Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and click apply for full job details
Nov 02, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and click apply for full job details
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of: Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here The Role: Sensor Systems UK is looking for a System Safety Engineer who will be able to affect the safety of the products at Saab, covering their whole life cycle. It is imperative that Saab's products are safe to use and do not cause harm to people, property or the environment. The safety level of Saab's systems and products must meet applicable laws, regulations, international standards and best practices. You will analyse and document identified hazards in order to eliminate the hazard or reduce associated risk for a product. This is performed in close cooperation with different engineering areas including system design, software, mechanics and electrical, all based at our Fareham campus, but supporting activity which is spread across the UK and overseas. Key Responsibilities : Identification & managements of risks including the development of risk mitigation strategies, & the identification & analysis of hazards. Definition of Safety Requirements based on current regulations, analysis & the traceability & verifiability throughout the systems lifecycle. Safety system & architectural design to meet safety requirements & safety goals. The development of Safety Validation & Verification plans & procedures. The preparation of Safety Certification & leading Compliance with regulations. The development, implementation & maintenance of Safety Monitoring & Maintenance processes. Lead for Incident Investigation & provision of Root Cause Analysis to develop corrective actions. Provision of safety systems training & awareness programmes for key stakeholders. Act as the lead SME on Safety Working Groups for UK MoD contracts Your Profile: As a person you are self-motivated and used to efficiently collaborate with team members, as well as other stakeholders. You will have the ability to understand and analyse complex issues and problems. You are structured and like to take responsibility, and be an excellent communicator. Key Skills and Experience: Specific knowledge & experience of implementing Civilian & Military Safety Standards (Def Stan 00-55 & 00-56, & ISO 45001:2018), & compliance with regulatory standards (including JSP 815 Defence Safety Management System & JSP 376 Defence Acquisition Safety Policy). Experience of conducting Systems Safety activities with radar, communications or electronic warfare systems. Experience of using risk assessments techniques such as Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), & Hazard & Operability Studies (HAZOP). Experience of safety requirements based on regulatory standards & industry best practices. Experience of conducting safety testing, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, simulation, & field testing. Experience of the development & implementation of safety monitoring systems to detect & respond to safety-critical events. Bachelor or higher degree, ideally in an Engineering-linked topic. Appreciate working independently & as part of a multi-national team. Knowledge in safety standards & regulations. Knowledge of safety engineering principles in hazardous materials, & machine & electrical safety. Ideally you will hold a relevant safety certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or similar. As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Nov 02, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of: Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here The Role: Sensor Systems UK is looking for a System Safety Engineer who will be able to affect the safety of the products at Saab, covering their whole life cycle. It is imperative that Saab's products are safe to use and do not cause harm to people, property or the environment. The safety level of Saab's systems and products must meet applicable laws, regulations, international standards and best practices. You will analyse and document identified hazards in order to eliminate the hazard or reduce associated risk for a product. This is performed in close cooperation with different engineering areas including system design, software, mechanics and electrical, all based at our Fareham campus, but supporting activity which is spread across the UK and overseas. Key Responsibilities : Identification & managements of risks including the development of risk mitigation strategies, & the identification & analysis of hazards. Definition of Safety Requirements based on current regulations, analysis & the traceability & verifiability throughout the systems lifecycle. Safety system & architectural design to meet safety requirements & safety goals. The development of Safety Validation & Verification plans & procedures. The preparation of Safety Certification & leading Compliance with regulations. The development, implementation & maintenance of Safety Monitoring & Maintenance processes. Lead for Incident Investigation & provision of Root Cause Analysis to develop corrective actions. Provision of safety systems training & awareness programmes for key stakeholders. Act as the lead SME on Safety Working Groups for UK MoD contracts Your Profile: As a person you are self-motivated and used to efficiently collaborate with team members, as well as other stakeholders. You will have the ability to understand and analyse complex issues and problems. You are structured and like to take responsibility, and be an excellent communicator. Key Skills and Experience: Specific knowledge & experience of implementing Civilian & Military Safety Standards (Def Stan 00-55 & 00-56, & ISO 45001:2018), & compliance with regulatory standards (including JSP 815 Defence Safety Management System & JSP 376 Defence Acquisition Safety Policy). Experience of conducting Systems Safety activities with radar, communications or electronic warfare systems. Experience of using risk assessments techniques such as Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), & Hazard & Operability Studies (HAZOP). Experience of safety requirements based on regulatory standards & industry best practices. Experience of conducting safety testing, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, simulation, & field testing. Experience of the development & implementation of safety monitoring systems to detect & respond to safety-critical events. Bachelor or higher degree, ideally in an Engineering-linked topic. Appreciate working independently & as part of a multi-national team. Knowledge in safety standards & regulations. Knowledge of safety engineering principles in hazardous materials, & machine & electrical safety. Ideally you will hold a relevant safety certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or similar. As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: As an Integrated Logistics Support Analyst you'll contribute to the design and development of the ILS aspects of programmes and projects, for example procuring reliable, maintainable, sustainable, and affordable systems. You could also be working on upgrades to existing systems. This will ensure we are always delivering and maintaining an operational advantage for our customers. Typical tasks within the Team delivering Supportability Engineering work packages are: Assist in the production of the Integrated Support Plan (ISP) for future systems, including Spares Optimisation, Obsolescence and Maintenance plans, Life Cycle Cost (LCC), Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) and Mean Time Before Failure (MTBF) calculations, for wider use within the ILS team. Working alongside the RAMT ILS Engineer to collaborate and confirm the analytical reporting of system data. Carry out Failure Mode, Effect & Criticality Analysis (FMECA) for new and existing systems. Technical coordination of ILS reports, and reviewing deliverables. Building a relationship of trust for the systems in use within the customer community. Supporting other various roles within the ILS Team (including RAMT Analyst role) as and when required. Qualifications and Skills: Essential: Experience of working in at least one of the following fields: ILS, System Engineering, Engineering Supportability, or Technical Operations Management. A proven record of leading the development of the ISP, incorporating all ILS deliverables and element plans that influence the developed support arrangements. Evidence of assisting in the ongoing evaluation of Support performance metrics, intervention design and delivery of Support Solution reviews to improve the support solution through life (In-Service). Experience of undertaking Failure Modes Effects & Criticality Analysis (FMEA/ FMECA). Desirable: Influencing design by analysis of Reliability and Maintainability. Testability Analysis experience and knowledge of monitoring circuits and how to detect failures that occur in Systems. Ability to form close working relationships within a multi-disciplined team. Ability to successfully plan and enact activities to meet deadlines. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Nov 02, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: As an Integrated Logistics Support Analyst you'll contribute to the design and development of the ILS aspects of programmes and projects, for example procuring reliable, maintainable, sustainable, and affordable systems. You could also be working on upgrades to existing systems. This will ensure we are always delivering and maintaining an operational advantage for our customers. Typical tasks within the Team delivering Supportability Engineering work packages are: Assist in the production of the Integrated Support Plan (ISP) for future systems, including Spares Optimisation, Obsolescence and Maintenance plans, Life Cycle Cost (LCC), Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) and Mean Time Before Failure (MTBF) calculations, for wider use within the ILS team. Working alongside the RAMT ILS Engineer to collaborate and confirm the analytical reporting of system data. Carry out Failure Mode, Effect & Criticality Analysis (FMECA) for new and existing systems. Technical coordination of ILS reports, and reviewing deliverables. Building a relationship of trust for the systems in use within the customer community. Supporting other various roles within the ILS Team (including RAMT Analyst role) as and when required. Qualifications and Skills: Essential: Experience of working in at least one of the following fields: ILS, System Engineering, Engineering Supportability, or Technical Operations Management. A proven record of leading the development of the ISP, incorporating all ILS deliverables and element plans that influence the developed support arrangements. Evidence of assisting in the ongoing evaluation of Support performance metrics, intervention design and delivery of Support Solution reviews to improve the support solution through life (In-Service). Experience of undertaking Failure Modes Effects & Criticality Analysis (FMEA/ FMECA). Desirable: Influencing design by analysis of Reliability and Maintainability. Testability Analysis experience and knowledge of monitoring circuits and how to detect failures that occur in Systems. Ability to form close working relationships within a multi-disciplined team. Ability to successfully plan and enact activities to meet deadlines. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and click apply for full job details
Nov 02, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and click apply for full job details
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here The Role The Saab Training and Simulation team are looking for an energetic and motivated team player to join their team in Wiltshire/Hampshire area as a Communication & Information Systems Technician. This Saab facility provides the technical and logistical support to a wide range of laser based training equipment used by The British Army. The Communication Sub System (CSS) and Exercise Control (Excon) equipment allows for data capture and analysis of the training. Although predominantly based in the warehouse facility, the job offers the opportunity of some travel to support other Saab sites and British Army exercises. Key Responsibilities Assist in planning and preparation of CSS/Excon equipment (packing, system configuration, testing). Issue and receipt of CSS/Excon equipment. Corrective and preventative maintenance of CSS/Excon equipment. Technical troubleshooting including helpdesk support to field teams. Telescopic mast work and maintenance. Occasional in-field technical support of exercises to include set-up/tear down of CSS and Excon and through-exercise system monitoring and trouble shooting. Instructing equipment use. Requirement for occasional extended working hours (including some weekend work). Experience & Qualifications Essential Good communication skills with the ability to interact with military and civilian staff. Full UK driving license. Maths and English academic qualifications (GCSE A-C grade or equivalent). GCSE/BTEC or equivalent in ICT. Experience within IT showing a good understanding of Windows OS, Microsoft products and networking. Willingness to work in a military environment. Desirable Forklift operating license. Previous mast work experience. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Nov 02, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here The Role The Saab Training and Simulation team are looking for an energetic and motivated team player to join their team in Wiltshire/Hampshire area as a Communication & Information Systems Technician. This Saab facility provides the technical and logistical support to a wide range of laser based training equipment used by The British Army. The Communication Sub System (CSS) and Exercise Control (Excon) equipment allows for data capture and analysis of the training. Although predominantly based in the warehouse facility, the job offers the opportunity of some travel to support other Saab sites and British Army exercises. Key Responsibilities Assist in planning and preparation of CSS/Excon equipment (packing, system configuration, testing). Issue and receipt of CSS/Excon equipment. Corrective and preventative maintenance of CSS/Excon equipment. Technical troubleshooting including helpdesk support to field teams. Telescopic mast work and maintenance. Occasional in-field technical support of exercises to include set-up/tear down of CSS and Excon and through-exercise system monitoring and trouble shooting. Instructing equipment use. Requirement for occasional extended working hours (including some weekend work). Experience & Qualifications Essential Good communication skills with the ability to interact with military and civilian staff. Full UK driving license. Maths and English academic qualifications (GCSE A-C grade or equivalent). GCSE/BTEC or equivalent in ICT. Experience within IT showing a good understanding of Windows OS, Microsoft products and networking. Willingness to work in a military environment. Desirable Forklift operating license. Previous mast work experience. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: As an Integrated Logistics Support Analyst you'll contribute to the design and development of the ILS aspects of programmes and projects, for example procuring reliable, maintainable, sustainable, and affordable systems. You could also be working on upgrades to existing systems. This will ensure we are always delivering and maintaining an operational advantage for our customers. Typical tasks within the Team delivering Supportability Engineering work packages are: Assist in the production of the Integrated Support Plan (ISP) for future systems, including Spares Optimisation, Obsolescence and Maintenance plans, Life Cycle Cost (LCC), Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) and Mean Time Before Failure (MTBF) calculations, for wider use within the ILS team. Working alongside the RAMT ILS Engineer to collaborate and confirm the analytical reporting of system data. Carry out Failure Mode, Effect & Criticality Analysis (FMECA) for new and existing systems. Technical coordination of ILS reports, and reviewing deliverables. Building a relationship of trust for the systems in use within the customer community. Supporting other various roles within the ILS Team (including RAMT Analyst role) as and when required. Qualifications and Skills: Essential: Experience of working in at least one of the following fields: ILS, System Engineering, Engineering Supportability, or Technical Operations Management. A proven record of leading the development of the ISP, incorporating all ILS deliverables and element plans that influence the developed support arrangements. Evidence of assisting in the ongoing evaluation of Support performance metrics, intervention design and delivery of Support Solution reviews to improve the support solution through life (In-Service). Experience of undertaking Failure Modes Effects & Criticality Analysis (FMEA/ FMECA). Desirable: Influencing design by analysis of Reliability and Maintainability. Testability Analysis experience and knowledge of monitoring circuits and how to detect failures that occur in Systems. Ability to form close working relationships within a multi-disciplined team. Ability to successfully plan and enact activities to meet deadlines. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Nov 02, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: As an Integrated Logistics Support Analyst you'll contribute to the design and development of the ILS aspects of programmes and projects, for example procuring reliable, maintainable, sustainable, and affordable systems. You could also be working on upgrades to existing systems. This will ensure we are always delivering and maintaining an operational advantage for our customers. Typical tasks within the Team delivering Supportability Engineering work packages are: Assist in the production of the Integrated Support Plan (ISP) for future systems, including Spares Optimisation, Obsolescence and Maintenance plans, Life Cycle Cost (LCC), Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) and Mean Time Before Failure (MTBF) calculations, for wider use within the ILS team. Working alongside the RAMT ILS Engineer to collaborate and confirm the analytical reporting of system data. Carry out Failure Mode, Effect & Criticality Analysis (FMECA) for new and existing systems. Technical coordination of ILS reports, and reviewing deliverables. Building a relationship of trust for the systems in use within the customer community. Supporting other various roles within the ILS Team (including RAMT Analyst role) as and when required. Qualifications and Skills: Essential: Experience of working in at least one of the following fields: ILS, System Engineering, Engineering Supportability, or Technical Operations Management. A proven record of leading the development of the ISP, incorporating all ILS deliverables and element plans that influence the developed support arrangements. Evidence of assisting in the ongoing evaluation of Support performance metrics, intervention design and delivery of Support Solution reviews to improve the support solution through life (In-Service). Experience of undertaking Failure Modes Effects & Criticality Analysis (FMEA/ FMECA). Desirable: Influencing design by analysis of Reliability and Maintainability. Testability Analysis experience and knowledge of monitoring circuits and how to detect failures that occur in Systems. Ability to form close working relationships within a multi-disciplined team. Ability to successfully plan and enact activities to meet deadlines. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of: Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Simulator Support Technician to join our dynamic team. As a Simulator Support Technician, you will play an essential part in ensuring that our customer and our delivery teams have the most advanced simulation equipment available to them in order to maintain levels of activity in accordance with the contract. You will work closely with various departments, within our organisation, including Operations and Field Support Representatives, to manage the influx and outflux of equipment, conduct regular maintenance and equipment repairs, inventory audits, and prepare detailed reports on stock levels and usage. Your contributions will directly impact our mission to deliver top-tier capabilities in our European business sector. Join us in this exciting opportunity to elevate your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment as we seek to protect and secure our future through advanced technologies and systems. This role will be based at our Andover site 5 days a week. Key Responsibilities Support, repair & maintain customer owned simulator equipment in accordance with corrective & preventative maintenance processes. Conduct simulator troubleshooting & fault diagnosis. Carry out basic electrical repairs/LRU replacement & general repairs in line with business processes. Reconfigure & install simulator software when required. Prepare & maintain reports on all repair work carried out on the simulation equipment using a bespoke Equipment Management system. Assist in the preparation of simulation equipment prior to deployment, including simulator configuration & picking and packing. Co-ordinate the issue, receipt & storage of materials using the SAAB Equipment Management system, in accordance with established procedures, to the customer. Assist with regular inventory counts and maintain accurate records to ensure stock levels (simulators & associated spare parts) meet operational needs. Oversee the organisation and cleanliness of the storage & repair areas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Provide simulator training to the customer during the equipment issue process. Support the Site Manager as required to meet daily operation requirements. Support other SAAB UK sites and field exercise activities when required. Experience & Requirements: Proven experience in inventory management & warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks & prioritise effectively. Proficient in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies & resolve issues promptly. Familiarity with safety & compliance regulations within the industry, including hazardous material handling Knowledge of electrical repairs including IPC Certification for soldering electrical & electronic assemblies or equivalent. Counter Balance Forklift License, new or refreshed within the last three years. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Nov 01, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of: Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Simulator Support Technician to join our dynamic team. As a Simulator Support Technician, you will play an essential part in ensuring that our customer and our delivery teams have the most advanced simulation equipment available to them in order to maintain levels of activity in accordance with the contract. You will work closely with various departments, within our organisation, including Operations and Field Support Representatives, to manage the influx and outflux of equipment, conduct regular maintenance and equipment repairs, inventory audits, and prepare detailed reports on stock levels and usage. Your contributions will directly impact our mission to deliver top-tier capabilities in our European business sector. Join us in this exciting opportunity to elevate your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment as we seek to protect and secure our future through advanced technologies and systems. This role will be based at our Andover site 5 days a week. Key Responsibilities Support, repair & maintain customer owned simulator equipment in accordance with corrective & preventative maintenance processes. Conduct simulator troubleshooting & fault diagnosis. Carry out basic electrical repairs/LRU replacement & general repairs in line with business processes. Reconfigure & install simulator software when required. Prepare & maintain reports on all repair work carried out on the simulation equipment using a bespoke Equipment Management system. Assist in the preparation of simulation equipment prior to deployment, including simulator configuration & picking and packing. Co-ordinate the issue, receipt & storage of materials using the SAAB Equipment Management system, in accordance with established procedures, to the customer. Assist with regular inventory counts and maintain accurate records to ensure stock levels (simulators & associated spare parts) meet operational needs. Oversee the organisation and cleanliness of the storage & repair areas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Provide simulator training to the customer during the equipment issue process. Support the Site Manager as required to meet daily operation requirements. Support other SAAB UK sites and field exercise activities when required. Experience & Requirements: Proven experience in inventory management & warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks & prioritise effectively. Proficient in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies & resolve issues promptly. Familiarity with safety & compliance regulations within the industry, including hazardous material handling Knowledge of electrical repairs including IPC Certification for soldering electrical & electronic assemblies or equivalent. Counter Balance Forklift License, new or refreshed within the last three years. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . The role This role is part of Saab Bluebear Business in Bedfordshire. It will be reporting into the Head of Digital Systems Engineering. In this exciting, dynamic role you will support a mixture of R&D and product development activities within a leading autonomy and unmanned systems company. Blue Bear continuously innovates within the core area of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS/UAV) such as flight management systems, autopilots, mission systems, ground control stations, and all supporting systems and infrastructure. Your role as a Flight Control Systems Engineer will involve developing, maintaining and testing safety critical software that contribute to the flight systems of our aircraft. You will contribute to requirements definition, and use MATLAB/Simulink tools to generate software such as novel flight control laws and data manipulation algorithms. After verification and validation performed using bespoke simulations, you will then be expected deploy the software on to the target hardware, and conduct real world flight testing at our test facility less than 1km from the office. You may be asked to present the findings of the testing in reports or customer facing presentations. As well as undertaking technical tasks, you will be expected to take an active role in the team. This will include contribution to the development of standard operating processes, continuous improvement of methods and techniques, and ensuring quality targets are satisfied. Working as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment you will have good communication skills. A can-do attitude and a genuine passion for innovative technology. The opportunity will enable the successful candidate to gain knowledge of cutting-edge autonomous systems and offer a large scope for career development. Skills: Essential: Degree in aerospace engineering or similar. Understanding of aerodynamics and flight mechanics, and their impact on flight control. Experience in using MATLAB/Simulink for developing algorithms and control laws. Hands-on experience in designing and commissioning control systems. Desirable: Experience designing and implementing guidance, navigation and control algorithms for fixed and/or rotary wing vehicles. Knowledge of state-of-the-art for sensing systems. Hands-on experience with small UAS. Mathworks' Stateflow, Simulink Coder and Embedded Coder packages. Experience developing mathematical algorithms e.g. Data fusion, state estimation etc. Experience working with embedded systems, real-time systems, safety critical systems. Knowledge of communication systems. Version control systems e.g. git. C++, Java, Python development skills. Other useful skills for this role: Experience with quality standards for software (e.g. DO-178, ED-20x). Existing SC Clearance. Other Duties and Responsibilities To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required within the grade and level of the post. To actively participate in Blue Bear's Performance Management Scheme. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company. Some travel within the UK may be required.
