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World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Development and Production Test Engineer - Electronic / Electrical subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The department are keen to hear from candidates from a background with either RF / Microwave skills or candidates that have strong Test, Diagnostics, Repair Engineering skills. Hourly Rate: £36.00ph (Umbrella). Time and a quarter Overtime rate for hours worked over 37 hours Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Your responsibilities: Providing test engineering support to operators on the shopfloor, including supporting the introduction of new test equipment. Testing and diagnosing complex electrical/electronic systems, sub-assemblies and circuit cards down to component level. Generating test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports - based on higher-level requirements and information. Promptly identifying remedial and corrective actions to allow Manufacturing to continue in line with the programme, following production test failures. Supporting meetings with Quality and Operations to provide status updates on Test Engineering actions and investigations. Skillset/experience: Must have significant experience with measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. Electronic system and sub-system level fault finding. CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. MS Office skills including technical specification and report preparation. High Voltage training/awareness. SAP Beneficial Are you intrigued? Apply now! Lukas - / Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to match top talent with the right opportunities. Whether you're looking to make a big impact or take the next step in your career, we're here to support you. We work with businesses across the UK in Engineering, IT, Finance, and Marketing. If this role isn't for you, visit certainadvantage.co.uk to sign up for job alerts and career advice.

Safety Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for a Safety Engineer based in the Southwest area. This role is on a permanent basis and is site-based. The Company We're working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries-from Power Generation, Rail and more. Does this sound like your next career move? If you're ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Safety Engineer-someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You'll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You'll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Safety Analysis Safety Case Development Design Review Regulatory Compliance The Individual We're looking for people who can show: Relevant experience in the nuclear industry, ideally with exposure to reactor design, operations, and safety systems. Knowledge of nuclear safety principles, standards, and regulations, including probabilistic risk assessment (PRA), hazard analysis techniques (HAZOP, FMEA) Exposure to the design and construction phases, especially in a dock environment, will be an added advantage. The Benefits: Competitive salary range Training and Development Career progression Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you're hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we'll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn't for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips.

Software Supportability Manager Certain Advantage is hiring for a Software Supportability Manager based in the Southwest area. This role is on a permanent basis and is site-based. The Company We're working with an engineering company specialising in solving complex engineering challenges across industries-from Power Generation, Rail and more. Does this sound like your next career move? If you're ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Software Supportability Manager-someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You'll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You'll be leading a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Providing specialised input on Software and Cyber-related topics and contributing to program IPS Element Plans. Defining concepts for software maintenance. Creating software support requirements and ensuring their integration into system design. Supporting the development of Software Support Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM), Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA), and Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) activities. Assessing software obsolescence and the need for technology refresh. Preparing Software Maintenance Analysis Report, Software Support Analysis Report, and Software Support Case Report The Individual We're looking for people who can show: Engineering degree or a closely related discipline. Relevant supportability engineering in a highly regulated industry Understanding of the hardware, software, firmware, data and network infrastructure integrated solutions and environment for Defence products. Understanding of systems engineering principles. The Benefits: Competitive salary range Training and Development Career progression Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you're hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we'll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn't for you, head to certainadvantage.co.uk and register for job alerts and career guidance tips.

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x General Operative's with very strong Soldering / PCB's experience an initial 12 month contract. This position will specifically require experience with strong soldering or Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) or PCB Assembly experience. Any prior microelectronics experience would be great, i.e. soldering under a microscope. You will also need experience working within a manufacturing environment. Hourly Rate: £25.38ph, after 12 weeks the rate increases to £26.70ph. Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week are paid at 'time and a half' Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Job Spec: The General Operator will be responsible for the carrying out of manufacturing and self-certification tasks within the deployed business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Carry out detailed standard assembly / manufacturing activities, undertaking all work to requisite procedures, quality standards, safety requirements and timescales. Very good Soldering experience is required Any experience of soldering under a microscope or in a similar environment would be great Any Looming or PCB experience would be great Previous background of working in a Production Technician or Assembly Operative role would be great Contribute to the efficient movement of work and information in the manufacturing area. Adhere in all activities to agreed standards and behaviours. Comply with all health and safety requirements. IPC 610 certified / trained preferred. Dexterity for fine work. Read and interpret layouts. Follow instructions. Willing to work flexible shift patterns. Attention to detail. Work on own with minimal supervision. Flexible. ESD training. Desirable skills: PC literate. Colophony health surveillance.

Electrical Maintenance Operator Bolton 12 Month Contract Hourly Rate £29.02 to start Full Time Onsite - Standard Days An opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Maintenance Operator to work with a World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton to join an improving team within the Calibration & Maintenance Department. This role is open to Open to candidates from Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Motorsport, Rail, Medical Devices, or High-Tech Industrial Manufacturing. This will involve working in an autonomous capacity, maintaining process and plant equipment. The work is extremely varied, challenging and rewarding. Responsibilities: Perform precise surface-mount soldering and component-level repairs on Circuit Card Assemblies PAT testing across the manufacturing site. ESD (electro-static discharge) testing and inspection. Maintain, calibrate, and service site Special Test & Equipment (STTE) to ensure production lines run smoothly Read and interpret schematic diagrams and technical wiring drawings to identify root-cause electrical issues. Skillset/experience required: Formal technical engineering/ craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21. Formal further education certificate to ONC or equivalent. City & Guilds in Electrical Studies Parts 2 & 3 desirable Experience with surface-mount repairs and fine soldering work. IET Code of Practice for In-Service inspection & Testing of Electrical Equipment Ability Interrogate drawings during fault finding activities. Self-driven and capable of working independently. A good understanding of SAP would be desirable.

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit 5x Electronics Design Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. The role will be a hybrid position of circa 2-3 days per week onsite and the rest working from home. Electronic Design Engineers with excellent skills in Analogue Design or Digital Design or Power Design are sought after. Hourly Rate: £58ph - £63ph (Umbrella) Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) Electronics Design Engineer Job Description: Whilst the primary aim is focused on highly advanced module missile programmes, there is also scope to work on other unique opportunities, offering the right candidate a true engineering challenge in their core discipline. Responsibilities: Conducting Technical investigations on Prime Hardware or Test Equipment Evaluating issues and proposing and delivering design changes Supporting the Manufacturing teams to enable the continuation of production Liaising with Design teams to ensure route cause and corrective actions are implemented Obsolescence investigations and preventative design changes Designing test equipment and solutions to aid in the manufacturing process Skillset/experience required: Significant proven experience in the design of Digital and Analogue electronics, preferably in the defence industry, (but not essential). Experience of switch mode power supplies would also be an advantage, (but not essential). Work well in a multifunctional and multi-skilled team environment, supporting knowledge transfer to/from colleagues You'll be prepared to work autonomously if needed, lead the delivery of your work assignments, and actively engage with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of your outputs. Experience in supporting manufacturing and resolving manufacturing issues is an advantage, but not essential. Finally, we are looking for someone who has a record of accomplishment of on-time delivery along with good verbal and written communication skills.

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Fitter on initial 12 month contracts and then ongoing and long-term thereafter. Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing qualifications essential. Significant mechanical fitting experience required - the work is at a fine detailed level, so any experience with intricate work would be beneficial. Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £29.02ph for the first 12 weeks and then £30.38 after week 12 (Umbrella). Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week. Mechanical Fitters Job Description: The Mechanical Fitter will be responsible for carrying out manufacturing and test tasks within the mechanical department, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Certify the product in line with the product certification procedure. Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits. Possess a versatile skill base with the capability to apply these skills across a range of tasks. Be fully conversant with all equipment, tools and measuring instruments associated with the manufacturing cycle. Ensure manufacturing build times are met. Check and complete all paperwork associated with the manufacturing data pack. Maintain to the highest level, workmanship standards and product quality. Ensure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process. The successful candidate should be a team player who is able to demonstrate customer focus. They should also have proven planning and organising skills and be flexible and adaptable. Formal technical engineering/craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21. Formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent certificate. Manual handling training. Lifting & Slinging training (Including overhead cranes). Education Requirements: One of the following is required: Approved Apprenticeship/Apprenticeship Framework/Modern Apprenticeship Vocational G or H Units with Further Education, City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3 Vocational TR23 Units with Further Education, ONC or City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3 Vocational NVQ3 with Further Education, BTEC ONC/HNC

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Test Operator / Electrical Test Engineer on an initial 12 month contract. This position could suit candidates with a background working as an Electrical Test Technician, Electronics Test Technician, Production Test Engineer, Manufacturing Test Technician, Electronics Test Engineer or Test and Repair Technician and possess significant hands-on electrical or electronic testing experience, ideally within a manufacturing, defence or aerospace environment. Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: £29.02ph and then after 12 weeks the rate is £30.38ph Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a half' Electrical Test Operator Job Description: The Test Operator will be responsible for carrying out test tasks within the operational business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives. Specific responsibilities include: Certify the product in line with Product Certification procedure. Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits. Possess a versatile skill base with the capability to apply these skills across a range of tasks. Carry out setting-up procedures for testing, to include the awareness of the need for periodic recalibration of test equipment. Carry out tests on electronic equipment in accordance with test instructions, using specified test equipment. Carry out simple fault-finding procedures on electronic equipment. Keep test records and reporting faults for rectification. Ensure manufacturing test times are met. Check and complete all paperwork associated with the manufacturing data pack. Maintain to the highest level, workmanship standards and product quality. Ensure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process. Maintain a safe working environment. The successful candidate should be a team player who is able to demonstrate customer focus. They should also have proven planning and organising skills and be flexible and adaptable. Qualifications: One of the following is required: Approved Apprenticeship/Apprenticeship Framework/Modern Apprenticeship Vocational G or H Units with Further Education, City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3 Vocational TR23 Units with Further Education, ONC or City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3 Vocational NVQ3 with Further Education, BTEC ONC/HNC

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bristol is currently looking to recruit a RF EW Product Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. Rate: £80.00 per hour Location: Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 3 days per week onsite and the rest working from home. A compressed 4-Day week of Monday to Thursday is possible Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter' Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) RF Electronic Warfare Engineer Job Description: The department are growing their Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) capabilities. The EW Group supports activities on relevant weapon system and missile programmes, with specific responsibilities for the physical integration and functional operation of RF Electronic Support / Attack payloads as part of the wider EW effects chain at Missile, Weapon System and System of Systems levels. We are recruiting an RF EW Product Engineer who will work with the wider organisation and industrial partners to ensure delivery of configured hardware and validation evidence whilst ensuring time, cost and quality constraints are adhered to. You will be joining an exciting, expanding, and rapidly evolving area, with the opportunity to work on new and innovative products. With support in terms of your professional development, you'll be able to increase your knowledge and understanding of EW Systems. Opportunities for travel within the UK in support of programmes are also available. Responsibilities: Reporting directly to a Design Lead or Chief Design Engineer, you will be responsible for managing the development of the equipment's requirements, ensuring suitable flow down into the supply chain (internal or external), specifying and collecting technical evidence through testing or analysis, and ensuring safe and secure integrity is maintained throughout the development cycle and into the hands of our Customers. Skillset/experience required: A strong understanding of RF and electronic systems, ideally ES and EA systems. Ability to specify clear and accurate requirements onto design teams (internal or external). Experience of working closely with a Design Authority and the Customer community to develop the solution, including the management of technical trades. Management of the technical status and progression of assigned work packages. Working with a project team to define the verification and validation strategies, and agreement of key functional & performance tests. Management of a supplier's performance, and the adherence to cost, schedule and technical requirements. Ability to exchange, communicate and explain technical information between various internal and external stakeholders. A background as a RF Systems Engineer could be beneficial.

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Systems Lead - RF Data Link subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Rate: £85.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter' Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: 4-5 days per week onsite, possible change to this depending on workload. A 4-day week (Monday to Thursday is possible). Contract: 37 Hours per week Duration: 12 months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Systems Lead - RF Data Link subcontractor Job Description: The Data Link Systems team is responsible for the development the RF communications sub-systems within a weapons system. Our team is located at both our Bristol and Stevenage sites. The successful applicant could be primarily located at either. The role provides a unique opportunity to apply your skills within a growing company and multi-skilled team. It will provide exposure to complex and technologically and advanced projects and products. Working with highly talented and motivated engineers, in a friendly and supportive environment. Responsibilities: This role is for a systems lead engineer, responsible for the development and delivery of an RF data link system within a weapons system program. Responsibilities will include: Requirements definition and management Systems design methodologies Work package management Technical leadership of junior engineers Managing internal suppliers, and external suppliers Managing customer stakeholders Leading design reviews across the product lifecycle Experience with proving and validation Experience working within an international team Managing Technical Risks Skillset/experience required: The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC clearance. They will have an understanding of RF communication principals and design. They will also have experience managing project timescales and deliverables, and providing technical leadership to a small engineering team. Good interaction skills, verbal and written communication are essential.

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Systems Lead - RF Data Link subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Rate: £85.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter' Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: 4-5 days per week onsite, possible change to this depending on workload. A 4-day week (Monday to Thursday is possible). Contract: 37 Hours per week Duration: 12 months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Systems Lead - RF Data Link subcontractor Job Description: The Data Link Systems team is responsible for the development the RF communications sub-systems within a weapons system. Our team is located at both our Bristol and Stevenage sites. The successful applicant could be primarily located at either. The role provides a unique opportunity to apply your skills within a growing company and multi-skilled team. It will provide exposure to complex and technologically and advanced projects and products. Working with highly talented and motivated engineers, in a friendly and supportive environment. Responsibilities: This role is for a systems lead engineer, responsible for the development and delivery of an RF data link system within a weapons system program. Responsibilities will include: Requirements definition and management Systems design methodologies Work package management Technical leadership of junior engineers Managing internal suppliers, and external suppliers Managing customer stakeholders Leading design reviews across the product lifecycle Experience with proving and validation Experience working within an international team Managing Technical Risks Skillset/experience required: The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC clearance. They will have an understanding of RF communication principals and design. They will also have experience managing project timescales and deliverables, and providing technical leadership to a small engineering team. Good interaction skills, verbal and written communication are essential.

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bristol is currently looking to recruit a RF EW Product Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. Rate: £80.00 per hour Location: Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 3 days per week onsite and the rest working from home. A compressed 4-Day week of Monday to Thursday is possible Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter' Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) RF Electronic Warfare Engineer Job Description: The department are growing their Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) capabilities. The EW Group supports activities on relevant weapon system and missile programmes, with specific responsibilities for the physical integration and functional operation of RF Electronic Support / Attack payloads as part of the wider EW effects chain at Missile, Weapon System and System of Systems levels. We are recruiting an RF EW Product Engineer who will work with the wider organisation and industrial partners to ensure delivery of configured hardware and validation evidence whilst ensuring time, cost and quality constraints are adhered to. You will be joining an exciting, expanding, and rapidly evolving area, with the opportunity to work on new and innovative products. With support in terms of your professional development, you'll be able to increase your knowledge and understanding of EW Systems. Opportunities for travel within the UK in support of programmes are also available. Responsibilities: Reporting directly to a Design Lead or Chief Design Engineer, you will be responsible for managing the development of the equipment's requirements, ensuring suitable flow down into the supply chain (internal or external), specifying and collecting technical evidence through testing or analysis, and ensuring safe and secure integrity is maintained throughout the development cycle and into the hands of our Customers. Skillset/experience required: A strong understanding of RF and electronic systems, ideally ES and EA systems. Ability to specify clear and accurate requirements onto design teams (internal or external). Experience of working closely with a Design Authority and the Customer community to develop the solution, including the management of technical trades. Management of the technical status and progression of assigned work packages. Working with a project team to define the verification and validation strategies, and agreement of key functional & performance tests. Management of a supplier's performance, and the adherence to cost, schedule and technical requirements. Ability to exchange, communicate and explain technical information between various internal and external stakeholders. A background as a RF Systems Engineer could be beneficial.

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bristol is currently looking to recruit a Systems Performance Modelling Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference. The role can be worked on a 4 day week basis (Monday to Thursday) but due to the nature of the work, the position will need to be based onsite. This role would be suitable for a Simulation and Modelling Engineer (Matlab / Simulink) ideally from the defence or aerospace industry. Rate: £85.00 per hour Location: Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: The role will based onsite. A compressed 4-Day week of Monday to Thursday is possible Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter' Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Systems Performance Modelling Engineer Job Description: We are looking for a modeller to produce models of the seeker RF Radar. The model includes the seeker hardware, digital processing and target environment. The modelling team is responsible for developing the model, producing auto-code, generating seeker performance predictions and interfacing the seeker model into the missile dynamic reference model. Responsibilities (to include): Modelling in Matlab and Simulink using model-based design techniques Producing parts of a complex Seeker model including modelling the target scenario, seeker hardware and processor algorithms Develop and implement algorithms within the model Producing and verifying auto-code for the software algorithms from the model Carrying out seeker performance assessment Producing a simpler representation of the model for use in the missile model Upgrading legacy Seeker models to newer MATLAB/Simulink Vectors Documenting the model changes and creating test vectors Due to the sensitive nature of the work it is predominantly done onsite but there is some flexibility depending on project. Skillset / experience required: Tools: Simulink Matlab Skills: Modelling for auto-coding Assessing suitability of algorithms in the model Aptitude for converting an algorithm into a Simulink model (desirable) Familiarity with Radar and Control Systems (desirable) Familiarity with Digital Signal Processing (desirable) RF experience (desirable) Experience in C (not essential) Technical report writing Model delivery experience

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bristol is currently looking to recruit a Systems Performance Modelling Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference. The role can be worked on a 4 day week basis (Monday to Thursday) but due to the nature of the work, the position will need to be based onsite. This role would be suitable for a Simulation and Modelling Engineer (Matlab / Simulink) ideally from the defence or aerospace industry. Rate: £85.00 per hour Location: Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: The role will based onsite. A compressed 4-Day week of Monday to Thursday is possible Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter' Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Systems Performance Modelling Engineer Job Description: We are looking for a modeller to produce models of the seeker RF Radar. The model includes the seeker hardware, digital processing and target environment. The modelling team is responsible for developing the model, producing auto-code, generating seeker performance predictions and interfacing the seeker model into the missile dynamic reference model. Responsibilities (to include): Modelling in Matlab and Simulink using model-based design techniques Producing parts of a complex Seeker model including modelling the target scenario, seeker hardware and processor algorithms Develop and implement algorithms within the model Producing and verifying auto-code for the software algorithms from the model Carrying out seeker performance assessment Producing a simpler representation of the model for use in the missile model Upgrading legacy Seeker models to newer MATLAB/Simulink Vectors Documenting the model changes and creating test vectors Due to the sensitive nature of the work it is predominantly done onsite but there is some flexibility depending on project. Skillset / experience required: Tools: Simulink Matlab Skills: Modelling for auto-coding Assessing suitability of algorithms in the model Aptitude for converting an algorithm into a Simulink model (desirable) Familiarity with Radar and Control Systems (desirable) Familiarity with Digital Signal Processing (desirable) RF experience (desirable) Experience in C (not essential) Technical report writing Model delivery experience

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit 2x Tooling Design Engineer subcontractors. Rate: £50.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at 'time and a quarter' Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week onsite - the rest working from home. A 4 day week (Monday to Thursday) is OK. Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Tooling Design Engineer Job Description: The Tool Design Team is at the heart of a rapidly evolving and high demand sector, delivering smart, adaptable tooling solutions across a wide range of aerospace projects. Responsibilities: Deliver practical and innovative tool design solutions Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals Re-engineer existing solutions updating models, configuration and associated documentation. Manage your own project timelines and priorities ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met. Skillset/experience required: Ideally HNC/HND qualified with significant experience in Tool Design and Definition Must have a significant amount of 3D modelling experience and be able to assess 3D models for their quality. Experience in 3D annotations would be a distinct advantage (preferably CREO) Ability to translate design intent from 3D models into high quality 2D/3D definitions (preferably CREO) Strong background in the production of engineering drawings with high attention to detail Knowledge of BS8888 Technical product documentation and specification, ISO 1101 Geometrical product specifications, ISO 5459 Datum and datum systems and similar standards and GD & T Great communication skills with the drive and initiative to influence a network of stakeholders

