Operations Director Location: West Yorkshire Salary: Competitive + benefits Reports to: CEO The Role Full Right to Work in UK Required We are seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead and integrate our end-to-end operational and supply chain (including procurement) functions within a low-volume, highly technical manufacturing SME. This is a critical leadership role with full responsibility for Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, and Warehouse operations. The successful candidate will balance strategic direction with hands-on operational leadership, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and scalable processes while supporting innovation and customer delivery in a technically demanding environment. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Provide overall leadership and direction across Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, and Warehouse functions. Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans. Lead, mentor, and develop multi-disciplinary teams, fostering accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration. Production & Manufacturing Oversee low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing operations, ensuring delivery to quality, cost, and schedule. Drive capacity planning, resource optimisation, and production planning. Support engineering and NPI activities, ensuring smooth transition from design to manufacture. Quality & Compliance Own the Quality Management System and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards (e.g. ISO, regulatory or customer-specific requirements). Drive a culture of right-first-time, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement. Act as senior point of contact for audits, customers, and regulatory bodies. Supply Chain & Purchasing Develop and manage a resilient supply chain capable of supporting technically complex, low-volume production. Lead supplier selection, negotiation, performance management, and risk mitigation. Ensure effective purchasing strategies for bespoke, high-value, and long-lead components. Logistics & Warehouse Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, inventory management, and warehouse operations. Ensure material availability while optimising stock levels and working capital. Implement systems and processes to improve traceability, accuracy, and efficiency. Continuous Improvement & Systems Drive Lean, CI, and operational excellence initiatives appropriate to an SME environment. Improve processes, data visibility, KPIs, and ERP/MRP utilisation. Support scalability as the business grows, without over-engineering solutions. About You Essential Proven senior operations leadership experience within an SME manufacturing environment. Background in low-volume, high-mix, technically complex manufacturing. Strong understanding of Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, and Warehouse functions. You must display strong engineering and manufacturing skills. Comfortable operating strategically while remaining hands-on and detail-focused. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience in regulated or high-reliability industries (e.g. aerospace, defence, nuclear, medical, advanced engineering, electronics, precision manufacturing). Formal operations, engineering, or supply chain qualification. Track record of scaling operations within a growing SME. Why Join Us? Key leadership role with real influence and autonomy reporting directly to the CEO Opportunity to shape and scale operations in a technically exciting business. Close collaboration with senior leadership and engineering teams. Agile SME environment where decisions turn into action quickly.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Operations Director Location: West Yorkshire Salary: Competitive + benefits Reports to: CEO The Role Full Right to Work in UK Required We are seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead and integrate our end-to-end operational and supply chain (including procurement) functions within a low-volume, highly technical manufacturing SME. This is a critical leadership role with full responsibility for Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, and Warehouse operations. The successful candidate will balance strategic direction with hands-on operational leadership, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and scalable processes while supporting innovation and customer delivery in a technically demanding environment. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Provide overall leadership and direction across Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, and Warehouse functions. Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans. Lead, mentor, and develop multi-disciplinary teams, fostering accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration. Production & Manufacturing Oversee low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing operations, ensuring delivery to quality, cost, and schedule. Drive capacity planning, resource optimisation, and production planning. Support engineering and NPI activities, ensuring smooth transition from design to manufacture. Quality & Compliance Own the Quality Management System and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards (e.g. ISO, regulatory or customer-specific requirements). Drive a culture of right-first-time, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement. Act as senior point of contact for audits, customers, and regulatory bodies. Supply Chain & Purchasing Develop and manage a resilient supply chain capable of supporting technically complex, low-volume production. Lead supplier selection, negotiation, performance management, and risk mitigation. Ensure effective purchasing strategies for bespoke, high-value, and long-lead components. Logistics & Warehouse Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, inventory management, and warehouse operations. Ensure material availability while optimising stock levels and working capital. Implement systems and processes to improve traceability, accuracy, and efficiency. Continuous Improvement & Systems Drive Lean, CI, and operational excellence initiatives appropriate to an SME environment. Improve processes, data visibility, KPIs, and ERP/MRP utilisation. Support scalability as the business grows, without over-engineering solutions. About You Essential Proven senior operations leadership experience within an SME manufacturing environment. Background in low-volume, high-mix, technically complex manufacturing. Strong understanding of Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, and Warehouse functions. You must display strong engineering and manufacturing skills. Comfortable operating strategically while remaining hands-on and detail-focused. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience in regulated or high-reliability industries (e.g. aerospace, defence, nuclear, medical, advanced engineering, electronics, precision manufacturing). Formal operations, engineering, or supply chain qualification. Track record of scaling operations within a growing SME. Why Join Us? Key leadership role with real influence and autonomy reporting directly to the CEO Opportunity to shape and scale operations in a technically exciting business. Close collaboration with senior leadership and engineering teams. Agile SME environment where decisions turn into action quickly.
Manufacturing Engineer - Drive Innovation in Advanced Technology! Are you ready to make an impact in a world-class technology environment ? Join a dynamic and ambitious organisation in Hampshire that's investing heavily in growth, innovation, and continuous improvement. We're looking for a Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges and delivering efficient, high-quality production processes. What You'll Do As a Manufacturing Engineer , you'll play a key role in ensuring products are manufactured efficiently and consistently. Your responsibilities include: Design and implement manufacturing systems for new and existing products. Collaborate with R&D to make new products cost-effective and production-ready. Lead product transfers from development to full-scale production. Create and maintain assembly instructions and procedures . Champion continuous improvement and introduce industry-leading practices. Analyse data, identify trends, and present actionable insights to management. What We're Looking For Degree (or equivalent) in manufacturing, electronic, or mechanical engineering . 5+ years' experience in modern electronics, software, and mechanical device manufacturing. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with design teams. Excellent communication and commercial awareness. Bonus Points For: Knowledge of electronics and fault-finding. Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) certification. Familiarity with Python, AutoIt, or database tools. Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking technology leader . Work on innovative projects that make a real-world impact. Enjoy a flexible start time (7:00-8:00am) and a collaborative environment. Permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours/week), Monday to Friday. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Manufacturing Engineer - Drive Innovation in Advanced Technology! Are you ready to make an impact in a world-class technology environment ? Join a dynamic and ambitious organisation in Hampshire that's investing heavily in growth, innovation, and continuous improvement. We're looking for a Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges and delivering efficient, high-quality production processes. What You'll Do As a Manufacturing Engineer , you'll play a key role in ensuring products are manufactured efficiently and consistently. Your responsibilities include: Design and implement manufacturing systems for new and existing products. Collaborate with R&D to make new products cost-effective and production-ready. Lead product transfers from development to full-scale production. Create and maintain assembly instructions and procedures . Champion continuous improvement and introduce industry-leading practices. Analyse data, identify trends, and present actionable insights to management. What We're Looking For Degree (or equivalent) in manufacturing, electronic, or mechanical engineering . 5+ years' experience in modern electronics, software, and mechanical device manufacturing. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with design teams. Excellent communication and commercial awareness. Bonus Points For: Knowledge of electronics and fault-finding. Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) certification. Familiarity with Python, AutoIt, or database tools. Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking technology leader . Work on innovative projects that make a real-world impact. Enjoy a flexible start time (7:00-8:00am) and a collaborative environment. Permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours/week), Monday to Friday. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets. What does the role look like? We're recruiting for a site Manufacturing Engineering leadership role that will lead the Manufacturing Engineering function for our Actuation HQ. In this role you will oversee advanced manufacturing strategy, industrialisation of new technologies and products, and development of a strong, capability-driven engineering team. While aerospace experience is ideal, candidates from similarly complex, regulated, high-precision manufacturing environments are also welcomed. The focus is on driving reliability, manufacturability, and competitive advantage through technical excellence and disciplined execution. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? Advanced Manufacturing Shape and deliver the site's advanced manufacturing roadmap, including automation, robotics, digital manufacturing, non-conventional processes, and next-generation aerospace production technologies. Evaluate and implement new equipment, techniques, and process innovations that enhance capability, repeatability, and cost competitiveness. Embed a data-led culture using real-time process monitoring, statistical control, and advanced analytics to improve yield and quality. Industrialisation & New Product Introduction (NPI) Own the industrialisation strategy for new programmes, modifications, and design changes, ensuring robust manufacturability and compliance with aerospace standards. Lead cross-functional readiness reviews, sign-off processes, and validation activities (PFMEAs, control plans, FAIR/AS9102 requirements). Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations to build designs, processes, and tooling that deliver right-first-time launch. Reduce development and ramp-up time by strengthening NPI frameworks, technology readiness assessments, and production readiness plans. Team Leadership & Capability Development Lead and grow a high-performing Manufacturing Engineering team covering process engineering, automation, industrialisation, CI, and tooling. Set and manage clear priorities across cost, quality, delivery, and capability development. Build future talent through structured development pathways, mentoring, succession planning, and skills uplift. Promote rigorous problem-solving (8D, RCCA) and disciplined operating rhythms aligned to aerospace standards and customer expectations. Operational Excellence & Compliance Own process stability and continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, flow, OEE, and scrap reduction. Ensure alignment with aerospace regulations and standards (AS9100, NADCAP, customer-specific requirements). Oversee capital investment aligned to long-term aerospace programme requirements and technology competitiveness. Work closely with Maintenance and Operations to maximise asset performance and embed robust process control. What will you bring to the role? Essential skills : Leadership experience in Manufacturing Engineering within aerospace or a similarly complex, regulated sector (e.g., defence, automotive, precision engineering, high-value industrials). Proven track record in automation, industrialisation, process optimisation, and large-scale production improvement. Previous knowledge or experience of leading high performance teams Desirable skills: Demonstrated success launching new products or technologies in a demanding engineering environment. Deep understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving. Familiarity with aerospace standards (AS9100, FAIRs, PPAP/APQP equivalents, NADCAP) advantageous but not mandatory for top-tier candidates from other advanced sectors. Excellent cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Strategic thinker with a delivery mindset and high technical credibility. Comfortable leading transformation and championing modern manufacturing technologies. Structured, analytical, and driven by continuous improvement.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets. What does the role look like? We're recruiting for a site Manufacturing Engineering leadership role that will lead the Manufacturing Engineering function for our Actuation HQ. In this role you will oversee advanced manufacturing strategy, industrialisation of new technologies and products, and development of a strong, capability-driven engineering team. While aerospace experience is ideal, candidates from similarly complex, regulated, high-precision manufacturing environments are also welcomed. The focus is on driving reliability, manufacturability, and competitive advantage through technical excellence and disciplined execution. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? Advanced Manufacturing Shape and deliver the site's advanced manufacturing roadmap, including automation, robotics, digital manufacturing, non-conventional processes, and next-generation aerospace production technologies. Evaluate and implement new equipment, techniques, and process innovations that enhance capability, repeatability, and cost competitiveness. Embed a data-led culture using real-time process monitoring, statistical control, and advanced analytics to improve yield and quality. Industrialisation & New Product Introduction (NPI) Own the industrialisation strategy for new programmes, modifications, and design changes, ensuring robust manufacturability and compliance with aerospace standards. Lead cross-functional readiness reviews, sign-off processes, and validation activities (PFMEAs, control plans, FAIR/AS9102 requirements). Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations to build designs, processes, and tooling that deliver right-first-time launch. Reduce development and ramp-up time by strengthening NPI frameworks, technology readiness assessments, and production readiness plans. Team Leadership & Capability Development Lead and grow a high-performing Manufacturing Engineering team covering process engineering, automation, industrialisation, CI, and tooling. Set and manage clear priorities across cost, quality, delivery, and capability development. Build future talent through structured development pathways, mentoring, succession planning, and skills uplift. Promote rigorous problem-solving (8D, RCCA) and disciplined operating rhythms aligned to aerospace standards and customer expectations. Operational Excellence & Compliance Own process stability and continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, flow, OEE, and scrap reduction. Ensure alignment with aerospace regulations and standards (AS9100, NADCAP, customer-specific requirements). Oversee capital investment aligned to long-term aerospace programme requirements and technology competitiveness. Work closely with Maintenance and Operations to maximise asset performance and embed robust process control. What will you bring to the role? Essential skills : Leadership experience in Manufacturing Engineering within aerospace or a similarly complex, regulated sector (e.g., defence, automotive, precision engineering, high-value industrials). Proven track record in automation, industrialisation, process optimisation, and large-scale production improvement. Previous knowledge or experience of leading high performance teams Desirable skills: Demonstrated success launching new products or technologies in a demanding engineering environment. Deep understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving. Familiarity with aerospace standards (AS9100, FAIRs, PPAP/APQP equivalents, NADCAP) advantageous but not mandatory for top-tier candidates from other advanced sectors. Excellent cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Strategic thinker with a delivery mindset and high technical credibility. Comfortable leading transformation and championing modern manufacturing technologies. Structured, analytical, and driven by continuous improvement.
Build Tech Designed for a Mars Mission - Right Here on Earth (serving global leaders in: Biofuels Pulp & Paper Fats & Oils) Are you someone who loves taking things apart just to see how they work - and putting them back together better? We're pushing the boundaries of engineering with our IRmadillo spectrometers, built for the harshest environments on and off the planet. Whether you're an experienced technician or a talented trainee, this is your chance to be hands-on with space-age tech and help shape the future of real-time chemical analysis. We're looking for a detail-oriented Product Technician to join our manufacturing team, where you'll play a vital role in building and testing our cutting-edge spectrometers . From inspecting components to assembling precision instruments, you'll ensure that every product leaving our facility meets the highest standards of quality and performance. If you're ready to make a real impact in a fast-moving company and work closely with engineering, production, and development teams, we'd love to hear from you . The Role at a Glance: Product Technician Location: Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire (OX11 0RL) Salary: £25,000-£35,000 depending on experience Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer (COO) Working Hours: 9am-5:30pm Monday to Friday with flexibility Full-time, on-site only Your Experience / Interests: Experience in a high-compliance workspace such as medical, or equipment for explosive atmospheres or in a production environment, assembling metal components. You'll enjoy building and fixing things - taking items apart and putting them back together. About us: We're a cutting-edge technology company based in South Oxfordshire, introducing a game-changing analytical instrument to the market: the IRmadillo spectrometer. As we continue to grow our global customer base at pace, we're seeking individuals who will thrive in our fast-moving, agile environment. Our values define how we work and grow together: We collaborate closely-with each other and our customers-to create better solutions through teamwork: • We listen actively and strive to understand different perspectives. • We engage in open, constructive debate to reach stronger outcomes. We're committed to continuous improvement-driven, creative, and relentless in pursuing progress in ourselves, our processes, and our products: • We constantly evaluate our performance and take action to improve. • We make decisions grounded in evidence whenever possible. We embrace failure as a vital part of learning and personal growth-it's how we move forward and deliver more for our customers: • We foster an environment where everyone can contribute confidently. • We're not afraid to make mistakes; we see them as opportunities to learn. Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Receiving goods and performing incoming inspection & preparation • Product assembly and test • Using and maintaining the company's Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system • Improving production methods, work instructions and product travellers • Helping with other production activities, e.g. buying, equipment calibration, maintenance, etc. • Proactively seeking support when needed • Helping with product development This position is based at our Headquarters on the Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire, England. What You'll Need to Succeed: Essential: • GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grades A - C • Fluent in spoken and written English • Confident using computers and standard software tools • Proven practical skills and strong mechanical aptitude • Ability to work quickly and accurately • Effective time management and ability to prioritise tasks • Clear and professional communication skills • Right to work in the UK with no restrictions • Residing in Oxfordshire or nearby areas Desirable: • Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment • Experience with soldering • Self-driven with a proactive mindset • Willing to follow instructions while also offering ideas for improvement • Some hands-on experience with electronics This is more than just assembly - it's precision engineering with purpose. You'll be at the heart of a fast-growing company, where every component you handle has the potential to travel across the globe (or beyond). If you're excited to grow your skills, work alongside brilliant minds, and contribute to technology that's making waves in science and industry, apply now for a direct route to the hiring manager. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Build Tech Designed for a Mars Mission - Right Here on Earth (serving global leaders in: Biofuels Pulp & Paper Fats & Oils) Are you someone who loves taking things apart just to see how they work - and putting them back together better? We're pushing the boundaries of engineering with our IRmadillo spectrometers, built for the harshest environments on and off the planet. Whether you're an experienced technician or a talented trainee, this is your chance to be hands-on with space-age tech and help shape the future of real-time chemical analysis. We're looking for a detail-oriented Product Technician to join our manufacturing team, where you'll play a vital role in building and testing our cutting-edge spectrometers . From inspecting components to assembling precision instruments, you'll ensure that every product leaving our facility meets the highest standards of quality and performance. If you're ready to make a real impact in a fast-moving company and work closely with engineering, production, and development teams, we'd love to hear from you . The Role at a Glance: Product Technician Location: Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire (OX11 0RL) Salary: £25,000-£35,000 depending on experience Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer (COO) Working Hours: 9am-5:30pm Monday to Friday with flexibility Full-time, on-site only Your Experience / Interests: Experience in a high-compliance workspace such as medical, or equipment for explosive atmospheres or in a production environment, assembling metal components. You'll enjoy building and fixing things - taking items apart and putting them back together. About us: We're a cutting-edge technology company based in South Oxfordshire, introducing a game-changing analytical instrument to the market: the IRmadillo spectrometer. As we continue to grow our global customer base at pace, we're seeking individuals who will thrive in our fast-moving, agile environment. Our values define how we work and grow together: We collaborate closely-with each other and our customers-to create better solutions through teamwork: • We listen actively and strive to understand different perspectives. • We engage in open, constructive debate to reach stronger outcomes. We're committed to continuous improvement-driven, creative, and relentless in pursuing progress in ourselves, our processes, and our products: • We constantly evaluate our performance and take action to improve. • We make decisions grounded in evidence whenever possible. We embrace failure as a vital part of learning and personal growth-it's how we move forward and deliver more for our customers: • We foster an environment where everyone can contribute confidently. • We're not afraid to make mistakes; we see them as opportunities to learn. Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Receiving goods and performing incoming inspection & preparation • Product assembly and test • Using and maintaining the company's Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system • Improving production methods, work instructions and product travellers • Helping with other production activities, e.g. buying, equipment calibration, maintenance, etc. • Proactively seeking support when needed • Helping with product development This position is based at our Headquarters on the Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire, England. What You'll Need to Succeed: Essential: • GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grades A - C • Fluent in spoken and written English • Confident using computers and standard software tools • Proven practical skills and strong mechanical aptitude • Ability to work quickly and accurately • Effective time management and ability to prioritise tasks • Clear and professional communication skills • Right to work in the UK with no restrictions • Residing in Oxfordshire or nearby areas Desirable: • Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment • Experience with soldering • Self-driven with a proactive mindset • Willing to follow instructions while also offering ideas for improvement • Some hands-on experience with electronics This is more than just assembly - it's precision engineering with purpose. You'll be at the heart of a fast-growing company, where every component you handle has the potential to travel across the globe (or beyond). If you're excited to grow your skills, work alongside brilliant minds, and contribute to technology that's making waves in science and industry, apply now for a direct route to the hiring manager. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
Job Title: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What youll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What youll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost
Are you a people-focused leader who loves driving exceptional customer service? Do you enjoy improving processes, leading high-performing teams and working cross-functionally to achieve outstanding customer outcomes? If that sounds like you, this Senior Customer Experience Manager role could be your next move. We re supporting a major manufacturing business based in Portsmouth , supplying customers across global markets including aerospace, industrial, automotive and electronics. They re known for high-quality engineered products, international reach, and a culture that encourages innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement. What s the role all about? As the Senior Customer Experience Manager , you ll lead the Customer Experience and Customer Service function ensuring outstanding service, operational excellence and strong customer relationships. You ll work closely with Operations, Production, Planning, Purchasing and Logistics, influencing decision-making and driving improvements across the customer journey. You ll be responsible for: Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing customer-focused team Setting KPIs and driving customer satisfaction and efficiency Managing escalations and supporting key customer relationships Ensuring accurate order processing, documentation and export/logistics compliance Reviewing open orders, schedules and backlog reports Analysing customer demand and performance data to identify improvements Driving system and process enhancements to optimise customer experience This is a highly visible, strategic role where your leadership directly impacts service performance and business growth. What you need to bring Experience leading a customer service or customer operations team Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Experience in a regulated or manufacturing environment (electronics/aerospace is ideal) Knowledge of logistics and export processes Advanced Excel/data analysis skills Ability to coach, mentor and build a high-performance culture Strong problem-solving and organisational skills Education & Experience Degree/HND or equivalent in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or similar 5+ years in customer account management or supply chain Minimum 2 years in a leadership role Who you are You re someone who thrives on ownership, collaboration and delivering results. You enjoy developing your team, driving continuous improvement and enhancing the customer journey. You ll be: Customer-first and commercially focused Analytical with strong attention to detail Calm under pressure and confident making decisions Naturally collaborative and proactive What s in it for you? Up to £47,000pa salary 25 days holiday + bank holidays Additional 3 Christmas shutdown days Pension scheme Life cover (3x salary) Bonus scheme Cycle to Work + EAP Ready to take the next step? If you re an experienced Senior Customer Experience Manager looking for your next challenge, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact me directly for a confidential conversation. Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Are you a people-focused leader who loves driving exceptional customer service? Do you enjoy improving processes, leading high-performing teams and working cross-functionally to achieve outstanding customer outcomes? If that sounds like you, this Senior Customer Experience Manager role could be your next move. We re supporting a major manufacturing business based in Portsmouth , supplying customers across global markets including aerospace, industrial, automotive and electronics. They re known for high-quality engineered products, international reach, and a culture that encourages innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement. What s the role all about? As the Senior Customer Experience Manager , you ll lead the Customer Experience and Customer Service function ensuring outstanding service, operational excellence and strong customer relationships. You ll work closely with Operations, Production, Planning, Purchasing and Logistics, influencing decision-making and driving improvements across the customer journey. You ll be responsible for: Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing customer-focused team Setting KPIs and driving customer satisfaction and efficiency Managing escalations and supporting key customer relationships Ensuring accurate order processing, documentation and export/logistics compliance Reviewing open orders, schedules and backlog reports Analysing customer demand and performance data to identify improvements Driving system and process enhancements to optimise customer experience This is a highly visible, strategic role where your leadership directly impacts service performance and business growth. What you need to bring Experience leading a customer service or customer operations team Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Experience in a regulated or manufacturing environment (electronics/aerospace is ideal) Knowledge of logistics and export processes Advanced Excel/data analysis skills Ability to coach, mentor and build a high-performance culture Strong problem-solving and organisational skills Education & Experience Degree/HND or equivalent in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or similar 5+ years in customer account management or supply chain Minimum 2 years in a leadership role Who you are You re someone who thrives on ownership, collaboration and delivering results. You enjoy developing your team, driving continuous improvement and enhancing the customer journey. You ll be: Customer-first and commercially focused Analytical with strong attention to detail Calm under pressure and confident making decisions Naturally collaborative and proactive What s in it for you? Up to £47,000pa salary 25 days holiday + bank holidays Additional 3 Christmas shutdown days Pension scheme Life cover (3x salary) Bonus scheme Cycle to Work + EAP Ready to take the next step? If you re an experienced Senior Customer Experience Manager looking for your next challenge, we d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact me directly for a confidential conversation. Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title: Senior Electronics/Firmware Engineer Salary: 50,000 - 70,000 per annum Location: Warwick, UK. Hybrid 2-3 days in our client's Warwick office Nicholas Associates has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Electronics & Firmware Engineer to join an innovative & award-winning tech client in Warwick. About the Role: Our client is looking for a Senior Electronics & Firmware Engineer with experience of embedded software to work on the electronics and firmware for their innovative range of products. You will be a part of a strong research and development team which includes electronics hardware, embedded software, cloud & backend software and mobile app development. The work you do will be crucial to the success of our client's current and future products in the marketplace. This is a hands-on role and would need on-site presence around 3 days per week. Key Responsibilities: Design of robust products from concepts and specifications, bringing innovative solutions to complex problems Bringing your experience to bear with hands on development Oversee PCB design and layout, ensuring best practice and high-quality results Write and specify test plans for hardware verification and production testing Support environmental and EMC testing during qualification Perform circuit analysis including power consumption, component tolerance & reliability Capture and implement design requirements in collaboration with other teams. Essential Skills & Experience: Experience of delivering digital electronics designs from concept to production, preferably with a focus on battery powered, microprocessor-based applications Be technically fluent in hardware with some experience of embedded software Oversight of PCB Design & layout Familiarity with standard interface busses such as SPI, I2C, UART & USB Product development with regards to DFx (design for safety, testability, and manufacturability) Knowledge of test & verification techniques in support of product lifecycle development Experience of using embedded C on microcontrollers A Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience Strong communication skills, both written & verbal. Desirable Skills/Experience: These skills/experience are not mandatory but would be an advantage to candidates able to demonstrate any of the following: Full product life cycle development & management Experience with environmental and EMC testing during qualification Production test development & operation when working with in-house or contract manufacturers Experience with battery powered Bluetooth or Wi-Fi devices Some experience of analogue electronics design would be advantageous Technical fluency in any of the following: Mechanical or industrial design; Manufacturing engineering or factory test setups Experience of certification process such as CE, ISED and FCC. Benefits The opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment. Hybrid working arrangements. A benefits package including: Pension; Comprehensive healthcare through AXA; 24/7 On-line GP support A share scheme 25 Days Annual Holiday, plus 8 Public Bank Holidays A supportive team culture with regular team events and professional development opportunities Discount schemes including software services discounts Free car parking on-site Please note - our client is unable to provide Visa Sponsorship. You must be eligible to live & work in the UK. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Electronics/Firmware Engineer Salary: 50,000 - 70,000 per annum Location: Warwick, UK. Hybrid 2-3 days in our client's Warwick office Nicholas Associates has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Electronics & Firmware Engineer to join an innovative & award-winning tech client in Warwick. About the Role: Our client is looking for a Senior Electronics & Firmware Engineer with experience of embedded software to work on the electronics and firmware for their innovative range of products. You will be a part of a strong research and development team which includes electronics hardware, embedded software, cloud & backend software and mobile app development. The work you do will be crucial to the success of our client's current and future products in the marketplace. This is a hands-on role and would need on-site presence around 3 days per week. Key Responsibilities: Design of robust products from concepts and specifications, bringing innovative solutions to complex problems Bringing your experience to bear with hands on development Oversee PCB design and layout, ensuring best practice and high-quality results Write and specify test plans for hardware verification and production testing Support environmental and EMC testing during qualification Perform circuit analysis including power consumption, component tolerance & reliability Capture and implement design requirements in collaboration with other teams. Essential Skills & Experience: Experience of delivering digital electronics designs from concept to production, preferably with a focus on battery powered, microprocessor-based applications Be technically fluent in hardware with some experience of embedded software Oversight of PCB Design & layout Familiarity with standard interface busses such as SPI, I2C, UART & USB Product development with regards to DFx (design for safety, testability, and manufacturability) Knowledge of test & verification techniques in support of product lifecycle development Experience of using embedded C on microcontrollers A Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience Strong communication skills, both written & verbal. Desirable Skills/Experience: These skills/experience are not mandatory but would be an advantage to candidates able to demonstrate any of the following: Full product life cycle development & management Experience with environmental and EMC testing during qualification Production test development & operation when working with in-house or contract manufacturers Experience with battery powered Bluetooth or Wi-Fi devices Some experience of analogue electronics design would be advantageous Technical fluency in any of the following: Mechanical or industrial design; Manufacturing engineering or factory test setups Experience of certification process such as CE, ISED and FCC. Benefits The opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment. Hybrid working arrangements. A benefits package including: Pension; Comprehensive healthcare through AXA; 24/7 On-line GP support A share scheme 25 Days Annual Holiday, plus 8 Public Bank Holidays A supportive team culture with regular team events and professional development opportunities Discount schemes including software services discounts Free car parking on-site Please note - our client is unable to provide Visa Sponsorship. You must be eligible to live & work in the UK. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
Are you an experienced QHSE Engineer with a background in electronics manufacturing or a similar environment? Are you ready to lead quality, health, safety and environmental initiatives in a fast-growing company? If so, this QHSE Engineer role is perfect for you! This QHSE Engineer position is based in Andover, Hampshire . The working hours are Monday to Thursday 08 00, with an early finish of 15:30 on Friday . The role is permanent, onsite, and paying up to £50,000 depending on experience . As the QHSE Engineer, you ll play a key role in developing and maintaining the Business Management System in line with ISO14001, ISO45001, AS9100, ISO9001 and ISO13485 standards. You will act as the EHS Management Representative, leading health, safety and environmental initiatives, managing internal audits and supporting continuous improvement across the business. You ll also be the main contact for supplier quality matters, including audits, first article inspections, change management and non-conformance resolution. The role involves producing quality and supplier performance reports, delivering QHSE training and collaborating across production, engineering and management teams to drive a culture of quality and safety throughout the organisation. You will need: • Previous experience in a similar QHSE or quality role within a manufacturing/engineering environment, ideally electronics manufacturing • Formal training in auditing to standards such as AS9100, ISO13485, ISO14001 or ISO45001 • NEBOSH International Certificate for Health & Safety Management (or equivalent) • Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills • Experience managing supplier quality, audits, and first article inspections If you are interested in this role and think you have the skills and experience this company is looking for then APPLY NOW . Alternatively, please call Tom Jones at Kingdom People on (phone number removed). Kingdom People is acting in the capacity of a Recruitment Agency for their client.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced QHSE Engineer with a background in electronics manufacturing or a similar environment? Are you ready to lead quality, health, safety and environmental initiatives in a fast-growing company? If so, this QHSE Engineer role is perfect for you! This QHSE Engineer position is based in Andover, Hampshire . The working hours are Monday to Thursday 08 00, with an early finish of 15:30 on Friday . The role is permanent, onsite, and paying up to £50,000 depending on experience . As the QHSE Engineer, you ll play a key role in developing and maintaining the Business Management System in line with ISO14001, ISO45001, AS9100, ISO9001 and ISO13485 standards. You will act as the EHS Management Representative, leading health, safety and environmental initiatives, managing internal audits and supporting continuous improvement across the business. You ll also be the main contact for supplier quality matters, including audits, first article inspections, change management and non-conformance resolution. The role involves producing quality and supplier performance reports, delivering QHSE training and collaborating across production, engineering and management teams to drive a culture of quality and safety throughout the organisation. You will need: • Previous experience in a similar QHSE or quality role within a manufacturing/engineering environment, ideally electronics manufacturing • Formal training in auditing to standards such as AS9100, ISO13485, ISO14001 or ISO45001 • NEBOSH International Certificate for Health & Safety Management (or equivalent) • Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills • Experience managing supplier quality, audits, and first article inspections If you are interested in this role and think you have the skills and experience this company is looking for then APPLY NOW . Alternatively, please call Tom Jones at Kingdom People on (phone number removed). Kingdom People is acting in the capacity of a Recruitment Agency for their client.
