Job Description: As the Cyber and Security Division continues to grow and evolve, we are expanding our Solution Architect team and seeking motivated Junior Solution Architects to join us. In this role, you will take a holistic, "bird's-eye" view of complex challenges-ensuring that all systems, components, and stakeholders work seamlessly together to meet both functional and non-functional requirements. Working under the guidance of experienced Solution Architects, you will be accountable for designing integrated solutions that fit together perfectly, minimising confusion, and fostering a culture of peer review and collaboration. You will quickly immerse yourself in Leonardo's culture and the unique requirements of our key customers, including government and UK MOD environments. Your architecture skills will be applied to new systems integration projects as well as enhancements to existing systems. Success in this role requires strong teamwork and communication skills, balanced with the confidence and discipline to take individual responsibility and deliver results independently. Work locations will vary depending on project needs. Your Impact: You will collaborate within a diverse, skilled Solution Architecture community and Integrated Project Team (IPT), providing technical leadership and oversight across all technical aspects of the team, including: Interpreting customers' business objectives, concerns, statements of work, and target markets to define clear requirements and success criteria for solutions. You will break down EPICs into stories and facilitate the Agile approach to deliver effective solutions. Assessing current and desired states of systems and environments with an open and inclusive mindset, considering diverse stakeholder needs. Understanding contextual factors, constraints, and perspectives from a variety of stakeholders-including business, users, and operations-to define comprehensive use cases. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of IT, security, emerging technologies, supplier offerings, and internal capabilities to construct innovative and accessible solutions. Applying broad technical expertise and creative problem-solving to define, evaluate alternatives, and communicate solution architectures that meet functional and non-functional requirements while integrating effectively within their environments. Supporting project, programme, and service managers in developing and delivering transformation and operational plans that implement solution architectures and services, while proactively identifying and mitigating risks. Translating solutions into high-level designs for engineering teams to implement, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing. Providing technical oversight, guidance, and problem-solving support to operational and delivery teams to maintain high-quality outcomes and resolve challenges related to implementation, integration, and maintenance. Responsibilities include maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge by: Staying informed on evolving technologies to support effective technology and solution selection. Keeping current with available qualifications and certifications related to technologies used across all systems. Staying abreast of relevant industry standards, policies, methodologies, and frameworks. Understanding and applying customer-preferred or mandated standards, policies, methodologies, and frameworks. Balancing design principles and characteristics drawn from client needs and internal best practices, tailored to the requirements of specific contracts. What you'll bring: The role requires the candidate to be a sole UK National with SC clearance and who is willing to gain higher clearance levels Systems infrastructure engineering and architecture design including network solutions, storage solutions, virtualisation solutions, client/server solutions, Windows and Red Hat operating systems, and high availability solutions. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server and Group Policy; Security Enforcing technologies and secure gateway solutions providing interconnectivity to external 'untrusted' networks. Knowledge of ITIL based Service Management technology and processes Requirements analysis and solution design experience. Experience of the complete systems development lifecycle from requirements/design through to operation/maintenance including transition, migration and disposal. Excellent documentation skills including initial development/production. Additional Information This is an office-based role using a variety of equipment, including display screen equipment and working full time hours, which can often be in a demanding environment. Travel will be required in mainland UK. The position will require travel to Leonardo Office or Customer locations as required. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description: As the Cyber and Security Division continues to grow and evolve, we are expanding our Solution Architect team and seeking motivated Junior Solution Architects to join us. In this role, you will take a holistic, "bird's-eye" view of complex challenges-ensuring that all systems, components, and stakeholders work seamlessly together to meet both functional and non-functional requirements. Working under the guidance of experienced Solution Architects, you will be accountable for designing integrated solutions that fit together perfectly, minimising confusion, and fostering a culture of peer review and collaboration. You will quickly immerse yourself in Leonardo's culture and the unique requirements of our key customers, including government and UK MOD environments. Your architecture skills will be applied to new systems integration projects as well as enhancements to existing systems. Success in this role requires strong teamwork and communication skills, balanced with the confidence and discipline to take individual responsibility and deliver results independently. Work locations will vary depending on project needs. Your Impact: You will collaborate within a diverse, skilled Solution Architecture community and Integrated Project Team (IPT), providing technical leadership and oversight across all technical aspects of the team, including: Interpreting customers' business objectives, concerns, statements of work, and target markets to define clear requirements and success criteria for solutions. You will break down EPICs into stories and facilitate the Agile approach to deliver effective solutions. Assessing current and desired states of systems and environments with an open and inclusive mindset, considering diverse stakeholder needs. Understanding contextual factors, constraints, and perspectives from a variety of stakeholders-including business, users, and operations-to define comprehensive use cases. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of IT, security, emerging technologies, supplier offerings, and internal capabilities to construct innovative and accessible solutions. Applying broad technical expertise and creative problem-solving to define, evaluate alternatives, and communicate solution architectures that meet functional and non-functional requirements while integrating effectively within their environments. Supporting project, programme, and service managers in developing and delivering transformation and operational plans that implement solution architectures and services, while proactively identifying and mitigating risks. Translating solutions into high-level designs for engineering teams to implement, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing. Providing technical oversight, guidance, and problem-solving support to operational and delivery teams to maintain high-quality outcomes and resolve challenges related to implementation, integration, and maintenance. Responsibilities include maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge by: Staying informed on evolving technologies to support effective technology and solution selection. Keeping current with available qualifications and certifications related to technologies used across all systems. Staying abreast of relevant industry standards, policies, methodologies, and frameworks. Understanding and applying customer-preferred or mandated standards, policies, methodologies, and frameworks. Balancing design principles and characteristics drawn from client needs and internal best practices, tailored to the requirements of specific contracts. What you'll bring: The role requires the candidate to be a sole UK National with SC clearance and who is willing to gain higher clearance levels Systems infrastructure engineering and architecture design including network solutions, storage solutions, virtualisation solutions, client/server solutions, Windows and Red Hat operating systems, and high availability solutions. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server and Group Policy; Security Enforcing technologies and secure gateway solutions providing interconnectivity to external 'untrusted' networks. Knowledge of ITIL based Service Management technology and processes Requirements analysis and solution design experience. Experience of the complete systems development lifecycle from requirements/design through to operation/maintenance including transition, migration and disposal. Excellent documentation skills including initial development/production. Additional Information This is an office-based role using a variety of equipment, including display screen equipment and working full time hours, which can often be in a demanding environment. Travel will be required in mainland UK. The position will require travel to Leonardo Office or Customer locations as required. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: Job Description Leonardo UK is seeking a proven, experienced Principal Consultant to join the Cyber & Security Solutions Division team. This role is focused on supporting the delivery of security aspects to the company's core products and to external stakeholders. This requires co-ordination with engineering teams and delivery of all facets of cyber and information security related to the delivery across the engineering lifecycle - from requirements all the way through to in-service support and maintenance. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of significant programmes, during which you will ensure that products meet the highest standards, in accordance with customer's requirements and risk appetite. You will be supported in this role as part of a larger team of consultants, engineers and product domain specialists. Your work at Leonardo UK will see you take the lead in solving customer problems in an agile, innovative and team-centric manner. The role may involve a blended hybrid working model, with a mixture of working from home and working on site at one of our Leonardo offices to ensure close collaboration with the wider team and with our customers. Talk to us to find out more. Key Responsibility Areas Leading a team or operating independently to meet all aspects of the cyber and information security delivery across an engineering lifecycle. Interpreting customer requirements into actionable security management plans, statements of work, and activities to be delivered across the lifecycle. Become the lead security subject matter expert for the product being delivered. Oversight and delivery of associated statements of work and artefacts to time, cost and quality constraints. Identification, management and escalation of technical and delivery risks and issues. Management of the customer relationships for the cyber and information security workstream, both internal and external. Line management and mentoring of consultants within your team as required. Skills, Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience Required In addition to a passion for cyber and information security, you really must have: Skills Ability to work independently without supervision and be able make sound decisions based on information available. Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels. Both internally and with customers, Core consulting skills - building client relations; adaptability to changing schedules; reliability and quality of task delivery; flexibility in working hours and locations; team player. A degree and/or MSc. in an engineering discipline and/or cyber security discipline, OR equivalent recognised professional cyber security certification. Knowledge and Demonstratable Experience 5+ Years delivery experience in a Cyber/Engineering Role. Leading delivery of MOD accreditation and secure by design processes (ISN2023/09), associated policies and practices across the lifecycle. Experience in the application of standards including NIST Special Publications (e.g. SP 800-30, 37 & 53). Application of Defence standards including Defstan 05-138 & Defstan 05-139. Experience managing risks and services in accordance with customer, regulatory and legislative expectations. Working outside of traditional enterprise IT scenarios extending to proprietary and open-source software, firmware and electronic hardware. Developing, evaluating and analysing design constraints, and detailed system and security designs as they pertain to the cyber domain. Decomposing cyber and security requirements down to the system control level. Conducting cyber and information security risk assessment activities including threat modelling, vulnerability analysis and analysis of mitigations. Scoping and managing security verification & validation activities and remedial action plans. Coordinating with product engineers, system architects, and developers to provide oversight and guidance in the development of robust solutions, including advising on suitable product or platform lockdown and configurations. It would be nice if you had: Excellent understanding of the engineering lifecycle and key gate review activities. Knowledge of current Cryptographic technologies,Key ManagementSystems & practicalCOMSECimplementations in line with MOD / NCSC standards. Knowledge or experience of Cyber Security & Airworthiness (RCTA-DO-326A/B, 355A & 356A). Security Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers) Lifestyle:Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. The Leonardo Cyber & Security Division (CSD) is one of the three divisions in Leonardo UK. CSD is a pivotal innovator, helping customers deliver and secure their digital transformation. CSD is at the forefront of supplying technology and services for both civil and defence markets, in the UK and around the world, to enhance the capabilities of its customers. This role is within our Cyber Consulting Practice, which is part of CSD. Leonardo's Cyber Consulting practice works across a diverse array of sectors including Defence, Telecommunications, Energy and Finance to help secure national infrastructure and commerce in the UK and beyond. Our Practice is certified by the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in the provision of advice and guidance to our customers. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Newcastle Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Aug 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Job Description Leonardo UK is seeking a proven, experienced Principal Consultant to join the Cyber & Security Solutions Division team. This role is focused on supporting the delivery of security aspects to the company's core products and to external stakeholders. This requires co-ordination with engineering teams and delivery of all facets of cyber and information security related to the delivery across the engineering lifecycle - from requirements all the way through to in-service support and maintenance. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of significant programmes, during which you will ensure that products meet the highest standards, in accordance with customer's requirements and risk appetite. You will be supported in this role as part of a larger team of consultants, engineers and product domain specialists. Your work at Leonardo UK will see you take the lead in solving customer problems in an agile, innovative and team-centric manner. The role may involve a blended hybrid working model, with a mixture of working from home and working on site at one of our Leonardo offices to ensure close collaboration with the wider team and with our customers. Talk to us to find out more. Key Responsibility Areas Leading a team or operating independently to meet all aspects of the cyber and information security delivery across an engineering lifecycle. Interpreting customer requirements into actionable security management plans, statements of work, and activities to be delivered across the lifecycle. Become the lead security subject matter expert for the product being delivered. Oversight and delivery of associated statements of work and artefacts to time, cost and quality constraints. Identification, management and escalation of technical and delivery risks and issues. Management of the customer relationships for the cyber and information security workstream, both internal and external. Line management and mentoring of consultants within your team as required. Skills, Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience Required In addition to a passion for cyber and information security, you really must have: Skills Ability to work independently without supervision and be able make sound decisions based on information available. Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels. Both internally and with customers, Core consulting skills - building client relations; adaptability to changing schedules; reliability and quality of task delivery; flexibility in working hours and locations; team player. A degree and/or MSc. in an engineering discipline and/or cyber security discipline, OR equivalent recognised professional cyber security certification. Knowledge and Demonstratable Experience 5+ Years delivery experience in a Cyber/Engineering Role. Leading delivery of MOD accreditation and secure by design processes (ISN2023/09), associated policies and practices across the lifecycle. Experience in the application of standards including NIST Special Publications (e.g. SP 800-30, 37 & 53). Application of Defence standards including Defstan 05-138 & Defstan 05-139. Experience managing risks and services in accordance with customer, regulatory and legislative expectations. Working outside of traditional enterprise IT scenarios extending to proprietary and open-source software, firmware and electronic hardware. Developing, evaluating and analysing design constraints, and detailed system and security designs as they pertain to the cyber domain. Decomposing cyber and security requirements down to the system control level. Conducting cyber and information security risk assessment activities including threat modelling, vulnerability analysis and analysis of mitigations. Scoping and managing security verification & validation activities and remedial action plans. Coordinating with product engineers, system architects, and developers to provide oversight and guidance in the development of robust solutions, including advising on suitable product or platform lockdown and configurations. It would be nice if you had: Excellent understanding of the engineering lifecycle and key gate review activities. Knowledge of current Cryptographic technologies,Key ManagementSystems & practicalCOMSECimplementations in line with MOD / NCSC standards. Knowledge or experience of Cyber Security & Airworthiness (RCTA-DO-326A/B, 355A & 356A). Security Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers) Lifestyle:Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. The Leonardo Cyber & Security Division (CSD) is one of the three divisions in Leonardo UK. CSD is a pivotal innovator, helping customers deliver and secure their digital transformation. CSD is at the forefront of supplying technology and services for both civil and defence markets, in the UK and around the world, to enhance the capabilities of its customers. This role is within our Cyber Consulting Practice, which is part of CSD. Leonardo's Cyber Consulting practice works across a diverse array of sectors including Defence, Telecommunications, Energy and Finance to help secure national infrastructure and commerce in the UK and beyond. Our Practice is certified by the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in the provision of advice and guidance to our customers. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Newcastle Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: Leonardo is looking for a 3rd Line Wintel Infrastructure Engineer to join our collaborative and skilled team supporting a critical MOD site. This is an exciting opportunity to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Windows-based enterprise infrastructures. You'll play a central role in the design, deployment, and support of high-security systems that underpin key defence and aerospace operations. Your Impact Take ownership of complex technical issues through to resolution, collaborating with users and other IT teams. Provide expert-level troubleshooting for incidents escalated from 1st and 2nd line support, ensuring consistent and minimal disruption to services. Deploy and integrate secure Windows Server environments (Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP) using industry best practices. Implement and maintain infrastructure security measures such as patching, access controls, and hardening to align with compliance and internal governance. Use monitoring tools to proactively optimize system performance and ensure high availability. Create and maintain detailed technical documentation and contribute to internal knowledge sharing and mentoring. Participate in IT projects, ensuring infrastructure design meets both technical and business objectives. Collaborate closely with network, security, and application teams to deliver reliable, secure IT services. What you'll bring: Proficiency in Ivanti Application & Device Control or similar lockdown tools. Experience working with high-security MOD systems and secure design principles. Familiarity with security and compliance documentation (e.g. RMADS, SyOPs, NIST frameworks). Core Technologies Microsoft: Windows Server 2019/2022/2025 Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP Exchange Server 2019, SQL Server, SharePoint 2019 VMware: VMware Cloud Foundation vSphere, ESXi, NSXT, and vSAN Endpoint & Configuration: Windows 10 & 11 Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) Monitoring & Observability: Microsoft System Centre Operations Manager (SCOM) PKI Technologies: Microsoft Certificate Services, Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), and lifecycle key management Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: . Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - London - Whitehall Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Onsite
Aug 15, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Leonardo is looking for a 3rd Line Wintel Infrastructure Engineer to join our collaborative and skilled team supporting a critical MOD site. This is an exciting opportunity to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Windows-based enterprise infrastructures. You'll play a central role in the design, deployment, and support of high-security systems that underpin key defence and aerospace operations. Your Impact Take ownership of complex technical issues through to resolution, collaborating with users and other IT teams. Provide expert-level troubleshooting for incidents escalated from 1st and 2nd line support, ensuring consistent and minimal disruption to services. Deploy and integrate secure Windows Server environments (Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP) using industry best practices. Implement and maintain infrastructure security measures such as patching, access controls, and hardening to align with compliance and internal governance. Use monitoring tools to proactively optimize system performance and ensure high availability. Create and maintain detailed technical documentation and contribute to internal knowledge sharing and mentoring. Participate in IT projects, ensuring infrastructure design meets both technical and business objectives. Collaborate closely with network, security, and application teams to deliver reliable, secure IT services. What you'll bring: Proficiency in Ivanti Application & Device Control or similar lockdown tools. Experience working with high-security MOD systems and secure design principles. Familiarity with security and compliance documentation (e.g. RMADS, SyOPs, NIST frameworks). Core Technologies Microsoft: Windows Server 2019/2022/2025 Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP Exchange Server 2019, SQL Server, SharePoint 2019 VMware: VMware Cloud Foundation vSphere, ESXi, NSXT, and vSAN Endpoint & Configuration: Windows 10 & 11 Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) Monitoring & Observability: Microsoft System Centre Operations Manager (SCOM) PKI Technologies: Microsoft Certificate Services, Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), and lifecycle key management Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: . Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - London - Whitehall Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Onsite
