Location: Manor Royal Crawley, 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. Under Water Systems (UWS) Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Primary Purpose of the Role: Be the Mechanical Engineering Lead for the UWS project, supporting product and development. To provide direction to the mechanical team and increase the capability of the Mechanical team. Provide support to the PDA (Project Design Authority) and PLA (Product Line Authority) in a technical capacity, supporting in build issues/improvements/initiatives. Provide support to industry teams to lead problem resolutions Contributes and develops all mechanical elements of the UWS project, and drives future product capability Co-ordinates product definition, and assessment of trade-offs between aspects of cost, customer requirements and technological possibilities; To enable assimilation between product architecture and mechanical architecture within the UWS Portfolio. Support and mentor other members of the team. To carry out general engineering tasks as required by the business. With the support of other members of the team, carry out more specialised mechanical design tasks associated with design for the subsea environment. Provide trials and integration support as required. Monitors technological developments. Principal Relationships: Daily working with the Lead Hardware Architects and associated tasks. Reporting to the Hardware Delivery Manager, keeping them informed of challenges, successes and issues. Liaise and inform the relevant Work Package / Project Manager for allocated tasks. Peer to peer knowledge sharing; learn from others and develop individual and collective experience. Liaise with all other Hardware disciplines including materials, systems and electronics in order to develop products to meet customer requirements. Reporting to the UWS PDA and PLA for approvals and roadmap execution Key performance Indicators against Responsibilities and Tasks The candidate is expected to monitor their agreed commitments to time, cost and quality. Performance shall be measured against individual objectives in accordance with the company appraisal system. Skills Fundamental understanding of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering principals. Proficiency with Mechanical Engineering SW Packages Understanding of Engineering Development lifecycles. Good interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead and develop others. Proactive "can-do" mentality, works autonomously. Ability to work in a team environment and to drive performance Must have Microsoft Office suite experience The individual will be expected to demonstrate a autonomy and the ability to lead, and influence other stakeholders. A logical approach to problem solving is required. Experience: Essential: Strong demonstrated experience of Mechanical Design Roles including at least a subset of the following: Proficient in the use of CREO & PDMLink, Understanding of relevant Standards, including DEF STAN, ISO etc. Packaging of electronics and associated cabling. Designing for platform installation. Ship / submarine. Designing of lifting equipment. Producing key point manufacturing drawings in support of machine from model. Producing detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings. Providing support to the preparation of design requirements. Ability to use configuration management tooling to support above tasks. Proficient in the use of 3D CAD system. Ability to understand manufacturing techniques and problem solving within the industry team Desirable: The key areas of design undertaken for which previous experience would be beneficial will include: - The design of sonar assemblies and equipment for the sub-sea environment. The design deployment systems Design / specification of sub-sea cable assemblies. Experience working within the Defence Engineering domain. Awareness of Electronics packaging , EMC requirements. Values & Behaviours: Collaborative and continuous improvement approach to work. Ability to lead mechanical team, to provide best efforts to increase TA mechanical capability for the now and future. Innovative mind set and embracing of new technologies and working methods. Able to work efficiently, both autonomously and as part of an integrated team. All work to be conducted in accordance with company processes. Financial / Budgetary Responsibility: The candidate is expected to monitor and report their activities against agreed commitments to time, cost and quality. Qualifications: Essential: L6 Qualification (degree or equivalent in an engineering or scientific discipline) and/or proven experience within a relevant field. Desirable: Chartered Engineer L7 Qualification (Masters or equivalent in an engineering or scientific discipline). UK Eyes Only: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. If approved by the MOD, a dual national from a non-ITAR country may be considered. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
Oct 29, 2026
Full time