Nov 01, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . The role This role is part of Saab Bluebear Business in Bedfordshire. It will be reporting into the Head of Digital Systems Engineering. In this exciting, dynamic role you will support a mixture of R&D and product development activities within a leading autonomy and unmanned systems company. Blue Bear continuously innovates within the core area of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS/UAV) such as flight management systems, autopilots, mission systems, ground control stations, and all supporting systems and infrastructure. Your role as a Flight Control Systems Engineer will involve developing, maintaining and testing safety critical software that contribute to the flight systems of our aircraft. You will contribute to requirements definition, and use MATLAB/Simulink tools to generate software such as novel flight control laws and data manipulation algorithms. After verification and validation performed using bespoke simulations, you will then be expected deploy the software on to the target hardware, and conduct real world flight testing at our test facility less than 1km from the office. You may be asked to present the findings of the testing in reports or customer facing presentations. As well as undertaking technical tasks, you will be expected to take an active role in the team. This will include contribution to the development of standard operating processes, continuous improvement of methods and techniques, and ensuring quality targets are satisfied. Working as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment you will have good communication skills. A can-do attitude and a genuine passion for innovative technology. The opportunity will enable the successful candidate to gain knowledge of cutting-edge autonomous systems and offer a large scope for career development. Skills: Essential: Degree in aerospace engineering or similar. Understanding of aerodynamics and flight mechanics, and their impact on flight control. Experience in using MATLAB/Simulink for developing algorithms and control laws. Hands-on experience in designing and commissioning control systems. Desirable: Experience designing and implementing guidance, navigation and control algorithms for fixed and/or rotary wing vehicles. Knowledge of state-of-the-art for sensing systems. Hands-on experience with small UAS. Mathworks' Stateflow, Simulink Coder and Embedded Coder packages. Experience developing mathematical algorithms e.g. Data fusion, state estimation etc. Experience working with embedded systems, real-time systems, safety critical systems. Knowledge of communication systems. Version control systems e.g. git. C++, Java, Python development skills. Other useful skills for this role: Experience with quality standards for software (e.g. DO-178, ED-20x). Existing SC Clearance. Other Duties and Responsibilities To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required within the grade and level of the post. To actively participate in Blue Bear's Performance Management Scheme. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company. Some travel within the UK may be required.
Introduction: Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of: Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: The Purchasing Manager will oversee all procurement and supplier management activities, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of materials, components, and services. Operating within the UK's regulated defence environment, the role requires a good grasp of Ministry of Defence (MoD) procurement practices, DEFCON terms, and export control requirements. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with business objectives, programme milestones, and customer requirements. Manage supplier selection, tendering, and contract negotiations to secure best value while ensuring quality, security, and delivery performance. Ensure compliance with UK defence procurement regulations, MoD standards, DEFCON terms, and international trade controls (e.g. ITAR, EAR). Lead supplier relationship management, performance monitoring, and risk mitigation to maintain a resilient supply chain. Work closely with engineering, quality assurance, compliance, and project management teams to meet technical and programme requirements. Support audits, reporting, and governance processes, ensuring full transparency and traceability across all procurement activities. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including cost reduction, lead-time optimisation, and supplier innovation. Provide leadership and guidance to the procurement team, ensuring capability development and high professional standards. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management within the defence, aerospace, or similarly regulated sector. Good understanding of UK defence procurement practices, MoD contracting frameworks, and export control legislation. Excellent negotiation, contract management, and supplier development skills. Commercial acumen with the ability to balance cost, quality, delivery, and compliance priorities. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams. Security clearance (or eligibility) in line with UK MoD requirements. MCIPS qualification (or working towards). Experience managing high-value, long-term defence contracts. Knowledge of international defence supply chains and offset requirements. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Nov 01, 2025
Full time
Introduction: Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of: Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: The Purchasing Manager will oversee all procurement and supplier management activities, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of materials, components, and services. Operating within the UK's regulated defence environment, the role requires a good grasp of Ministry of Defence (MoD) procurement practices, DEFCON terms, and export control requirements. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with business objectives, programme milestones, and customer requirements. Manage supplier selection, tendering, and contract negotiations to secure best value while ensuring quality, security, and delivery performance. Ensure compliance with UK defence procurement regulations, MoD standards, DEFCON terms, and international trade controls (e.g. ITAR, EAR). Lead supplier relationship management, performance monitoring, and risk mitigation to maintain a resilient supply chain. Work closely with engineering, quality assurance, compliance, and project management teams to meet technical and programme requirements. Support audits, reporting, and governance processes, ensuring full transparency and traceability across all procurement activities. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including cost reduction, lead-time optimisation, and supplier innovation. Provide leadership and guidance to the procurement team, ensuring capability development and high professional standards. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management within the defence, aerospace, or similarly regulated sector. Good understanding of UK defence procurement practices, MoD contracting frameworks, and export control legislation. Excellent negotiation, contract management, and supplier development skills. Commercial acumen with the ability to balance cost, quality, delivery, and compliance priorities. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams. Security clearance (or eligibility) in line with UK MoD requirements. MCIPS qualification (or working towards). Experience managing high-value, long-term defence contracts. Knowledge of international defence supply chains and offset requirements. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . Role Overview: The Strategic Buyer plays a crucial role in an electrical assembly manufacturing company operating in the defence industry. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, this role is responsible for strategic procurement activities, The Strategic Buyer collaborates with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of high-quality materials and components, while also driving supplier relationship management and strategic sourcing initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Procurement: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for machined/fabricated components, PCBAs and other electrical/mechanical componenets, considering quality, cost, and delivery requirements. Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting assessments and negotiations to establish favourable terms and agreements. Collaborate with engineering and design teams to support new product development and technology roadmaps through effective sourcing strategies. Stay updated with market trends, industry regulations, and emerging technologies Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations and provide feedback to suppliers to ensure adherence to quality, delivery, and cost targets. Collaborate with suppliers to identify opportunities for cost reduction, value engineering, and supplier-driven innovation. Resolve any supplier-related issues or disputes, working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to achieve timely resolutions. Cost Management and Negotiation: Conduct cost analysis and market assessments to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate price increases. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favourable agreements. Drive cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, alternate sourcing, and process optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Engineering and Finance, to establish cost targets and monitor cost-saving initiatives. Supply Chain Optimisation: Work closely with production planning, inventory management, and logistics teams to ensure material availability and optimize supply chain efficiency. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for lead time reduction, inventory optimization, and supply chain risk mitigation. Implement and maintain effective systems and processes for demand forecasting, materials planning, and supplier performance tracking. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement processes, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce cycle times. Required Skills and Qualifications: Proven experience as a Strategic Buyer or Purchasing professional in the defence industry, with a focus on PCBs, PCAs, and machined/fabricated components. Strong knowledge of the procurement process, strategic sourcing methodologies, and supplier management. Familiarity with defence industry regulations, standards, and quality requirements. Excellent negotiation and communication skills to interact effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Analytical mindset with the ability to conduct cost analysis, market assessments, and supplier evaluations. Proficiency in using procurement and ERP systems for sourcing, purchasing, and data analysis. Strong project management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities. Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive results in a fast-paced environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic sourcing and procurement activities in the defence industry for an electrical assembly manufacturing company. The Strategic Buyer will play a critical role in ensuring the availability of high-quality materials and components, optimizing the supply chain, and driving cost savings initiatives while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