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who comes from a strong Defence or Aerospace background has strong Creo / PRO-E skills. Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: 4 days a week likely onsite (likely could be lower on a week by week basis; depending on work). 1 day remote. (flexible on start and finish time). Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter' Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe's No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will work closely with other functional teams, to develop products to meet our customer's needs. Within this role you will have the opportunity to undertake cutting-edge research of novel mechanical technologies to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Responsibilities: Carry out Mechanical Design and proving activities as part of a wider team for prime and variant products, of both piece parts and assemblies. Support/liaise with manufacturing, resolving manufacturing problems & defects. Support to functional & environmental testing and trials. Liaise with suppliers/purchasing to resolve any technical queries that may arise. Planning and reporting on own day-to-day activities to meet project milestones. Gain clarification of and help to generate requirements, including challenging of extraneous requirements to reduce lead time, UPC and design complexity Skillset/experience required: Experience using Creo 3D design tool Knowledge of several of the following Manufacturing processes Tolerance studies Environmental test Mass property calculations Material selection FMEA Design for Manufacture/Assembly Environmental Gasket Sealing Tooling/fixtures design Structural design Defence Standards Review processes Product Lifecycles Industrial validation An ability to work as part of a multifunctional engineering team and be able to partake in or host design reviews. An appreciation of other engineering areas/domains.

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 3x FPGA Design Engineer Subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. Rate: £90.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at 'time and a quarter' Location: Stevenage or Bristol depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 3 days min on site, other 2 remote. However, at times, there could be requirement for fully on site (depending on workload) Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview FPGA Design Engineer Job Description: For this role, we are seeking an experienced FPGA design and verification engineer ( 4+ years), to support the development of our growing portfolio of complex FPGA projects. The current portfolio ranges from advanced signal processing systems (ImageRadio), core embedded processing systems, through to safety & security critical systems. Responsibilities: The role involves working at all phases of the FPGA design and verification cycle; hence, the candidate would be responsible some of the following key activities: Generating complex FPGA architectures and design implementations (VHDL, Simulink etc), targeting Xilinx, Intel, Microsemi devices. Verifying complex FPGA implementations using VHDL and System VerilogUVM test-bench methodologies. Using FPGA design toolsets and Mentor verification tools (QuestaSim & ModelSim). Generating low-level software (C) to facilitate FPGA test and integration with the wider embedded system. Configuring and Documenting designs to a high professional standard. Working as part of a multidiscipline team to deliver complex FPGA based projects. Skillset/experience required: Ideally we are looking for candidates that are degree qualified (or equivalent) with significant experience in FPGA development. Competent VHDL Language and Design Skills. Competent Verification Skills using VHDL and SystemVerilog methodologies A deep proven level of experience designing for Xilinx, Intel or Microsemi FPGAs Experience of professionally configuring and documenting designs Experience of working as part of a large multidiscipline team

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 3x FPGA Design Engineer Subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. Rate: £90.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at 'time and a quarter' Location: Stevenage or Bristol depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 3 days min on site, other 2 remote. However, at times, there could be requirement for fully on site (depending on workload) Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview FPGA Design Engineer Job Description: For this role, we are seeking an experienced FPGA design and verification engineer ( 4+ years), to support the development of our growing portfolio of complex FPGA projects. The current portfolio ranges from advanced signal processing systems (ImageRadio), core embedded processing systems, through to safety & security critical systems. Responsibilities: The role involves working at all phases of the FPGA design and verification cycle; hence, the candidate would be responsible some of the following key activities: Generating complex FPGA architectures and design implementations (VHDL, Simulink etc), targeting Xilinx, Intel, Microsemi devices. Verifying complex FPGA implementations using VHDL and System VerilogUVM test-bench methodologies. Using FPGA design toolsets and Mentor verification tools (QuestaSim & ModelSim). Generating low-level software (C) to facilitate FPGA test and integration with the wider embedded system. Configuring and Documenting designs to a high professional standard. Working as part of a multidiscipline team to deliver complex FPGA based projects. Skillset/experience required: Ideally we are looking for candidates that are degree qualified (or equivalent) with significant experience in FPGA development. Competent VHDL Language and Design Skills. Competent Verification Skills using VHDL and SystemVerilog methodologies A deep proven level of experience designing for Xilinx, Intel or Microsemi FPGAs Experience of professionally configuring and documenting designs Experience of working as part of a large multidiscipline team