Location: Manor Royal Crawley, 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. Under Water Systems (UWS) Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Primary Purpose of the Role: Be the Mechanical Engineering Lead for the UWS project, supporting product and development. To provide direction to the mechanical team and increase the capability of the Mechanical team. Provide support to the PDA (Project Design Authority) and PLA (Product Line Authority) in a technical capacity, supporting in build issues/improvements/initiatives. Provide support to industry teams to lead problem resolutions Contributes and develops all mechanical elements of the UWS project, and drives future product capability Co-ordinates product definition, and assessment of trade-offs between aspects of cost, customer requirements and technological possibilities; To enable assimilation between product architecture and mechanical architecture within the UWS Portfolio. Support and mentor other members of the team. To carry out general engineering tasks as required by the business. With the support of other members of the team, carry out more specialised mechanical design tasks associated with design for the subsea environment. Provide trials and integration support as required. Monitors technological developments. Principal Relationships: Daily working with the Lead Hardware Architects and associated tasks. Reporting to the Hardware Delivery Manager, keeping them informed of challenges, successes and issues. Liaise and inform the relevant Work Package / Project Manager for allocated tasks. Peer to peer knowledge sharing; learn from others and develop individual and collective experience. Liaise with all other Hardware disciplines including materials, systems and electronics in order to develop products to meet customer requirements. Reporting to the UWS PDA and PLA for approvals and roadmap execution Key performance Indicators against Responsibilities and Tasks The candidate is expected to monitor their agreed commitments to time, cost and quality. Performance shall be measured against individual objectives in accordance with the company appraisal system. Skills Fundamental understanding of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering principals. Proficiency with Mechanical Engineering SW Packages Understanding of Engineering Development lifecycles. Good interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead and develop others. Proactive "can-do" mentality, works autonomously. Ability to work in a team environment and to drive performance Must have Microsoft Office suite experience The individual will be expected to demonstrate a autonomy and the ability to lead, and influence other stakeholders. A logical approach to problem solving is required. Experience: Essential: Strong demonstrated experience of Mechanical Design Roles including at least a subset of the following: Proficient in the use of CREO & PDMLink, Understanding of relevant Standards, including DEF STAN, ISO etc. Packaging of electronics and associated cabling. Designing for platform installation. Ship / submarine. Designing of lifting equipment. Producing key point manufacturing drawings in support of machine from model. Producing detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings. Providing support to the preparation of design requirements. Ability to use configuration management tooling to support above tasks. Proficient in the use of 3D CAD system. Ability to understand manufacturing techniques and problem solving within the industry team Desirable: The key areas of design undertaken for which previous experience would be beneficial will include: - The design of sonar assemblies and equipment for the sub-sea environment. The design deployment systems Design / specification of sub-sea cable assemblies. Experience working within the Defence Engineering domain. Awareness of Electronics packaging , EMC requirements. Values & Behaviours: Collaborative and continuous improvement approach to work. Ability to lead mechanical team, to provide best efforts to increase TA mechanical capability for the now and future. Innovative mind set and embracing of new technologies and working methods. Able to work efficiently, both autonomously and as part of an integrated team. All work to be conducted in accordance with company processes. Financial / Budgetary Responsibility: The candidate is expected to monitor and report their activities against agreed commitments to time, cost and quality. Qualifications: Essential: L6 Qualification (degree or equivalent in an engineering or scientific discipline) and/or proven experience within a relevant field. Desirable: Chartered Engineer L7 Qualification (Masters or equivalent in an engineering or scientific discipline). UK Eyes Only: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a UK National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. If approved by the MOD, a dual national from a non-ITAR country may be considered. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
Location: Glasgow, 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. Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Technician in the Laser Department! Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to make your mark in our Land and Air Systems (LAS) Optronics business unit? We're seeking a passionate manufacturing technician to join our team. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with our existing team members, Work Cell Manager, and Manufacturing Engineers to deliver exceptional results aligned with our business objectives. At Thales, we pride ourselves on developing cutting-edge solutions that provide real-time intelligence for soldiers in the field. From advanced airborne reconnaissance to innovative technology capturing millions of pixels per second, our products are at the forefront of innovation. Key Responsibilities: - Execute manufacturing operations with precision and adherence to ISO 9001 quality standards. - Build and test opto-mechanical and electrical systems, focusing on laser production products. - Conduct assembly, alignment, fault finding, and testing of laser systems. - Work in a class 6 cleanroom environment with complex electro-optical equipment. - Collaborate with the team to implement continuous improvement initiatives. Skills, Experience, and Qualifications: - Prior experience in an Industrial/Engineering environment is essential. - Ability to interpret mechanical, optical, and electrical drawings. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to meeting deadlines. - Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Basic PC skills required. Desirable: - Familiarity with standards such as IPC610, IPC620, and J-STD-001. Join us on this exciting journey and be part of a team that makes a difference. Contact Alice Hardy, Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about this opportunity. Let's create a future together where every voice is heard and valued. Connect with us on social media and visit for more information. Let's embark on a breathtaking career journey together! At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
Oct 25, 2026
Full time
Location: Glasgow, 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. Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Technician in the Laser Department! Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to make your mark in our Land and Air Systems (LAS) Optronics business unit? We're seeking a passionate manufacturing technician to join our team. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with our existing team members, Work Cell Manager, and Manufacturing Engineers to deliver exceptional results aligned with our business objectives. At Thales, we pride ourselves on developing cutting-edge solutions that provide real-time intelligence for soldiers in the field. From advanced airborne reconnaissance to innovative technology capturing millions of pixels per second, our products are at the forefront of innovation. Key Responsibilities: - Execute manufacturing operations with precision and adherence to ISO 9001 quality standards. - Build and test opto-mechanical and electrical systems, focusing on laser production products. - Conduct assembly, alignment, fault finding, and testing of laser systems. - Work in a class 6 cleanroom environment with complex electro-optical equipment. - Collaborate with the team to implement continuous improvement initiatives. Skills, Experience, and Qualifications: - Prior experience in an Industrial/Engineering environment is essential. - Ability to interpret mechanical, optical, and electrical drawings. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to meeting deadlines. - Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Basic PC skills required. Desirable: - Familiarity with standards such as IPC610, IPC620, and J-STD-001. Join us on this exciting journey and be part of a team that makes a difference. Contact Alice Hardy, Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about this opportunity. Let's create a future together where every voice is heard and valued. Connect with us on social media and visit for more information. Let's embark on a breathtaking career journey together! At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all. We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business. The Opportunity Amentum is the Design and Engineering partner for Sellafield under the PPP (Programme and Project Partners). This is a 20-year arrangement to deliver £7bn of major projects. We are looking to recruit high value expertise from across regulated and comparable sectors to work in a collaborative environment. PPP is delivering major projects, site wide improvements and provision of supporting services. PPP is an exciting model to work in with Four world class organisations who have come together as one team, to create a clean and safe environment for future generations. The programme arrangement is set to deliver £7bn worth of major projects creating a lasting legacy through the long-term partnerships. We are continually recruiting high value expertise from across regulated and comparable sectors to work in a collaborative environment. PPP is continually delivering major projects over the next couple of decades, so there are lots of opportunities to develop your careers with a leading multinational company that put people first. Being part of the PPP Team offers a unique opportunity to cultivate change and creativity in engineering, safety, and delivery solutions in one of the most complex industrial sites in the UK, if not the world. The Project The Lightly Shielded Store 1 (LSS1) Project. LSS1 is a 7200m2 footprint major project new build on the Sellafield site. It will be a new class of Intermediate Level Waste store for Sellafield with a design life of 100 years. The project is heading towards Outline Business Case (OBC) gate and also undertaking Preliminary Design activities. The Role LSS1 now has an exciting opportunity to recruit a Lead Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer to join the team in Warrington. As a Lead C&I Engineer your responsibilities could include: Lead the development and delivery of Control & Instrumentation engineering solutions across all phases of the project lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through to commissioning and handover. Lead the delivery of all Control & Instrumentation engineering activities within the project, ensuring solutions are safe, compliant, fit for purpose and delivered to requirements. Act as the discipline lead for C&I engineering, providing leadership, governance and strategic direction to the project team. Manage and coordinate a team of C&I engineers and designers, ensuring resources are effectively deployed to meet project objectives. Lead the production, review