Ultra Electronics Group
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
# We are Ultra Precision Control Systems Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.# Flexible Working Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.# Job DescriptionEngineering Industrial Placement The Ultra Engineering function manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs. Engineering Industrial Placement (Up to 12-month Placement) Overview The companies Engineering function manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, systems and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs.You will join a growing team in our modern Cheltenham or Cambridge offices supported by a team of highly qualified and experienced engineers from all disciplines.Our Manufacturing Engineering and Design Teams work on the development of new products and services in Stores Ejection, Data Processing and Safety Critical Systems for Aerospace and Defence customers around the world. Our products and services rely upon talented engineers to deliver multi-functional solutions to some of our customer's hardest problems.Our industrial placement opportunity is structured to build your practical knowledge as well as giving you exposure to the wider business complementing your academic studies. Job Description Summary As an Engineering Industrial Placement, you will gain some real hands-on experience within Manufacturing Engineering as a great way to introduce you to the broad breadth of product we produce. You will gain an understanding of the steps needed from design, manufacture, assembly, and shipping to the end customer. You will be introduced to some Engineering design problem solving and design activities using CAD or other software tools as appropriate. Depending upon your discipline preference you will be exposed to manufacturing process, engineering design, engineering processes, product testing and inspection. How Long is the Industrial Placement Our industrial placement can be up to 1-year during which time you will undertake short placements around the business, predominantly focused on engineering but also giving exposure to wider functions such as project management, operations, and supply chain.An industrial placement candidate will have good A-level grades, comparable to that expected for entry into university or college; subject grades in Mathematics and Physics (or equivalent), and maybe further Mathematics. In addition, other subjects may be Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Environmental Science, Psychology and Statistics.We are looking for someone who is excited about engineering, wants to find solutions to difficult problems and is open to being challenged. Above all, you need to be able to integrate into a team working towards the common goal.In your application we are looking for you to provide a personal statement that demonstrates your enthusiasm for Engineering, strong engagement and an understanding of what studying this subject during your placement could involve.A good personal statement will use a scientific writing style and demonstrate logical and analytical thinking, related to Engineering. They will reflect on relevant personal experiences and research beyond the school curriculum, examples could include additional personal study in and experience of engineering relevant work experience, and volunteering. What you can expect from us. Challenging interesting work and a competitive salary Clear guidance and constructive feedback Enhance employability by providing practical skills, and team working Development of Technical, Commercial Awareness and Interpersonal skills Real-world experience, and a competitive edge for securing a graduate job# Nationality Requirements Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.# Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
# We are Ultra Precision Control Systems Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.# Flexible Working Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.# Job DescriptionEngineering Industrial Placement The Ultra Engineering function manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs. Engineering Industrial Placement (Up to 12-month Placement) Overview The companies Engineering function manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, systems and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs.You will join a growing team in our modern Cheltenham or Cambridge offices supported by a team of highly qualified and experienced engineers from all disciplines.Our Manufacturing Engineering and Design Teams work on the development of new products and services in Stores Ejection, Data Processing and Safety Critical Systems for Aerospace and Defence customers around the world. Our products and services rely upon talented engineers to deliver multi-functional solutions to some of our customer's hardest problems.Our industrial placement opportunity is structured to build your practical knowledge as well as giving you exposure to the wider business complementing your academic studies. Job Description Summary As an Engineering Industrial Placement, you will gain some real hands-on experience within Manufacturing Engineering as a great way to introduce you to the broad breadth of product we produce. You will gain an understanding of the steps needed from design, manufacture, assembly, and shipping to the end customer. You will be introduced to some Engineering design problem solving and design activities using CAD or other software tools as appropriate. Depending upon your discipline preference you will be exposed to manufacturing process, engineering design, engineering processes, product testing and inspection. How Long is the Industrial Placement Our industrial placement can be up to 1-year during which time you will undertake short placements around the business, predominantly focused on engineering but also giving exposure to wider functions such as project management, operations, and supply chain.An industrial placement candidate will have good A-level grades, comparable to that expected for entry into university or college; subject grades in Mathematics and Physics (or equivalent), and maybe further Mathematics. In addition, other subjects may be Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Environmental Science, Psychology and Statistics.We are looking for someone who is excited about engineering, wants to find solutions to difficult problems and is open to being challenged. Above all, you need to be able to integrate into a team working towards the common goal.In your application we are looking for you to provide a personal statement that demonstrates your enthusiasm for Engineering, strong engagement and an understanding of what studying this subject during your placement could involve.A good personal statement will use a scientific writing style and demonstrate logical and analytical thinking, related to Engineering. They will reflect on relevant personal experiences and research beyond the school curriculum, examples could include additional personal study in and experience of engineering relevant work experience, and volunteering. What you can expect from us. Challenging interesting work and a competitive salary Clear guidance and constructive feedback Enhance employability by providing practical skills, and team working Development of Technical, Commercial Awareness and Interpersonal skills Real-world experience, and a competitive edge for securing a graduate job# Nationality Requirements Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.# Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
Ultra Electronics Group
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
A leading aerospace and defence company is hiring a Project Buyer in Cheltenham for a 12-month contract. Responsibilities include supporting bid activities, negotiating with suppliers, and managing New Product Introduction (NPI) projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work with engineering teams. The role offers opportunities for flexible working arrangements and values diversity in the workplace.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
A leading aerospace and defence company is hiring a Project Buyer in Cheltenham for a 12-month contract. Responsibilities include supporting bid activities, negotiating with suppliers, and managing New Product Introduction (NPI) projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work with engineering teams. The role offers opportunities for flexible working arrangements and values diversity in the workplace.