Nov 01, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . Role Overview: The Strategic Buyer plays a crucial role in an electrical assembly manufacturing company operating in the defence industry. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, this role is responsible for strategic procurement activities, The Strategic Buyer collaborates with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of high-quality materials and components, while also driving supplier relationship management and strategic sourcing initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Procurement: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for machined/fabricated components, PCBAs and other electrical/mechanical componenets, considering quality, cost, and delivery requirements. Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting assessments and negotiations to establish favourable terms and agreements. Collaborate with engineering and design teams to support new product development and technology roadmaps through effective sourcing strategies. Stay updated with market trends, industry regulations, and emerging technologies Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations and provide feedback to suppliers to ensure adherence to quality, delivery, and cost targets. Collaborate with suppliers to identify opportunities for cost reduction, value engineering, and supplier-driven innovation. Resolve any supplier-related issues or disputes, working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to achieve timely resolutions. Cost Management and Negotiation: Conduct cost analysis and market assessments to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate price increases. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favourable agreements. Drive cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, alternate sourcing, and process optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Engineering and Finance, to establish cost targets and monitor cost-saving initiatives. Supply Chain Optimisation: Work closely with production planning, inventory management, and logistics teams to ensure material availability and optimize supply chain efficiency. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for lead time reduction, inventory optimization, and supply chain risk mitigation. Implement and maintain effective systems and processes for demand forecasting, materials planning, and supplier performance tracking. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement processes, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce cycle times. Required Skills and Qualifications: Proven experience as a Strategic Buyer or Purchasing professional in the defence industry, with a focus on PCBs, PCAs, and machined/fabricated components. Strong knowledge of the procurement process, strategic sourcing methodologies, and supplier management. Familiarity with defence industry regulations, standards, and quality requirements. Excellent negotiation and communication skills to interact effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Analytical mindset with the ability to conduct cost analysis, market assessments, and supplier evaluations. Proficiency in using procurement and ERP systems for sourcing, purchasing, and data analysis. Strong project management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities. Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive results in a fast-paced environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic sourcing and procurement activities in the defence industry for an electrical assembly manufacturing company. The Strategic Buyer will play a critical role in ensuring the availability of high-quality materials and components, optimizing the supply chain, and driving cost savings initiatives while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . The Role We're currently seeking an Office Manager to become an integral part of our operations at our Fareham based office. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess exceptional organizational skills, and have a knack for keeping things running smoothly, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As our Office Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient functioning of our office while providing vital support to our team members. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge in one of the most vibrant locations in Fareham, we invite you to apply and be part of our exciting journey! Business Support Duties Booking Travel (group bookings, guest bookings, expat) - Booking Taxis, flights, hotels/apartments when it is required. Train new starters (Induction) - Set up travel profile, how to book travel, how to use SharePoint/SaabNet, expenses, company credit card, request holiday, set up h&s/security induction Managing Hire Car account for Fareham/corporate account (colleagues may request to hire cars) Invoicing (Manage invoice inbox, process invoices, sign off invoices on behalf of certain colleagues, downloading individual travel invoices to match the statement) Dealing with travel queries/complaints/refunds Admin for FedEx account Onboard new starters (welcome bag, order mobile phone, Saab ID, Laptop/headsets, email distribution lists) Ordering gifts/flowers upon request (updating spreadsheets) Office Duties Register/Sign in guests Assist with meeting room bookings/set up Order catering upon request Welcome guests (escort them to the meeting room, offer tea/coffee) Ensure meeting rooms are tidy during the day/be responsible for and give cleaner direction Check coffee machine regularly (empty/refill) Keep inventory of stock (cleaning products, drinks, coffee beans, stationery) and order when needed. Respond to queries from colleagues Order Business Cards Deal with post (sending/receiving) Issue IT equipment upon request Plan/Assist with events Send Birthday cards Transporting goods to different sites for events (Banners, NLAW equipment, branded goods) Doing monthly expenses for the office supplies (everything bought on corporate card) Answer telephone
Nov 01, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . The Role We're currently seeking an Office Manager to become an integral part of our operations at our Fareham based office. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess exceptional organizational skills, and have a knack for keeping things running smoothly, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As our Office Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient functioning of our office while providing vital support to our team members. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge in one of the most vibrant locations in Fareham, we invite you to apply and be part of our exciting journey! Business Support Duties Booking Travel (group bookings, guest bookings, expat) - Booking Taxis, flights, hotels/apartments when it is required. Train new starters (Induction) - Set up travel profile, how to book travel, how to use SharePoint/SaabNet, expenses, company credit card, request holiday, set up h&s/security induction Managing Hire Car account for Fareham/corporate account (colleagues may request to hire cars) Invoicing (Manage invoice inbox, process invoices, sign off invoices on behalf of certain colleagues, downloading individual travel invoices to match the statement) Dealing with travel queries/complaints/refunds Admin for FedEx account Onboard new starters (welcome bag, order mobile phone, Saab ID, Laptop/headsets, email distribution lists) Ordering gifts/flowers upon request (updating spreadsheets) Office Duties Register/Sign in guests Assist with meeting room bookings/set up Order catering upon request Welcome guests (escort them to the meeting room, offer tea/coffee) Ensure meeting rooms are tidy during the day/be responsible for and give cleaner direction Check coffee machine regularly (empty/refill) Keep inventory of stock (cleaning products, drinks, coffee beans, stationery) and order when needed. Respond to queries from colleagues Order Business Cards Deal with post (sending/receiving) Issue IT equipment upon request Plan/Assist with events Send Birthday cards Transporting goods to different sites for events (Banners, NLAW equipment, branded goods) Doing monthly expenses for the office supplies (everything bought on corporate card) Answer telephone