Job Description: The opportunity: Leonardo UK is seeking a proven and experienced Principal Consultant to join the Cyber & Security Solutions Division team. This role is focused on the delivery of one of the company's core products to an existing customer. This role will lead a team that will oversee, co-ordinate and deliver all facets of cyber and information security related to the delivery across an engineering lifecycle - from requirements all the way through to in-service support and maintenance. This is an exciting opportunity at the very beginning of a significant programme, during which you will ensure that the product and associated deliverables are as secure as reasonably practicable, and in accordance with customer's requirements and risk appetite. You will be supported in this role as part of a larger consulting team, engineers and product domain specialists. Your work at Leonardo UK will see you take the lead in solving customer problems in an agile, innovative and team-centric manner. The role may involve a blended hybrid working model, with a mixture of working from home and working on site at one of our Leonardo offices and closely with our customers. Talk to us to find out more. What you'll do as a Principal Security Consultant: Leading a team to meet all aspects of the cyber and information security delivery across an engineering lifecycle. Interpreting customer requirements into actionable security management plans, statements of work, and activities to be delivered across the lifecycle. Become the lead security subject matter expert for the product being delivered. Oversight and delivery associated statements of work and artefacts to time, cost and quality constraints. Identification, management and escalation of technical and delivery risks and issues. Management of the customer relationships for the cyber and information security workstream, both internal and external. Line management and mentoring of consultants within your team as required. What we need from you: In addition to a passion for cyber and information security, ideally you need to have: Skills: Ability to work independently without supervision and be able make sound decisions based on the facts available at the time. Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels. Both internally and with customers. Core consulting skills - building client relations; adaptability to changing schedules; reliability and quality of task delivery; flexibility in working hours and locations; team player. Managing risks and services in accordance with customer, regulatory and legislative expectations. Qualifications: A degree and/or master's degree in cyber security and/or a systems or software engineering discipline - or relevant comparable experience. At least two recognised professional cyber security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CASP/SecurityX and/or Chartership or comparable in a security related discipline (ChCSP). Knowledge and Demonstrable Experience: Of MOD accreditation and secure by design processes (ISN2023/09), and associated policies and practices across the lifecycle. In the application of standards including NIST Special Publications (e.g. SP 800-30, 37 & 53), and/or RTCA-DO-326A/B, 355A & 356A. In the application of Defence security standards, such as Defstan 05-138 & Defstan 05-139. That extends outside of traditional enterprise IT scenarios extending to proprietary and open-source software, firmware and electronic hardware. Developing, evaluating and analysing design constraints, and detailed system and security designs as they pertain to the cyber domain. Decomposing cyber and security requirements down to the system control level. Conducting cyber and information security risk assessment activities including threat modelling, vulnerability analysis and analysis of mitigations, including technical understanding. Scoping and managing security verification and validation activities and remedial action plans. Coordinating with product engineers, system architects, and developers to provide oversight and guidance in the development of robust solutions, including advising on suitable product or platform lockdown and configurations. It would be nice if you had: Excellent understanding of the engineering lifecycle and key gate review activities. Knowledge of current Crypto technologies,Key ManagementSystems & practicalCOMSECimplementations and MOD / NCSC standards. Knowledge or experience of ARP4754A/ARP4761 and its interrelationship with security. Security Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers) Lifestyle: Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. The Leonardo Cyber & Security Division (CSD) is one of the three divisions in Leonardo UK. CSD is a pivotal innovator, helping customers deliver and secure their digital transformation. CSD is at the forefront of supplying technology and services for both civil and defence markets, in the UK and around the world, to enhance the capabilities of its Customers. This role is within our Cyber Consulting Practice, which is part of CSD. Leonardo's Cyber Consulting practice works across a diverse array of sectors including Defence, Telecommunications, Energy and Finance to help secure national infrastructure and commerce in the UK and beyond. Our Practice is certified by the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in the provision of advice and guidance to our customers. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Aug 15, 2025
Full time
Job Description: The opportunity: Leonardo UK is seeking a proven and experienced Principal Consultant to join the Cyber & Security Solutions Division team. This role is focused on the delivery of one of the company's core products to an existing customer. This role will lead a team that will oversee, co-ordinate and deliver all facets of cyber and information security related to the delivery across an engineering lifecycle - from requirements all the way through to in-service support and maintenance. This is an exciting opportunity at the very beginning of a significant programme, during which you will ensure that the product and associated deliverables are as secure as reasonably practicable, and in accordance with customer's requirements and risk appetite. You will be supported in this role as part of a larger consulting team, engineers and product domain specialists. Your work at Leonardo UK will see you take the lead in solving customer problems in an agile, innovative and team-centric manner. The role may involve a blended hybrid working model, with a mixture of working from home and working on site at one of our Leonardo offices and closely with our customers. Talk to us to find out more. What you'll do as a Principal Security Consultant: Leading a team to meet all aspects of the cyber and information security delivery across an engineering lifecycle. Interpreting customer requirements into actionable security management plans, statements of work, and activities to be delivered across the lifecycle. Become the lead security subject matter expert for the product being delivered. Oversight and delivery associated statements of work and artefacts to time, cost and quality constraints. Identification, management and escalation of technical and delivery risks and issues. Management of the customer relationships for the cyber and information security workstream, both internal and external. Line management and mentoring of consultants within your team as required. What we need from you: In addition to a passion for cyber and information security, ideally you need to have: Skills: Ability to work independently without supervision and be able make sound decisions based on the facts available at the time. Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels. Both internally and with customers. Core consulting skills - building client relations; adaptability to changing schedules; reliability and quality of task delivery; flexibility in working hours and locations; team player. Managing risks and services in accordance with customer, regulatory and legislative expectations. Qualifications: A degree and/or master's degree in cyber security and/or a systems or software engineering discipline - or relevant comparable experience. At least two recognised professional cyber security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CASP/SecurityX and/or Chartership or comparable in a security related discipline (ChCSP). Knowledge and Demonstrable Experience: Of MOD accreditation and secure by design processes (ISN2023/09), and associated policies and practices across the lifecycle. In the application of standards including NIST Special Publications (e.g. SP 800-30, 37 & 53), and/or RTCA-DO-326A/B, 355A & 356A. In the application of Defence security standards, such as Defstan 05-138 & Defstan 05-139. That extends outside of traditional enterprise IT scenarios extending to proprietary and open-source software, firmware and electronic hardware. Developing, evaluating and analysing design constraints, and detailed system and security designs as they pertain to the cyber domain. Decomposing cyber and security requirements down to the system control level. Conducting cyber and information security risk assessment activities including threat modelling, vulnerability analysis and analysis of mitigations, including technical understanding. Scoping and managing security verification and validation activities and remedial action plans. Coordinating with product engineers, system architects, and developers to provide oversight and guidance in the development of robust solutions, including advising on suitable product or platform lockdown and configurations. It would be nice if you had: Excellent understanding of the engineering lifecycle and key gate review activities. Knowledge of current Crypto technologies,Key ManagementSystems & practicalCOMSECimplementations and MOD / NCSC standards. Knowledge or experience of ARP4754A/ARP4761 and its interrelationship with security. Security Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers) Lifestyle: Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. The Leonardo Cyber & Security Division (CSD) is one of the three divisions in Leonardo UK. CSD is a pivotal innovator, helping customers deliver and secure their digital transformation. CSD is at the forefront of supplying technology and services for both civil and defence markets, in the UK and around the world, to enhance the capabilities of its Customers. This role is within our Cyber Consulting Practice, which is part of CSD. Leonardo's Cyber Consulting practice works across a diverse array of sectors including Defence, Telecommunications, Energy and Finance to help secure national infrastructure and commerce in the UK and beyond. Our Practice is certified by the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in the provision of advice and guidance to our customers. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: We are seeking a Quality Manager - Site Quality Lead to drive excellence in quality assurance at Leonardo. In this key leadership role, you will ensure that all quality processes, procedures, and systems comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. You will be responsible for overseeing quality assurance teams, conducting audits, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency. Your expertise will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards throughout the manufacturing, testing, and delivery processes, ensuring that our products and services not only meet but exceed quality expectations. If you are a results-driven quality professional with a passion for innovation and compliance, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team committed to excellence. Your Impact Champion a Quality-Driven Culture: Lead the development and promotion of a strong quality culture within your line of business, aligning with the overall Quality Strategy to drive excellence. Strengthen Quality Processes: Establish and maintain robust quality-process links with both internal and external customers, ensuring full compliance with the Business Management System while embedding best practices across the organisation. Drive Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with key stakeholders to proactively identify and resolve quality challenges, implement improvement initiatives, and enhance overall operational efficiency. Implement Advanced Quality Techniques: Develop, promote, and support the application of advanced quality methodologies based on risk management, with a strong focus on problem prevention rather than reaction. Innovate and Evolve Quality Practices: Continuously evaluate and refine quality processes, incorporating customer value co-creation, digitalisation, emerging technologies, waste reduction, and sustainability into everyday operations. Lead and Develop the Quality Team: Organise, coach, and mentor a team of Quality Engineers, ensuring they are equipped to integrate quality principles throughout the project/product lifecycle and provide assurance expertise across various projects and programs. Oversee Assurance and Compliance Activities: Support and manage key quality assurance functions, including: Development and execution of Project Assurance Plans (PAP) Non-conformance management (MRB, complaint resolution) Root cause analysis and risk management Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives Cost-of-quality and cost-of-non-quality reduction programs Internal and external audits Monitor and Report Performance: Define and maintain a set of key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement. Represent Quality at Senior Levels: Act as the key Quality representative in Sector, Programme, and Integrated Project Team (IPT) meetings, providing strategic input and ensuring quality considerations are prioritised. Support Risk Management and Opportunity Realization: Develop and implement programme-specific assessment plans that help Programme Managers mitigate risks and maximise opportunities. Manage Budget and Resource Allocation: Oversee the functional cost centre finances and forward planning to ensure the appropriate level of quality support is available for all projects. What you'll bring: Industry Expertise: Proven experience in a similar role within electronics, avionics, automotive, defence, space, or other advanced manufacturing industries. Advanced Quality Tools: Strong knowledge of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Control Plans, and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), with expertise in lifecycle management. Root Cause & Corrective Action Expertise: Proficient in 8D, DMAIC, and other problem-solving methodologies to drive continuous improvement and prevent recurring issues. Quality Standards & Compliance: In-depth understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards, with experience in applying them to maintain and enhance quality systems. Audit & Supply Chain Quality: Experience in conducting quality audits to AS9100, ISO 9001, and DAOS standards, with supply chain auditing experience considered a plus. Strategic & Solution-Oriented Thinking: Ability to take a proactive, problem-solving approach to quality challenges, driving long-term solutions and continuous improvement. Project & Organisational Skills: Strong organisational abilities with experience in developing, managing, and executing project plans to meet business and quality objectives. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: . Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Southampton Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Onsite
