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Senior Network Engineer From £55,000pa Bedford, Hybrid Permanent, Full Time Can you Design, implement, and maintain robust, secure, and scalable network infrastructure solutions? Are you able to ensure high availability, performance, and security of bpha's network systems while mentoring junior staff and collaborating across IT teams? Then we want to hear from you! We're looking for someone who can do click apply for full job details

Our client is an Independent Security Systems Integrator, with expertise built over decades delivering security solutions for high-security, public space, transport, and infrastructure projects throughout the UK and Ireland Working in collaboration with the sales, service, and commercial functions, you will effectively manage a range of implementation projects from inception through to close-out to agreed quality, time and cost criteria. Projects will vary in size and scope, so you should be equally comfortable and effective working as lead or part of a larger project team Your main activities will be the management of on-site installation and commissioning engineering resources to achieve the in-scope contracted requirements and the development and maintenance of an agreed schedule of works with the client and other contracting parties. Key Responsibilities Delivery of assigned projects to agreed quality, time and cost criteria. Management of multiple projects in a matrix organisation environment. Lead the assigned project team to achieve successful project outcomes. Development and maintenance of project scope definitions, plans and schedules, including the identification of resource requirements. Identification and management of project risks (threats and opportunities). Management of change technical and commercial. Preparation and delivery of management/progress reports to senior management and clients (as appropriate), to agreed schedules. Identification of recovery plans in event of adverse project variances to recover project predicted outturn. Preparation of purchase requisitions to procure materials for projects managed. Providing support to business winning team, as required. Support the business continuous improvement initiatives through, for example, contributing to learning from experience activities. Qualifications 3+ years experience successfully managing multiple projects in multi-client environments with significant client facing exposure. Experience of mid technology companies (SMEs) experience of security / telecoms / electronics / technology industries advantageous. Good grounding in project management principles (i.e. APM Level D preferred, PMI, PRINCE2 Practitioner) with formal life cycle management experience. Sound knowledge of CDM Regulations with experience of managing projects within CDM governed environments, contributing to effective health and safety planning, risk management, and coordination of relevant documentation and stakeholders. Excellent commercial awareness knowledge of JCT/NEC3/4 Contract frameworks advantageous. Ability to develop appropriate relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent communication skills in written, spoken and through presentations. Can do attitude. Demonstrable commitment to developing others to raise the capabilities and performance of the business. Strong IT literacy with a good working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of tools (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Microsoft Project), and confidence using digital tools to support effective project delivery. What We Offer We offer a range of benefits that help make our client a great place to work. Please note that benefits may vary depending on region and role. Remote & Hybrid Working Supported Flexible Working, Around Core Hours Health & Wellbeing Programme Life Assurance (4 x Annual Salary) 5% Matched Pension Scheme Carry Over Holidays (Up To 5) Reward & Recognition Programme Long Service Rewards Forward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency. Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

FPGA Engineer Initial 12-Month Contract Stevenage OR Bristol x3 days onsite p/w (inside IR35) SC to start - UKEO programmes 90ph, UMB, inside IR35 Our client, a key player in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a talented FPGA Design Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role involves working on a growing portfolio of complex FPGA projects, including advanced signal processing systems, core embedded processing systems, and safety & security critical systems. Key Responsibilities: Tackle technically demanding projects and develop new skills Embody key values of Innovation, Commitment, Integrity, Passion, and Team Spirit Join a team full of desire and ambition to be the best Work at the forefront of technology, developing new and innovative concepts for future products Design, develop and prove key products throughout the product lifecycle from concept to in-service support Define the architecture and requirements, working with hardware and system engineers Implement and test designs Prepare and maintain design and test documentation Support peer reviews and contribute to team growth Provide integration support, working with systems, software, and hardware engineers Work on research topics to secure future technology Job Requirements: Ideally degree qualified (or equivalent) with significant experience Competent VHDL skills Competent verification skills with SystemVerilog as an advantage Proven track record of designing for Xilinx, Intel or Microsemi devices and mastery of associated tool chains An agile team player with good communication skills, able to operate in a multi-disciplinary team Experience in complex FPGA designs using Xilinx and/or Altera FPGA devices, including SoC configurations using Power PC or ARM cores Thorough understanding of design tools such as Xilinx EDK, Xilinx ISE, Xilinx XST, Vivado, Mentor Graphics HDL Designer, Precision Synthesis, ModelSim If you are an experienced FPGA Design Engineer looking for a challenging contract role in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to contribute to cutting-edge projects and grow within a dedicated and innovative environment.

