK, where you'll work in a dynamic, hybrid environment alongside aircraft IT specialists and customers, ensuring the airworthiness and operational excellence of a world-class fleet. As a Maintenance & Fleet Planner, you'll be at the heart of our 24/7/365 service, collaborating with a diverse team of maintenance planners, engineers, technical specialists, and facilities experts. Your work will directly contribute to the safety, reliability, and performance of RAF aircraft. Key Responsibilities Develop and manage maintenance plans for the RAF A400M fleet, ensuring all tasks are efficiently packaged and scheduled for execution. Input and maintain planning data, equipment details, manuals, specifications, and logistics parameters in the Ground Computer Information System (GCIS). Support post-delivery product and equipment needs, including repairs, modifications, and retrofits, in line with airworthiness standards and cost targets. Schedule aircraft configuration changes and major role changes, forecasting availability and capability for each aircraft. Provide recommendations for fleet tasking and availability, working closely with the Fleet Tasking Availability Management Coordinator and Flight Headquarters. Manage scheduled maintenance and flying programmes, proactively mitigating issues such as unserviceability, delays, and defects. Create and maintain the Integrated Through Life Plan (ITLP) to optimise fleet utilisation and availability. Lead projects and assignments as directed, and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. What We're Looking For Minimum 5 years' experience in the airline, aviation, or aerospace industry. Strong background in maintenance planning and CAMO (Continuous Airworthiness Management Organisation). Security clearance (SC) or eligibility to obtain it (UK nationals only). Experience is valued over formal qualifications-bring your hands-on expertise! Why Join Us? Be part of a team that keeps the RAF flying safely and efficiently. Work in a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas and contributions matter. Access ongoing professional development and the chance to work on high-impact projects. How to Apply If you're passionate about aviation and ready to take your career to new heights, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of fleet maintenance for the Royal Air Force. Guidant Global is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to everyone.
Morson Projects are currently looking to recruit a Maintenance Optimisation Engineer with a proven background in forward and /or depth Helicopter maintenance. This role has been deemed inside of IR35 and can be offered under an Umbrella or PAYE contractor arrangement. As the Maintenance Optimisation Engineer will be responsible for assessing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to reduce aircraft maintenance man hours and cost of ownership. This will include definition, development, qualification and in-service data analysis. The successful engineer will seek to continuously improve both 1st and 2nd Line maintenance activity and produce / maintain a range of documentation to validate and record proposed solutions to the technical challenges of maintenance reduction. Challenge and optimise the maintenance concept to suit the customers operations and capabilities. Contribute to the cost of ownership reduction continuous improvement activity for the 101 platform for maintenance optimisation. Analyse existing inspection methodology within the technical publications and explore more efficient and effective alternative practices, whilst conforming to the originating inspection requirements. Potential travel to the customer's maintenance facilities to support the various maintenance working groups, to engage with the operator and collaborate to share knowledge and ideas. Collaborate with the wider ILS (Integrated Logistics Support) platform team to implement solutions and improvements, this includes; LORA (Level of Repair Analysis), RCM (Reliability Centred Maintenance) and LSA (Logistics Control Analysis). Desirable Knowledge / Experience; Knowledge of Airworthiness and Flight Safety requirements, quality processes, operating procedures and drawing systems. A good understanding of how aircraft scheduled maintenance requirements are derived. Knowledge of Rotary wing mechanical and / or electrical systems. To demonstrate an awareness of ILS topics and their individual combined effect on the production of an IETP and other support enabling products, such as; Maintenance Task Analysis, Cost of ownership, Spares Provisioning, Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM), Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) and Technical Publications processes. For more information or to apply for this role please contact Matthew Thompson at Morson Projects
Sep 25, 2025
Contractor
Morson Projects are currently looking to recruit a Maintenance Optimisation Engineer with a proven background in forward and /or depth Helicopter maintenance. This role has been deemed inside of IR35 and can be offered under an Umbrella or PAYE contractor arrangement. As the Maintenance Optimisation Engineer will be responsible for assessing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to reduce aircraft maintenance man hours and cost of ownership. This will include definition, development, qualification and in-service data analysis. The successful engineer will seek to continuously improve both 1st and 2nd Line maintenance activity and produce / maintain a range of documentation to validate and record proposed solutions to the technical challenges of maintenance reduction. Challenge and optimise the maintenance concept to suit the customers operations and capabilities. Contribute to the cost of ownership reduction continuous improvement activity for the 101 platform for maintenance optimisation. Analyse existing inspection methodology within the technical publications and explore more efficient and effective alternative practices, whilst conforming to the originating inspection requirements. Potential travel to the customer's maintenance facilities to support the various maintenance working groups, to engage with the operator and collaborate to share knowledge and ideas. Collaborate with the wider ILS (Integrated Logistics Support) platform team to implement solutions and improvements, this includes; LORA (Level of Repair Analysis), RCM (Reliability Centred Maintenance) and LSA (Logistics Control Analysis). Desirable Knowledge / Experience; Knowledge of Airworthiness and Flight Safety requirements, quality processes, operating procedures and drawing systems. A good understanding of how aircraft scheduled maintenance requirements are derived. Knowledge of Rotary wing mechanical and / or electrical systems. To demonstrate an awareness of ILS topics and their individual combined effect on the production of an IETP and other support enabling products, such as; Maintenance Task Analysis, Cost of ownership, Spares Provisioning, Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM), Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) and Technical Publications processes. For more information or to apply for this role please contact Matthew Thompson at Morson Projects