Aug 14, 2025
Full time
Job Description: We are seeking a Quality Manager - Site Quality Lead to drive excellence in quality assurance at Leonardo. In this key leadership role, you will ensure that all quality processes, procedures, and systems comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. You will be responsible for overseeing quality assurance teams, conducting audits, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency. Your expertise will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards throughout the manufacturing, testing, and delivery processes, ensuring that our products and services not only meet but exceed quality expectations. If you are a results-driven quality professional with a passion for innovation and compliance, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team committed to excellence. Your Impact Champion a Quality-Driven Culture: Lead the development and promotion of a strong quality culture within your line of business, aligning with the overall Quality Strategy to drive excellence. Strengthen Quality Processes: Establish and maintain robust quality-process links with both internal and external customers, ensuring full compliance with the Business Management System while embedding best practices across the organisation. Drive Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with key stakeholders to proactively identify and resolve quality challenges, implement improvement initiatives, and enhance overall operational efficiency. Implement Advanced Quality Techniques: Develop, promote, and support the application of advanced quality methodologies based on risk management, with a strong focus on problem prevention rather than reaction. Innovate and Evolve Quality Practices: Continuously evaluate and refine quality processes, incorporating customer value co-creation, digitalisation, emerging technologies, waste reduction, and sustainability into everyday operations. Lead and Develop the Quality Team: Organise, coach, and mentor a team of Quality Engineers, ensuring they are equipped to integrate quality principles throughout the project/product lifecycle and provide assurance expertise across various projects and programs. Oversee Assurance and Compliance Activities: Support and manage key quality assurance functions, including: Development and execution of Project Assurance Plans (PAP) Non-conformance management (MRB, complaint resolution) Root cause analysis and risk management Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives Cost-of-quality and cost-of-non-quality reduction programs Internal and external audits Monitor and Report Performance: Define and maintain a set of key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement. Represent Quality at Senior Levels: Act as the key Quality representative in Sector, Programme, and Integrated Project Team (IPT) meetings, providing strategic input and ensuring quality considerations are prioritised. Support Risk Management and Opportunity Realization: Develop and implement programme-specific assessment plans that help Programme Managers mitigate risks and maximise opportunities. Manage Budget and Resource Allocation: Oversee the functional cost centre finances and forward planning to ensure the appropriate level of quality support is available for all projects. What you'll bring: Industry Expertise: Proven experience in a similar role within electronics, avionics, automotive, defence, space, or other advanced manufacturing industries. Advanced Quality Tools: Strong knowledge of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Control Plans, and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), with expertise in lifecycle management. Root Cause & Corrective Action Expertise: Proficient in 8D, DMAIC, and other problem-solving methodologies to drive continuous improvement and prevent recurring issues. Quality Standards & Compliance: In-depth understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards, with experience in applying them to maintain and enhance quality systems. Audit & Supply Chain Quality: Experience in conducting quality audits to AS9100, ISO 9001, and DAOS standards, with supply chain auditing experience considered a plus. Strategic & Solution-Oriented Thinking: Ability to take a proactive, problem-solving approach to quality challenges, driving long-term solutions and continuous improvement. Project & Organisational Skills: Strong organisational abilities with experience in developing, managing, and executing project plans to meet business and quality objectives. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: . Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Southampton Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Onsite
Job Description: Your impact Are you enthusiastic and technically curious around thermal imaging, radar and automated protection systems - and how the combined use of AI can support users? Do you want to be part of the engineering team behind the Falcon Shield and MIPS (Modular Integrated Protection System) ? Our team in Mission Systems are currently recruiting for a highly motivated Chief Engineer - System Design Authority (SDA) to join them.You will be a domain expert who engages across engineering functions, specialists and customers to define the technical solution.Overseeing bid activity for key strategic campaigns, you would be a key stakeholder in achieving our business growth and development. Please note this role is hybrid based working from our Basildon site. Your primary duties are: Be the System Design Authority and Company Technical Signatory (as delegated from the Integrated Sensing Protection (ISP) Chief Engineer Design Integrity) for a group of products within the Mission Systems Business Area. Ensure that all products are developed through suitable engineering processes; meet the requirements for their intended environment, are compliant with legal requirements, are safe, and manufactural to cost. Responsible for engineering quality through guidance, monitoring and consideration of corrective action. Drive and monitor the engineering governance process throughout the complete product lifecycle. What you'll bring: Extensive Experience with Electro-Optic Imaging and Sensing systems, including complex network and software solutions. Experience of designing for, and complying with, recognised Environmental, EMC and Power standards for Military environments and platforms. Extensive Experience working with platform integrators and product suppliers. An understanding of the interaction of design, manufacturing, supply chain and support capabilities is essential. Extensive experience of the development lifecycle of complex equipment, with a background in Engineering Management, is essential. Previous experience in carrying out product safety assessments and hazard analysis. Experience in reviewing and assuring compliance with Legislation including EU Directives and/or UKCA Regulations, and REACH Declarations. Broad engineering background. Ideally have a wide engineering knowledge base and be able to generate, challenge and agree product requirements. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company, benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo, we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Basildon Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Aug 13, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Your impact Are you enthusiastic and technically curious around thermal imaging, radar and automated protection systems - and how the combined use of AI can support users? Do you want to be part of the engineering team behind the Falcon Shield and MIPS (Modular Integrated Protection System) ? Our team in Mission Systems are currently recruiting for a highly motivated Chief Engineer - System Design Authority (SDA) to join them.You will be a domain expert who engages across engineering functions, specialists and customers to define the technical solution.Overseeing bid activity for key strategic campaigns, you would be a key stakeholder in achieving our business growth and development. Please note this role is hybrid based working from our Basildon site. Your primary duties are: Be the System Design Authority and Company Technical Signatory (as delegated from the Integrated Sensing Protection (ISP) Chief Engineer Design Integrity) for a group of products within the Mission Systems Business Area. Ensure that all products are developed through suitable engineering processes; meet the requirements for their intended environment, are compliant with legal requirements, are safe, and manufactural to cost. Responsible for engineering quality through guidance, monitoring and consideration of corrective action. Drive and monitor the engineering governance process throughout the complete product lifecycle. What you'll bring: Extensive Experience with Electro-Optic Imaging and Sensing systems, including complex network and software solutions. Experience of designing for, and complying with, recognised Environmental, EMC and Power standards for Military environments and platforms. Extensive Experience working with platform integrators and product suppliers. An understanding of the interaction of design, manufacturing, supply chain and support capabilities is essential. Extensive experience of the development lifecycle of complex equipment, with a background in Engineering Management, is essential. Previous experience in carrying out product safety assessments and hazard analysis. Experience in reviewing and assuring compliance with Legislation including EU Directives and/or UKCA Regulations, and REACH Declarations. Broad engineering background. Ideally have a wide engineering knowledge base and be able to generate, challenge and agree product requirements. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company, benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo, we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Basildon Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: Your impact Reporting to the Procurement Manager, as a Senior Sub-Contract Buyer you will join the GCAP EOIR team which is developing next generation optical systems. You will be responsible and accountable for the management of suppliers that provide design services and material into this key programme. The scope of this role includes source selection and relationship management with a range of suppliers that are essential to the success of the Radar development and qualification. This role requires a close working relationship with engineering to help define technical requirements within each Sub-Contract, while ensuring functional compliance and satisfying the schedule and budget requirements of the programme. What you'll bring Primary interface between TE suppliers and the IPT, with responsibility for delivery of the activities within budget and schedule Identification of cost reduction opportunities including running competitive tenders and SRBs, and leading supplier lifecycle reviews Interpretation of technical requirements for effective incorporation into supplier contracts - primarily through SoWs Agreement of Change Proposal (CP) embodiment into supplier proposals and contracts, including schedule, cost and performance implications Responsible for putting in place the appropriate Commercial Agreements, including but not limited to, internal and external Customer flow downs, NDA's, TAA's and Export Licences etc Prepare routine Request for Quotation and Contract documentation packs such as Bid Packs, Contractual Terms and Price Agreements Responsible for creating and presenting Contract Compliance packs that will be subject to internal audit, and also for external audit by the Customer Ensure price reasonableness is achieved and reported, with benchmarking where possible Deliver and/or support cost negotiation of Supplier pricing and provide reporting for internal /external Audit Prepare varied Lifecycle Management reporting to outline the status and progress of material sourcing, Contracting Compliance and Bid Support This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Employee-Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Aug 13, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Your impact Reporting to the Procurement Manager, as a Senior Sub-Contract Buyer you will join the GCAP EOIR team which is developing next generation optical systems. You will be responsible and accountable for the management of suppliers that provide design services and material into this key programme. The scope of this role includes source selection and relationship management with a range of suppliers that are essential to the success of the Radar development and qualification. This role requires a close working relationship with engineering to help define technical requirements within each Sub-Contract, while ensuring functional compliance and satisfying the schedule and budget requirements of the programme. What you'll bring Primary interface between TE suppliers and the IPT, with responsibility for delivery of the activities within budget and schedule Identification of cost reduction opportunities including running competitive tenders and SRBs, and leading supplier lifecycle reviews Interpretation of technical requirements for effective incorporation into supplier contracts - primarily through SoWs Agreement of Change Proposal (CP) embodiment into supplier proposals and contracts, including schedule, cost and performance implications Responsible for putting in place the appropriate Commercial Agreements, including but not limited to, internal and external Customer flow downs, NDA's, TAA's and Export Licences etc Prepare routine Request for Quotation and Contract documentation packs such as Bid Packs, Contractual Terms and Price Agreements Responsible for creating and presenting Contract Compliance packs that will be subject to internal audit, and also for external audit by the Customer Ensure price reasonableness is achieved and reported, with benchmarking where possible Deliver and/or support cost negotiation of Supplier pricing and provide reporting for internal /external Audit Prepare varied Lifecycle Management reporting to outline the status and progress of material sourcing, Contracting Compliance and Bid Support This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Employee-Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: Your Impact Our Design Integrity function is currently recruiting for a Head of Product Security Capability (UK). Working in our Electronics division (LEUK), the main purpose of your role is the coordination of product cyber resilience activities, in particular, within the technical and business functions, to ensure continued product compliance with internal and external cyber security standards.Working with the senior leadership team within Product Security across all lines of business, you will have responsibility for the Electronics UK Product Security and Information Management System, security tools and process and their effectiveness. In addition to this, you will also lead the Product Compliance Team Product Security Working Group. Please note, the role is working on a hybrid basis and can be based at any of the following sites; Edinburgh, Luton, Basildon, Southampton, Newcastle, Bristol and Lincoln. Internal applicants please note that the job title for this role is Product Cyber Resilience Officer. Your responsibilities include; Partnering with technical and business functions across LEUK, including; Engineering, Manufacturing, Customer Support, Physical Security and Information Technology to ensure continued compliance with internal and external cyber security standards specified by national security authorities or by international bodies and with cyber security requirements expressed by the customer. Maintain the Electronics Product Security and Information Management System, security tools and process. Liaise with external Security Accreditors and Security Assurance Coordinators in support of security accreditation. Regularly refresh current knowledge of security legislation in UK, EU and relevant markets for LEUK. Advising internal stakeholders to promote security culture, working with security teams to ensure secure working practices are adhered to. Developing and delivering training courses and presenting (with confidence) on Product Security and Information Assurance matters. Performing audits of internal and external subcontract teams assuring that security and Information Assurance requirements are achieved. What you'll bring; Recent Hands-on experience of developing a robust security risk management system for complex products and high integrity electronic systems in accordance with customer, regulatory and legislative expectations. Familiarity with current Legislation - eg IPA, DPA, Official Secrets Act. Registration with NCSC Certified Professional at lead level, or equivalent NCSC recognised qualification. Knowledge of UK/NATO Information Assurance standards, procedures & systems, including HMG Security Policy Framework, ISO security standards, DO326A. Familiarity with incident investigation processes and knowledge of how to implement an investigation process. Practical experience of NCSC and Common Criteria security evaluation techniques and requirements up to High Grade. Knowledge of current Crypto technologies, Key Management Systems & practical COMSEC implementations. Ideally a background in design implementation of high integrity complex electronics, such as Software design to DO178C, Complex Electronics hardware to DO254. Good understanding and experience in delivery and maintenance of products to meet regulatory requirements, for example MAA DAOS, ARP4754, Understanding of the concept of operations for products, in order to understand the functional security risks and define/agree the appropriate mitigations. Knowledge of the role of advisory boards within the UK Government or NATO for security. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance, please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company, benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo, we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Bristol - Others Additional Locations: GB - Basildon, GB - Edinburgh, GB - Lincoln, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Newcastle, GB - Southampton Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Aug 11, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Your Impact Our Design Integrity function is currently recruiting for a Head of Product Security Capability (UK). Working in our Electronics division (LEUK), the main purpose of your role is the coordination of product cyber resilience activities, in particular, within the technical and business functions, to ensure continued product compliance with internal and external cyber security standards.Working with the senior leadership team within Product Security across all lines of business, you will have responsibility for the Electronics UK Product Security and Information Management System, security tools and process and their effectiveness. In addition to this, you will also lead the Product Compliance Team Product Security Working Group. Please note, the role is working on a hybrid basis and can be based at any of the following sites; Edinburgh, Luton, Basildon, Southampton, Newcastle, Bristol and Lincoln. Internal applicants please note that the job title for this role is Product Cyber Resilience Officer. Your responsibilities include; Partnering with technical and business functions across LEUK, including; Engineering, Manufacturing, Customer Support, Physical Security and Information Technology to ensure continued compliance with internal and external cyber security standards specified by national security authorities or by international bodies and with cyber security requirements expressed by the customer. Maintain the Electronics Product Security and Information Management System, security tools and process. Liaise with external Security Accreditors and Security Assurance Coordinators in support of security accreditation. Regularly refresh current knowledge of security legislation in UK, EU and relevant markets for LEUK. Advising internal stakeholders to promote security culture, working with security teams to ensure secure working practices are adhered to. Developing and delivering training courses and presenting (with confidence) on Product Security and Information Assurance matters. Performing audits of internal and external subcontract teams assuring that security and Information Assurance requirements are achieved. What you'll bring; Recent Hands-on experience of developing a robust security risk management system for complex products and high integrity electronic systems in accordance with customer, regulatory and legislative expectations. Familiarity with current Legislation - eg IPA, DPA, Official Secrets Act. Registration with NCSC Certified Professional at lead level, or equivalent NCSC recognised qualification. Knowledge of UK/NATO Information Assurance standards, procedures & systems, including HMG Security Policy Framework, ISO security standards, DO326A. Familiarity with incident investigation processes and knowledge of how to implement an investigation process. Practical experience of NCSC and Common Criteria security evaluation techniques and requirements up to High Grade. Knowledge of current Crypto technologies, Key Management Systems & practical COMSEC implementations. Ideally a background in design implementation of high integrity complex electronics, such as Software design to DO178C, Complex Electronics hardware to DO254. Good understanding and experience in delivery and maintenance of products to meet regulatory requirements, for example MAA DAOS, ARP4754, Understanding of the concept of operations for products, in order to understand the functional security risks and define/agree the appropriate mitigations. Knowledge of the role of advisory boards within the UK Government or NATO for security. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance, please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company, benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo, we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Bristol - Others Additional Locations: GB - Basildon, GB - Edinburgh, GB - Lincoln, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Newcastle, GB - Southampton Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: The Opportunity: Due to the continued growth of the business area, we are looking for an Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our Mission Systems team. This role presents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop and grow their skills and knowledge within a thriving organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to develop state of the art solutions for Electronic Counter Measure (ECM) programmes - providing systems that improve the safety of personnel against threats such as Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) or similar in Civilian or Military environments. These systems are utilised on a variety of target platforms with the opportunity to work closely with both partners and end users. What you will do Key Responsibility Areas: Firmware requirements capture and management; FPGA design and analysis; Production of documentation for other engineers and evidence for design reviews; Development of FPGA test and FPGA integration plans; Perform system integration work with PCB designers and embedded software engineers Support all firmware designs through the company firmware process - training will be given Modification of existing firmware designs and test benches What we are looking for: What you really must have Using FPGA technologies especially from either Xilinx, Microsemi (Actel) or Lattice and their tools Advanced verification techniques using either VHDL or System Verilog / UVM Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route Ability to analyse system level requirements and derive detailed Firmware requirements A methodical approach to the full firmware design lifecycle, working to a structured firmware process such as RTCA DO-254 or similar Experience of working on safety related firmware to IEC 61508 would be advantageous. De-bugging firmware designs and supporting verification and integration at hardware and system level alongside Software and Hardware Engineers. Making technical decisions and mitigating technical risk for Firmware design activities Ability to communicate effectively across different disciplines both verbally and in written form Familiarity with Siemens EDA FPGA development tools including HDL Designer and ModelSim / Questa is an advantage. Engineering experience with radio systems and software defined radio or signal processing an advantage Experience of mentoring more junior members of the team It would be nice if you had: Awareness of Safety, Security and other legislative constraints Domain experience in Electronics Warfare and Electronics Countermeasure. Security Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working:Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us Company funded flexible benefits:Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays:25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension:Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity) Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training:Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning Referral Incentive:You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus:Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below For a full list of our company benefits please our website here . Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. Primary Location: GB - Basildon Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Aug 08, 2025