Job Title: Principal Radiation Physicist Location: Barrow-in-Furness - Hybrid 3 days minimum onsite. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: You will supervise and conduct assessment and experiments to support system qualification, while contributing to ongoing design optimisation. Your role includes producing and reviewing radiological safety justifications for proposed design solutions and directing the development of in house toolsets to meet departmental goals. You will also support detailed shielding design, balancing build constraints with system performance requirements. Core duties: You hold a relevant STEM degree in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, or Nuclear Engineering You have demonstrable experience using radiation transport codes such as MCNP, MCBEND, or Attilla You understand radiation physics and its practical application You have experience in radiation safety studies and behaviours You have experience in radiation metrology You possess knowledge of the ALARP principle The Radiation Physics & Shielding Team: Our team designs and validates radiation shielding for the UK's nuclear submarine fleet across three major programmes. We handle shield design, build assessments, metrology, and safety studies, while developing novel detectors and electronics capability. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 13th May 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.

Location Fareham, Southeast England, P014 IAS About the job Job summary This vacancy offers a unique opportunity to support the front-line Royal Navy (RN). The Operational Advantage Centre's (OAC) Technical Section is tasked with maintaining and developing state of the art IT systems that are critical enablers to the advanced analytical approaches and technologies we use to provide information underpinning the RN's doctrine, tactics, and procedures. Without the Technical Section we cannot deliver operational advantage to the front line. The Associate IT Infrastructure Engineer exists to support the delivery of (and/or contribute to the delivery of) technical support to OAC activities. This includes the specific responsibility for the administration, maintenance, development, and support of the OAC operational analysis secret and official local area networks (OA Secret LAN and iNet). This is a challenging and exciting role that will requires technical knowledge and an ability to work under pressure. It is perfect for anyone who is seeking to work at the cutting edge of technology and apply their skills to a Navy reshaping itself for the information age. We will provide training, tutoring and mentoring to ensure that you can develop your own abilities within the role. Subject to funding, the successful candidate will be able to complete an apprenticeship and combine on the job training with an additional learning, leading to an externally awarded qualification. The position is advertised at 37 hours per week. Job description The Associate IT Infrastructure Engineer exists to support the provision of advanced information technology required by OAC to enable a range of analytical outputs to support the front line. This includes the specific responsibility for the administration, maintenance, development, and support of the OAC operational analysis secret and official local area networks as well as relevant cloud services provided by Navy Digital. They are responsible for maintaining and administering OAC local area networks in line with organisational requirements. This includes the provision and maintenance of associated hardware and ensuring compliance with security and software licencing conditions. They are also responsible for providing technical support to OAC Operational Analysis (OA) activities, including modelling and simulation, wargaming, tactical reconstruction, and conducting live trials. This includes the maintenance, installation, and operation of equipment used onboard UK and NATO vessels in support of fulfilling trial data capture requirements. We will provide training, tutoring and mentoring to ensure that you can develop your own abilities within the role. Subject to funding, the successful candidate will be able to complete an apprenticeship and combine on the job training with an additional learning, leading to an externally awarded qualification. Specifically, the Associate IT Infrastructure Engineer is required to: Deliver technical support and advice to OAC and its customers as requested via the OAC Technical Section task management system (TMS). Support the Technical Section Team Leader on the development of OAC technical support capability, including maintaining technical systems to meet stated OAC requirements. Fit and maintain data recording equipment on UK and NATO ships in support of OAC operational analysis activity. Be part of a team working on more complex technical support tasks where required, including responsibility for elements of a larger projects. Maintain a watching brief on technological developments in the fields of information technology and data capture/analysis. Act as one of the system administrators for the Official, Secret and Top-Secret IT systems. Perform all activities with due regard to departmental policies on health and safety, security. and diversity and inclusion. Provide support to OAC Technical Section Team Leader and senior engineer as required. Person specification We are looking for an apprentice IT Infrastructure Engineer who is comfortable with ambiguity and shifting priorities and can self-motivate through to delivery. You will be able to work within dynamic military/civilian teams and be able to operate autonomously with appropriate direction and mentorship. Most importantly, you will be resourceful and able to apply your skills creatively to solve problems often under extreme time pressures. Essential: Strong Interest in Technology. Desirable: Experience of information technology system management. Experience of network design and management. Experience of trials instrumentation, software implementation, and/or electronic engineering. Awareness of database administration. Holding a full manual driving licence. Level 2 Qualifications in Maths and English (e.g. GCSE grade C/4) Level 3 qualification in a relevant engineering or science discipline, or equivalent experience.