Ultra Electronics Group
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Head of Financial Planning & Analysis page is loaded Head of Financial Planning & Analysislocations: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11293# We are Ultra Precision Control Systems Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.# Flexible Working Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.# Job DescriptionThe Ultra Finance function leads the budgeting and forecasting processes and supports the strategy process, as well as managing performance against budget. In addition, it ensures that effective financial controls are in operation in all businesses to ensure stewardship of the Group's assets. It ensures compliance with best professional standards, statutory financial requirements and fiscal provision and undertakes tax planning activities and ensure that the Group's tax reporting duties are discharged. It ensures that the Group has adequate long-term funding to meet the requirements of its Strategic Plan and supports M&A.To design and deliver impactful FP&A, including Finance Business Partnering, across the PCS UK and US entities with oversight of FP&A at the CEMS business. This role will have a sizeable commercial angle to it, with the individual expected to help generate meaningful value within the business. This role also has management responsibility for the Business Intelligence team.This role will report directly to the CFO. The role will work very closely with the Financial Controller, forming a key finance leadership team.This role will be tasked with responsibility and ownership of: Leading the analytics associated with monthly Actuals reporting, including variances to Budget, Forecast, Prior Year etc. Analysis will cover all aspects of the P&L, especially focusing on revenue and margins within Value Streams (i.e. platforms, portfolios, part numbers etc) The creation and production of meaningful MI to support the timely and robust month end close, culminating in the production of a high-quality, timely and complete proposed (finance) board report to be prepared for the CFO Leading the weekly Flash forecasting process, the output of which will be a forecast of orders, revenue, contribution margin, gross margin, IRAD, opex and EBITDA BOO, together with Operating Cash BOO for the current and subsequent two months (i.e. a 3 month rolling forecast). The output should be commercially insightful (with risk & opportunities and variance analysis for example) and should have the buy-in of the key business stakeholders. Actions arising should be noted and project managed to a timely conclusion Leading the Quarterly and annual Budget forecasting processes to agreed timelines, based on meaningful and detailed supporting schedules built on bottom-up and analysable data sources. The process should be managed through an integrated financial model with appropriate automation and clearly and easily identifiable assumptions. The output will comprise of a high quality, insightful presentation pack aligned to a complete and timely OneStream data submission Working collaboratively across the business to lead the annual creation, submission and subsequent periodic refreshes of the 5 year Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan will cover the front end of the business and project financially through a P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow. The process should ensure a robust audit trail which is relatively easy for a reviewer to navigate their way through. The ultimate output will be a significant presentation pack providing analysis of the business through the prism of numerous different cuts and slices of the business Developing and maintaining deep and meaningful margin analysis tools providing insight on historical and projected margins across the product range within the business. The analysis must be intrinsically linked and reconcilable to the General Ledger. The analysis should be produced in a way that enables finance and non-finance users of the tool to identify margins and make impactful decisions based on this information Leading the creation and evolution of a robust, granular and well-presented MI suite, providing meaningful insight on business metrics in a timely fashion Be the point Finance person for interacting with, and supporting the S&OP process, as well as ensuring it is fully integrated with financial forecasts. To enable this a keen interest will be required to ensure the Opportunities Tracker remains relevant for financial forecasting purposes To lead finance business partnering, to include, but not be limited to: + Working very closely with the VP of Engineering and COO, providing day to day business partnering support, being a key member of their functional senior management, offering finance support, guidance and leadership to them and their teams + Embedding a culture of managing finance by operational metrics. Lead on the creation, capture, streamlining, cleansing and challenge of all financial operational metrics including key elements such as labour utilisation, efficiency, standard costs including labour routings, absorption, turnaround times etc + Be the point person for providing commercial finance leadership to the Repairs business, supporting growth in the business and improvement in margins. Additionally, working closely with the Financial Controller to provide financial comfort and controls of the warranty reserve, identifying opportunities to reduce the financial impact and identifying trends in warranty exposure + Partner in the creation of financially meaningful business cases for investment in IRAD, capitalised development, impairment testing etc + Finance lead on targeting and driving VCP opportunities Working very closely with the Financial Controller (and team), especially to support the timely and accurate submission of month end reporting, year end audits, project accounting, bid submission and associate cost audits, and by providing insight and input to support meaningful balance sheet reconciliations on areas with significant Engineering or Operations underlying ownership Leading the Business Intelligence team to improve the quality of data, reporting and systems across the business. Partner with the business to understand key business requirements, reporting challenges, manual processes and the like, transforming them through a structured program management approach into live, accurate, meaningful reports which are based on data which is integrally tied to the financials within the business Identify opportunities to make improvements to IFS for capture of data, improvement of processes, creation of robust master data etc Driving consistency of approach across all aspects of PCS and CEMS Support ad hoc projects that may arise from time to time# Nationality Requirements Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National
Jan 05, 2026
Full time
Head of Financial Planning & Analysis page is loaded Head of Financial Planning & Analysislocations: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11293# We are Ultra Precision Control Systems Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.# Flexible Working Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.# Job DescriptionThe Ultra Finance function leads the budgeting and forecasting processes and supports the strategy process, as well as managing performance against budget. In addition, it ensures that effective financial controls are in operation in all businesses to ensure stewardship of the Group's assets. It ensures compliance with best professional standards, statutory financial requirements and fiscal provision and undertakes tax planning activities and ensure that the Group's tax reporting duties are discharged. It ensures that the Group has adequate long-term funding to meet the requirements of its Strategic Plan and supports M&A.To design and deliver impactful FP&A, including Finance Business Partnering, across the PCS UK and US entities with oversight of FP&A at the CEMS business. This role will have a sizeable commercial angle to it, with the individual expected to help generate meaningful value within the business. This role also has management responsibility for the Business Intelligence team.This role will report directly to the CFO. The role will work very closely with the Financial Controller, forming a key finance leadership team.This role will be tasked with responsibility and ownership of: Leading the analytics associated with monthly Actuals reporting, including variances to Budget, Forecast, Prior Year etc. Analysis will cover all aspects of the P&L, especially focusing on revenue and margins within Value Streams (i.e. platforms, portfolios, part numbers etc) The creation and production of meaningful MI to support the timely and robust month end close, culminating in the production of a high-quality, timely and complete proposed (finance) board report to be prepared for the CFO Leading the weekly Flash forecasting process, the output of which will be a forecast of orders, revenue, contribution margin, gross margin, IRAD, opex and EBITDA BOO, together with Operating Cash BOO for the current and subsequent two months (i.e. a 3 month rolling forecast). The output should be commercially insightful (with risk & opportunities and variance analysis for example) and should have the buy-in of the key business stakeholders. Actions arising should be noted and project managed to a timely conclusion Leading the Quarterly and annual Budget forecasting processes to agreed timelines, based on meaningful and detailed supporting schedules built on bottom-up and analysable data sources. The process should be managed through an integrated financial model with appropriate automation and clearly and easily identifiable assumptions. The output will comprise of a high quality, insightful presentation pack aligned to a complete and timely OneStream data submission Working collaboratively across the business to lead the annual creation, submission and subsequent periodic refreshes of the 5 year Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan will cover the front end of the business and project financially through a P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow. The process should ensure a robust audit trail which is relatively easy for a reviewer to navigate their way through. The ultimate output will be a significant presentation pack providing analysis of the business through the prism of numerous different cuts and slices of the business Developing and maintaining deep and meaningful margin analysis tools providing insight on historical and projected margins across the product range within the business. The analysis must be intrinsically linked and reconcilable to the General Ledger. The analysis should be produced in a way that enables finance and non-finance users of the tool to identify margins and make impactful decisions based on this information Leading the creation and evolution of a robust, granular and well-presented MI suite, providing meaningful insight on business metrics in a timely fashion Be the point Finance person for interacting with, and supporting the S&OP process, as well as ensuring it is fully integrated with financial forecasts. To enable this a keen interest will be required to ensure the Opportunities Tracker remains relevant for financial forecasting purposes To lead finance business partnering, to include, but not be limited to: + Working very closely with the VP of Engineering and COO, providing day to day business partnering support, being a key member of their functional senior management, offering finance support, guidance and leadership to them and their teams + Embedding a culture of managing finance by operational metrics. Lead on the creation, capture, streamlining, cleansing and challenge of all financial operational metrics including key elements such as labour utilisation, efficiency, standard costs including labour routings, absorption, turnaround times etc + Be the point person for providing commercial finance leadership to the Repairs business, supporting growth in the business and improvement in margins. Additionally, working closely with the Financial Controller to provide financial comfort and controls of the warranty reserve, identifying opportunities to reduce the financial impact and identifying trends in warranty exposure + Partner in the creation of financially meaningful business cases for investment in IRAD, capitalised development, impairment testing etc + Finance lead on targeting and driving VCP opportunities Working very closely with the Financial Controller (and team), especially to support the timely and accurate submission of month end reporting, year end audits, project accounting, bid submission and associate cost audits, and by providing insight and input to support meaningful balance sheet reconciliations on areas with significant Engineering or Operations underlying ownership Leading the Business Intelligence team to improve the quality of data, reporting and systems across the business. Partner with the business to understand key business requirements, reporting challenges, manual processes and the like, transforming them through a structured program management approach into live, accurate, meaningful reports which are based on data which is integrally tied to the financials within the business Identify opportunities to make improvements to IFS for capture of data, improvement of processes, creation of robust master data etc Driving consistency of approach across all aspects of PCS and CEMS Support ad hoc projects that may arise from time to time# Nationality Requirements Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National
Company: Ultra Intelligence & CommunicationsCyber (UK) Business Provide Decision Advantage to Mission Partners Around the World Join us in our mission to provide the world's military members with the latest, most customizable solutions and capabilities, enabling mission success anywhere around the globe. At Ultra Intelligence and Communications (I&C), we provide critical, tactical capabilities to enhance and accelerate decision-making in the most challenging environments. By joining us, you will experience unrivaled opportunities for growth and innovation and be a part of a dynamic and diverse team that pushes boundaries and drives meaningful change in intelligence and communications. Cyber Business Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide.# Job Description The Project/Systems Engineering function in Ultra provides expertise to all projects through the bid and full development lifecycle. It ensures that both project and statutory requirements are suitably met and works to improve the effectiveness of the systems engineering approach within the company. It is responsible for the system requirements, the resulting architecture, the design and integration of the solution. It is responsible for ensuring we design to cost and design for manufacture. A professional at this grade applies technical / professional knowledge, making reasoned independent judgements based on practice and significant previous experience. Often seen as a referral point or more senior team member, to escalate more complex challenges and opportunities. This role is expected to act independently with minimal guidance, and may mentor project managers/early careers. Responsible for / Key responsibilities Responsible for assuring the Systems Engineering (in-process verification and validation) and delivery of conclusive evidence via System Integration, Verification and Validation (IV&V) processes and activities. Ensure the correctness and completeness of work products and solutions, from the requirements phase onwards, executing an evidence creation strategy in order to progressively gain internal and external acceptance. Create and maintain IV&V artefacts such as Strategies, Plans, Procedures, Compliance Matrices and Reports, to progressively assure the desired outcomes. Carry out IV&V responsibilities in accordance with IV&V processes and industry practices, so that internal, qualification and acceptance events are completed to an agreed level of maturity. Lead the cross-discipline development of any supporting test equipment/rigs/fixtures, via a lifecycle approach; creating requirements, support the design, development, testing of and maintenance, enabling the associated development and in-service test events. Responsible for all safety and security aspects relating to IV&V events and facilities used by the project. Actively participates, and is a key stakeholder, at engineering design reviews and project gates/reviews, owning the preparation, delivery and resulting actions of TRR. To support the Qualification activities, to include in house and external test houses. Responsible for the utilisation of any external IV&V facilities/test houses, i.e. organising interoperability testing, collaboratively developing test harnesses/fixtures etc. with test houses. Actively contributes to improving processes, tools and techniques that to increase the adoption, quality and efficiency of SE, IV&V engineering. Provides specialist knowledge and support to the wider engineering team. Exemplifies, leads, mentors and coaches IV&V to engineers and non-technical resources; sharing knowledge willingly and constructively to aid consistent application of IV&V principles, processes and methods. Manage security of information as defined in the Security Aspects and Government regulations. The role is expected to provide Line Management, Technical Management or Subject Matter Expert responsibilities:o Line management of a team of systems engineers (2-6), responsible for their development, training and approval of the team's requests (e.g. annual leave etc.).o Technical management of a team of systems discipline engineers (1-5) on a project, their tasking and being responsible for the quality of their technical delivery and adherence to schedule and budget. o Subject Matter Expertise, and recognised as an expert in a specific subject matter, such as a specific product/technology/tooling/practice type or area. Essential Qualifications / skills /requirements Has extant/recent SC security clearance Is flexible to travel within the UK to support external stakeholders, test houses and customers. Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have applicable defence industry experience. Knowledge of Systems Engineering/V&V experience of solutions formed of Hardware, Software and Firmware components. Has designed and delivered special to type test equipment to meet the diverse requirements generated across multi-concurrent projects. Safety and security management for test environments including laboratories, able to build a business case to ensure that test environments are suitably available, safe & secure. Demonstrable experience of INCOSE/ISO 15288 Systems Engineering of complex solutions and delivered IV&V in accordance with ISO 29119. Desirable Responsibilities To be familiar with environmental facilities and their operation under the guidance of environmental test team Assesses tasks to define Basis of Estimate costing for bid and change processes. Actively reviews professional publications; champions Systems Engineering/IV&V industry standards; active member and promotes related professional organisations. Experienced in the implementation of test facilities/equipment in relation to ISO 17025. Desirable Qualifications / skills /requirements INCOSE member - ASEP/CSEP IV&V/Test related certification/recognition. Experienced in test automation, frameworks and marriage with manual testing for an overall test campaign. Environmental, EMC, EMI, TEMPEST etc design for and/or test experience Modelling to understand test scope, test environment requirements and/or to validate. Scripting languages: JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Perl, Bash, Rest, MySQL. Development approaches, iterative, incremental, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Behaviour Driven Development (BDD), Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD), hybrid and similar models.