Full time
Job Description: The Opportunity: Due to the continued growth of the business area, we are looking for an Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our Mission Systems team. This role presents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop and grow their skills and knowledge within a thriving organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to develop state of the art solutions for Electronic Counter Measure (ECM) programmes - providing systems that improve the safety of personnel against threats such as Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) or similar in Civilian or Military environments. These systems are utilised on a variety of target platforms with the opportunity to work closely with both partners and end users. What you will do Key Responsibility Areas: Firmware requirements capture and management; FPGA design and analysis; Production of documentation for other engineers and evidence for design reviews; Development of FPGA test and FPGA integration plans; Perform system integration work with PCB designers and embedded software engineers Support all firmware designs through the company firmware process - training will be given Modification of existing firmware designs and test benches What we are looking for: What you really must have Using FPGA technologies especially from either Xilinx, Microsemi (Actel) or Lattice and their tools Advanced verification techniques using either VHDL or System Verilog / UVM Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route Ability to analyse system level requirements and derive detailed Firmware requirements A methodical approach to the full firmware design lifecycle, working to a structured firmware process such as RTCA DO-254 or similar Experience of working on safety related firmware to IEC 61508 would be advantageous. De-bugging firmware designs and supporting verification and integration at hardware and system level alongside Software and Hardware Engineers. Making technical decisions and mitigating technical risk for Firmware design activities Ability to communicate effectively across different disciplines both verbally and in written form Familiarity with Siemens EDA FPGA development tools including HDL Designer and ModelSim / Questa is an advantage. Engineering experience with radio systems and software defined radio or signal processing an advantage Experience of mentoring more junior members of the team It would be nice if you had: Awareness of Safety, Security and other legislative constraints Domain experience in Electronics Warfare and Electronics Countermeasure. Security Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working:Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us Company funded flexible benefits:Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays:25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension:Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity) Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training:Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning Referral Incentive:You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus:Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below For a full list of our company benefits please our website here . Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. Primary Location: GB - Basildon Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: Your impact We're seeking Lead Software Engineers to step into pivotal Technical Authority roles across our Electronic Warfare (EW) and Future Combat Air programmes in Luton. This role combines deep technical oversight with influence, offering significant autonomy and responsibility for key software components or entire projects. As a Software Technical Authority, you will serve as the most authoritative voice on software matters within your team. You'll collaborate directly with Software Project Engineering Leads to define commitments, navigate risks, and ensure delivery in line with Leonardo's internal software process (DEV535) -predominantly DO-178C and related standards. This opportunity builds the core competencies required for future advancement into Software Design Authority (DA) roles and potentially progression to Chief Engineer level. Structured training, mentorship, and on-the-job experience will support your growth. As a Software Technical Authority you will: Ensure software architecture and design strategy aligns with platform and system goals Guide teams in applying Secure by Design and safety-critical principles Act as the arbiter of technical trade-offs and resolution of design challenges Lead technical risk identification and mitigation across software components Champion robust software assurance activities aligned with DO-178 Support audits and design reviews as the accountable technical lead Ensure development activities meet internal governance and regulatory obligations Drive adherence to engineering lifecycle models, including traceability, verification and validation Promote best practices through design reviews and continuous improvement activities Coach and develop junior engineers in software engineering excellence Facilitate learning around lifecycle artefacts, DO-178C compliance, and technical reasoning Promote continuous improvement and peer-driven knowledge exchange Collaborate with systems, hardware and firmware teams to ensure coherent integration Act as liaison between development teams and project leadership Working with the Chief Software Engineer and System Design Authority, own the relationship between the project team and Design Integrity from a compliance and delivery perspective. What you'll bring Several years embedded software engineering experience in aerospace, defence, or other mission -critical domains Hands-on delivery of DO-178C software, with lifecycle experience from requirements through certification Leadership background, for example in architectural design, risk mitigation, or technical governance Ideally strong domain and product knowledge in Electronic Warfare or Future Combat Air platforms, integration, and mission context Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach engineers, with a focus on capability uplift Familiarity with legacy systems, export controls, interoperability, and long-term product evolution This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Aug 08, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Your impact We're seeking Lead Software Engineers to step into pivotal Technical Authority roles across our Electronic Warfare (EW) and Future Combat Air programmes in Luton. This role combines deep technical oversight with influence, offering significant autonomy and responsibility for key software components or entire projects. As a Software Technical Authority, you will serve as the most authoritative voice on software matters within your team. You'll collaborate directly with Software Project Engineering Leads to define commitments, navigate risks, and ensure delivery in line with Leonardo's internal software process (DEV535) -predominantly DO-178C and related standards. This opportunity builds the core competencies required for future advancement into Software Design Authority (DA) roles and potentially progression to Chief Engineer level. Structured training, mentorship, and on-the-job experience will support your growth. As a Software Technical Authority you will: Ensure software architecture and design strategy aligns with platform and system goals Guide teams in applying Secure by Design and safety-critical principles Act as the arbiter of technical trade-offs and resolution of design challenges Lead technical risk identification and mitigation across software components Champion robust software assurance activities aligned with DO-178 Support audits and design reviews as the accountable technical lead Ensure development activities meet internal governance and regulatory obligations Drive adherence to engineering lifecycle models, including traceability, verification and validation Promote best practices through design reviews and continuous improvement activities Coach and develop junior engineers in software engineering excellence Facilitate learning around lifecycle artefacts, DO-178C compliance, and technical reasoning Promote continuous improvement and peer-driven knowledge exchange Collaborate with systems, hardware and firmware teams to ensure coherent integration Act as liaison between development teams and project leadership Working with the Chief Software Engineer and System Design Authority, own the relationship between the project team and Design Integrity from a compliance and delivery perspective. What you'll bring Several years embedded software engineering experience in aerospace, defence, or other mission -critical domains Hands-on delivery of DO-178C software, with lifecycle experience from requirements through certification Leadership background, for example in architectural design, risk mitigation, or technical governance Ideally strong domain and product knowledge in Electronic Warfare or Future Combat Air platforms, integration, and mission context Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach engineers, with a focus on capability uplift Familiarity with legacy systems, export controls, interoperability, and long-term product evolution This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: Your Impact We are looking for a Chief Technology Officer for RF Systems to join our Radar and Advanced Targeting Capability Management team. Reporting to the VP Capability & CTO, you will be working across the whole business and with external stakeholders to ensure that we develop and access the right technologies and skills for the future of the business. You will have the opportunity to define the internal advanced research programme, as well as helping to shape and align external research and technology development activities across academia, research frameworks and industrial partners. You will also work closely with the RF Capability team and the Head of External Stakeholder Engagement to identify and then ensure that these new and emerging technologies have a route to be embodied in attractive and competitive products in the marketplace. What you will do as a Chief Technology Officer for RF Systems: To define and monitor the progress of the internally funded Advanced Research programme, ensuring the technologies and skills are aligned with our product and technology roadmaps Monitor the level of our technology and manufacturing capabilities, performing technology scouting and assessment of new, emerging or existing technologies Engage with universities, SMEs, national and international government agencies and research frameworks to bring new technologies and skills into the business Lead and coordinate initiatives to secure R&D funding from third parties Foster a culture of open innovation across the business Manage the Intellectual Property portfolio across our RF products & manufacturing capabilities What you'll bring: A track record in delivering technical leadership and strategic vision A passion for RF technologies Domain knowledge of our RF products, suppliers and customers Awareness of the challenges in product development and manufacturing Strong interpersonal skills in managing a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Employee-Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Jul 28, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Your Impact We are looking for a Chief Technology