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . The Role The Deputy Head of Marketing and Communications will play a key leadership role within Saab UK, supporting the Vice President of Business Development and Sales in driving the company's strategic marketing, communications, and sales objectives. The postholder will lead the Marketing and Communications Team, ensuring alignment of marketing activities with business development and sales priorities, and will deputise for the Vice President as required. This role will combine strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, managing the CRM system, functional budget, and performance reporting on support Saab UK's growth. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Management Lead, develop, and motivate the Marketing and Communications Team to deliver high-quality, impactful campaigns, brand alignment and stakeholder engagement. Provide clear direction and professional development opportunities to ensure continuous improvement and performance excellence within the Marketing and Communications Team. Deputise for the Vice President, Business Development and Sales, representing the function and organisation at internal and external meetings and events. Marketing and Communications Oversee the development, alignment and implementation of the Saab UK Marketing and Communications strategy in line with corporate objectives. Ensure effective management of brand reputation, media relations, digital presence, and internal communications. Support the planning and execution of exhibitions, trade shows, and industry events. Collaborate closely with Saab Group Marketing and Communications and international marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment. Sales and Business Development Support Work closely with the wider Business Development and Sales teams to ensure marketing and communications activities directly support pipeline development and customer engagement. Contribute to bid and proposal activities with marketing insight, positioning, and media development. Support Customer Market Intelligence gathering. Oversee the management and optimisation of the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, ensuring accuracy, usability, and compliance with data protection regulations. Reporting and Performance Management Compile and present monthly and annual performance reports covering marketing, communications, and sales support activities. Analyse key performance metrics to assess campaign effectiveness and inform decision-making. Provide senior management with actionable insights to drive continuous improvement. Financial Management Manage the Marketing and Communications functional budget, ensuring cost-effective delivery of activities and accurate forecasting. Oversee procurement and supplier management within the function, ensuring compliance with company policies. Skills and Experience Essential: Proven experience in a senior marketing, communications, or sales support leadership role, ideally within the defence, aerospace, or technology sectors. Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and guide a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated experience managing budgets, reporting, and performance metrics. Excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing at all levels internally and externally. Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills. Desirable: Experience working within a complex, multinational organisation. Understanding of government or defence procurement processes. Knowledge of CRM systems, marketing analytics, and digital marketing tools. Professional qualifications in marketing, communications, or business management. Personal Attributes: Strategic thinker with strong operational delivery capability. Collaborative and adaptable, able to thrive in a dynamic, matrixed environment. High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to Saab's values and mission.
Nov 01, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . The Role The Deputy Head of Marketing and Communications will play a key leadership role within Saab UK, supporting the Vice President of Business Development and Sales in driving the company's strategic marketing, communications, and sales objectives. The postholder will lead the Marketing and Communications Team, ensuring alignment of marketing activities with business development and sales priorities, and will deputise for the Vice President as required. This role will combine strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, managing the CRM system, functional budget, and performance reporting on support Saab UK's growth. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Management Lead, develop, and motivate the Marketing and Communications Team to deliver high-quality, impactful campaigns, brand alignment and stakeholder engagement. Provide clear direction and professional development opportunities to ensure continuous improvement and performance excellence within the Marketing and Communications Team. Deputise for the Vice President, Business Development and Sales, representing the function and organisation at internal and external meetings and events. Marketing and Communications Oversee the development, alignment and implementation of the Saab UK Marketing and Communications strategy in line with corporate objectives. Ensure effective management of brand reputation, media relations, digital presence, and internal communications. Support the planning and execution of exhibitions, trade shows, and industry events. Collaborate closely with Saab Group Marketing and Communications and international marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment. Sales and Business Development Support Work closely with the wider Business Development and Sales teams to ensure marketing and communications activities directly support pipeline development and customer engagement. Contribute to bid and proposal activities with marketing insight, positioning, and media development. Support Customer Market Intelligence gathering. Oversee the management and optimisation of the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, ensuring accuracy, usability, and compliance with data protection regulations. Reporting and Performance Management Compile and present monthly and annual performance reports covering marketing, communications, and sales support activities. Analyse key performance metrics to assess campaign effectiveness and inform decision-making. Provide senior management with actionable insights to drive continuous improvement. Financial Management Manage the Marketing and Communications functional budget, ensuring cost-effective delivery of activities and accurate forecasting. Oversee procurement and supplier management within the function, ensuring compliance with company policies. Skills and Experience Essential: Proven experience in a senior marketing, communications, or sales support leadership role, ideally within the defence, aerospace, or technology sectors. Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and guide a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated experience managing budgets, reporting, and performance metrics. Excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing at all levels internally and externally. Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills. Desirable: Experience working within a complex, multinational organisation. Understanding of government or defence procurement processes. Knowledge of CRM systems, marketing analytics, and digital marketing tools. Professional qualifications in marketing, communications, or business management. Personal Attributes: Strategic thinker with strong operational delivery capability. Collaborative and adaptable, able to thrive in a dynamic, matrixed environment. High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to Saab's values and mission.
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . The role This role is part of Saab Bluebear Business in Bedfordshire. It will be reporting into the Head of Digital Systems Engineering. In this exciting, dynamic role you will support a mixture of R&D and product development activities within a leading autonomy and unmanned systems company. Blue Bear continuously innovates within the core area of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS/UAV) such as flight management systems, autopilots, mission systems, ground control stations, and all supporting systems and infrastructure. Your role as a Flight Control Systems Engineer will involve developing, maintaining and testing safety critical software that contribute to the flight systems of our aircraft. You will contribute to requirements definition, and use MATLAB/Simulink tools to generate software such as novel flight control laws and data manipulation algorithms. After verification and validation performed using bespoke simulations, you will then be expected deploy the software on to the target hardware, and conduct real world flight testing at our test facility less than 1km from the office. You may be asked to present the findings of the testing in reports or customer facing presentations. As well as undertaking technical tasks, you will be expected to take an active role in the team. This will include contribution to the development of standard operating processes, continuous improvement of methods and techniques, and ensuring quality targets are satisfied. Working as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment you will have good communication skills. A can-do attitude and a genuine passion for innovative technology. The opportunity will enable the successful candidate to gain knowledge of cutting-edge autonomous systems and offer a large scope for career development. Skills: Essential: Degree in aerospace engineering or similar. Understanding of aerodynamics and flight mechanics, and their impact on flight control. Experience in using MATLAB/Simulink for developing algorithms and control laws. Hands-on experience in designing and commissioning control systems. Desirable: Experience designing and implementing guidance, navigation and control algorithms for fixed and/or rotary wing vehicles. Knowledge of state-of-the-art for sensing systems. Hands-on experience with small UAS. Mathworks' Stateflow, Simulink Coder and Embedded Coder packages. Experience developing mathematical algorithms e.g. Data fusion, state estimation etc. Experience working with embedded systems, real-time systems, safety critical systems. Knowledge of communication systems. Version control systems e.g. git. C++, Java, Python development skills. Other useful skills for this role: Experience with quality standards for software (e.g. DO-178, ED-20x). Existing SC Clearance. Other Duties and Responsibilities To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required within the grade and level of the post. To actively participate in Blue Bear's Performance Management Scheme. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company. Some travel within the UK may be required.