Job Title: Principal Radiation Physicist Location: Barrow-in-Furness - Hybrid 3 days minimum onsite. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: You will supervise and conduct assessment and experiments to support system qualification, while contributing to ongoing design optimisation. Your role includes producing and reviewing radiological safety justifications for proposed design solutions and directing the development of in house toolsets to meet departmental goals. You will also support detailed shielding design, balancing build constraints with system performance requirements. Core duties: You hold a relevant STEM degree in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, or Nuclear Engineering You have demonstrable experience using radiation transport codes such as MCNP, MCBEND, or Attilla You understand radiation physics and its practical application You have experience in radiation safety studies and behaviours You have experience in radiation metrology You possess knowledge of the ALARP principle The Radiation Physics & Shielding Team: Our team designs and validates radiation shielding for the UK's nuclear submarine fleet across three major programmes. We handle shield design, build assessments, metrology, and safety studies, while developing novel detectors and electronics capability. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 13th May 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.

Blue Light Card. Individually great, together unstoppable The Role and the Team We're looking for an IT Systems Engineer to join our IT Operations team. This is a hands-on role where you'll support the day-to-day running of our IT environment while also contributing to projects that improve how we work. You'll play an important part in ensuring our systems are reliable, secure, and optimised, while helping us explore opportunities in automation, AI, and modern cloud technologies. Working closely with colleagues across London and our Head Office in Cossington, you'll provide in-person and remote support and collaborate on initiatives that enhance our IT services and colleague experience. What You'll Do Build positive working relationships with colleagues at all levels, acting as the sole trusted point of contact for IT support in the London office Provide supportive, high-quality deskside and remote assistance, including for senior stakeholders and leadership teams Manage and maintain IT systems, network infrastructure, and Windows/macOS environments across the organisation Administer and optimise Microsoft 365 and Entra ID/Azure AD, including user provisioning and licence management Troubleshoot and resolve incidents and service requests, ensuring a positive end-user experience Support and enhance endpoint security, system performance, and compliance standards Contribute to IT projects such as system upgrades, migrations, and SaaS integrations Identify and deliver improvements through automation and AI, including building or supporting workflows using tools such as N8N What You'll Bring Extensive experience as an IT Systems Engineer who is confident engaging with and supporting stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership Experience in automation and emerging technologies, including AI and workflow tools such as N8N Experience working with Microsoft 365 and Entra ID/Azure AD environments Confidence supporting both Windows and macOS devices in a business setting Understanding of networking fundamentals (e.g. DNS, DHCP, VPNs, Wi-Fi) A thoughtful and proactive approach to troubleshooting and problem solving Experience using scripting (e.g. PowerShell) to automate tasks and improve efficiency Familiarity with device management, asset tracking, and service desk tools (e.g. Jira) Our Culture Our mission is simple - make heroes happy. Our members are the real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It's what gets us up in the morning and pushes us to go further, think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service. We don't just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special. We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices, where you can make the most of our fully stocked snack drawers - either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team. We aim to be flexible, but we aren't able to offer fully remote working. Blue Light Card is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. In the event of a high number of applications, we'll prioritise candidates who meet both the essential and desirable criteria for the role. What We Offer Hybrid working and flexible hours EV charging and free parking onsite at HQ 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, and a buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days A company bonus scheme Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts Generous funded BUPA medical insurance covering pre-existing conditions Auto-enrolment pension scheme via salary sacrifice, with employer NI savings reinvested into pensions Enhanced parental leave and absence leave Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) and mental health first aiders Great social events e.g., festive party, summer party, team socials, sports matches Regular company-wide recognition events e.g. monthly Light's Up and annual Shine awards Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks/snacks) Onsite gym at HQ (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes) Strong learning and development culture and personal growth fund