Job Title: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What you'll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost and performance trade-offs Control Account Management (CAM) Your skills and experiences: Essential: Able to demonstrate high performance and achievement in leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle Proven experience / knowledge of cost and planning management tools/ optimising solutions and minimising impacts from dependencies/ product design and work package control Experience of design and identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development. Alongside root cause and target areas of improvement , focusing on failure reduction and MDBF Knowledge of supporting a production program Desirable: Experience of PLD / FPGA design Requirements management tools, such as DOORS Work-package management tools, such as MSP, JIRA, Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Hardware team: As a Hardware Team Leader, you will lead a team of highly skilled and experienced hardware engineers responsible for the support to our production programs within 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 projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 18th February 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.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What you'll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost and performance trade-offs Control Account Management (CAM) Your skills and experiences: Essential: Able to demonstrate high performance and achievement in leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle Proven experience / knowledge of cost and planning management tools/ optimising solutions and minimising impacts from dependencies/ product design and work package control Experience of design and identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development. Alongside root cause and target areas of improvement , focusing on failure reduction and MDBF Knowledge of supporting a production program Desirable: Experience of PLD / FPGA design Requirements management tools, such as DOORS Work-package management tools, such as MSP, JIRA, Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Hardware team: As a Hardware Team Leader, you will lead a team of highly skilled and experienced hardware engineers responsible for the support to our production programs within 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 projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 18th February 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: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What youll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost click apply for full job details
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What youll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost click apply for full job details
Job Title: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What you'll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost and performance trade-offs Control Account Management (CAM) Your skills and experiences: Essential: Able to demonstrate high performance and achievement in leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle Proven experience / knowledge of cost and planning management tools/ optimising solutions and minimising impacts from dependencies/ product design and work package control Experience of design and identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development. Alongside root cause and target areas of improvement , focusing on failure reduction and MDBF Knowledge of supporting a production program Desirable: Experience of PLD / FPGA design Requirements management tools, such as DOORS Work-package management tools, such as MSP, JIRA, Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Hardware team: As a Hardware Team Leader, you will lead a team of highly skilled and experienced hardware engineers responsible for the support to our production programs within 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 projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 18th February 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.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What you'll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost and performance trade-offs Control Account Management (CAM) Your skills and experiences: Essential: Able to demonstrate high performance and achievement in leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle Proven experience / knowledge of cost and planning management tools/ optimising solutions and minimising impacts from dependencies/ product design and work package control Experience of design and identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development. Alongside root cause and target areas of improvement , focusing on failure reduction and MDBF Knowledge of supporting a production program Desirable: Experience of PLD / FPGA design Requirements management tools, such as DOORS Work-package management tools, such as MSP, JIRA, Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Hardware team: As a Hardware Team Leader, you will lead a team of highly skilled and experienced hardware engineers responsible for the support to our production programs within 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 projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 18th February 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: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What you'll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost and performance trade-offs Control Account Management (CAM) Your skills and experiences: Essential: Able to demonstrate high performance and achievement in leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle Proven experience / knowledge of cost and planning management tools/ optimising solutions and minimising impacts from dependencies/ product design and work package control Experience of design and identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development. Alongside root cause and target areas of improvement , focusing on failure reduction and MDBF Knowledge of supporting a production program Desirable: Experience of PLD / FPGA design Requirements management tools, such as DOORS Work-package management tools, such as MSP, JIRA, Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Hardware team: As a Hardware Team Leader, you will lead a team of highly skilled and experienced hardware engineers responsible for the support to our production programs within 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 projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 18th February 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.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What you'll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost and performance trade-offs Control Account Management (CAM) Your skills and experiences: Essential: Able to demonstrate high performance and achievement in leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle Proven experience / knowledge of cost and planning management tools/ optimising solutions and minimising impacts from dependencies/ product design and work package control Experience of design and identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development. Alongside root cause and target areas of improvement , focusing on failure reduction and MDBF Knowledge of supporting a production program Desirable: Experience of PLD / FPGA design Requirements management tools, such as DOORS Work-package management tools, such as MSP, JIRA, Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Hardware team: As a Hardware Team Leader, you will lead a team of highly skilled and experienced hardware engineers responsible for the support to our production programs within 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 projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 18th February 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: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What you'll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost and performance trade-offs Control Account Management (CAM) Your skills and experiences: Essential: Able to demonstrate high performance and achievement in leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle Proven experience / knowledge of cost and planning management tools/ optimising solutions and minimising impacts from dependencies/ product design and work package control Experience of design and identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development. Alongside root cause and target areas of improvement , focusing on failure reduction and MDBF Knowledge of supporting a production program Desirable: Experience of PLD / FPGA design Requirements management tools, such as DOORS Work-package management tools, such as MSP, JIRA, Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Hardware team: As a Hardware Team Leader, you will lead a team of highly skilled and experienced hardware engineers responsible for the support to our production programs within 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 projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 18th February 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.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Hardware Team Leader Location: Rochester Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum What you'll be doing: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost and performance trade-offs Control Account Management (CAM) Your skills and experiences: Essential: Able to demonstrate high performance and achievement in leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle Proven experience / knowledge of cost and planning management tools/ optimising solutions and minimising impacts from dependencies/ product design and work package control Experience of design and identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development. Alongside root cause and target areas of improvement , focusing on failure reduction and MDBF Knowledge of supporting a production program Desirable: Experience of PLD / FPGA design Requirements management tools, such as DOORS Work-package management tools, such as MSP, JIRA, Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Hardware team: As a Hardware Team Leader, you will lead a team of highly skilled and experienced hardware engineers responsible for the support to our production programs within 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 projects as a member of a very experienced diverse team, with the view to progressing your career in this industry. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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: 18th February 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.
Senior Software Engineer Location: Stevenage (relocation may be available) Working Pattern: Hybrid, typically 3 5 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity My Client is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join Test Software UK, working on mission-critical test systems that support the development, production, and field testing of missile systems. You ll collaborate with Electronic Engineering, the Test Centre of Excellence, and Software Engineering to deliver robust and timely test capability, directly influencing product certification, manufacturing, and in-service support. This role offers exposure across the company's full product portfolio, while embracing DevOps and modern engineering practices. What You ll Do Develop and support high-performance test software interfacing with test equipment Work on real-time and mission-critical systems across development and production Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams Solve complex problems beyond pure software, including system and hardware challenges What they are looking For Software or Electronics Engineer with strong transferable skills Experience in C, C++ or Ada Strong analytical and design skills Proactive, flexible, can-do mindset Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement Why Apply? Join them on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer Location: Stevenage (relocation may be available) Working Pattern: Hybrid, typically 3 5 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity My Client is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join Test Software UK, working on mission-critical test systems that support the development, production, and field testing of missile systems. You ll collaborate with Electronic Engineering, the Test Centre of Excellence, and Software Engineering to deliver robust and timely test capability, directly influencing product certification, manufacturing, and in-service support. This role offers exposure across the company's full product portfolio, while embracing DevOps and modern engineering practices. What You ll Do Develop and support high-performance test software interfacing with test equipment Work on real-time and mission-critical systems across development and production Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams Solve complex problems beyond pure software, including system and hardware challenges What they are looking For Software or Electronics Engineer with strong transferable skills Experience in C, C++ or Ada Strong analytical and design skills Proactive, flexible, can-do mindset Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement Why Apply? Join them on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.