Nov 01, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here . The role This role is part of Saab Bluebear Business in Bedfordshire. It will be reporting into the Head of Digital Systems Engineering. In this exciting, dynamic role you will support a mixture of R&D and product development activities within a leading autonomy and unmanned systems company. Blue Bear continuously innovates within the core area of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS/UAV) such as flight management systems, autopilots, mission systems, ground control stations, and all supporting systems and infrastructure. Your role as a Flight Control Systems Engineer will involve developing, maintaining and testing safety critical software that contribute to the flight systems of our aircraft. You will contribute to requirements definition, and use MATLAB/Simulink tools to generate software such as novel flight control laws and data manipulation algorithms. After verification and validation performed using bespoke simulations, you will then be expected deploy the software on to the target hardware, and conduct real world flight testing at our test facility less than 1km from the office. You may be asked to present the findings of the testing in reports or customer facing presentations. As well as undertaking technical tasks, you will be expected to take an active role in the team. This will include contribution to the development of standard operating processes, continuous improvement of methods and techniques, and ensuring quality targets are satisfied. Working as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment you will have good communication skills. A can-do attitude and a genuine passion for innovative technology. The opportunity will enable the successful candidate to gain knowledge of cutting-edge autonomous systems and offer a large scope for career development. Skills: Essential: Degree in aerospace engineering or similar. Understanding of aerodynamics and flight mechanics, and their impact on flight control. Experience in using MATLAB/Simulink for developing algorithms and control laws. Hands-on experience in designing and commissioning control systems. Desirable: Experience designing and implementing guidance, navigation and control algorithms for fixed and/or rotary wing vehicles. Knowledge of state-of-the-art for sensing systems. Hands-on experience with small UAS. Mathworks' Stateflow, Simulink Coder and Embedded Coder packages. Experience developing mathematical algorithms e.g. Data fusion, state estimation etc. Experience working with embedded systems, real-time systems, safety critical systems. Knowledge of communication systems. Version control systems e.g. git. C++, Java, Python development skills. Other useful skills for this role: Experience with quality standards for software (e.g. DO-178, ED-20x). Existing SC Clearance. Other Duties and Responsibilities To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required within the grade and level of the post. To actively participate in Blue Bear's Performance Management Scheme. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company. Some travel within the UK may be required.
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth click apply for full job details
Oct 29, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth click apply for full job details
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of: Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here The Role: Sensor Systems UK is looking for a System Safety Engineer who will be able to affect the safety of the products at Saab, covering their whole life cycle. It is imperative that Saab's products are safe to use and do not cause harm to people, property or the environment. The safety level of Saab's systems and products must meet applicable laws, regulations, international standards and best practices. You will analyse and document identified hazards in order to eliminate the hazard or reduce associated risk for a product. This is performed in close cooperation with different engineering areas including system design, software, mechanics and electrical, all based at our Fareham campus, but supporting activity which is spread across the UK and overseas. Key Responsibilities: Identification & managements of risks including the development of risk mitigation strategies, & the identification & analysis of hazards. Definition of Safety Requirements based on current regulations, analysis & the traceability & verifiability throughout the systems lifecycle. Safety system & architectural design to meet safety requirements & safety goals. The development of Safety Validation & Verification plans & procedures. The preparation of Safety Certification & leading Compliance with regulations. The development, implementation & maintenance of Safety Monitoring & Maintenance processes. Lead for Incident Investigation & provision of Root Cause Analysis to develop corrective actions. Provision of safety systems training & awareness programmes for key stakeholders. Act as the lead SME on Safety Working Groups for UK MoD contracts Your Profile: As a person you are self-motivated and used to efficiently collaborate with team members, as well as other stakeholders. You will have the ability to understand and analyse complex issues and problems. You are structured and like to take responsibility, and be an excellent communicator. Key Skills and Experience: Specific knowledge & experience of implementing Civilian & Military Safety Standards (Def Stan 00-55 & 00-56, & ISO 45001:2018), & compliance with regulatory standards (including JSP 815 Defence Safety Management System & JSP 376 Defence Acquisition Safety Policy). Experience of conducting Systems Safety activities with radar, communications or electronic warfare systems. Experience of using risk assessments techniques such as Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), & Hazard & Operability Studies (HAZOP). Experience of safety requirements based on regulatory standards & industry best practices. Experience of conducting safety testing, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, simulation, & field testing. Experience of the development & implementation of safety monitoring systems to detect & respond to safety-critical events. Bachelor or higher degree, ideally in an Engineering-linked topic. Appreciate working independently & as part of a multi-national team. Knowledge in safety standards & regulations. Knowledge of safety engineering principles in hazardous materials, & machine & electrical safety. Ideally you will hold a relevant safety certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or similar. As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Oct 26, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of: Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here The Role: Sensor Systems UK is looking for a System Safety Engineer who will be able to affect the safety of the products at Saab, covering their whole life cycle. It is imperative that Saab's products are safe to use and do not cause harm to people, property or the environment. The safety level of Saab's systems and products must meet applicable laws, regulations, international standards and best practices. You will analyse and document identified hazards in order to eliminate the hazard or reduce associated risk for a product. This is performed in close cooperation with different engineering areas including system design, software, mechanics and electrical, all based at our Fareham campus, but supporting activity which is spread across the UK and overseas. Key Responsibilities: Identification & managements of risks including the development of risk mitigation strategies, & the identification & analysis of hazards. Definition of Safety Requirements based on current regulations, analysis & the traceability & verifiability throughout the systems lifecycle. Safety system & architectural design to meet safety requirements & safety goals. The development of Safety Validation & Verification plans & procedures. The preparation of Safety Certification & leading Compliance with regulations. The development, implementation & maintenance of Safety Monitoring & Maintenance processes. Lead for Incident Investigation & provision of Root Cause Analysis to develop corrective actions. Provision of safety systems training & awareness programmes for key stakeholders. Act as the lead SME on Safety Working Groups for UK MoD contracts Your Profile: As a person you are self-motivated and used to efficiently collaborate with team members, as well as other stakeholders. You will have the ability to understand and analyse complex issues and problems. You are structured and like to take responsibility, and be an excellent communicator. Key Skills and Experience: Specific knowledge & experience of implementing Civilian & Military Safety Standards (Def Stan 00-55 & 00-56, & ISO 45001:2018), & compliance with regulatory standards (including JSP 815 Defence Safety Management System & JSP 376 Defence Acquisition Safety Policy). Experience of conducting Systems Safety activities with radar, communications or electronic warfare systems. Experience of using risk assessments techniques such as Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), & Hazard & Operability Studies (HAZOP). Experience of safety requirements based on regulatory standards & industry best practices. Experience of conducting safety testing, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, simulation, & field testing. Experience of the development & implementation of safety monitoring systems to detect & respond to safety-critical events. Bachelor or higher degree, ideally in an Engineering-linked topic. Appreciate working independently & as part of a multi-national team. Knowledge in safety standards & regulations. Knowledge of safety engineering principles in hazardous materials, & machine & electrical safety. Ideally you will hold a relevant safety certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or similar. As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth click apply for full job details
