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Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and youll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, youll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most click apply for full job details

Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: This role focuses on delivering complex hardware design activities in line with development plans, budgets and schedules. It includes capturing requirements, producing preliminary and detailed designs, and performing the necessary analysis to ensure robust solutions. The position encourages innovation by identifying improvements to both design approaches and wider engineering practices, while working collaboratively with other disciplines to optimise system level outcomes and manage dependencies effectively. Alongside technical delivery, the role provides guidance and support across digital and analogue electronics development, helping ensure high quality engineering outputs. It also involves coaching junior engineers to build capability within the team and producing design artefacts that meet company and industry standards. Core duties: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification You will have the ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs and capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle You will have a robust understanding of product design and work package control It is also desirable to have experience of Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice and System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink The Hardware Team: You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: This role focuses on delivering complex hardware design activities in line with development plans, budgets and schedules. It includes capturing requirements, producing preliminary and detailed designs, and performing the necessary analysis to ensure robust solutions. The position encourages innovation by identifying improvements to both design approaches and wider engineering practices, while working collaboratively with other disciplines to optimise system level outcomes and manage dependencies effectively. Alongside technical delivery, the role provides guidance and support across digital and analogue electronics development, helping ensure high quality engineering outputs. It also involves coaching junior engineers to build capability within the team and producing design artefacts that meet company and industry standards. Core duties: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification You will have the ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs and capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle You will have a robust understanding of product design and work package control It is also desirable to have experience of Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice and System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink The Hardware Team: You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: This role focuses on delivering complex hardware design activities in line with development plans, budgets and schedules. It includes capturing requirements, producing preliminary and detailed designs, and performing the necessary analysis to ensure robust solutions. The position encourages innovation by identifying improvements to both design approaches and wider engineering practices, while working collaboratively with other disciplines to optimise system level outcomes and manage dependencies effectively. Alongside technical delivery, the role provides guidance and support across digital and analogue electronics development, helping ensure high quality engineering outputs. It also involves coaching junior engineers to build capability within the team and producing design artefacts that meet company and industry standards. Core duties: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification You will have the ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs and capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle You will have a robust understanding of product design and work package control It is also desirable to have experience of Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice and System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink The Hardware Team: You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: This role focuses on delivering complex hardware design activities in line with development plans, budgets and schedules. It includes capturing requirements, producing preliminary and detailed designs, and performing the necessary analysis to ensure robust solutions. The position encourages innovation by identifying improvements to both design approaches and wider engineering practices, while working collaboratively with other disciplines to optimise system level outcomes and manage dependencies effectively. Alongside technical delivery, the role provides guidance and support across digital and analogue electronics development, helping ensure high quality engineering outputs. It also involves coaching junior engineers to build capability within the team and producing design artefacts that meet company and industry standards. Core duties: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification You will have the ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs and capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle You will have a robust understanding of product design and work package control It is also desirable to have experience of Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice and System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink The Hardware Team: You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: This role focuses on delivering complex hardware design activities in line with development plans, budgets and schedules. It includes capturing requirements, producing preliminary and detailed designs, and performing the necessary analysis to ensure robust solutions. The position encourages innovation by identifying improvements to both design approaches and wider engineering practices, while working collaboratively with other disciplines to optimise system level outcomes and manage dependencies effectively. Alongside technical delivery, the role provides guidance and support across digital and analogue electronics development, helping ensure high quality engineering outputs. It also involves coaching junior engineers to build capability within the team and producing design artefacts that meet company and industry standards. Core duties: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification You will have the ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs and capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle You will have a robust understanding of product design and work package control It is also desirable to have experience of Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice and System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink The Hardware Team: You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: This role focuses on delivering complex hardware design activities in line with development plans, budgets and schedules. It includes capturing requirements, producing preliminary and detailed designs, and performing the necessary analysis to ensure robust solutions. The position encourages innovation by identifying improvements to both design approaches and wider engineering practices, while working collaboratively with other disciplines to optimise system level outcomes and manage dependencies effectively. Alongside technical delivery, the role provides guidance and support across digital and analogue electronics development, helping ensure high quality engineering outputs. It also involves coaching junior engineers to build capability within the team and producing design artefacts that meet company and industry standards. Core duties: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification You will have the ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs and capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle You will have a robust understanding of product design and work package control It is also desirable to have experience of Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice and System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink The Hardware Team: You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: This role focuses on delivering complex hardware design activities in line with development plans, budgets and schedules. It includes capturing requirements, producing preliminary and detailed designs, and performing the necessary analysis to ensure robust solutions. The position encourages innovation by identifying improvements to both design approaches and wider engineering practices, while working collaboratively with other disciplines to optimise system level outcomes and manage dependencies effectively. Alongside technical delivery, the role provides guidance and support across digital and analogue electronics development, helping ensure high quality engineering outputs. It also involves coaching junior engineers to build capability within the team and producing design artefacts that meet company and industry standards. Core duties: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification You will have the ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs and capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle You will have a robust understanding of product design and work package control It is also desirable to have experience of Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice and System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink The Hardware Team: You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: This role focuses on delivering complex hardware design activities in line with development plans, budgets and schedules. It includes capturing requirements, producing preliminary and detailed designs, and performing the necessary analysis to ensure robust solutions. The position encourages innovation by identifying improvements to both design approaches and wider engineering practices, while working collaboratively with other disciplines to optimise system level outcomes and manage dependencies effectively. Alongside technical delivery, the role provides guidance and support across digital and analogue electronics development, helping ensure high quality engineering outputs. It also involves coaching junior engineers to build capability within the team and producing design artefacts that meet company and industry standards. Core duties: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification You will have the ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs and capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle You will have a robust understanding of product design and work package control It is also desirable to have experience of Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice and System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink The Hardware Team: You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: This role focuses on delivering complex hardware design activities in line with development plans, budgets and schedules. It includes capturing requirements, producing preliminary and detailed designs, and performing the necessary analysis to ensure robust solutions. The position encourages innovation by identifying improvements to both design approaches and wider engineering practices, while working collaboratively with other disciplines to optimise system level outcomes and manage dependencies effectively. Alongside technical delivery, the role provides guidance and support across digital and analogue electronics development, helping ensure high quality engineering outputs. It also involves coaching junior engineers to build capability within the team and producing design artefacts that meet company and industry standards. Core duties: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification You will have the ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs and capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle You will have a robust understanding of product design and work package control It is also desirable to have experience of Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice and System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink The Hardware Team: You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester - Onsite Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per annum Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: This role focuses on delivering complex hardware design activities in line with development plans, budgets and schedules. It includes capturing requirements, producing preliminary and detailed designs, and performing the necessary analysis to ensure robust solutions. The position encourages innovation by identifying improvements to both design approaches and wider engineering practices, while working collaboratively with other disciplines to optimise system level outcomes and manage dependencies effectively. Alongside technical delivery, the role provides guidance and support across digital and analogue electronics development, helping ensure high quality engineering outputs. It also involves coaching junior engineers to build capability within the team and producing design artefacts that meet company and industry standards. Core duties: You will have a degree/HND in electronics engineering or an equivalent qualification You will have proven knowledge and experience of digital &/or analogue electronics technologies You will have experience of working through the engineering development lifecycle, from concept to product certification You will have the ability to demonstrate a good appreciation of cost and schedule constraints on designs, to meet programme needs and capable of providing robust engineering judgement in all phases of the engineering development lifecycle You will have a robust understanding of product design and work package control It is also desirable to have experience of Mentor Graphics Expedition Enterprise, Analogue simulations tools, such as Simetrix or Spice and System development tools, such as Enterprise Architect, Matlab, Simulink The Hardware Team: You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team to formulate and optimise innovative hardware engineering solutions, for products such as Helmet Mounted & Head-Up Displays, Mission Computers, Flight Controls , Active Inceptors, and other associated safety-critical technology. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work with innovating cutting-edge projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Principal Digital Electronics Engineer 12 months 84.55 per hour (inside IR35) Hybrid working (Portsmouth) About the Opportunity We are seeking a Principal Digital Electronics Engineer to help deliver advanced electronic solutions across some of the most complex and high-profile defence and security programmes in the UK. This is a technical leadership role where you will shape digital hardware architectures, influence system-level design decisions, and mentor engineers across the full product lifecycle - from concept through to production and in-service support. What You'll Be Doing Lead the architecture, design and development of complex digital electronic systems Define and review FPGA, SoC, and high-speed digital designs Oversee requirements capture, design documentation, and verification strategies Provide technical authority and governance across multiple projects Support system integration, validation, and qualification activities Collaborate with systems, software, firmware, mechanical and safety teams Engage with customers and suppliers at a technical level Mentor and develop senior and junior engineers Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and standards Your Skills & Experience Essential: Extensive experience in digital electronics design Strong background in FPGA/ASIC development (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog) Experience with high-speed interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, SERDES) Proven ability to lead technical teams or large work packages Experience with requirements management and verification methodologies Understanding of signal integrity, timing analysis, and hardware debugging Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronic Engineering or related discipline Desirable: Experience in safety-critical or regulated industries Knowledge of secure or resilient system design Familiarity with DOORS, MATLAB, or similar tools Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)

Principal Digital Electronics Engineer 12 months 84.55 per hour (inside IR35) Hybrid working About the Opportunity We are seeking a Principal Digital Electronics Engineer to help deliver advanced electronic solutions across some of the most complex and high-profile defence and security programmes in the UK. This is a technical leadership role where you will shape digital hardware architectures, influence system-level design decisions, and mentor engineers across the full product lifecycle - from concept through to production and in-service support. What You'll Be Doing Lead the architecture, design and development of complex digital electronic systems Define and review FPGA, SoC, and high-speed digital designs Oversee requirements capture, design documentation, and verification strategies Provide technical authority and governance across multiple projects Support system integration, validation, and qualification activities Collaborate with systems, software, firmware, mechanical and safety teams Engage with customers and suppliers at a technical level Mentor and develop senior and junior engineers Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and standards Your Skills & Experience Essential: Extensive experience in digital electronics design Strong background in FPGA/ASIC development (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog) Experience with high-speed interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, SERDES) Proven ability to lead technical teams or large work packages Experience with requirements management and verification methodologies Understanding of signal integrity, timing analysis, and hardware debugging Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronic Engineering or related discipline Desirable: Experience in safety-critical or regulated industries Knowledge of secure or resilient system design Familiarity with DOORS, MATLAB, or similar tools Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)

I'm recruiting for a Software Test Lead/Principle Test Engineer to join my client based in North Bristol. A critical requirement for this role is experience testing complex, mission critical systems that integrate software with connected hardware or physical devices. Many of the products combine mobile applications, cloud services, and real world hardware, so you must be experienced working in environments where reliability, performance, and safety are paramount. You'll be joining an exciting scale up that develop genuinely meaningful technology designed to keep frontline personnel safe, connected, and operational in high pressure environments. They are the nicest bunch of people and you'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team and will lead testing across multiple complex projects. The role requires attendance in the Bristol office three days per week so you will need to be comfortable with this, and due to the sensitive nature of some projects, candidates must either hold a British passport or have lived in the UK continuously for the past five years to obtain the required security clearance. The organisation works exclusively on technology designed to protect people, so all projects are firmly in the "tech for good" space. The Test Team currently consists of nine test engineers, and they are now seeking a Principal level hire to act as a senior technical and strategic figure within the team. This position combines hands on delivery with higher level leadership responsibilities. You will help shape test strategy, guide quality practices across multiple engineering teams, and ensure testing is embedded early in the development life cycle. Working closely with developers, product owners, and stakeholders, you'll promote realistic, testable requirements and a strong culture of quality throughout the organisation. Initially, the role will involve leading predominantly manual testing across mobile, hardware integrated, and cloud based systems, while also playing a key part in shaping the company's continued investment in automation and AI. Current automation technologies include Playwright and Python based frameworks. What you'll be doing: Define and govern comprehensive testing approaches that ensure mission critical systems meet strict safety, reliability and regulatory expectations Embed within agile delivery teams, contributing to ceremonies and working closely with stakeholders to clarify and validate requirements Plan and execute structured testing activities, including defect management, prioritisation and clear communication of results Drive the growth of automated testing - you don't need to be hands on with it yourself Provide expert guidance throughout acceptance, release and deployment stages to support smooth, low risk delivery Lead, coach and support senior engineers, fostering capability growth and encouraging best practice across the team Exploring emerging approaches including AI driven tooling What they're looking for: Proven experience leading or coordinating testing activities for mission critical systems Strong interest in technology, innovation, and AI Solid background in manual testing across complex systems (mobile, hardware integrated, or distributed platforms) Knowledge of automation tools without needing to be necessarily hands on yourself Familiarity with CI/CD environments (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) and modern QA practices A curious, pragmatic mindset and drive for continuous improvement This is a company where testing is highly valued and you'll have a real opportunity to influence strategy, shape the future of testing within the organisation, and contribute to technology that makes a real difference. The salary is up to 85,000 depending on experience. If you'd like to learn more, please apply to Sam Miller at SR2 - Socially Responsible Recruitment

Cheltenham Job description Salary: A salary range of £47,866 to £56,082, including a concessionary payment of £2,658, and a skills payment. The final amount depends on your skills and experience. You'll also receive a one-off recruitment bonus of £3,500 (£1,750 on arrival and £1,750 on successful completion of probation) Flexible working: We offer a range of flexible working patterns, including full time, part time, and compressed hours to support your individual needs. While homeworking isn't possible due to the nature of the role, we can offer flexibility, such as variations in start and finish times, where business needs allow. About us GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber attacks and espionage. At GCHQ you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The role As a Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Antenna Design Engineer, you'll work closely with our Principal RF Engineer on RF antenna design, while also contributing to wider electronic hardware design, research, and testing. As part of a mixed team of software, hardware, and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) engineers, you'll work on projects ranging from embedded antenna design to propagation modelling. Responsibilities span component level RF design involvement across the full lifecycle from design to delivery, identifying and helping to mitigate technical risks, and producing high quality design and test documentation. You'll also be involved in hardware Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and system level testing and verification, contributing to future antenna and RF technique research, developing and maintaining BASH/C wrapper helper scripts, and integrating with and testing a variety of capabilities. About you You bring several years of experience in a similar role, preferably with practical experience in component level Antenna design. Your background may also include working on matching networks, filter design, PA or LNA analysis and specification or other component level electronic design. You also have: Experience working with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts The ability to engage internal and external customers and work with other organisations A proactive mindset, with the motivation to spot opportunities, adapt quickly and learn new skills Experience in successfully delivering projects from design to delivery Experience with scripting and basic coding (BASH, Python or C on Microcontrollers), along with familiarity with Microsoft Office and ANSYS, is desirable but not essential. We'll provide comprehensive training to ensure you have the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Training and development The first three days of your time with us will be dedicated to a comprehensive department induction, designed to help you understand how things work and who does what. At GCHQ, we're committed to your growth and development. You'll have dedicated time and space for continuous learning, experimentation, and improvement, with up to 30% of your time available for personal development. We'll support your professional development, including opportunities to gain accreditations such as Chartered Engineer (CEng) status if that's the route you wish to pursue. You'll also be assigned a buddy who'll provide guidance and support throughout your time with us. Your training and ongoing support will be tailored to you, as you'll be working within a small team where development can be shaped around your needs. While most training is delivered in house, we also offer regular opportunities to top up your knowledge through external training providers. You'll have the chance to either mentor a junior colleague or be mentored by someone more experienced, depending on what will best support your growth. Your learning will draw on the broad expertise across the team, and you'll also be encouraged to identify additional courses or learning opportunities that help deepen your knowledge in specific areas. Throughout your career here, you'll have continued access to the support and resources needed to pursue relevant accreditations, ensuring you can grow in the direction that's right for you. Rewards and benefits We offer a competitive salary between £47,866 to £56,082, dependent on your skills and experience. This includes a concessionary payment of £2,658 and a skills payment. All successful candidates receive a one off recruitment bonus of £3,500. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme An interest free season ticket loan An excellent pension scheme A cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave Equal opportunities At GCHQ diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website. We're Disability Confident GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions 'Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential minimum criteria for this position, will be offered an interview, if it is practical for us to do so. (This is known as Offer of an Interview.) To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria (in order of application process) are: Evidence of successfully delivering a technical project or piece of work Extensive component level RF or Antenna Design experience Experience with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts Experience engaging with a range of different stakeholders There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best; see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to expect Application sift Online Technical and Competency based interview, including a presentation If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 to 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before you apply To work at GCHQ you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. Read about our eligibility criteria. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. Find out more about the vetting process. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs, and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more securely. The role is based in Cheltenham, so you'll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to withdraw statement Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.

Senior Structural and Mechanical Systems Engineer Space/Satellite Guildford Hybrid Competitive salary & package We are seeking a Senior Structural and Mechanical Systems Engineer to help shape and influence current and future flight spacecraft structures and mechanical systems. As part of the mechanical team, you will play a vital role in spacecraft layout, structural developments, and the analysis of new structural systems. You will oversee structural and mechanical sub-systems from concept through to ground verification testing and flight, working closely with mechanical design and principal engineers. The role involves a combination of structural design, analysis, and testing activities, as well as supporting the development of spacecraft mechanical systems to ensure reliable operation in demanding environments. This work focuses on delivering innovative and robust solutions for spacecraft structures and mechanical systems Key Tasks Technical Leadership : Serve as the Technical Lead for structural and mechanical system design for spacecraft structures. Work Package Management: Develop and maintain schedules and budgets for mechanical and structural Work Packages, reporting budget and schedule deviations and managing risks. Risk Management: Identify, monitor, and mitigate structural and mechanical systems risks. Requirement Management: Flow down customer requirements to subsystem and hardware levels, ensuring compliance and validation. Development Plans: Define, organise, and implement structural development, qualification, and validation plans. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Analytical Modelling: Develop and manage analytical models for structures and subsystems using FEA, performing static, dynamic, and quasi-static analyses to validate numerical results with test data and determine structural margins of safety. Refine numerical models to ensure alignment with experimental data. Environmental Specifications : Derive environmental envelope specifications from launch documentation, analytical results, and test data. Mass Properties Management: Manage structural and system mass properties including mass, centre of gravity and moments/ products of inertia. Test Campaigns: Define, organise, and lead structural testing (vibration, static, acoustic, shock, and mass properties) Documentation: Maintain design/analysis logs, document analysis activities, and write test and compliance reports. Customer Engagement: Present work at internal and external reviews, ensuring effective communication and reporting. PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications A good degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Experience 10+ years analytical design experience for structures Knowledge & Skills Use of software packages including Nastran, HyperMesh, SmartOffice, MATLAB, Ansys Workbench, Solidworks Analysis of both lightweight metallic and composite materials to provide margin of safety/reserve factors using a combination of hand stressing and FEA. Experience of spacecraft level static, dynamic and thermo-elastic analysis using the latest FEA tools. Exposure to spacecraft development and qualification planning Experience of spacecraft mechanical testing such as vibration, static and shock. Ability to manage work packages and be responsible for delivery of work to budget and on schedule Good management and organisational skills Benefits Highly competitive Salary. Flexible working policies. 32 days annual leave + BH. Annual Company Bonus Scheme. Up to 8% employer pension contribution. Life Assurance (6X salary). Private Health Care. Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave. Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes.

JOB DESCRIPTION Job title: Senior Software Engineer - GCS Location: Fareham, Hampshire Responsible to: Principal Engineer - GCS Liaison with: All staff, sub-contractors, customers, and suppliers About the role: To work on the development of user-facing Ground Control Station (GCS) software designed to enable operators to remotely control and monitor autonomous vehicles beyond visual line-of-sight. This role focuses on developing robust, intuitive interfaces using C++, Qt, QML, and JavaScript, while also incorporating modern UX principles and thorough testing methodologies. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising user interfaces that must enable operators to navigate complex tactical situations without overwhelming them. You will be expected to run UI experiments with our in-house team of operations experts and with key customers to determine critical software requirements. You should be comfortable handling complex workloads across R&D, prototyping, and mission-critical production deployments. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Work on the design and development of user-facing GCS software for autonomous vehicle monitoring and control. Build and maintain user interface software using C++, Qt, QML, and JavaScript. Engage with operators to gather requirements, validate usability, and refine user experience. Develop prototypes and storyboards to capture user requirements and iterate on design concepts. Ensure software robustness through rigorous testing, validation, and performance optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including autonomy and hardware engineers, to integrate software solutions. Document and maintain codebases with a focus on readability, scalability, and maintainability. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers . PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential qualifications, skills and experience: Extensive experience in C++ and Qt, ideally including QML and JavaScript. Strong understanding of user interface design principles, particularly for mission-critical systems. Experience defining software requirements, developing architectures, and producing robust implementations. Proficiency in software testing methodologies, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing. UI testing techniques, including automated testing, usability testing, and end-to-end testing, is highly desirable. Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with end-users to gather requirements. Proven ability to work independently and manage complex workloads effectively . Desirable qualifications, skills and experience: as above but not essential for the role Experience with storyboarding and UX design software (e.g., Figma , Sketch, Adobe XD ). Prior experience working in remote control systems, robotics, or defence-related industries. Knowledge of the maritime environment , nautical charts , or survey software . Familiarity with HTML/CSS and WebSockets. Familiarity with cloud-based systems, containerization Key behaviours that align with our commitment to excellence, collaboration and efficiency within the workplace: To be punctual and manage workload effectively to meet deadlines and priorities Clearly convey ideas and information while actively listening to others Work well with colleagues to achieve common goals and support team members as needed Identify issues and develop practical solutions in a timely manner Maintain a high standard of conduct, respecting confidentiality and addressing challenges respectfully Ensure work is accurate, thorough and free from errors through careful review Take ownership of tasks, following through on commitments Maintain professionalism in client interactions General accountabilities and responsibilities: To use personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day-to-day activities and procedures within the specified role To maintain personal ability in, and appropriate use of, all relevant IT (Information and Technology) and other systems required to adequately perform the role To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments to deliver business objectives or deadlines To carry out any other duties as detailed by a member of the senior management team or authorised representative To keep good time management to minimise any wasted time and maximise productivity and effectiveness Health & Safety responsibilities: To ensure that the working area is a clean and a safe environment in compliance with the best practice and health and safety policies To ensure any equipment used is safe, within electrical test date and all guards and interlocks are working and in place To act safely and responsibly in line with company processes and Health and Safety procedures to ensure your safety and the safety of others To report any potential Health and safety hazards or violations to your line manager or directly to the QHSE Manager To ensure any PPE or work wear required or provided for the job is worn and checked regularly for wear and then reported when replacements required

Job title: Principal Software Engineer - Autonomy Location: Fareham, Hampshire Responsible to: Autonomy & Control Director Liaison with: All staff, sub-contractors, customers, and suppliers Role overview: To lead the software development of a high-level autonomy capability to be deployed to autonomous vehicles. This is a diverse R&D-led role covering vessel guidance, mission frameworks and behaviours, obstacle avoidance, and other high-level capabilities including modern AI techniques. Most development will require strong expertise with C++, Python, ROS/ROS2, DDS, and embedded Linux environments. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising autonomy algorithms and systems in both experimental and production settings. You should be comfortable handling complex workloads across R&D, prototyping, and mission-critical production deployments. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Lead the development and implementation of high-level autonomous behaviours for unmanned vehicles. Design and optimise algorithms for obstacle avoidance, path planning, and mission-level autonomy. Work extensively with ROS2, DDS, and Linux-based systems to develop robust autonomy software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including perception, navigation, and hardware engineers, to integrate autonomy solutions. Develop and maintain high-quality, well-documented code using C++ and Python. Conduct rigorous testing and validation of autonomy software in both simulated and real-world environments. Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior engineers and researchers. Balance R&D experimentation with production-level software deployment and optimisation. PERSON SPECIFICIATION Essential skills, knowledge and experience: Extensive experience in C++, with a focus on software architecture and algorithms. Strong understanding of autonomous system design, including motion planning, state estimation, and behaviour-based control. Experience working with Linux, including system-level debugging and performance tuning. Solid knowledge of real-time systems, distributed computing, and middleware communication frameworks. Experience developing and deploying software in an R&D and production environment. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to innovate and iterate on autonomy algorithms. Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical ideas clearly. Desirable skills, knowledge and experience: Proven expertise in ROS or ROS2 and/or DDS based systems, Python. Experience with sensor fusion techniques (LIDAR, RADAR, cameras, IMUs). Knowledge of deep learning-based perception for autonomous systems. Experience with simulation tools such as Gazebo, CARLA, or Unreal Engine. Familiarity with real-time and embedded systems. Familiarity with cloud-based robotics and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Familiarity with PX4 and MAVLink based flight control systems. Previous work in the defence, aerospace, or maritime autonomy sectors. Key behaviours that align with our commitment to excellence, collaboration and efficiency within the workplace: To be punctual and manage workload effectively to meet deadlines and priorities. Clearly convey ideas and information while actively listening to others. Work well with colleagues to achieve common goals and support team members as needed. Identify issues and develop practical solutions in a timely manner. Maintain a high standard of conduct, respecting confidentiality and addressing challenges respectfully. Ensure work is accurate, thorough and free from errors through careful review. Take ownership of tasks, following through on commitments. Maintain professionalism in client interactions. General accountabilities and responsibilities: To use personal judgement and initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles in day-to-day activities and procedures within the specified role To maintain personal ability in, and appropriate use of, all relevant IT (Information and Technology) and other systems required to adequately perform the role To act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the business at all times To maintain a professional and supportive relationship with team members and other departments to deliver business objectives or deadlines To carry out any other duties as detailed by a member of the senior management team or authorised representative To keep good time management to minimise any wasted time and maximise productivity and effectiveness Health & Safety responsibilities: To ensure that the working area is a clean and a safe environment in compliance with the best practice and health and safety policies To ensure any equipment used is safe, within electrical test date and all guards and interlocks are working and in place To act safely and responsibly in line with company processes and Health and Safety procedures to ensure your safety and the safety of others To report any potential Health and safety hazards or violations to your line manager or directly to the QHSE Manager To ensure any PPE or work wear required or provided for the job is worn and checked regularly for wear and then reported when replacements required