Officer for RF Systems to join our Radar and Advanced Targeting Capability Management team. Reporting to the VP Capability & CTO, you will be working across the whole business and with external stakeholders to ensure that we develop and access the right technologies and skills for the future of the business. You will have the opportunity to define the internal advanced research programme, as well as helping to shape and align external research and technology development activities across academia, research frameworks and industrial partners. You will also work closely with the RF Capability team and the Head of External Stakeholder Engagement to identify and then ensure that these new and emerging technologies have a route to be embodied in attractive and competitive products in the marketplace. What you will do as a Chief Technology Officer for RF Systems: To define and monitor the progress of the internally funded Advanced Research programme, ensuring the technologies and skills are aligned with our product and technology roadmaps Monitor the level of our technology and manufacturing capabilities, performing technology scouting and assessment of new, emerging or existing technologies Engage with universities, SMEs, national and international government agencies and research frameworks to bring new technologies and skills into the business Lead and coordinate initiatives to secure R&D funding from third parties Foster a culture of open innovation across the business Manage the Intellectual Property portfolio across our RF products & manufacturing capabilities What you'll bring: A track record in delivering technical leadership and strategic vision A passion for RF technologies Domain knowledge of our RF products, suppliers and customers Awareness of the challenges in product development and manufacturing Strong interpersonal skills in managing a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Employee-Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: Project Leadership: Oversee and manage several Human Factors projects or programs simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. Strategic Development: Actively contribute to the evolution of Human Factors strategies and methodologies, enhancing our EW capabilities. Capability Building: Participate in the development and expansion of our Human Factors expertise within the EW domain. Consultancy Excellence: Exhibit exceptional consultancy skills, leading project scoping, ensuring delivery within quality, time, and budget constraints, and identifying new opportunities. Proposal Management: Manage the creation of Human Factors proposals and contribute to multidisciplinary project proposals. Mentorship: Provide guidance and technical oversight to team members, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing. Client Relations: Build and maintain relationships with key clients, supporting the strategic direction of the Human Factors team to ensure continuous excellence in delivery. Required Qualifications & Experience (You Really Must Have): Educational Background: Minimum of a Master's degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology, or a related discipline, or equivalent significant professional experience. Professional Certification: Chartered status with the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF). If not held, candidates must possess chartered status with an equivalent organization (e.g., British Psychological Society). Experience: Extensive experience delivering Human Factors solutions in mission-critical military systems, ensuring User-Centred Design and compliance with defence standards (e.g., JSP 912 and Def stan 00-251). Methodological Expertise: Proficiency in Human Factors methodologies, including but not limited to task analysis, usability studies, workload assessments, and error identification. Consultancy Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and scope projects, ensuring delivery to quality, time, and budget constraints, and identifying new opportunities. Proposal Development: Experience in managing the production of Human Factors proposals and contributing to multidisciplinary project proposals. Mentorship: Proven ability to provide mentoring and technical oversight to team members, contributing to role development and knowledge sharing. Client Engagement: Experience in building and maintaining relationships with key clients, supporting the strategic direction of the Human Factors team to ensure continuous excellent delivery to customers. Security Clearance: Active Security Clearance (SC) or the ability to obtain it. Desirable Skills (It Would Be Nice If You Had): Experience working with MOD clients and military stakeholders. Experience in the design and evaluation of Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs). Familiarity with AGILE development methodologies. Involvement in developing and evaluating military training systems. Experience in aerospace projects. Conducting anthropometric and ergonomic assessments. Providing Human Factors input into safety cases. What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a global leader in defence technology. A collaborative and innovative work environment where you can make a real impact. Access to cutting-edge technologies and research projects. Flexible hybrid working arrangements across major UK sites. Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Additional Locations: GB - Basildon, GB - Edinburgh, GB - Southampton Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Feb 18, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Project Leadership: Oversee and manage several Human Factors projects or programs simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. Strategic Development: Actively contribute to the evolution of Human Factors strategies and methodologies, enhancing our EW capabilities. Capability Building: Participate in the development and expansion of our Human Factors expertise within the EW domain. Consultancy Excellence: Exhibit exceptional consultancy skills, leading project scoping, ensuring delivery within quality, time, and budget constraints, and identifying new opportunities. Proposal Management: Manage the creation of Human Factors proposals and contribute to multidisciplinary project proposals. Mentorship: Provide guidance and technical oversight to team members, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing. Client Relations: Build and maintain relationships with key clients, supporting the strategic direction of the Human Factors team to ensure continuous excellence in delivery. Required Qualifications & Experience (You Really Must Have): Educational Background: Minimum of a Master's degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology, or a related discipline, or equivalent significant professional experience. Professional Certification: Chartered status with the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF). If not held, candidates must possess chartered status with an equivalent organization (e.g., British Psychological Society). Experience: Extensive experience delivering Human Factors solutions in mission-critical military systems, ensuring User-Centred Design and compliance with defence standards (e.g., JSP 912 and Def stan 00-251). Methodological Expertise: Proficiency in Human Factors methodologies, including but not limited to task analysis, usability studies, workload assessments, and error identification. Consultancy Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and scope projects, ensuring delivery to quality, time, and budget constraints, and identifying new opportunities. Proposal Development: Experience in managing the production of Human Factors proposals and contributing to multidisciplinary project proposals. Mentorship: Proven ability to provide mentoring and technical oversight to team members, contributing to role development and knowledge sharing. Client Engagement: Experience in building and maintaining relationships with key clients, supporting the strategic direction of the Human Factors team to ensure continuous excellent delivery to customers. Security Clearance: Active Security Clearance (SC) or the ability to obtain it. Desirable Skills (It Would Be Nice If You Had): Experience working with MOD clients and military stakeholders. Experience in the design and evaluation of Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs). Familiarity with AGILE development methodologies. Involvement in developing and evaluating military training systems. Experience in aerospace projects. Conducting anthropometric and ergonomic assessments. Providing Human Factors input into safety cases. What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a global leader in defence technology. A collaborative and innovative work environment where you can make a real impact. Access to cutting-edge technologies and research projects. Flexible hybrid working arrangements across major UK sites. Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Additional Locations: GB - Basildon, GB - Edinburgh, GB - Southampton Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: You really must have: Hands-on experience of developing robust security risk management systems for complex high integrity electronics systems in accordance with customer, regulatory and legislative expectations. Familiarity with Legislation - eg IPA, DPA, Official Secrets Act; Registered NCSC Certified Professional at lead level, or equivalent NCSC recognised qualification. Knowledge of UK/NATO Information Assurance standards, procedures & systems, including HMG Security Policy Framework, ISO security standards, DO326A. Familiarity with the principles of incident investigation and knows how to implement an investigation process; Practical experience of NCSC and Common Criteria security evaluation techniques and requirements up to High Grade. Knowledge of current Crypto technologies, Key Management Systems & practical COMSEC implementations. Regularly delivered training courses within a Company and delivered awareness presentations to other groups. Worked with others to identify the future Product Security needs of the Company; Awareness of product security implications relating to safety; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to interact with subject matter experts regarding a wide range of technical and operational topics. Ability to obtain SC clearance; UK-eyes only caveat. It would be nice if you had: A strong background in design implementation of high integrity complex electronics, such as Software design to DO178C level C, Complex Electronics hardware up to DO254 Level Good understanding and experience in delivery and maintenance of products to meet regulatory requirements, for example MAA DAOS, ARP4754 Understanding of the concept of operations for products, in order to understand the functional security risks and define/agree the appropriate mitigations; Ability to identify and deliver alternate/innovative ways to manage security, including ensuring buy-in from key regulatory bodies; Understanding of the role of advisory boards within the UK Government or NATO for security. Active membership of an external security specialist group or forum Ability to obtain DV clearance. Why Leonardo? The business, primarily based in Luton, has a rich heritage in Electronic Warfare with over 100 years of history and providing the latest advances in radio frequency technology to our military customers in the UK and further afield. Under a strategic partnering arrangement (SPA) with the Royal Air Force and the Ministry of Defence's Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) and Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) agencies, Leonardo acts as the UK industry lead chosen to bring together onshore providers to provide value-for-money defensive equipment for the nation's fleets of military aircraft, while boosting export opportunities and generating prosperity around the UK. The company leads the consortium responsible for the Praetorian Defensive Aids Sub-System (DASS) currently installed on the Eurofighter Typhoon and the company's BriteCloud expendable active decoy launched in 2013, represents the most significant advance in radar-guided missile countermeasures since the advent of chaff. The Future Combat Air line of business is the home of the Leonardo Electronics Division UK key interface into the UK MoD Future Combat Air System (FCAS) Programme, also referred to as Tempest. Focusing on the development of advanced defence electronics, Leonardo is a founding partner of Team Tempest, alongside the UK MOD, BAE Systems, Rolls Royce and MBDA UK. The team has been working at pace to develop the technologies and capabilities necessary to see a new combat air system go into service in 2035. In July 2021, the UK MOD awarded Team Tempest a further contract worth approximately £250m to progress the development of the future capability. As the UK's defence electronics champion, Leonardo is leading the nation's development of the Integrated Sensing and Non-Kinetic Effects (ISANKE) and Integrated Communications Systems (ICS) technology for the next generation system. Benefits To find out about all of our Company benefits please visit: Company Benefits Given the nature of the work, we are able to offer custom working; however, some on-site working is expected. Security Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance, please visit: Security Vetting Clearance Levels Diversity Statement We are relentless about inclusion. We understand an inclusive environment is one that welcomes everyone as they are. We see diversity as a strength. We still have some way to go to achieving diverse teams across our whole business. We would like you to be part of our journey to creating that better balance and welcome applications from all individuals from all walks of life as we build a stronger company together. Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - Lincoln, GB - Luton - Cap. Green L350, GB - Southampton Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Feb 12, 2025