and approval of C&I engineering deliverables in accordance with project procedures, client requirements and applicable standards. Oversee the design and integration of control systems, instrumentation systems, functional safety systems, PLC-based systems and associated plant interfaces. Provide technical leadership to supply chain partners, reviewing supplier designs and ensuring compliance with project and client requirements. Ensure effective multidisciplinary integration with electrical, mechanical, process, civil, commissioning and construction teams through collaborative design reviews and BIM processes. As a Lead C&I Engineer you will already have: BEng/MEng degree in Control & Instrumentation Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or a relevant discipline, or demonstrable equivalent experience supported by an HNC/HND qualification. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or demonstrable ability to achieve Chartered status in the near term. Experience in leading C&I engineering teams and delivering complex engineering projects within Nuclear or other highly regulated industries. Demonstrable experience acting as a discipline lead for major engineering projects. Strong knowledge of control systems, instrumentation systems, functional safety principles and relevant industry standards. Our Culture Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful. We partner with VERCIDA , for greater online accessibility please visit to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all. We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business. The Opportunity Amentum is the Design and Engineering partner for Sellafield under the PPP (Programme and Project Partners). This is a 20-year arrangement to deliver £7bn of major projects. We are looking to recruit high value expertise from across regulated and comparable sectors to work in a collaborative environment. PPP is delivering major projects, site wide improvements and provision of supporting services. PPP is an exciting model to work in with Four world class organisations who have come together as one team, to create a clean and safe environment for future generations. The programme arrangement is set to deliver £7bn worth of major projects creating a lasting legacy through the long-term partnerships. We are continually recruiting high value expertise from across regulated and comparable sectors to work in a collaborative environment. PPP is continually delivering major projects over the next couple of decades, so there are lots of opportunities to develop your careers with a leading multinational company that put people first. Being part of the PPP Team offers a unique opportunity to cultivate change and creativity in engineering, safety, and delivery solutions in one of the most complex industrial sites in the UK, if not the world. The Project The Lightly Shielded Store 1 (LSS1) Project. LSS1 is a 7200m2 footprint major project new build on the Sellafield site. It will be a new class of Intermediate Level Waste store for Sellafield with a design life of 100 years. The project is heading towards Outline Business Case (OBC) gate and also undertaking Preliminary Design activities. The Role LSS1 now has an exciting opportunity to recruit a Lead Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer to join the team in Warrington. As a Lead C&I Engineer your responsibilities could include: Lead the development and delivery of Control & Instrumentation engineering solutions across all phases of the project lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through to commissioning and handover. Lead the delivery of all Control & Instrumentation engineering activities within the project, ensuring solutions are safe, compliant, fit for purpose and delivered to requirements. Act as the discipline lead for C&I engineering, providing leadership, governance and strategic direction to the project team. Manage and coordinate a team of C&I engineers and designers, ensuring resources are effectively deployed to meet project objectives. Lead the production, review and approval of C&I engineering deliverables in accordance with project procedures, client requirements and applicable standards. Oversee the design and integration of control systems, instrumentation systems, functional safety systems, PLC-based systems and associated plant interfaces. Provide technical leadership to supply chain partners, reviewing supplier designs and ensuring compliance with project and client requirements. Ensure effective multidisciplinary integration with electrical, mechanical, process, civil, commissioning and construction teams through collaborative design reviews and BIM processes. As a Lead C&I Engineer you will already have: BEng/MEng degree in Control & Instrumentation Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or a relevant discipline, or demonstrable equivalent experience supported by an HNC/HND qualification. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or demonstrable ability to achieve Chartered status in the near term. Experience in leading C&I engineering teams and delivering complex engineering projects within Nuclear or other highly regulated industries. Demonstrable experience acting as a discipline lead for major engineering projects. Strong knowledge of control systems, instrumentation systems, functional safety principles and relevant industry standards. Our Culture Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful. We partner with VERCIDA , for greater online accessibility please visit to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team