Oct 25, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth click apply for full job details
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish, British and Australian innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and caree click apply for full job details
Oct 25, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish, British and Australian innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and caree click apply for full job details
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth click apply for full job details
Oct 22, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth click apply for full job details
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and click apply for full job details
Oct 20, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and click apply for full job details
Introduction Saab UK is a British company that is part of Saab Group's global high-technology operations. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space and civil security. In the UK we bring together the best of Swedish and British innovation and engineering to provide our customers with products and solutions that push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. Our mission is to help our customers to keep people and society safe. Our Saab UK business is going through a period of rapid growth, this means that we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK Ltd combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Across the country we have seven principle sites which focus on software engineering, underwater robotics, training services and radars. Globally we number over 22,000 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and we reinvest a high proportion of our earnings in internal research and development. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge - to make the world a safer place. Saab is a company with opportunities, a company where we see diversity as an asset and where you have both considerable responsibility as well as good opportunities for advancing in your career. Additionally, Saab is a company that respects each person's needs for a rewarding life beyond work. Role Purpose: This role is part of our Saab Seaeye Underwater Robotics Business Unit. his is a new product testing role within the company. With a wide ranging remit to manage and execute the full lifecycle of test engineering, from definition of test-cases through development of test tools to the execution of testing and management of facilities. As such it will suit someone with a broad spread of engineering knowledge, imagination and drive. Key accountabilities and responsibilities: Analyse conformance specifications to derive test requirements Plan, design and communicate test cases which validate requirements across a broad spread of electro-mechanical systems for both the development and production lifecycle phases. Design test jigs, harnesses and software to allow execution of test cases including, where appropriate, automation. Implement data processing/filtering software in a variety of packages to extract relevant results Manage the internal test facilities (test tanks, ovens, pools, lifting equipment) Liaise with external test facilities (EMC, vibration, pools, etc) Execute tests in a clear, safe and controlled manner Fault finding and failure analysis Documentation and presentation of results and findings. Essential Skills: HNC or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline Min 3 years in a test focussed role, or within test equipment development Proven experience in data capture and analysis Proven experience working on multi-disciplinary systems (electrical, mechanical, software) Experience working within an engineering NPI environment Excellent knowledge of test equipment and platforms Excellent communicator: both written and verbal Exposure to NPI design phases - with working to Design / Systems requirements Able to generate test cases from requirements to verify / validate the designs Experience of National Instruments test software platforms, able to create test software test functions within the National Instruments environment Experience with control of National Instruments hardware and propriety test equipment as in control , read / write, obtain data, compute, data management Hands on with electronic circuit construction / testing / diagnostics Innovative and creative mindset with sound engineering principles Ability to work unsupervised to tight timescales Knowledge of product certification, best-practice and industry standards Enthusiasm, drive and personality! Create high quality test reports Data capture - logging Desirable: Experience in the offshore and/or subsea industry Experience working within a Production Test facility Knowledge / experience in the creation of test executives within NI LabView / TestStand Software Software programming / scripts (Python, C, C#, C++, VB, etc) Specification / build / commissioning / Support of test equipment Understanding of Mechanical principles, and working knowledge of applications Knowledge of compliance standards and certification (CE/DNV) Previous experience in a customer-facing role
Mar 08, 2025
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is a British company that is part of Saab Group's global high-technology operations. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space and civil security. In the UK we bring together the best of Swedish and British innovation and engineering to provide our customers with products and solutions that push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. Our mission is to help our customers to keep people and society safe. Our Saab UK business is going through a period of rapid growth, this means that we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK Ltd combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Across the country we have seven principle sites which focus on software engineering, underwater robotics, training services and radars. Globally we number over 22,000 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and we reinvest a high proportion of our earnings in internal research and development. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge - to make the world a safer place. Saab is a company with opportunities, a company where we see diversity as an asset and where you have both considerable responsibility as well as good opportunities for advancing in your career. Additionally, Saab is a company that respects each person's needs for a rewarding life beyond work. Role Purpose: This role is part of our Saab Seaeye Underwater Robotics Business Unit. his is a new product testing role within the company. With a wide ranging remit to manage and execute the full lifecycle of test engineering, from definition of test-cases through development of test tools to the execution of testing and management of facilities. As such it will suit someone with a broad spread of engineering knowledge, imagination and drive. Key accountabilities and responsibilities: Analyse conformance specifications to derive test requirements Plan, design and communicate test cases which validate requirements across a broad spread of electro-mechanical systems for both the development and production lifecycle phases. Design test jigs, harnesses and software to allow execution of test cases including, where appropriate, automation. Implement data processing/filtering software in a variety of packages to extract relevant results Manage the internal test facilities (test tanks, ovens, pools, lifting equipment) Liaise with external test facilities (EMC, vibration, pools, etc) Execute tests in a clear, safe and controlled manner Fault finding and failure analysis Documentation and presentation of results and findings. Essential Skills: HNC or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline Min 3 years in a test focussed role, or within test equipment development Proven experience in data capture and analysis Proven experience working on multi-disciplinary systems (electrical, mechanical, software) Experience working within an engineering NPI environment Excellent knowledge of test equipment and platforms Excellent communicator: both written and verbal Exposure to NPI design phases - with working to Design / Systems requirements Able to generate test cases from requirements to verify / validate the designs Experience of National Instruments test software platforms, able to create test software test functions within the National Instruments environment Experience with control of National Instruments hardware and propriety test equipment as in control , read / write, obtain data, compute, data management Hands on with electronic circuit construction / testing / diagnostics Innovative and creative mindset with sound engineering principles Ability to work unsupervised to tight timescales Knowledge of product certification, best-practice and industry standards Enthusiasm, drive and personality! Create high quality test reports Data capture - logging Desirable: Experience in the offshore and/or subsea industry Experience working within a Production Test facility Knowledge / experience in the creation of test executives within NI LabView / TestStand Software Software programming / scripts (Python, C, C#, C++, VB, etc) Specification / build / commissioning / Support of test equipment Understanding of Mechanical principles, and working knowledge of applications Knowledge of compliance standards and certification (CE/DNV) Previous experience in a customer-facing role