Full time
Job Description: You really must have: Hands-on experience of developing robust security risk management systems for complex high integrity electronics systems in accordance with customer, regulatory and legislative expectations. Familiarity with Legislation - eg IPA, DPA, Official Secrets Act; Registered NCSC Certified Professional at lead level, or equivalent NCSC recognised qualification. Knowledge of UK/NATO Information Assurance standards, procedures & systems, including HMG Security Policy Framework, ISO security standards, DO326A. Familiarity with the principles of incident investigation and knows how to implement an investigation process; Practical experience of NCSC and Common Criteria security evaluation techniques and requirements up to High Grade. Knowledge of current Crypto technologies, Key Management Systems & practical COMSEC implementations. Regularly delivered training courses within a Company and delivered awareness presentations to other groups. Worked with others to identify the future Product Security needs of the Company; Awareness of product security implications relating to safety; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to interact with subject matter experts regarding a wide range of technical and operational topics. Ability to obtain SC clearance; UK-eyes only caveat. It would be nice if you had: A strong background in design implementation of high integrity complex electronics, such as Software design to DO178C level C, Complex Electronics hardware up to DO254 Level Good understanding and experience in delivery and maintenance of products to meet regulatory requirements, for example MAA DAOS, ARP4754 Understanding of the concept of operations for products, in order to understand the functional security risks and define/agree the appropriate mitigations; Ability to identify and deliver alternate/innovative ways to manage security, including ensuring buy-in from key regulatory bodies; Understanding of the role of advisory boards within the UK Government or NATO for security. Active membership of an external security specialist group or forum Ability to obtain DV clearance. Why Leonardo? The business, primarily based in Luton, has a rich heritage in Electronic Warfare with over 100 years of history and providing the latest advances in radio frequency technology to our military customers in the UK and further afield. Under a strategic partnering arrangement (SPA) with the Royal Air Force and the Ministry of Defence's Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) and Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) agencies, Leonardo acts as the UK industry lead chosen to bring together onshore providers to provide value-for-money defensive equipment for the nation's fleets of military aircraft, while boosting export opportunities and generating prosperity around the UK. The company leads the consortium responsible for the Praetorian Defensive Aids Sub-System (DASS) currently installed on the Eurofighter Typhoon and the company's BriteCloud expendable active decoy launched in 2013, represents the most significant advance in radar-guided missile countermeasures since the advent of chaff. The Future Combat Air line of business is the home of the Leonardo Electronics Division UK key interface into the UK MoD Future Combat Air System (FCAS) Programme, also referred to as Tempest. Focusing on the development of advanced defence electronics, Leonardo is a founding partner of Team Tempest, alongside the UK MOD, BAE Systems, Rolls Royce and MBDA UK. The team has been working at pace to develop the technologies and capabilities necessary to see a new combat air system go into service in 2035. In July 2021, the UK MOD awarded Team Tempest a further contract worth approximately £250m to progress the development of the future capability. As the UK's defence electronics champion, Leonardo is leading the nation's development of the Integrated Sensing and Non-Kinetic Effects (ISANKE) and Integrated Communications Systems (ICS) technology for the next generation system. Benefits To find out about all of our Company benefits please visit: Company Benefits Given the nature of the work, we are able to offer custom working; however, some on-site working is expected. Security Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance, please visit: Security Vetting Clearance Levels Diversity Statement We are relentless about inclusion. We understand an inclusive environment is one that welcomes everyone as they are. We see diversity as a strength. We still have some way to go to achieving diverse teams across our whole business. We would like you to be part of our journey to creating that better balance and welcome applications from all individuals from all walks of life as we build a stronger company together. Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - Lincoln, GB - Luton - Cap. Green L350, GB - Southampton Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Job Description: Leonardo is seeking a Head of Real Estate for its UK footprint. The role of Real Estate management within the context of Leonardo UK LTD. is to implement corporate UK estates policies and procedures for the benefit of the UK Divisions and in alignment with the Global Organisation. The Head of UK Real Estate will: Support the achievement of Leonardo UK Ltd. key corporate objectives in the development of the estate and its services. Be responsible for advising on and contributing to the strategic and operational management of the Leonardo UK Ltd. land and property portfolio. Manage all property leasing activities ensuring that they are completed in accordance with policies and guidelines. Manage the administration of leases with Landlords and Tenants including lease reviews, lease audits, lease renewals, rent reviews, tenant alterations and co-ordination of landlord's repairs and maintenance responsibilities. Work with the UK Division Leadership to define the property strategy and implement the resultant property transactions which may include long term lease, lease and buy-back or disposal. Lead the acquisition of new property. Lead the disposal of property no longer required by the business including leases and freehold assets. Work with LDO UK Legal to draft leases for LDO UK property, review Landlord lease documentation for new leases. Work with Indirect Procurement to manage SOLA agreements for customers and suppliers resident on LDO UK property. Manage payments and collections of Rent, Service Charges, Business Rates and Insurance related to property. Calculate the Annual Service charge for LDO UK Tenants. Lead the renegotiation of Rents with Landlords and Tenants. Ensure that LDO UK discharges its lease obligations and maintains statutory compliance. Ensure LDO UK Tenants comply with lease covenants. Be the day-to-day liaison between LDO UK and its Tenants and Landlords. Lead Dilapidations negotiations and agree settlements at the end of lease agreements. The successful candidate will likely meet the following criteria: Educated to degree level or HNC level with relevant work experience within estates management. Hold a relevant HSE qualification (minimum IOSH). Fully conversant with Facilities Management processes and procedures (CDM). Conversant with building construction and associated engineering plant. Conversant with UK statutory regulations concerning health safety and environment. Significant and relevant work experience in estates management, facilities management, project management environment with responsibility for supplying key business support services. Excellent interpersonal and team skills with the ability to communicate and interact at all levels. Facilitation skills (to support delivery of activities). Negotiation skills (to engage with suppliers to deliver the required outcomes). Project Management skills & strong financial awareness. Security Clearance: You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit: . Life at Leonardo: With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us. Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance). Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year. Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution). Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme. Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning. Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member. Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website here . Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Feb 11, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Leonardo is seeking a Head of Real Estate for its UK footprint. The role of Real Estate management within the context of Leonardo UK LTD. is to implement corporate UK estates policies and procedures for the benefit of the UK Divisions and in alignment with the Global Organisation. The Head of UK Real Estate will: Support the achievement of Leonardo UK Ltd. key corporate objectives in the development of the estate and its services. Be responsible for advising on and contributing to the strategic and operational management of the Leonardo UK Ltd. land and property portfolio. Manage all property leasing activities ensuring that they are completed in accordance with policies and guidelines. Manage the administration of leases with Landlords and Tenants including lease reviews, lease audits, lease renewals, rent reviews, tenant alterations and co-ordination of landlord's repairs and maintenance responsibilities. Work with the UK Division Leadership to define the property strategy and implement the resultant property transactions which may include long term lease, lease and buy-back or disposal. Lead the acquisition of new property. Lead the disposal of property no longer required by the business including leases and freehold assets. Work with LDO UK Legal to draft leases for LDO UK property, review Landlord lease documentation for new leases. Work with Indirect Procurement to manage SOLA agreements for customers and suppliers resident on LDO UK property. Manage payments and collections of Rent, Service Charges, Business Rates and Insurance related to property. Calculate the Annual Service charge for LDO UK Tenants. Lead the renegotiation of Rents with Landlords and Tenants. Ensure that LDO UK discharges its lease obligations and maintains statutory compliance. Ensure LDO UK Tenants comply with lease covenants. Be the day-to-day liaison between LDO UK and its Tenants and Landlords. Lead Dilapidations negotiations and agree settlements at the end of lease agreements. The successful candidate will likely meet the following criteria: Educated to degree level or HNC level with relevant work experience within estates management. Hold a relevant HSE qualification (minimum IOSH). Fully conversant with Facilities Management processes and procedures (CDM). Conversant with building construction and associated engineering plant. Conversant with UK statutory regulations concerning health safety and environment. Significant and relevant work experience in estates management, facilities management, project management environment with responsibility for supplying key business support services. Excellent interpersonal and team skills with the ability to communicate and interact at all levels. Facilitation skills (to support delivery of activities). Negotiation skills (to engage with suppliers to deliver the required outcomes). Project Management skills & strong financial awareness. Security Clearance: You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit: . Life at Leonardo: With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us. Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance). Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year. Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution). Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme. Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning. Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member. Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website here . Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid