Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 Electronics Engineer Apprentice - Level 6 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Start Date: 06 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Templecombe Working Schedule: Monday - Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday - Thursday, 5 hours Friday) Turn your curiosity into a career. If you're passionate about engineering, eager to learn, and looking for a degree apprenticeship that combines academic study with exciting on-the-job experience, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits of the programme: Earn a salary while studying Gain hands-on experience in a real engineering environment Receive job-specific training and development Achieve a recognised qualification Secure a permanent role from the start of your apprenticeship Have your university tuition fees fully paid About the Role An Electronics Engineering Apprenticeship at Thales is a hands-on entry route into engineering, where you learn electronics design, integration, testing, and troubleshooting while working alongside qualified engineers on real programmes. The exact scope can vary by team, the role centres on building and validating electronic solutions. What You Will Do Support electronics design and developmentAssisting with circuit design activities, component selection, schematic/layout reviews, or adapting existing designs. Build and integrate hardwareWorking with breadboards/prototypes and progressing to production-relevant hardware (e.g., assembling modules, wiring, integrating sub-systems). Test and verify equipmentUsing test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, mustimeters, signal generators) to validate functionality against requirements, debug faults, and document results. Troubleshoot and problem-solveInvestigating issues found during lab testing, system integration, or trials, then helping implement fixes or process improvements. Document engineering workWriting test reports, maintaining records, updating documentation, and contributing to engineering reviews. Work in a safety/quality-focused environmentFollowing procedures, configuration control practices, and quality standards relevant to Thales and its programmes. What You Will Learn Core electronics fundamentals (analogue/digital concepts, power, signal integrity basics, interfaces) Engineering processes (requirements, verification/validation, configuration management) Practical test methods and interpretation of measurement results Teamworking and professional engineering behaviours (reviews, clear reporting, traceability) Typical environment & day-to-day You'll usually split time between: On-the-job training with engineers in labs/engineering teams (practical hardware/test work) Structured apprenticeship learning (college/college-equivalent coursework leading toward a qualification in engineering or electronics) Skills and qualities that help A strong interest in electronics and how systems work Ability to follow technical instructions and procedures Curiosity and persistence when debugging Clear communication and attention to detail (especially for test data and documentation) Basic competence with tools (e.g., soldering/assembly, spreadsheets/measurement logs) is beneficial Degree Apprenticeship Programme You will study towards a Level 6 BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering Degree Apprenticeship with Exeter University. In your first year you will be given a broad theoretical and practical knowledge across all core engineering disciplines, before progressing onto increasingly advanced topics later in the course. Years one and two provide core fundamental knowledge of engineering principles, as well as applying mathematics to engineering problems. Years three and four are spent applying your knowledge to engineering problems. You will complete a Technical Report and Presentation in the final year: an opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills to devise an engineering solution at a professional level in an area of engineering study that aligns to your role at Thales. By the end of the programme, you will have achieved a BEng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering as well as a Level 6 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Degree Apprenticeship. Programme structure: Throughout the four-year programme, you will combine university study with practical workplace experience, developing both academic knowledge and professional engineering skills. Lectures and workshops are delivered through a series of 2-week blocks spaced throughout your degree apprenticeship Alongside campus taught lecturers, you will have access to digital resources and discipline experts to support your studies. Entry Requirements To apply, you will need: A Levels Three A Levels at ABB, including a Grade B in Maths and a Science subject. Or BTEC Extended Diploma (DDM) Applicants studying one of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas will be considered: Applied Science; Aeronautical Engineering; Building Services; Engineering Construction and the Built Environment; Civil Engineering; Operations and Maintenance Engineering; Computer Engineering; Electrical/Electronic Engineering; Engineering; Manufacturing Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Environmental Sustainability. Or T Level (Distinction) Required Subjects: Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering; Manufacturing; Processing and Control; Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering: Manufacturing only, Surveying and Planning for Construction. GCSEs Minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 4-9 (A-C) Must include: English Maths Please note that applicants who already hold a relevant degree will not be eligible for this programme. Benefits • Competitive salary of £24,000 per annum • Performance-related pay uplifts • Holiday entitlement of 201 hours a year (plus a company day and bank holidays) • Contributory Company Pension • Health Care Cash Plan • Hybrid/flexible working options • Employee assistance programme • Learning and development support • Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives • Life Cover • 80 Hours Volunteering per year (first two years) Thales Apprentice Recruitment Process 1. Apply Online - submit your application online to register your interest. You only need to register for one role as you will have the opportunity to apply for additional roles at the full application stage. 2. Upload Your CV 3. Check your emails for the invitation to apply - this will comefrom 4. Complete Your Application - follow the link provided in the email to complete your application. You can apply for one primary role and up to 3 additional roles. 5. Complete Online Tests - undertake the online assessments designed to evaluate your suitability for the role. 6. Virtual Assessment Centre - candidates who progress from the online assessment stage will attend a virtual assessment centre, which will include group exercises, and competency-based interviews. 7. Job Offer - successful candidates who perform well throughout the recruitment process will receive a job offer from Thales. For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate, or an Apprentice, please visit Thales Future Talent - Connectr . Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2027. Induction week for all Graduate and Apprentices will take place from Monday 6 September - Friday 10 September 2027. Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 17 February 2027, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2027 with details of next steps. PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY. Because of the work we do at Thales, all roles are subject to security requirements. To be considered for this position, you must have the permanent right to work in the UK and be able to successfully complete and maintain UK Government security checks, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening and Security Clearance (SC) . click apply for full job details
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 Electronics Engineer Apprentice - Level 6 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Start Date: 06 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Templecombe Working Schedule: Monday - Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday - Thursday, 5 hours Friday) Turn your curiosity into a career. If you're passionate about engineering, eager to learn, and looking for a degree apprenticeship that combines academic study with exciting on-the-job experience, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits of the programme: Earn a salary while studying Gain hands-on experience in a real engineering environment Receive job-specific training and development Achieve a recognised qualification Secure a permanent role from the start of your apprenticeship Have your university tuition fees fully paid About the Role An Electronics Engineering Apprenticeship at Thales is a hands-on entry route into engineering, where you learn electronics design, integration, testing, and troubleshooting while working alongside qualified engineers on real programmes. The exact scope can vary by team, the role centres on building and validating electronic solutions. What You Will Do Support electronics design and developmentAssisting with circuit design activities, component selection, schematic/layout reviews, or adapting existing designs. Build and integrate hardwareWorking with breadboards/prototypes and progressing to production-relevant hardware (e.g., assembling modules, wiring, integrating sub-systems). Test and verify equipmentUsing test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, mustimeters, signal generators) to validate functionality against requirements, debug faults, and document results. Troubleshoot and problem-solveInvestigating issues found during lab testing, system integration, or trials, then helping implement fixes or process improvements. Document engineering workWriting test reports, maintaining records, updating documentation, and contributing to engineering reviews. Work in a safety/quality-focused environmentFollowing procedures, configuration control practices, and quality standards relevant to Thales and its programmes. What You Will Learn Core electronics fundamentals (analogue/digital concepts, power, signal integrity basics, interfaces) Engineering processes (requirements, verification/validation, configuration management) Practical test methods and interpretation of measurement results Teamworking and professional engineering behaviours (reviews, clear reporting, traceability) Typical environment & day-to-day You'll usually split time between: On-the-job training with engineers in labs/engineering teams (practical hardware/test work) Structured apprenticeship learning (college/college-equivalent coursework leading toward a qualification in engineering or electronics) Skills and qualities that help A strong interest in electronics and how systems work Ability to follow technical instructions and procedures Curiosity and persistence when debugging Clear communication and attention to detail (especially for test data and documentation) Basic competence with tools (e.g., soldering/assembly, spreadsheets/measurement logs) is beneficial Degree Apprenticeship Programme You will study towards a Level 6 BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering Degree Apprenticeship with Exeter University. In your first year you will be given a broad theoretical and practical knowledge across all core engineering disciplines, before progressing onto increasingly advanced topics later in the course. Years one and two provide core fundamental knowledge of engineering principles, as well as applying mathematics to engineering problems. Years three and four are spent applying your knowledge to engineering problems. You will complete a Technical Report and Presentation in the final year: an opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills to devise an engineering solution at a professional level in an area of engineering study that aligns to your role at Thales. By the end of the programme, you will have achieved a BEng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering as well as a Level 6 Electrical and Electronic Engineering Degree Apprenticeship. Programme structure: Throughout the four-year programme, you will combine university study with practical workplace experience, developing both academic knowledge and professional engineering skills. Lectures and workshops are delivered through a series of 2-week blocks spaced throughout your degree apprenticeship Alongside campus taught lecturers, you will have access to digital resources and discipline experts to support your studies. Entry Requirements To apply, you will need: A Levels Three A Levels at ABB, including a Grade B in Maths and a Science subject. Or BTEC Extended Diploma (DDM) Applicants studying one of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas will be considered: Applied Science; Aeronautical Engineering; Building Services; Engineering Construction and the Built Environment; Civil Engineering; Operations and Maintenance Engineering; Computer Engineering; Electrical/Electronic Engineering; Engineering; Manufacturing Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Environmental Sustainability. Or T Level (Distinction) Required Subjects: Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering; Manufacturing; Processing and Control; Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering: Manufacturing only, Surveying and Planning for Construction. GCSEs Minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 4-9 (A-C) Must include: English Maths Please note that applicants who already hold a relevant degree will not be eligible for this programme. Benefits • Competitive salary of £24,000 per annum • Performance-related pay uplifts • Holiday entitlement of 201 hours a year (plus a company day and bank holidays) • Contributory Company Pension • Health Care Cash Plan • Hybrid/flexible working options • Employee assistance programme • Learning and development support • Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives • Life Cover • 80 Hours Volunteering per year (first two years) Thales Apprentice Recruitment Process 1. Apply Online - submit your application online to register your interest. You only need to register for one role as you will have the opportunity to apply for additional roles at the full application stage. 2. Upload Your CV 3. Check your emails for the invitation to apply - this will comefrom 4. Complete Your Application - follow the link provided in the email to complete your application. You can apply for one primary role and up to 3 additional roles. 5. Complete Online Tests - undertake the online assessments designed to evaluate your suitability for the role. 6. Virtual Assessment Centre - candidates who progress from the online assessment stage will attend a virtual assessment centre, which will include group exercises, and competency-based interviews. 7. Job Offer - successful candidates who perform well throughout the recruitment process will receive a job offer from Thales. For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate, or an Apprentice, please visit Thales Future Talent - Connectr . Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2027. Induction week for all Graduate and Apprentices will take place from Monday 6 September - Friday 10 September 2027. Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 17 February 2027, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2027 with details of next steps. PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY. Because of the work we do at Thales, all roles are subject to security requirements. To be considered for this position, you must have the permanent right to work in the UK and be able to successfully complete and maintain UK Government security checks, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening and Security Clearance (SC) . click apply for full job details
Advert Job Title: 4G/5G RAN Performance & Optimisation Expert (ESN) Duration: 06 months with possibility of extension Location: London-Hybrid Why This Role Matters Join us and play a critical role in maintaining our position as a leading UK mobile network and driving our vision to be a global top-ten network. In this role, you will directly impact our current and future network efficiency, shaping the Mobile RAN strategy and ensuring a flawless subscriber experience-particularly for the highly critical Emergency Services Network (ESN). What You'll Be Doing Performance Leadership: Drive 4G/5G ESN performance management, define SLAs/KPIs, and build action plans for continuous performance uplift. RAN Optimisation: Lead feature and parameter optimisation trials across Nokia and Ericsson RAN, assessing network impacts and quantifying gains. Deep-Dive Analysis: Conduct root cause analysis of performance degradation using drive test logs, Wireshark, OSS data, and CN protocol analysis (OSI L1-L7). Technical Troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve systematic issues in 5G SA/NSA interworking, ESN PTT (Push to Talk) over SRTP, and overall End-to-End network performance. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with key SMEs, stakeholders, and 3rd-party IT/Network suppliers to deliver "fit for purpose" RAN designs. What You'll Bring Expertise in Mobile Networks: Extensive experience as a Performance SME in high-availability 4G/5G/5G+ networks, with expert understanding of SA, NSA, VoNR, and Slicing architectures. Vendor Knowledge: Deep, hands-on experience with Nokia and Ericsson RAN counters, KPIs, and parameters. Protocol & Tool Proficiency: Strong knowledge of LTE/SIP signalling, SRTP/DTLS troubleshooting, and familiarity with test/post-processing tools (Nemo, TEMs, Accuver, Actix). Analytical Storytelling: The ability to convert highly technical data into compelling, simple-to-understand cases for change for both technical and business audiences. Forward-Thinking Vision: A proactive approach to network design, keeping ahead of telecom market developments and 3GPP/ETSI specifications to build the networks of the future. Ready to shape the future of mobile connectivity? Apply today at Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 20, 2026
Full time
Advert Job Title: 4G/5G RAN Performance & Optimisation Expert (ESN) Duration: 06 months with possibility of extension Location: London-Hybrid Why This Role Matters Join us and play a critical role in maintaining our position as a leading UK mobile network and driving our vision to be a global top-ten network. In this role, you will directly impact our current and future network efficiency, shaping the Mobile RAN strategy and ensuring a flawless subscriber experience-particularly for the highly critical Emergency Services Network (ESN). What You'll Be Doing Performance Leadership: Drive 4G/5G ESN performance management, define SLAs/KPIs, and build action plans for continuous performance uplift. RAN Optimisation: Lead feature and parameter optimisation trials across Nokia and Ericsson RAN, assessing network impacts and quantifying gains. Deep-Dive Analysis: Conduct root cause analysis of performance degradation using drive test logs, Wireshark, OSS data, and CN protocol analysis (OSI L1-L7). Technical Troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve systematic issues in 5G SA/NSA interworking, ESN PTT (Push to Talk) over SRTP, and overall End-to-End network performance. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with key SMEs, stakeholders, and 3rd-party IT/Network suppliers to deliver "fit for purpose" RAN designs. What You'll Bring Expertise in Mobile Networks: Extensive experience as a Performance SME in high-availability 4G/5G/5G+ networks, with expert understanding of SA, NSA, VoNR, and Slicing architectures. Vendor Knowledge: Deep, hands-on experience with Nokia and Ericsson RAN counters, KPIs, and parameters. Protocol & Tool Proficiency: Strong knowledge of LTE/SIP signalling, SRTP/DTLS troubleshooting, and familiarity with test/post-processing tools (Nemo, TEMs, Accuver, Actix). Analytical Storytelling: The ability to convert highly technical data into compelling, simple-to-understand cases for change for both technical and business audiences. Forward-Thinking Vision: A proactive approach to network design, keeping ahead of telecom market developments and 3GPP/ETSI specifications to build the networks of the future. Ready to shape the future of mobile connectivity? Apply today at Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Summary Our client is an innovative healthcare technology company developing next-generation diagnostic platforms designed to improve accessibility, speed and reliability of testing solutions. They are seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to take ownership of electronic and embedded product development, leading projects from concept through to manufacture within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary R&D environment. Our Client Our client is a rapidly growing diagnostics and healthcare technology business focused on developing advanced products that combine engineering, scientific and manufacturing excellence. Operating at the forefront of product innovation, they are building technologies that have the potential to transform how diagnostic testing is delivered and accessed globally. The company offers an entrepreneurial environment where engineers are encouraged to take ownership, influence product direction and work across the full development lifecycle. This is an opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of growth, where technical expertise has a direct impact on both product success and patient outcomes. The Role This is a broad, hands-on engineering position responsible for the development of sophisticated diagnostic and medical technology products. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing and delivering hardware, embedded systems and supporting software tools, whilst collaborating closely with scientists, quality specialists, manufacturing teams and fellow engineers. Combining technical depth with product ownership, the role spans concept development, prototyping, verification, manufacturing transfer and ongoing product improvement. It offers the opportunity to work on challenging multidisciplinary projects where innovation, problem-solving and practical engineering expertise are highly valued. Main Duties The Senior Product Development Engineer will be responsible for a wide range of product development activities including: Leading electronic product development activities from concept and technical requirements through design, verification, release and manufacturing support. Designing mixed-signal electronic systems, including analogue and digital circuitry, sensing technologies, power management and embedded hardware. Creating schematics, PCB layouts and engineering documentation to support robust and manufacturable product designs. Developing embedded firmware and device control solutions to support system functionality and performance. Building prototypes, conducting testing activities and troubleshooting complex system-level engineering challenges. Developing software tools for data analysis, signal processing, automation and engineering investigations. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across mechanical engineering, scientific development, quality assurance and manufacturing. Supporting design verification, compliance activities, product industrialisation and continuous improvement initiatives. The Successful Candidate This opportunity would suit an experienced engineer who enjoys combining technical problem-solving with product ownership and thrives within innovative, fast-paced development environments. The successful candidate is likely to bring: A proven track record of developing complex electronic or embedded products from concept through to manufacture. Strong experience in electronic hardware design, including analogue, digital or mixed-signal systems. Experience with PCB development, embedded systems and firmware engineering. Software development capabilities for engineering, automation, data analysis or product support applications. Practical experience testing, debugging and optimising complex products and systems. The ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Previous experience within medical devices, diagnostics, scientific instrumentation, biotechnology or other regulated industries would be advantageous. What's on Offer? A competitive salary and benefits package, alongside the opportunity to join a growing healthcare technology business developing genuinely impactful products. This role offers significant technical ownership, exposure to the entire product lifecycle and the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled engineers and scientists. For individuals who enjoy turning ideas into real-world products and solving challenging multidisciplinary engineering problems, this represents an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a rapidly evolving sector. Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for.
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
Summary Our client is an innovative healthcare technology company developing next-generation diagnostic platforms designed to improve accessibility, speed and reliability of testing solutions. They are seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to take ownership of electronic and embedded product development, leading projects from concept through to manufacture within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary R&D environment. Our Client Our client is a rapidly growing diagnostics and healthcare technology business focused on developing advanced products that combine engineering, scientific and manufacturing excellence. Operating at the forefront of product innovation, they are building technologies that have the potential to transform how diagnostic testing is delivered and accessed globally. The company offers an entrepreneurial environment where engineers are encouraged to take ownership, influence product direction and work across the full development lifecycle. This is an opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of growth, where technical expertise has a direct impact on both product success and patient outcomes. The Role This is a broad, hands-on engineering position responsible for the development of sophisticated diagnostic and medical technology products. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing and delivering hardware, embedded systems and supporting software tools, whilst collaborating closely with scientists, quality specialists, manufacturing teams and fellow engineers. Combining technical depth with product ownership, the role spans concept development, prototyping, verification, manufacturing transfer and ongoing product improvement. It offers the opportunity to work on challenging multidisciplinary projects where innovation, problem-solving and practical engineering expertise are highly valued. Main Duties The Senior Product Development Engineer will be responsible for a wide range of product development activities including: Leading electronic product development activities from concept and technical requirements through design, verification, release and manufacturing support. Designing mixed-signal electronic systems, including analogue and digital circuitry, sensing technologies, power management and embedded hardware. Creating schematics, PCB layouts and engineering documentation to support robust and manufacturable product designs. Developing embedded firmware and device control solutions to support system functionality and performance. Building prototypes, conducting testing activities and troubleshooting complex system-level engineering challenges. Developing software tools for data analysis, signal processing, automation and engineering investigations. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across mechanical engineering, scientific development, quality assurance and manufacturing. Supporting design verification, compliance activities, product industrialisation and continuous improvement initiatives. The Successful Candidate This opportunity would suit an experienced engineer who enjoys combining technical problem-solving with product ownership and thrives within innovative, fast-paced development environments. The successful candidate is likely to bring: A proven track record of developing complex electronic or embedded products from concept through to manufacture. Strong experience in electronic hardware design, including analogue, digital or mixed-signal systems. Experience with PCB development, embedded systems and firmware engineering. Software development capabilities for engineering, automation, data analysis or product support applications. Practical experience testing, debugging and optimising complex products and systems. The ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Previous experience within medical devices, diagnostics, scientific instrumentation, biotechnology or other regulated industries would be advantageous. What's on Offer? A competitive salary and benefits package, alongside the opportunity to join a growing healthcare technology business developing genuinely impactful products. This role offers significant technical ownership, exposure to the entire product lifecycle and the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled engineers and scientists. For individuals who enjoy turning ideas into real-world products and solving challenging multidisciplinary engineering problems, this represents an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a rapidly evolving sector. Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for.