# Notice Due to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Our Benefits Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including: Annual Bonus Private Medical Cover 25 days' holiday with the option to buy an extra 5 Pension Contribution 4 x Life Assurance Cover Flexible working hours with a 1pm finish on a Friday Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more Monthly Security Clearance Allowance - Subject to you holding the required security clearance# Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement At Ultra I&C, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusivity. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be the best version of yourself. We also believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures will increase our diversity of thinking,
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Company: Ultra Intelligence & CommunicationsCyber (UK) Business Provide Decision Advantage to Mission Partners Around the World Join us in our mission to provide the world's military members with the latest, most customizable solutions and capabilities, enabling mission success anywhere around the globe. At Ultra Intelligence and Communications (I&C), we provide critical, tactical capabilities to enhance and accelerate decision-making in the most challenging environments. By joining us, you will experience unrivaled opportunities for growth and innovation and be a part of a dynamic and diverse team that pushes boundaries and drives meaningful change in intelligence and communications. Cyber Business Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide.# Job Description The Project/Systems Engineering function in Ultra provides expertise to all projects through the bid and full development lifecycle. It ensures that both project and statutory requirements are suitably met and works to improve the effectiveness of the systems engineering approach within the company. It is responsible for the system requirements, the resulting architecture, the design and integration of the solution. It is responsible for ensuring we design to cost and design for manufacture. A professional at this grade applies technical / professional knowledge, making reasoned independent judgements based on practice and significant previous experience. Often seen as a referral point or more senior team member, to escalate more complex challenges and opportunities. This role is expected to act independently with minimal guidance, and may mentor project managers/early careers. Responsible for / Key responsibilities Responsible for assuring the Systems Engineering (in-process verification and validation) and delivery of conclusive evidence via System Integration, Verification and Validation (IV&V) processes and activities. Ensure the correctness and completeness of work products and solutions, from the requirements phase onwards, executing an evidence creation strategy in order to progressively gain internal and external acceptance. Create and maintain IV&V artefacts such as Strategies, Plans, Procedures, Compliance Matrices and Reports, to progressively assure the desired outcomes. Carry out IV&V responsibilities in accordance with IV&V processes and industry practices, so that internal, qualification and acceptance events are completed to an agreed level of maturity. Lead the cross-discipline development of any supporting test equipment/rigs/fixtures, via a lifecycle approach; creating requirements, support the design, development, testing of and maintenance, enabling the associated development and in-service test events. Responsible for all safety and security aspects relating to IV&V events and facilities used by the project. Actively participates, and is a key stakeholder, at engineering design reviews and project gates/reviews, owning the preparation, delivery and resulting actions of TRR. To support the Qualification activities, to include in house and external test houses. Responsible for the utilisation of any external IV&V facilities/test houses, i.e. organising interoperability testing, collaboratively developing test harnesses/fixtures etc. with test houses. Actively contributes to improving processes, tools and techniques that to increase the adoption, quality and efficiency of SE, IV&V engineering. Provides specialist knowledge and support to the wider engineering team. Exemplifies, leads, mentors and coaches IV&V to engineers and non-technical resources; sharing knowledge willingly and constructively to aid consistent application of IV&V principles, processes and methods. Manage security of information as defined in the Security Aspects and Government regulations. The role is expected to provide Line Management, Technical Management or Subject Matter Expert responsibilities:o Line management of a team of systems engineers (2-6), responsible for their development, training and approval of the team's requests (e.g. annual leave etc.).o Technical management of a team of systems discipline engineers (1-5) on a project, their tasking and being responsible for the quality of their technical delivery and adherence to schedule and budget. o Subject Matter Expertise, and recognised as an expert in a specific subject matter, such as a specific product/technology/tooling/practice type or area. Essential Qualifications / skills /requirements Has extant/recent SC security clearance Is flexible to travel within the UK to support external stakeholders, test houses and customers. Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have applicable defence industry experience. Knowledge of Systems Engineering/V&V experience of solutions formed of Hardware, Software and Firmware components. Has designed and delivered special to type test equipment to meet the diverse requirements generated across multi-concurrent projects. Safety and security management for test environments including laboratories, able to build a business case to ensure that test environments are suitably available, safe & secure. Demonstrable experience of INCOSE/ISO 15288 Systems Engineering of complex solutions and delivered IV&V in accordance with ISO 29119. Desirable Responsibilities To be familiar with environmental facilities and their operation under the guidance of environmental test team Assesses tasks to define Basis of Estimate costing for bid and change processes. Actively reviews professional publications; champions Systems Engineering/IV&V industry standards; active member and promotes related professional organisations. Experienced in the implementation of test facilities/equipment in relation to ISO 17025. Desirable Qualifications / skills /requirements INCOSE member - ASEP/CSEP IV&V/Test related certification/recognition. Experienced in test automation, frameworks and marriage with manual testing for an overall test campaign. Environmental, EMC, EMI, TEMPEST etc design for and/or test experience Modelling to understand test scope, test environment requirements and/or to validate. Scripting languages: JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Perl, Bash, Rest, MySQL. Development approaches, iterative, incremental, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Behaviour Driven Development (BDD), Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD), hybrid and similar models.# Notice Due to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Our Benefits Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including: Annual Bonus Private Medical Cover 25 days' holiday with the option to buy an extra 5 Pension Contribution 4 x Life Assurance Cover Flexible working hours with a 1pm finish on a Friday Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more Monthly Security Clearance Allowance - Subject to you holding the required security clearance# Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement At Ultra I&C, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusivity. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be the best version of yourself. We also believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures will increase our diversity of thinking,
A leading aerospace and defence company in the UK is seeking an experienced commercial professional. The role involves managing contracts and commercial governance throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with internal stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with policies. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a degree in a related field. Flexible working options are available.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
A leading aerospace and defence company in the UK is seeking an experienced commercial professional. The role involves managing contracts and commercial governance throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with internal stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with policies. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a degree in a related field. Flexible working options are available.