Due to continued success, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated Team Leader to join the Test Equipment team. Overview Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing Engineering, the Test Equipment Engineering Team Leader will be responsible for leading a team of cross discipline Engineers responsible for the design, development and support of Automated Test systems used in the manufacture of secure critical communication radios and accessories. Come and join Sepura Ltd at an exciting time of growth and progress your career within this innovative technology company, based in Waterbeach, Cambridge. Role Team Leadership & Management Lead, mentor, and manage a cross-discipline team of Test Equipment development Engineers. Manage the capacity and resourcing across the team to ensure delivery in an effective and efficient manner Responsible for recruitment, objective setting, performance appraisal and staff development within the team Communicate and liaise effectively with departments across Sepura to provide progress reporting and support to the business. Technical Contribution Partner with Development, NPI and Quality teams to define DFT (Design for Test), test coverage matrices, and factory test strategies (ICT/ functional/ system/ debug & repair diagnostics). Support trial builds, production pilots, ramp readiness (capability checks, cycle time, headcount, and equipment capacity). Ensure test systems meet regulatory standards, carrier requirements and internal quality expectations, supporting efficient, high-yield production and smooth NPI ramp-up. Proactively support & maintain existing test systems in Sepura and in Contract Manufacturers to ensure production continuity Continuous Improvement Drive continuous improvements across the team including working practices, introducing automation where applicable and closing gaps in processes and systems. Monitor test equipment performance and implement improvements for accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency. Foster a culture of ownership, accountability and quality. Day to Day Our customer base includes many different industries and markets around the world. Our complete TETRA and LTE solutions have been developed specifically for users in multiple sectors to face their critical communications challenges. There is no such thing as a typical day here at Sepura. You will be supported by your manager and team, as well as collaborating with other departments across the business. Activities you will be responsible for include: Working effectively with Project Managers, Product Owners and Product Managers to ensure delivery of solutions against agreed priorities Review and approve test plans, test limits, and changes; ensure adequate test coverage across product variants Provide technical leadership to projects and problem solving Oversee design and build of new test racks and fixtures for TETRA and LTE products Working with Quality and product development teams to sustain and improve manufacturing test quality and capacity Liaising with suppliers and external partners for equipment procurement, upgrades, and repairs. What you need to succeed Must-haves: Qualifications Most applicants for this role would have started their careers with a Bachelor university degree, in electronics/mechanical engineering, computer science, or another field of engineering/science. Experience and Skills Strong people management skills - including task delegation, performance reviews, and coaching Strong technical background in either Software or Hardware Automated Test Equipment system design A proven understanding of collecting, analysing and tracking of test measurement data Experience in the design, validation and delivery of manufacturing test systems for mid volume production Proven understanding of electrical measurement, test principles and test equipment Experience in delivering solutions to complex problems Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail. Good verbal and written communication skills, including generation of test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports based on higher-level requirements. Nice to have Qualifications A Bachelor university degree, ideally in engineering or computer science, although other formal academic qualifications would be considered based on experience. Experience and Skills Statistical analysis of test measurement data Experience of implementation of machine learning and/ or AI into a manufacturing test environment Demonstratable understanding of Agile development principles
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Due to continued success, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated Team Leader to join the Test Equipment team. Overview Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing Engineering, the Test Equipment Engineering Team Leader will be responsible for leading a team of cross discipline Engineers responsible for the design, development and support of Automated Test systems used in the manufacture of secure critical communication radios and accessories. Come and join Sepura Ltd at an exciting time of growth and progress your career within this innovative technology company, based in Waterbeach, Cambridge. Role Team Leadership & Management Lead, mentor, and manage a cross-discipline team of Test Equipment development Engineers. Manage the capacity and resourcing across the team to ensure delivery in an effective and efficient manner Responsible for recruitment, objective setting, performance appraisal and staff development within the team Communicate and liaise effectively with departments across Sepura to provide progress reporting and support to the business. Technical Contribution Partner with Development, NPI and Quality teams to define DFT (Design for Test), test coverage matrices, and factory test strategies (ICT/ functional/ system/ debug & repair diagnostics). Support trial builds, production pilots, ramp readiness (capability checks, cycle time, headcount, and equipment capacity). Ensure test systems meet regulatory standards, carrier requirements and internal quality expectations, supporting efficient, high-yield production and smooth NPI ramp-up. Proactively support & maintain existing test systems in Sepura and in Contract Manufacturers to ensure production continuity Continuous Improvement Drive continuous improvements across the team including working practices, introducing automation where applicable and closing gaps in processes and systems. Monitor test equipment performance and implement improvements for accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency. Foster a culture of ownership, accountability and quality. Day to Day Our customer base includes many different industries and markets around the world. Our complete TETRA and LTE solutions have been developed specifically for users in multiple sectors to face their critical communications challenges. There is no such thing as a typical day here at Sepura. You will be supported by your manager and team, as well as collaborating with other departments across the business. Activities you will be responsible for include: Working effectively with Project Managers, Product Owners and Product Managers to ensure delivery of solutions against agreed priorities Review and approve test plans, test limits, and changes; ensure adequate test coverage across product variants Provide technical leadership to projects and problem solving Oversee design and build of new test racks and fixtures for TETRA and LTE products Working with Quality and product development teams to sustain and improve manufacturing test quality and capacity Liaising with suppliers and external partners for equipment procurement, upgrades, and repairs. What you need to succeed Must-haves: Qualifications Most applicants for this role would have started their careers with a Bachelor university degree, in electronics/mechanical engineering, computer science, or another field of engineering/science. Experience and Skills Strong people management skills - including task delegation, performance reviews, and coaching Strong technical background in either Software or Hardware Automated Test Equipment system design A proven understanding of collecting, analysing and tracking of test measurement data Experience in the design, validation and delivery of manufacturing test systems for mid volume production Proven understanding of electrical measurement, test principles and test equipment Experience in delivering solutions to complex problems Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail. Good verbal and written communication skills, including generation of test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports based on higher-level requirements. Nice to have Qualifications A Bachelor university degree, ideally in engineering or computer science, although other formal academic qualifications would be considered based on experience. Experience and Skills Statistical analysis of test measurement data Experience of implementation of machine learning and/ or AI into a manufacturing test environment Demonstratable understanding of Agile development principles
Join MBDA UK Ltd as a Senior Test Engineer and become an integral part of our Manufacturing team. This role presents an outstanding chance to contribute to the testing of our products. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to play a crucial role in upholding the highest standards of quality and reliability for our products. Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities The opportunity: This opportunity is for a Test Engineer to join the Manufacturing team supporting test and diagnostics of electrical/electronic sub-systems and circuit cards during all phases of the product lifecycle. You will be providing technical support to the manufacturing test capability, to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements. Providing Test Engineering support during Design / Development phases from initial concept through to Production Readiness Review and release to Operations. Supporting Test Facility introduction and ensuring that appropriate configuration control of equipment and facilities is in place prior to use, including generating supporting test specifications and operator instructions. Supporting testing of electrical/electronic sub-assemblies and circuit cards, with diagnosis of production test failures down to component level. Working closely with Operations, the design teams and other stakeholders to overcome any technical challenges. Always aiming to deliver in line with all programme and quality requirements, whilst maintaining Test Engineering functional governance and pursuing continuous improvement. You will be working with a small team of dedicated engineers in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment. The team has a great mix of people, ranging from apprentices and graduates through to experienced engineers, all striving to deliver technical excellence across a number of different missile systems in development and production. What we're looking for from you: Minimum HNC level of qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject (HND/Degree preferred) plus experience in digital and analogue electronics manufacture and test. A good understanding of electrical/electronic measurement and test principles and test equipment, as well as fault diagnosis techniques for electronic/electro-mechanical sub-assemblies. Experience of using both manual and automated test equipment, preferably in a defence organisation or similar manufacturing environment. Familiar with enterprise resource planning and manufacturing execution system programs (e.g. SAP, MES) for recording test activities and generating non-conformance reports and concessions. The ability to plan and organise own work in order to ensure multiple tasks can be prioritised and delivered against Project objectives. Good verbal and written communication skills, including generation of test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports based on higher-level requirements. Proven analytical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Join MBDA UK Ltd as a Senior Test Engineer and become an integral part of our Manufacturing team. This role presents an outstanding chance to contribute to the testing of our products. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to play a crucial role in upholding the highest standards of quality and reliability for our products. Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities The opportunity: This opportunity is for a Test Engineer to join the Manufacturing team supporting test and diagnostics of electrical/electronic sub-systems and circuit cards during all phases of the product lifecycle. You will be providing technical support to the manufacturing test capability, to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements. Providing Test Engineering support during Design / Development phases from initial concept through to Production Readiness Review and release to Operations. Supporting Test Facility introduction and ensuring that appropriate configuration control of equipment and facilities is in place prior to use, including generating supporting test specifications and operator instructions. Supporting testing of electrical/electronic sub-assemblies and circuit cards, with diagnosis of production test failures down to component level. Working closely with Operations, the design teams and other stakeholders to overcome any technical challenges. Always aiming to deliver in line with all programme and quality requirements, whilst maintaining Test Engineering functional governance and pursuing continuous improvement. You will be working with a small team of dedicated engineers in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment. The team has a great mix of people, ranging from apprentices and graduates through to experienced engineers, all striving to deliver technical excellence across a number of different missile systems in development and production. What we're looking for from you: Minimum HNC level of qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject (HND/Degree preferred) plus experience in digital and analogue electronics manufacture and test. A good understanding of electrical/electronic measurement and test principles and test equipment, as well as fault diagnosis techniques for electronic/electro-mechanical sub-assemblies. Experience of using both manual and automated test equipment, preferably in a defence organisation or similar manufacturing environment. Familiar with enterprise resource planning and manufacturing execution system programs (e.g. SAP, MES) for recording test activities and generating non-conformance reports and concessions. The ability to plan and organise own work in order to ensure multiple tasks can be prioritised and delivered against Project objectives. Good verbal and written communication skills, including generation of test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports based on higher-level requirements. Proven analytical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Senior Electronics Design Engineer Department: R&D Employment Type: Full Time Location: Salisbury Working at the heart of our R+D team your role is designing the electronics for the next generation of Naim Audio's world class HiFi systems and, our sister company, Focal's speakers. Using your experience of working with high complexity digital systems you will be responsible for designing and implementing the electronics circuits that make Naim Audio and Focal streaming music systems sound so good. The R+D team is cross functional, and you'll be working closely with embedded software engineers, mechanical designers and test engineers. From concept phase right through to production you will be involved in the electronics design process, simulating circuits, pre-scan of EMC rules, prototyping, creating schematics, designing PCBs then testing and assisting with the transition to manufacture. Key Responsibilities Electronic design: Digital circuit design including components such as Microprocessors, DSP, FPGA, DAC/ADC High speed digital design Power supply design, linear and switched mode. Analogue circuit simulation and design of amplifiers and audio filters Prototyping and bench testing PCBs and circuits. EMC and ESD Electronics design peer reviews Electronics architecture reviews Design feasibility evaluation ECAD Design: Schematic design and PCB layout Analogue PCB design Power PCB design FPC and PCB Interconnection design System Integration Liaising with Suppliers and third parties: RF Design Consultants FFC and PCB Manufacturers Test Equipment suppliers Custom component design Sourcing component samples and liaising with companies for custom sample Skills, Knowledge and Expertise You are expected to have a strong electronics engineering background, preferable with a specialisation in modern digital technologies such as dealing with high-speed signals commonly found with DSP and FPGA designs. Knowledge of RF technologies such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi would be beneficial, as would experience dealing with EMC sensitive applications. Degree qualified in Electronics engineering or similar discipline History of working in a commercial environment designing complex electronics products. Able to demonstrate depth of knowledge in multiple technical areas related to digital systems such as digital audio systems, high speed circuit design, FPGA or RF design. Analogue electronics design experience Lab skills such as debugging prototypes in collaboration with firmware engineers and using test equipment such as modern oscilloscopes and logic analysers. Experienced ECAD user, preferable Altium 360 Knowledge and ability to design to global safety and EMC / ESD standards rules. Familiarity with modern collaborative development tools and techniques such as Confluence and Jira Experience in the audio industry would be beneficial where critical listening was part of the design process. Benefits 24 days holiday, plus bank holidays - increasing with length of service Free canteen Free parking available on-site Enhanced employer pension contribution (4% of gross salary) Death in Service insurance Employee discount on Naim products Wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and discounted memberships at select local gyms Alongside other, standard benefits (for example, training and development opportunities as appropriate to role)
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Senior Electronics Design Engineer Department: R&D Employment Type: Full Time Location: Salisbury Working at the heart of our R+D team your role is designing the electronics for the next generation of Naim Audio's world class HiFi systems and, our sister company, Focal's speakers. Using your experience of working with high complexity digital systems you will be responsible for designing and implementing the electronics circuits that make Naim Audio and Focal streaming music systems sound so good. The R+D team is cross functional, and you'll be working closely with embedded software engineers, mechanical designers and test engineers. From concept phase right through to production you will be involved in the electronics design process, simulating circuits, pre-scan of EMC rules, prototyping, creating schematics, designing PCBs then testing and assisting with the transition to manufacture. Key Responsibilities Electronic design: Digital circuit design including components such as Microprocessors, DSP, FPGA, DAC/ADC High speed digital design Power supply design, linear and switched mode. Analogue circuit simulation and design of amplifiers and audio filters Prototyping and bench testing PCBs and circuits. EMC and ESD Electronics design peer reviews Electronics architecture reviews Design feasibility evaluation ECAD Design: Schematic design and PCB layout Analogue PCB design Power PCB design FPC and PCB Interconnection design System Integration Liaising with Suppliers and third parties: RF Design Consultants FFC and PCB Manufacturers Test Equipment suppliers Custom component design Sourcing component samples and liaising with companies for custom sample Skills, Knowledge and Expertise You are expected to have a strong electronics engineering background, preferable with a specialisation in modern digital technologies such as dealing with high-speed signals commonly found with DSP and FPGA designs. Knowledge of RF technologies such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi would be beneficial, as would experience dealing with EMC sensitive applications. Degree qualified in Electronics engineering or similar discipline History of working in a commercial environment designing complex electronics products. Able to demonstrate depth of knowledge in multiple technical areas related to digital systems such as digital audio systems, high speed circuit design, FPGA or RF design. Analogue electronics design experience Lab skills such as debugging prototypes in collaboration with firmware engineers and using test equipment such as modern oscilloscopes and logic analysers. Experienced ECAD user, preferable Altium 360 Knowledge and ability to design to global safety and EMC / ESD standards rules. Familiarity with modern collaborative development tools and techniques such as Confluence and Jira Experience in the audio industry would be beneficial where critical listening was part of the design process. Benefits 24 days holiday, plus bank holidays - increasing with length of service Free canteen Free parking available on-site Enhanced employer pension contribution (4% of gross salary) Death in Service insurance Employee discount on Naim products Wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and discounted memberships at select local gyms Alongside other, standard benefits (for example, training and development opportunities as appropriate to role)
A fantastic job opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer in East Sussex. My client is a global centre of excellence, specialising in the design and manufacture of electronic controllers, instrumentation, and drives. The role as the Senior Manufacturing Engineer in East Sussex will be leading the NPI Development team and will be responsible for liaising with the relevant design staff to ensure the overall quality and delivery of new parts, to the highest standards. You will also work to ensure the proposed design concepts can be manufactured cost-effectively. You will oversee the prototype build of products in question, prepare relevant documentation and actively participate in PFMEAs (Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis) and DFMEs (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis). This role will also require you to work with Operations personnel to allow for the optimisation and layout of the assembly areas, as well as the assembly tooling used in the NPI build. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer must have experience with PCBA and leading a manufacturing or production team. As the Senior Manufacturing Engineer in East Sussex, you will have experience in a New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Product Development (NPD) role within electronics assembly, and/or PCB/cable assembly or electronics box build as well as experienced in the use of ERP/MRP systems (SAP Preferable). You will also have an Engineering Degree or equivalent and provable experience in a similar position. Awareness of all types of electronic printed circuit assembly techniques is beneficial. My client are a Market Leader who combine over 30 years of experience within the Electronic engineering with the attitude and opportunity of a start-up company. APPLY NOW for the Senior Manufacturing Engineer East Sussex job, or to apply for similar jobs, by sending your CV to (url removed), otherwise, we always welcome the opportunity to discuss other production jobs on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed).
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
A fantastic job opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer in East Sussex. My client is a global centre of excellence, specialising in the design and manufacture of electronic controllers, instrumentation, and drives. The role as the Senior Manufacturing Engineer in East Sussex will be leading the NPI Development team and will be responsible for liaising with the relevant design staff to ensure the overall quality and delivery of new parts, to the highest standards. You will also work to ensure the proposed design concepts can be manufactured cost-effectively. You will oversee the prototype build of products in question, prepare relevant documentation and actively participate in PFMEAs (Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis) and DFMEs (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis). This role will also require you to work with Operations personnel to allow for the optimisation and layout of the assembly areas, as well as the assembly tooling used in the NPI build. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer must have experience with PCBA and leading a manufacturing or production team. As the Senior Manufacturing Engineer in East Sussex, you will have experience in a New Product Introduction (NPI) and New Product Development (NPD) role within electronics assembly, and/or PCB/cable assembly or electronics box build as well as experienced in the use of ERP/MRP systems (SAP Preferable). You will also have an Engineering Degree or equivalent and provable experience in a similar position. Awareness of all types of electronic printed circuit assembly techniques is beneficial. My client are a Market Leader who combine over 30 years of experience within the Electronic engineering with the attitude and opportunity of a start-up company. APPLY NOW for the Senior Manufacturing Engineer East Sussex job, or to apply for similar jobs, by sending your CV to (url removed), otherwise, we always welcome the opportunity to discuss other production jobs on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed).
Our respected client, a trusted partner to the UK's Ministry of Defence, is seeking skilled engineers to join the Test Equipment Hardware Design Capability group. This team operates within the Test Equipment Centre of Excellence (TE CofEx), part of the Electronic Engineering (EE) Directorate. The EE Directorate sits within the broader Operations Directorate, forming a key pillar of Greater Engineering, which encompasses Engineering, Operations, and Programmes. Key Responsibilities: Prepare specifications and develop designs to meet quality and technical standards Investigate technical issues and propose effective solutions Conduct design appraisals to ensure compliance with standards Define test strategies and suggest improvements to diagnostic processes Collaborate on planning, risk, and quality with the Engineering Project Manager Produce documentation to support in-service product use Contribute to bid preparation and identify business opportunities Manage budgets and lead, develop, and motivate team members Report progress against work programmes and make engineering decisions Optimise team size and support junior staff while staying current in technical areas What do you need?: Interpret and understand technical requirements and drawings to develop automated test facilities and procedures that support production operations. Possess contemporary working knowledge of electronics. Have a solid understanding of modern test techniques and methodologies, including ICT, Functional Test, and Boundary Scan. Demonstrate experience in designing measurement systems, including the applicability of instruments, power distribution, and grounding. Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Have significant experience in creating Automated Test Equipment. Preferably have experience using NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand. Preferably have experience in Boundary Scan and XJtag. What happens now? Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team. More about the role: For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air. This role is based at our client's headquarters in Stevenage, a key location for missile operations. The site offers excellent transportation links, an onsite gym, and a coffee shop. Training and development opportunities are available to all employees. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 03, 2026
Contractor
Our respected client, a trusted partner to the UK's Ministry of Defence, is seeking skilled engineers to join the Test Equipment Hardware Design Capability group. This team operates within the Test Equipment Centre of Excellence (TE CofEx), part of the Electronic Engineering (EE) Directorate. The EE Directorate sits within the broader Operations Directorate, forming a key pillar of Greater Engineering, which encompasses Engineering, Operations, and Programmes. Key Responsibilities: Prepare specifications and develop designs to meet quality and technical standards Investigate technical issues and propose effective solutions Conduct design appraisals to ensure compliance with standards Define test strategies and suggest improvements to diagnostic processes Collaborate on planning, risk, and quality with the Engineering Project Manager Produce documentation to support in-service product use Contribute to bid preparation and identify business opportunities Manage budgets and lead, develop, and motivate team members Report progress against work programmes and make engineering decisions Optimise team size and support junior staff while staying current in technical areas What do you need?: Interpret and understand technical requirements and drawings to develop automated test facilities and procedures that support production operations. Possess contemporary working knowledge of electronics. Have a solid understanding of modern test techniques and methodologies, including ICT, Functional Test, and Boundary Scan. Demonstrate experience in designing measurement systems, including the applicability of instruments, power distribution, and grounding. Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Have significant experience in creating Automated Test Equipment. Preferably have experience using NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand. Preferably have experience in Boundary Scan and XJtag. What happens now? Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team. More about the role: For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air. This role is based at our client's headquarters in Stevenage, a key location for missile operations. The site offers excellent transportation links, an onsite gym, and a coffee shop. Training and development opportunities are available to all employees. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Electronics Design Engineer Primary location: Portishead office Working hours: 37.5 hours Hybrid working available: Yes Salary : Competitive Would you like to be part of pioneering projects that will shape the future of technology? Are you looking to lead complex electronic projects? Do you want to develop your career with a unique and growing technology company with a global reach? Viper Innovations is a King's Award-winning engineering technology company partnered with The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). We deliver advanced monitoring and asset integrity solutions that protect mission-critical electrical systems in subsea energy, rail, and industrial sectors worldwide. The Role: We are seeking a Senior Electronics Design Engineer to take technical ownership of electronic hardware development from concept through to production. You will play a key role in R&D delivery, act as a technical authority within the team, and support the development of engineers while working on challenging, real-world engineering problems. Key Responsibilities Include: Translate product requirements into robust electronic hardware designs, including architecture, schematics, PCB layout oversight, and component selection Lead prototype builds, board bring-up, debugging, validation, and production readiness Ensure designs meet performance, safety, reliability, and environmental requirements Apply DFM/DFA principles and support manufacturing, suppliers, and early production builds Manage component availability, alternates, and obsolescence risks Own technical decision-making, design reviews, and issue resolution Maintain controlled design documentation, BOMs, and compliance records Support R&D programme delivery by managing priorities, removing blockers, and coordinating activities Coach and support engineers, helping to build a capable, motivated, and high-performing team What We Are Looking For: Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience) Proven experience delivering electronics designs from concept to production Strong knowledge of analogue, digital, and power electronics Understanding of embedded electronics and C/C++ Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills - Desirable, but not essential: Experience with instrumentation or condition monitoring Knowledge of reflectometry-based technologies Understanding of communication theories What's in it for you? 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy or sell 5 additional days) Life assurance Attractive contributory pension scheme Cycle to work scheme/volunteering scheme/electric car scheme available Hybrid & flexible working arrangements: We offer a balanced hybrid working model, with three days based in the office and two days working remotely. Our flexible working hours include core hours from 10am to 3pm, allowing employees to structure their start and finish times. Profit-related bonus to celebrate the company's successes If you are passionate about this role and want to be part of an exciting and innovative team, we'd love to hear from you! Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time , we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
Senior Electronics Design Engineer Primary location: Portishead office Working hours: 37.5 hours Hybrid working available: Yes Salary : Competitive Would you like to be part of pioneering projects that will shape the future of technology? Are you looking to lead complex electronic projects? Do you want to develop your career with a unique and growing technology company with a global reach? Viper Innovations is a King's Award-winning engineering technology company partnered with The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). We deliver advanced monitoring and asset integrity solutions that protect mission-critical electrical systems in subsea energy, rail, and industrial sectors worldwide. The Role: We are seeking a Senior Electronics Design Engineer to take technical ownership of electronic hardware development from concept through to production. You will play a key role in R&D delivery, act as a technical authority within the team, and support the development of engineers while working on challenging, real-world engineering problems. Key Responsibilities Include: Translate product requirements into robust electronic hardware designs, including architecture, schematics, PCB layout oversight, and component selection Lead prototype builds, board bring-up, debugging, validation, and production readiness Ensure designs meet performance, safety, reliability, and environmental requirements Apply DFM/DFA principles and support manufacturing, suppliers, and early production builds Manage component availability, alternates, and obsolescence risks Own technical decision-making, design reviews, and issue resolution Maintain controlled design documentation, BOMs, and compliance records Support R&D programme delivery by managing priorities, removing blockers, and coordinating activities Coach and support engineers, helping to build a capable, motivated, and high-performing team What We Are Looking For: Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or equivalent experience) Proven experience delivering electronics designs from concept to production Strong knowledge of analogue, digital, and power electronics Understanding of embedded electronics and C/C++ Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills - Desirable, but not essential: Experience with instrumentation or condition monitoring Knowledge of reflectometry-based technologies Understanding of communication theories What's in it for you? 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy or sell 5 additional days) Life assurance Attractive contributory pension scheme Cycle to work scheme/volunteering scheme/electric car scheme available Hybrid & flexible working arrangements: We offer a balanced hybrid working model, with three days based in the office and two days working remotely. Our flexible working hours include core hours from 10am to 3pm, allowing employees to structure their start and finish times. Profit-related bonus to celebrate the company's successes If you are passionate about this role and want to be part of an exciting and innovative team, we'd love to hear from you! Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time , we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