Fire & Security Engineer Salary £30K - £35K & O/T (OTE up to £55K) Fully Expensed Van & Excellent Benefits If you re an engineer who likes solving real problems, owning your work, and being trusted for your expertise, this role is worth your attention. Syncro Fire & Security has been protecting homes and businesses across the North for 12+ years. We re a tight-knit team and now part of the fast-growing Ranger Fire & Security Group , giving you the stability of an established company with the progression opportunities of a modern, ambitious national Group. What You ll Get Salary up to £35K depending on experience Opportunity for overtime and on call bonus Commission on quoted works Private Medical Insurance & Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Fully expensed van, laptop & mobile Ongoing training on leading systems (Gent, Fireclass, etc.) 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy more) What You ll Be Doing Installing and maintaining fire alarms, CCTV, intruder alarms and extinguishers Delivering high-quality PPM and supporting a 24-hour callout rota Getting hands-on with upgrades, commissioning and system programming Working across varied sites no two days look the same What You Bring Proven experience as a Fire & Security Engineer Strong knowledge of CCTV, fire alarms and detection systems, and access control Confidence with IP/networked systems Professional, customer facing Full UK driving licence FIA / BAFE certification (desirable) Ready to Build Something Bigger? If you want more autonomy, more progression and a company that genuinely backs its engineers, we d love to hear from you. As an equal opportunities employer, RangerFS is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Ranger

Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! Our vision is fast technology, fair service, and honest values. All at the tap of a phone, all the time. Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, discovering, to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. Our Data Environment Our Data teams are aligned to divisions covering the following Banking Services & Products, Customer Identity & Financial Crime and Data & ML Engineering. Our Data teams are excited about delivering meaningful and impactful insights to both the business and more importantly our customers. Hear from the team in our latest blogs or our case studies with Women in Tech . We are looking for talented data professionals at all levels to join the team. We value people being engaged and caring about customers, caring about the code they write and the contribution they make to Starling. People with a broad ability to apply themselves to a multitude of problems and challenges, who can work across teams do great things here at Starling, to continue changing banking for good. What you'll be doing Modernize and Scale the RDS Fleet: Ensure the rock-solid reliability of our existing RDS footprint. You will architect automated strategies for seamless, multi-version upgrades and proactive performance tuning to minimize downtime across hundreds of instances Architect Cross-Cloud Portability: Use CNPG and cloud-native patterns to ensure our database layer remains provider-agnostic, allowing seamless deployment across AWS and GCP Evolve Observability & Monitoring: Build deep, proactive monitoring and alerting for our global database fleet. You will ensure we have the visibility to detect performance regressions and health issues before they impact our customers Support Replication & Mobility: Support data streaming and "Zero-Downtime" migration strategies, ensuring data consistency and availability Fortify Business Continuity (BCP): Design and implement rigorous Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery strategies. You will build the automation that ensures data durability and rapid recovery across regions, guaranteeing that database remains resilient in the face of any failures Requirements PostgreSQL & Kubernetes Expert: You have an extensive experience working with Postgres and a passion for running stateful workloads natively on Kubernetes. You are excited to leverage CNPG to manage persistence, high availability, and automated failover Systems Thinker: You have a natural "reluctance for manual implementation." You believe infrastructure should be managed entirely via code, using Terraform to provision the foundation and custom APIs to handle the orchestration Distributed Systems Enthusiast: You are excited by the challenge of "multi-everything"-multi-tenant, multi-region, and multi-cloud-while ensuring rigorous data integrity and mobility A Security & Observability Mindset: You believe security is paramount. You focus on building deep observability (Prometheus/Grafana/OpenTelemetry/Humio) and automated guardrails so the fleet is secure by design without requiring manual intervention Engineering via Code: While you are a systems expert, your primary delivery mechanism is code. You leverage Java to build the robust, testable backend services that orchestrate our data layer, taking pride in clean relational modeling and performant DDL Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Stage 1 - 30 mins with one of the team Stage 2 - Take-home challenge Stage 3 - 60 mins technical interview with two team members Stage 4 - 45 min final with two data executives Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. 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Cyber Security Engineer 12 Month Contract Based: Christchurch Hourly Rate: £60.63 Paye or £81.90 umbrella inside IR35 37 Hours per week Onsite Monday - Friday Overview BAE Systems is seeking a talented Cyber Security Engineer - Risk & Assurance to join our growing team in Christchurch click apply for full job details

Job Title: Senior Radiation Physicist Location: Barrow-in-Furness - Hybrid 3 days minimum onsite. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you'll be doing: You will conduct radiological safety assessments and evaluate radiation damage risks to onboard electronics. Your role involves developing radiation detection systems and managing the systems engineering design of secondary shielding. Utilising point kernel and Monte Carlo calculations, you will support radiation transport modelling and provide technical guidance on design changes or defects to maintain safety standards. Additionally, you will develop ALARP justifications to support engineering decisions , ensuring all radiological risks are minimised to compliant and acceptable levels. Core duties: You'll hold a degree in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Nuclear Science, or a related field You'll possess demonstrable knowledge/experience of radiation physics, nuclear engineering, nuclear safety or similar You'll have knowledge/experience of Radiological safety assessments, ALARP justifications or similar You'll utilise your knowledge/experience of radiation transport methods (ATTILLA/MCBEND/MCNP etc .) The Radiation Physics & Shielding team: Our team designs and validates radiation shielding for the UK's nuclear submarine fleet across three major programmes. We handle shield design, build assessments, metrology, and safety studies, while developing novel detectors and electronics capability. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 13th May 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.