Senior ILS Engineer page is loaded Senior ILS Engineerlocations: Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UK: Greenford, Greater London, England, UK: Weymouth, Dorset, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11178# Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. # Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide! Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Working under the mentorship of the Head of Support, you will apply sound engineering judgement to ensure products are developed to be supportable, develop the support solution and acquire the necessary resources for support.The focus of this role is to ensure the supportability of our products by helping shape the design for support and helping develop the support solution architecture.No two days at Ultra are the same, but your responsibilities will include: In coordination with the ILS Project Lead, tailor the scope and scale of ILS activities to meet the User, Customer, and Ultra's requirements. Working collaboratively with designers to improve the reliability, maintainability and usability aspects of Ultra's designs. Providing input to the development of the optimum support solution for each customer, within the context of a wider product and capability roadmap. Completing life cycle cost analyses, level of repair analyses, sparing analyses, failure modes and effects analyses. Eliciting and deriving support requirements and proposing verification methods for requirements. Developing supportability cases and conducting analyses to provide progressive assurance of support solutions. Performing reliability modelling and undertaking maintainability analysis to optimize support arrangements. Assessing the human element of systems, including assessing the potential for human error as a contributor to system failures. Preparing, or providing input to, technical manuals such as troubleshooting guides or operations and maintenance manuals. Assisting with the identification and mitigation of hazards through system hazard analysis. Formulating and implementing the obsolescence strategy for a product line. Supporting the continuous improvement of processes, policies and procedures.A dynamic, professional, engineer or technician with experience within a high technology or regulated industry, you will: Hold a bachelor's degree in engineering, or a technical equivalent, or navy, army or air force equivalent in mechanical or electrical. Have knowledge and experience in Reliability & Maintainability - Reliability Prediction, RBDs, FTAs, FMECAs, MTAs, FRACAS/DRACAS, etc. Have the ability to review work produced by domain specialists across the others: + Integrated Logistics Support - LCC, LORA, sparing, obsolescence, etc. + Operational Analysis & Whole Life Cost Modelling -, Availability Trade-Off Analysis, etc. + Training Development, Design and Delivery. Hold or be cable of achieving Security Clearance (SC) or higher with no caveats. Possess a full driving license. This role is office based with occasional travel across Ultra sites and to customer and supplier locations. Experience using PTC Windchill, Relyence, or some other modelling software is considered an asset.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and experience within a relevant complex engineering environment.If you have worked within the Supportability field but do not necessarily possess all of the listed skills above, we would still be keen to hear from you. Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers. Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.Company: Ultra Maritime
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Senior ILS Engineer page is loaded Senior ILS Engineerlocations: Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UK: Greenford, Greater London, England, UK: Weymouth, Dorset, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11178# Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. # Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide! Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Working under the mentorship of the Head of Support, you will apply sound engineering judgement to ensure products are developed to be supportable, develop the support solution and acquire the necessary resources for support.The focus of this role is to ensure the supportability of our products by helping shape the design for support and helping develop the support solution architecture.No two days at Ultra are the same, but your responsibilities will include: In coordination with the ILS Project Lead, tailor the scope and scale of ILS activities to meet the User, Customer, and Ultra's requirements. Working collaboratively with designers to improve the reliability, maintainability and usability aspects of Ultra's designs. Providing input to the development of the optimum support solution for each customer, within the context of a wider product and capability roadmap. Completing life cycle cost analyses, level of repair analyses, sparing analyses, failure modes and effects analyses. Eliciting and deriving support requirements and proposing verification methods for requirements. Developing supportability cases and conducting analyses to provide progressive assurance of support solutions. Performing reliability modelling and undertaking maintainability analysis to optimize support arrangements. Assessing the human element of systems, including assessing the potential for human error as a contributor to system failures. Preparing, or providing input to, technical manuals such as troubleshooting guides or operations and maintenance manuals. Assisting with the identification and mitigation of hazards through system hazard analysis. Formulating and implementing the obsolescence strategy for a product line. Supporting the continuous improvement of processes, policies and procedures.A dynamic, professional, engineer or technician with experience within a high technology or regulated industry, you will: Hold a bachelor's degree in engineering, or a technical equivalent, or navy, army or air force equivalent in mechanical or electrical. Have knowledge and experience in Reliability & Maintainability - Reliability Prediction, RBDs, FTAs, FMECAs, MTAs, FRACAS/DRACAS, etc. Have the ability to review work produced by domain specialists across the others: + Integrated Logistics Support - LCC, LORA, sparing, obsolescence, etc. + Operational Analysis & Whole Life Cost Modelling -, Availability Trade-Off Analysis, etc. + Training Development, Design and Delivery. Hold or be cable of achieving Security Clearance (SC) or higher with no caveats. Possess a full driving license. This role is office based with occasional travel across Ultra sites and to customer and supplier locations. Experience using PTC Windchill, Relyence, or some other modelling software is considered an asset.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and experience within a relevant complex engineering environment.If you have worked within the Supportability field but do not necessarily possess all of the listed skills above, we would still be keen to hear from you. Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers. Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.Company: Ultra Maritime
A leading technology company in the UK seeks a Principal Support Engineer to enhance the supportability of products within a dynamic environment. The role involves collaborating with project leads and designers to develop robust support solutions, conducting reliability analyses, and creating support documentation. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and experience in engineering support functions. The position also offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to enhance your skills in a diverse workplace.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
A leading technology company in the UK seeks a Principal Support Engineer to enhance the supportability of products within a dynamic environment. The role involves collaborating with project leads and designers to develop robust support solutions, conducting reliability analyses, and creating support documentation. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and experience in engineering support functions. The position also offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to enhance your skills in a diverse workplace.
A leading defense technology firm is seeking a Senior ILS Engineer in Loudwater, England. This role focuses on ensuring the supportability of products through collaboration with design teams and conducting reliability analyses. You will coordinate Integrated Logistics Support activities and prepare technical manuals. Ideal candidates possess a degree in engineering and knowledge of reliability & maintainability practices. The company promotes flexible working arrangements, including remote and hybrid options.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
A leading defense technology firm is seeking a Senior ILS Engineer in Loudwater, England. This role focuses on ensuring the supportability of products through collaboration with design teams and conducting reliability analyses. You will coordinate Integrated Logistics Support activities and prepare technical manuals. Ideal candidates possess a degree in engineering and knowledge of reliability & maintainability practices. The company promotes flexible working arrangements, including remote and hybrid options.
Test Systems Engineer page is loaded Test Systems Engineerlocations: Greenford, Greater London, England, UK: Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11073# Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. # Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide! Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Design and Development: Develop and design test systems and equipment to ensure product functionality and performance. Create test plans, procedures, and methodologies to verify product specifications.Integration and Testing: Integrate test systems with manufacturing processes. Conduct rigorous testing to validate product quality and compliance with industry standards.Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyse test data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement. Generate detailed reports on test results and present findings to stakeholders.Automation and Programming: Develop and maintain automated test scripts using programming languages such as Python, LabVIEW, or TestStand. Implement automated testing solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.Troubleshooting and Debugging: Diagnose and resolve issues with test systems and equipment. Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all test systems and procedures comply with relevant industry standards and regulations. Maintain comprehensive documentation for test systems, processes, and results.Collaboration and Support: Work closely with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of test systems. Provide technical support and training to manufacturing personnel on using test equipment and procedures.Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices. Stay updated with the latest advancements in test engineering and manufacturing technologies.Project Management: Manage test system development projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation. Coordinate with suppliers and vendors for procurement and maintenance of test equipment.Safety and Reliability: Ensure test systems are safe to operate and perform reliably. Implement safety protocols and conduct regular inspections and maintenance.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and related experience.May be required to maintain security clearance. Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers. Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.Company: Ultra Maritime
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Test Systems Engineer page is loaded Test Systems Engineerlocations: Greenford, Greater London, England, UK: Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11073# Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. # Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide! Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Design and Development: Develop and design test systems and equipment to ensure product functionality and performance. Create test plans, procedures, and methodologies to verify product specifications.Integration and Testing: Integrate test systems with manufacturing processes. Conduct rigorous testing to validate product quality and compliance with industry standards.Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyse test data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement. Generate detailed reports on test results and present findings to stakeholders.Automation and Programming: Develop and maintain automated test scripts using programming languages such as Python, LabVIEW, or TestStand. Implement automated testing solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.Troubleshooting and Debugging: Diagnose and resolve issues with test systems and equipment. Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all test systems and procedures comply with relevant industry standards and regulations. Maintain comprehensive documentation for test systems, processes, and results.Collaboration and Support: Work closely with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of test systems. Provide technical support and training to manufacturing personnel on using test equipment and procedures.Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices. Stay updated with the latest advancements in test engineering and manufacturing technologies.Project Management: Manage test system development projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation. Coordinate with suppliers and vendors for procurement and maintenance of test equipment.Safety and Reliability: Ensure test systems are safe to operate and perform reliably. Implement safety protocols and conduct regular inspections and maintenance.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and related experience.May be required to maintain security clearance. Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers. Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.Company: Ultra Maritime
Principal Support Engineer page is loaded Principal Support Engineerlocations: Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UK: Greenford, Greater London, England, UK: Weymouth, Dorset, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11179Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance# Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. # Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide! Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Working under the mentorship of the Head of Support, you will apply sound engineering judgement to ensure products are developed to be supportable, develop the support solution and acquire the necessary resources for support.The focus of this role is to ensure the supportability of our products by helping shape the design for support and helping develop the support solution architecture.No two days at Ultra are the same, but your responsibilities will include: In coordination with the ILS Project Lead, tailor the scope and scale of ILS activities to meet the User, Customer, and Ultra's requirements. Working collaboratively with designers to improve the reliability, maintainability and usability aspects of Ultra's designs. Providing input to the development of the optimum support solution for each customer, within the context of a wider product and capability roadmap. Completing life cycle cost analyses, level of repair analyses, sparing analyses, failure modes and effects analyses. Eliciting and deriving support requirements and proposing verification methods for requirements. Developing supportability cases and conducting analyses to provide progressive assurance of support solutions. Performing reliability modelling and undertaking maintainability analysis to optimize support arrangements. Assessing the human element of systems, including assessing the potential for human error as a contributor to system failures. Preparing, or providing input to, technical manuals such as troubleshooting guides or operations and maintenance manuals. Assisting with the identification and mitigation of hazards through system hazard analysis. Formulating and implementing the obsolescence strategy for a product line. Supporting the continuous improvement of processes, policies and procedures.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and experience in a range of roles within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance. Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.Company: Ultra Maritime
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Principal Support Engineer page is loaded Principal Support Engineerlocations: Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UK: Greenford, Greater London, England, UK: Weymouth, Dorset, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11179Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance# Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. # Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide! Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Working under the mentorship of the Head of Support, you will apply sound engineering judgement to ensure products are developed to be supportable, develop the support solution and acquire the necessary resources for support.The focus of this role is to ensure the supportability of our products by helping shape the design for support and helping develop the support solution architecture.No two days at Ultra are the same, but your responsibilities will include: In coordination with the ILS Project Lead, tailor the scope and scale of ILS activities to meet the User, Customer, and Ultra's requirements. Working collaboratively with designers to improve the reliability, maintainability and usability aspects of Ultra's designs. Providing input to the development of the optimum support solution for each customer, within the context of a wider product and capability roadmap. Completing life cycle cost analyses, level of repair analyses, sparing analyses, failure modes and effects analyses. Eliciting and deriving support requirements and proposing verification methods for requirements. Developing supportability cases and conducting analyses to provide progressive assurance of support solutions. Performing reliability modelling and undertaking maintainability analysis to optimize support arrangements. Assessing the human element of systems, including assessing the potential for human error as a contributor to system failures. Preparing, or providing input to, technical manuals such as troubleshooting guides or operations and maintenance manuals. Assisting with the identification and mitigation of hazards through system hazard analysis. Formulating and implementing the obsolescence strategy for a product line. Supporting the continuous improvement of processes, policies and procedures.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and experience in a range of roles within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance. Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.Company: Ultra Maritime
Principal Support Engineer page is loaded Principal Support Engineerlocations: Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UK: Greenford, Greater London, England, UK: Weymouth, Dorset, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11179Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance# Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. # Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide! Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Working under the mentorship of the Head of Support, you will apply sound engineering judgement to ensure products are developed to be supportable, develop the support solution and acquire the necessary resources for support.The focus of this role is to ensure the supportability of our products by helping shape the design for support and helping develop the support solution architecture.No two days at Ultra are the same, but your responsibilities will include: In coordination with the ILS Project Lead, tailor the scope and scale of ILS activities to meet the User, Customer, and Ultra's requirements. Working collaboratively with designers to improve the reliability, maintainability and usability aspects of Ultra's designs. Providing input to the development of the optimum support solution for each customer, within the context of a wider product and capability roadmap. Completing life cycle cost analyses, level of repair analyses, sparing analyses, failure modes and effects analyses. Eliciting and deriving support requirements and proposing verification methods for requirements. Developing supportability cases and conducting analyses to provide progressive assurance of support solutions. Performing reliability modelling and undertaking maintainability analysis to optimize support arrangements. Assessing the human element of systems, including assessing the potential for human error as a contributor to system failures. Preparing, or providing input to, technical manuals such as troubleshooting guides or operations and maintenance manuals. Assisting with the identification and mitigation of hazards through system hazard analysis. Formulating and implementing the obsolescence strategy for a product line. Supporting the continuous improvement of processes, policies and procedures.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and experience in a range of roles within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance. Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.Company: Ultra Maritime
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Principal Support Engineer page is loaded Principal Support Engineerlocations: Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UK: Greenford, Greater London, England, UK: Weymouth, Dorset, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11179Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance# Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. # Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide! Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Working under the mentorship of the Head of Support, you will apply sound engineering judgement to ensure products are developed to be supportable, develop the support solution and acquire the necessary resources for support.The focus of this role is to ensure the supportability of our products by helping shape the design for support and helping develop the support solution architecture.No two days at Ultra are the same, but your responsibilities will include: In coordination with the ILS Project Lead, tailor the scope and scale of ILS activities to meet the User, Customer, and Ultra's requirements. Working collaboratively with designers to improve the reliability, maintainability and usability aspects of Ultra's designs. Providing input to the development of the optimum support solution for each customer, within the context of a wider product and capability roadmap. Completing life cycle cost analyses, level of repair analyses, sparing analyses, failure modes and effects analyses. Eliciting and deriving support requirements and proposing verification methods for requirements. Developing supportability cases and conducting analyses to provide progressive assurance of support solutions. Performing reliability modelling and undertaking maintainability analysis to optimize support arrangements. Assessing the human element of systems, including assessing the potential for human error as a contributor to system failures. Preparing, or providing input to, technical manuals such as troubleshooting guides or operations and maintenance manuals. Assisting with the identification and mitigation of hazards through system hazard analysis. Formulating and implementing the obsolescence strategy for a product line. Supporting the continuous improvement of processes, policies and procedures.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and experience in a range of roles within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance. Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.Company: Ultra Maritime
A leading engineering firm in Greenford is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to oversee the manufacturability of designs, support prototype builds, and enhance production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and experience in manufacturing processes. Key responsibilities include creating production plans, conducting root cause analysis, and developing innovative tooling solutions. Embrace flexible working arrangements and various employee benefits, including a 9-day fortnight and a competitive pension scheme.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
A leading engineering firm in Greenford is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to oversee the manufacturability of designs, support prototype builds, and enhance production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and experience in manufacturing processes. Key responsibilities include creating production plans, conducting root cause analysis, and developing innovative tooling solutions. Embrace flexible working arrangements and various employee benefits, including a 9-day fortnight and a competitive pension scheme.