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Sensor Systems Radar Business in Fareham. At Saab, we are constantly looking ahead and pushing boundaries on what's considered technically possible. Saab is expanding in the UK and we are now seeking talented and highly motivated engineers to support our radar and sensors growth activities at our Fareham offices. We are recruiting for a Senior Systems Engineer specialising in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and Distributed Sensing. The successful candidate is expected to fulfil the requirements of a Saab Specialist, and act as a technical leader to: drive development, lead innovation and anticipate future trends, identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and advocate change to maintain competitiveness. Also lead competence development, and formulate and maintain Specialist Work Programmes. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior System Engineer, you will be responsible for enhancing our current products, developing improvements and investigating new areas for product growth, as well as supporting the Engineering Team with various Systems Engineering-focussed activities. System Architecture & Design. Lead the architectural design of PNT solutions, integrating Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Inertial Navigation Systems, and alternative PNT (e.g., vision-based, RF-based, or celestial navigation). Architect distributed sensing networks, defining how data is collected, synchronized, and fused across multiple remote nodes to create a unified operational picture. Define system-level requirements, interface control documents, and performance specifications for timing accuracy and positioning precision. Perform trade studies to optimise the balance between size, weight, power, and cost and system performance. PNT & Synchronization Expertise . Implement and optimise high-precision timing distribution protocols (e.g., PTP/IEEE 1588, NTP, or White Rabbit). Develop strategies for PNT resilience, including mitigation of jamming, spoofing, and GNSS-denied environment operations. Lead the selection and integration of atomic clocks, quantum oscillators, and high-grade IMUs. Distributed Sensing & Data Fusion . Design algorithms and architectures for distributed beamforming, phased arrays, or coordinated sensor fusion. Manage the challenges of network latency, jitter and asynchronous data arrival in distributed sensing environments. Collaborate with software teams to implement edge-processing capabilities to reduce data backhaul from sensing nodes. Integration, Test & Evaluation . Develop comprehensive verification and validation (V&V) plans to prove timing and positioning accuracy. Design and execute complex test campaigns using hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop simulations. Lead the analysis of telemetry and test data to identify systemic errors and drive corrective design changes. Leadership & Mentorship . Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for PNT and Distributed Sensing across cross-functional teams (Radio Frequency, Software, Mechanical). Mentor junior engineers in systems engineering best practices and specialized domain knowledge. Present technical roadmaps and progress reports to senior leadership and external. Skills and Experience: Required Master's or PhD in a related field. A minimum of five to ten years industrial radar, communications or electronic warfare systems experience. A minimum of seven years of experience in systems engineering, specifically focusing on PNT and/or distributed sensor systems. Proven track record with systems utilising GNSS (GPS, Galileo, GLONASS) and Inertial Navigation (Kalman Filtering, sensor fusion). Experience with distributed aperture systems, sensor networks, or Multiple-Input Multiple-Output radar architectures. Proficiency with MATLAB/ Simulink for modelling and simulation. Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools and requirements management tools. Familiar with the principles of ISO 15288:2023. During your employment you will handle tasks and materials that are classified as military secret and therefore you must have a UK or Swedish citizenship. Desirable RF Knowledge: Strong understanding of RF front-end design, antenna theory and signal propagation. Programming. Proficiency in C++, Python, or Rust for prototyping algorithms. Security. Experience with encrypted PNT signals or secure timing distribution. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Oct 06, 2026