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit 4x Electronic Engineering Technician - Production Design Support subcontractors. Key areas being sought: Soldering experience Measurement & Test Interpretation of drawings & diagrams Certain NVQs, IPCs (Re-work, modification & repair 7711, IPC-A-610) etc would be beneficial Rate: £33.55 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at 'time and a quarter' Location: Bolton Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Electronic Engineering Technician - Production Design Support Job Description: The role offers the candidate a true engineering challenge in their core discipline(s), whilst providing scope for personal growth and development in other areas of electronics. Working within design support is a highly rewarding role as see designs coming to life in the manufacturing environment as you deliver support to our customers. Responsibilities: We have a phenomenal opportunity for an Electronic Engineering Technician to play a role in the support of production activities at our state of the art manufacturing facilities. You will carry out a range of technical activities under guidance in line with all relevant process, quality and other requirements. Whilst the primary aim is focused on highly advanced, module missile programmes and subsystems, there is also scope to work on other unique opportunities including support to launcher assemblies. Skillset/experience required: Ideally NVQ Level 3 in Electronic & Electrical Engineering 2+Years prior work experience in a similar role (hands-on in a laboratory or manufacturing environment/ shop floor role). HNC/HND in Electronic & Electrical Engineering Experience of inspection and verification of engineering work and manufactured equipment against standards and specifications. Ability to carry out a range of design, test and technical investigations across a range of products and propose robust Corrective Actions. Experience in compiling data for test results, problem assessments and design improvements, and producing concise engineering documentation to support the in-service use of products. Experience in resolving problems and issues and where appropriate, capturing non-conformances and non-compliances using established standards, practices and tools, Use verbal communication, negotiation and influencing skills to interface with customers and stakeholders in relation to issue resolution. Ability to keep full and accurate records of work, activities and methods carried out. Willingness to contribute as appropriate to engineering team decisions

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Security Vetting Officer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Rate: £26.85 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at 'time and a quarter' Location: Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a hybrid role of 2 days per week onsite and the rest working from home. Contract: 37 Hours per week. Monday to Thursday 08:30-17:00, Friday 08:30 to 14:00 Week A, Friday 08:30 to 16:00 Week B Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Security Vetting Officer Job Description: An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the dynamic and vibrant environment of security vetting. This is a crucial area of the business which supports the delivery of security cleared personnel. You will be part of a highly motivated and progressive team who are the first layer of security in ensuring any personnel risks are identified and managed. Support Recruitment in obtaining security clearances and checks for all new employees. Supporting with the management of confidential and complex vetting enquiries. Be point of contact for vetting issues/problems. Liaise with UKSV and other external agencies when appropriate. Work with external IT platform to obtain and update security clearances. Provide support to areas of Security Services. Lead on departmental projects for successful implementation to meet deadlines. In addition, you will be required to support the Personnel Security Manager in the successful implementation of the Vetting Strategy. Your role will be diverse and fast-paced as you support the department and business in achieving its objectives and reducing risk to the organisation. Skillset/experience required: Essential: Experience of HMG BPSS and UKSV vetting processes Excellent interpersonal skills Able to work under pressure and prioritise work as required Professional meticulous approach, with a keen eye for detail Experienced on the use of electronic Vetting Databases and multi IT platforms 'Can do' positive attitude for success Desirable: Experience and knowledge of MOD and defence industry Relevant vetting and Personnel Security experience or qualification Awareness and knowledge of recruitment and on boarding processes for defence industry Personnel Security awareness for the ongoing aftercare of security cleared staff Presentational experience for the delivery of training