# We are Ultra Precision Control Systems Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.# Flexible Working Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.# Job DescriptionUltra Precision Control Systems (PCS) is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industries. We support our global military and civil customers (key industry primes such as Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon and Gulfstream) by providing innovative electronic, electro-mechanical and pneumatic solutions that meet operational, reliability and environmental needs for safety critical and high integrity applications. We also provide equipment for modern military land vehicles that improve their reliability and performance whilst reducing the burden on their operators and maintainers. Our products are integrated onto market leading platforms such as F-35, Eurofighter Typhoon, Gripen, A400M, Boeing 787, Airbus A350, Gulfstream G650, Ajax and Challenger vehicles to name but a few. The product portfolio at Ultra PCS ranges from blue sky research programmes and new to market products, development, production, through to after-market solutions. Key responsibilities Ensure and maintain effective commercial governance in accordance with policies, procedures and processes Support implementation of commercial objectives and their effective management and achievement Implementation of effective contract management during project lifecycles for the IPT, including customer liaison and customer relationship management on contractual matters Contribute to the commercial aspects of Bids, including the drafting of terms and conditions and clearance through the Bid review process Preparation, review and negotiation of agreements including, but not limited to NDAs/PIAs, MoUs, LTAs, Agency Agreements, PDS, Teaming Agreements, to protect Ultra's commercial and financial interests. Ensure the effective flow of prime terms into contractual arrangements with suppliers Implementation of effective contract management during project lifecycles for the IPT Lead contract negotiations for non-strategic bids and subcontracts. Support strategic bids and contract negotiations Identification and mitigation of commercial and contractual risk throughout the project lifecycle from bid to closure Negotiation and management of any bank issued bonds and guarantees to mitigate risk and ensure timely return from issuing and counter guaranteeing banks Implementation of the appropriate commercial / contractual arrangements for the delivery of the IPT's strategic projects and programmes, ensuring that such arrangements protect Ultra's commercial and financial interests Propose and manage effective arrangements for non-strategic projects and programmes Maintaining the strategically important Contracts Register and delivery of commercial analysis and reports and briefs along with inputs to CSRs and participate in senior level discussions Support implementation and management of key business processes ensuring commercial integrity of activities through the bid review process ensuring that all business development opportunities and bids meet agreed commercial criteria including risk-reward balance Support other commercial team members in the further development of overall commercial awareness across the enterprise Work collaboratively with and support the IPT and other functions. Share ownership of problems and actively support resolution strategies, plans and actions Implement strategic decisions, in conjunction with Engineering, regarding the implementation of IP management policies. Ensure continued protection and management of IP and confidential information Support government contracting price investigations. Provide management level reports detailing outcomes and any action plans Contribute to continuous improvement by supporting achievement of functional OKRs Support development and maintenance of commercial and contracting, procedures and policies and templates and implement them in assigned areas to support improved business effectiveness. Keep up to date with and research new commercial developments in assigned areas and assist in assessing their advantage to the business Knowledge, skills and experience Essential A minimum of 5 years prior commercial experience in an aerospace, defence or a related technology industry, demonstrating all, or substantially all, of the above responsibilities Well organised and confident individual able to take the lead on business issues Previous experience in a customer interface role Can demonstrate the ability to identify key areas in contract terms supplied by other parties that, if accepted, would represent a significant risk to the Company A lateral thinker that demonstrates Commercial awareness, business acumen and an attention to detail whilst meeting challenging deadlines Confidence with numbers Good communicator - oral and written Can demonstrate the ability to effectively liaise with internal and external customers and stakeholders Works effectively in a team Self-motivated and proactively able to manage own work to in order to achieve objectives Use own initiative within the scope of the role Plans work and delivers on time, with agility to re-plan priorities to meet the needs of the business Demonstrates a high level of integrity and inspires trust Ability to identify and develop solutions to problems Demonstrates a "Can do" positive attitude, with a willingness to develop Good application of Microsoft packages and relevant software Embraces and shares Ultra's APSIRE values Desirable Working experience of US Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARS and DFARS) Working experience of US TINA Appreciation of UK and US export control regulations Recognition of contract law Qualifications Degree educated in a Business or related subject is essential Post-graduation Commercial certifications (such as WCC CCM) is desirable Benefits: Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities. Flexible working within core working hours 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays 4 times your annual salary in life assurance Flexible benefits package Pension Scheme - Less than 5 years' service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years' service + up to 7.5% employer contributions. Sports and Social club Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team eventsYou couldn't be joining the team and Ultra at a more exciting time. Therefore if this sounds of interest, please follow the application process# Nationality Requirements Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
# We are Ultra Precision Control Systems Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.# Flexible Working Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.# Job DescriptionUltra Precision Control Systems (PCS) is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industries. We support our global military and civil customers (key industry primes such as Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon and Gulfstream) by providing innovative electronic, electro-mechanical and pneumatic solutions that meet operational, reliability and environmental needs for safety critical and high integrity applications. We also provide equipment for modern military land vehicles that improve their reliability and performance whilst reducing the burden on their operators and maintainers. Our products are integrated onto market leading platforms such as F-35, Eurofighter Typhoon, Gripen, A400M, Boeing 787, Airbus A350, Gulfstream G650, Ajax and Challenger vehicles to name but a few. The product portfolio at Ultra PCS ranges from blue sky research programmes and new to market products, development, production, through to after-market solutions. Key responsibilities Ensure and maintain effective commercial governance in accordance with policies, procedures and processes Support implementation of commercial objectives and their effective management and achievement Implementation of effective contract management during project lifecycles for the IPT, including customer liaison and customer relationship management on contractual matters Contribute to the commercial aspects of Bids, including the drafting of terms and conditions and clearance through the Bid review process Preparation, review and negotiation of agreements including, but not limited to NDAs/PIAs, MoUs, LTAs, Agency Agreements, PDS, Teaming Agreements, to protect Ultra's commercial and financial interests. Ensure the effective flow of prime terms into contractual arrangements with suppliers Implementation of effective contract management during project lifecycles for the IPT Lead contract negotiations for non-strategic bids and subcontracts. Support strategic bids and contract negotiations Identification and mitigation of commercial and contractual risk throughout the project lifecycle from bid to closure Negotiation and management of any bank issued bonds and guarantees to mitigate risk and ensure timely return from issuing and counter guaranteeing banks Implementation of the appropriate commercial / contractual arrangements for the delivery of the IPT's strategic projects and programmes, ensuring that such arrangements protect Ultra's commercial and financial interests Propose and manage effective arrangements for non-strategic projects and programmes Maintaining the strategically important Contracts Register and delivery of commercial analysis and reports and briefs along with inputs to CSRs and participate