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Sensor Systems Radar Business in Fareham. At Saab, we are constantly looking ahead and pushing boundaries on what's considered technically possible. Saab is expanding in the UK and we are now seeking talented and highly motivated engineers to support our radar and sensors growth activities at our Fareham offices. We are recruiting for a Senior Systems Engineer specialising in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and Distributed Sensing. The successful candidate is expected to fulfil the requirements of a Saab Specialist, and act as a technical leader to: drive development, lead innovation and anticipate future trends, identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and advocate change to maintain competitiveness. Also lead competence development, and formulate and maintain Specialist Work Programmes. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior System Engineer, you will be responsible for enhancing our current products, developing improvements and investigating new areas for product growth, as well as supporting the Engineering Team with various Systems Engineering-focussed activities. System Architecture & Design. Lead the architectural design of PNT solutions, integrating Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Inertial Navigation Systems, and alternative PNT (e.g., vision-based, RF-based, or celestial navigation). Architect distributed sensing networks, defining how data is collected, synchronized, and fused across multiple remote nodes to create a unified operational picture. Define system-level requirements, interface control documents, and performance specifications for timing accuracy and positioning precision. Perform trade studies to optimise the balance between size, weight, power, and cost and system performance. PNT & Synchronization Expertise . Implement and optimise high-precision timing distribution protocols (e.g., PTP/IEEE 1588, NTP, or White Rabbit). Develop strategies for PNT resilience, including mitigation of jamming, spoofing, and GNSS-denied environment operations. Lead the selection and integration of atomic clocks, quantum oscillators, and high-grade IMUs. Distributed Sensing & Data Fusion . Design algorithms and architectures for distributed beamforming, phased arrays, or coordinated sensor fusion. Manage the challenges of network latency, jitter and asynchronous data arrival in distributed sensing environments. Collaborate with software teams to implement edge-processing capabilities to reduce data backhaul from sensing nodes. Integration, Test & Evaluation . Develop comprehensive verification and validation (V&V) plans to prove timing and positioning accuracy. Design and execute complex test campaigns using hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop simulations. Lead the analysis of telemetry and test data to identify systemic errors and drive corrective design changes. Leadership & Mentorship . Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for PNT and Distributed Sensing across cross-functional teams (Radio Frequency, Software, Mechanical). Mentor junior engineers in systems engineering best practices and specialized domain knowledge. Present technical roadmaps and progress reports to senior leadership and external. Skills and Experience: Required Master's or PhD in a related field. A minimum of five to ten years industrial radar, communications or electronic warfare systems experience. A minimum of seven years of experience in systems engineering, specifically focusing on PNT and/or distributed sensor systems. Proven track record with systems utilising GNSS (GPS, Galileo, GLONASS) and Inertial Navigation (Kalman Filtering, sensor fusion). Experience with distributed aperture systems, sensor networks, or Multiple-Input Multiple-Output radar architectures. Proficiency with MATLAB/ Simulink for modelling and simulation. Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools and requirements management tools. Familiar with the principles of ISO 15288:2023. During your employment you will handle tasks and materials that are classified as military secret and therefore you must have a UK or Swedish citizenship. Desirable RF Knowledge: Strong understanding of RF front-end design, antenna theory and signal propagation. Programming. Proficiency in C++, Python, or Rust for prototyping algorithms. Security. Experience with encrypted PNT signals or secure timing distribution. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