in senior level discussions Support implementation and management of key business processes ensuring commercial integrity of activities through the bid review process ensuring that all business development opportunities and bids meet agreed commercial criteria including risk-reward balance Support other commercial team members in the further development of overall commercial awareness across the enterprise Work collaboratively with and support the IPT and other functions. Share ownership of problems and actively support resolution strategies, plans and actions Implement strategic decisions, in conjunction with Engineering, regarding the implementation of IP management policies. Ensure continued protection and management of IP and confidential information Support government contracting price investigations. Provide management level reports detailing outcomes and any action plans Contribute to continuous improvement by supporting achievement of functional OKRs Support development and maintenance of commercial and contracting, procedures and policies and templates and implement them in assigned areas to support improved business effectiveness. Keep up to date with and research new commercial developments in assigned areas and assist in assessing their advantage to the business Knowledge, skills and experience Essential A minimum of 5 years prior commercial experience in an aerospace, defence or a related technology industry, demonstrating all, or substantially all, of the above responsibilities Well organised and confident individual able to take the lead on business issues Previous experience in a customer interface role Can demonstrate the ability to identify key areas in contract terms supplied by other parties that, if accepted, would represent a significant risk to the Company A lateral thinker that demonstrates Commercial awareness, business acumen and an attention to detail whilst meeting challenging deadlines Confidence with numbers Good communicator - oral and written Can demonstrate the ability to effectively liaise with internal and external customers and stakeholders Works effectively in a team Self-motivated and proactively able to manage own work to in order to achieve objectives Use own initiative within the scope of the role Plans work and delivers on time, with agility to re-plan priorities to meet the needs of the business Demonstrates a high level of integrity and inspires trust Ability to identify and develop solutions to problems Demonstrates a "Can do" positive attitude, with a willingness to develop Good application of Microsoft packages and relevant software Embraces and shares Ultra's APSIRE values Desirable Working experience of US Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARS and DFARS) Working experience of US TINA Appreciation of UK and US export control regulations Recognition of contract law Qualifications Degree educated in a Business or related subject is essential Post-graduation Commercial certifications (such as WCC CCM) is desirable Benefits: Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities. Flexible working within core working hours 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays 4 times your annual salary in life assurance Flexible benefits package Pension Scheme - Less than 5 years' service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years' service + up to 7.5% employer contributions. Sports and Social club Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team eventsYou couldn't be joining the team and Ultra at a more exciting time. Therefore if this sounds of interest, please follow the application process# Nationality Requirements Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake
Ultra Electronics Group
Flackwell Heath, Buckinghamshire
Principal Support Engineer page is loaded Principal Support Engineerlocations: Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UK: Greenford, Greater London, England, UK: Weymouth, Dorset, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11179Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance# Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. # Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide! Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Working under the mentorship of the Head of Support, you will apply sound engineering judgement to ensure products are developed to be supportable, develop the support solution and acquire the necessary resources for support.The focus of this role is to ensure the supportability of our products by helping shape the design for support and helping develop the support solution architecture.No two days at Ultra are the same, but your responsibilities will include: In coordination with the ILS Project Lead, tailor the scope and scale of ILS activities to meet the User, Customer, and Ultra's requirements. Working collaboratively with designers to improve the reliability, maintainability and usability aspects of Ultra's designs. Providing input to the development of the optimum support solution for each customer, within the context of a wider product and capability roadmap. Completing life cycle cost analyses, level of repair analyses, sparing analyses, failure modes and effects analyses. Eliciting and deriving support requirements and proposing verification methods for requirements. Developing supportability cases and conducting analyses to provide progressive assurance of support solutions. Performing reliability modelling and undertaking maintainability analysis to optimize support arrangements. Assessing the human element of systems, including assessing the potential for human error as a contributor to system failures. Preparing, or providing input to, technical manuals such as troubleshooting guides or operations and maintenance manuals. Assisting with the identification and mitigation of hazards through system hazard analysis. Formulating and implementing the obsolescence strategy for a product line. Supporting the continuous improvement of processes, policies and procedures.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and experience in a range of roles within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance. Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.Company: Ultra Maritime
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Principal Support Engineer page is loaded Principal Support Engineerlocations: Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UK: Greenford, Greater London, England, UK: Weymouth, Dorset, England, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11179Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance# Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies. # Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide! Flexible Working At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all - we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which tie in with our Values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people. Job Description Working under the mentorship of the Head of Support, you will apply sound engineering judgement to ensure products are developed to be supportable, develop the support solution and acquire the necessary resources for support.The focus of this role is to ensure the supportability of our products by helping shape the design for support and helping develop the support solution architecture.No two days at Ultra are the same, but your responsibilities will include: In coordination with the ILS Project Lead, tailor the scope and scale of ILS activities to meet the User, Customer, and Ultra's requirements. Working collaboratively with designers to improve the reliability, maintainability and usability aspects of Ultra's designs. Providing input to the development of the optimum support solution for each customer, within the context of a wider product and capability roadmap. Completing life cycle cost analyses, level of repair analyses, sparing analyses, failure modes and effects analyses. Eliciting and deriving support requirements and proposing verification methods for requirements. Developing supportability cases and conducting analyses to provide progressive assurance of support solutions. Performing reliability modelling and undertaking maintainability analysis to optimize support arrangements. Assessing the human element of systems, including assessing the potential for human error as a contributor to system failures. Preparing, or providing input to, technical manuals such as troubleshooting guides or operations and maintenance manuals. Assisting with the identification and mitigation of hazards through system hazard analysis. Formulating and implementing the obsolescence strategy for a product line. Supporting the continuous improvement of processes, policies and procedures.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and experience in a range of roles within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance. Relocation Support Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that's why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines. Nationality Requirements Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.Please note, the successful candidate must obtain full Government Security Clearance before starting employment with Ultra Maritime. Candidates may hold an active Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain a full UK Government Security Clearance Diverse & Inclusive Employer Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.Company: Ultra Maritime