We're recruiting an Internal Sales Executive to support our security team. The role is focused on producing quotations from engineer recommendations and supporting our National Account Managers to progress opportunities and deliver excellent customer service.Main duties• Prepare accurate quotations for a range of clients• Support National Account Managers with quote follow-up, customer communication, and admin• Liaise with engineering/service teams to clarify scope, parts, labour, and compliance requirements• Manage inbound enquiries and provide timely, professional responses by phone/email• Maintain CRM records, quote logs, and pipeline updates• Chase approvals and support order progression / handover to operationsThe ideal candidate will have the following skills :• Proven sales experience in internal sales, inside sales, sales support, account support, or similar• Confident communicator with strong customer service skills• High attention to detail (you'll be producing and checking quotations)• Comfortable using CRM systems, Outlook, and Excel• Experience in the Fire & Security industry is a distinct advantage• Background in an engineering/technical role• Experience quoting service/remedial works or supporting national/key accountsIn return the company will provide a competitive salary, 28k - 35k, full time (08.30am - 17.00pm Monday - Thursday) 08.30am - 15.00pm (Fridays)

Location Bristol, Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, York. Existing CO staff can work in the their original contractual work location. Existing Civil Servants working in all other departments can work in Bristol, Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle & York. External candidates can work in Bristol, Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle & York. About the job Job summary We're seeking a Software Developer experienced in back end (with focus on data pipelines) as well as wider technologies. You can code in Python and have experience of ETL systems e.g., Apache Spark or similar. During the interview, it will be beneficial to share and walk the panel through any historic code you have written. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting project in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Robotic Automation and Data analysis The ideal candidate will be proactive and collaborative, with a passion for clean, maintainable code and modern development practices. They are familiar with AGILE methodology, but are equally able to take ownership for key deliverables and can deliver autonomously. Knowledge working with AI solution implementation is advantageous but not essential. Job description You will join the Cabinet Office Digital, Data, Insights and AI team as a Software Developer in a multidisciplinary Agile team, delivering services for a large data warehouse and analytics platform (GRID). As a software engineer, you will initially have a core focus on back-end development. You will: Lead development of data engineering requirements from requirement through to live support. Complete information assurance activities for data transfers containing sensitive data (e.g., Data Protection Impact Assessments, Privacy Notices). Carry out performance and incident monitoring to ensure the smooth running of data services. Support the wider team with broader priorities, including front-end design. Coach and mentor junior developers, sharing good engineering practices. The role responsibility may slowly change over time. Your main focus will be: Python and Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) processes. You will require knowledge of: PySpark (AWS Glue) to build scalable data pipelines. AWS Lake Formation to implement Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC). Apache Iceberg to store data and optimise query performance. Key broader technologies used by the wider team: Python as the primary programming language for general tasks. TypeScript to design front-end services using React. JavaScript/Node.js for backend services. YAML/JSON (CloudFormation) and Terraform (HCL) for infrastructure as code. Terraform, CodePipeline, and GitHub Actions for infrastructure deployment. Amazon Web Services (AWS) for hosting digital services. Kubernetes and Docker for containerisation. Apache Iceberg, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and Redis as databases. OpenSearch for vector stores used for storing and querying high-dimensional embeddings. Knowledge graphs, including the use of triplestores for storing and querying RDF data. Amazon Bedrock for hosting LLMs. GOV.UK Design System for interface design. Person specification This role is aligned with the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework, Software Developer role: Availability and capacity management You can (working knowledge): Manage service components to ensure they meet business needs and key performance indicators (KPIs). Development process optimisation You can (awareness): Explain the importance of developing process efficiency and the common ways in which processes are optimised Support specific activities to improve development processes Identify obvious deficiencies. Information security You can (practitioner): Design solutions and services with security controls included, specifically engineered to mitigate security threats. Modern development standards You can (practitioner): Apply modern development standards and support others in applying them. Programming and build (software engineering) You can (practitioner): Collaborate with others when necessary to review specifications Use the agreed specifications to design, code, test and document programs or scripts of medium-to-high complexity, using the right standards and tools. Prototyping: You can (practitioner): Approach prototyping as a team activity, actively soliciting prototypes and testing with others Establish design patterns and iterate them Use a variety of prototyping methods and choose the most appropriate. Service support You can (working knowledge): Help fix service faults following agreed procedures Carry out maintenance tasks on service support infrastructure. Systems design You can (working knowledge): Translate logical designs into physical designs Produce detailed designs Effectively document all work using required standards, methods and tools, including prototyping tools where appropriate Design systems characterised by managed levels of risk, manageable business and technical complexity, and meaningful impact Work with well understood technology and identify appropriate patterns. Systems integration You can (working knowledge): Build and test simple interfaces between systems Work on more complex integration as part of a wider team. User focus You can (practitioner): Collaborate with user researchers and can represent users internally Explain the difference between user needs and the desires of the user Champion user research to focus on all users Prioritise and define approaches to understand the user story, guiding others in doing so Offer recommendations on the best tools and methods to use.

We are recruiting for a Skilled Prototype Wire person on a contract basis, for a world class test system solutions provider, delivering high quality, high performance and cost effective automated test equipment to the aerospace, defence, rail & transport, telecoms and energy market places for over 30 years. The company have built their reputation by providing their customers with exceptional service and system support, consistently solving their technically complex test engineering challenges wherever they are located. Salary: This position comes with a very competitive market related salary on a contract basis. Please call Alan for more details on both the position and the company. Length of contract is minimum of 3 months. Both Self employed and PAYE welcome. Hours can be compressed into a day week Monday to Thursday. Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, typically comprising of 8 hours Monday-Thursday, 5 hours Friday Working Week: Mon-Thurs = 8 hours paid (8.5 hours on site), flexible start/finish (as early as 7am start, 4pm finish, or as late as 9am start, 6pm finish. Friday = 5 hours paid (early start as 7am) All employees now have the option to move to a compressed 4 day working week (typically 37 hours Monday-Thursday) Employees have the option to request flexible working (subject to company policy) Location: Blandford Forum, Dorset, Site based. Job Summary Producing looms/cable assemblies & test equipment items from drawings & kits to the required build standards and agreed time frames. minimum information & by liaising with in-house engineers. Our preference is for Prototype Wire Persons to join our growing team but we are also interested in Production Wire Persons who are experienced in producing high-quality sub-assemblies, looms and cable assemblies to IPC 620/military/aerospace standards We make prototype and very small production runs of bespoke test systems, harnesses and subassemblies (i.e., typically no more of 3 of the same product) Responsibilities Able to solder to a consistently high standard Production of wiring looms/cable assemblies: comfortable with crimping, soldering, lacing & splicing to aerospace standards Wiring of cabinets and fixtures Assembly of PCBs (desirable but not essential) Extensive knowledge of cable types, connectors, cable assembly techniques and applications Able to liaise with in-house engineers with technical queries and provide build solutions for prototype assemblies Understanding of engineering drawings, wiring schedules and circuit diagrams Able to solder to a consistently high standard Familiar with a variety of mil spec connectors, cable production techniques Able to work to IPC 620 Class 3 Able to work to deadlines Tidy, methodical and accurate Own standard wiring tools (specialized tools will be supplied) Able to work independently Good team player Willing to provide on-site support at customer premises when required ESD awareness Qualifications and Experience: Experience in similar work essential (ideally within the Defense / Aerospace sector) IPC 620 certified Demonstrated capability by skills test Full driving license Possess all requirements for successfully meeting formal Security Check (SC) criteria Benefits 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Holiday can be taken in hours rather than full or half days if the employee prefers Company pension Access to a national employee rewards scheme, offering discounts and offers on brand name fashion, days out and restaurants. To apply for this position please submit an up to date CV and alternatively please call Alan for a more detailed job spec and details about the company.

Location Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Newcastle Upon Tyne - Benton Park View, Telford - Plaza 1 and 2, Worthing - Teville Gate House, Stratford Please note that due to workforce controls, Newcastle and Stratford are only available to existing HMRC staff in these locations. HMRC staff based in Reading can also apply to move to Stratford in line with Migration path. HMRC staff based in 100PS can also apply to move to Stratford. About the job Job summary Discover a career in your hands at HMRC. Whether you're seeking purpose, growth, or a workplace that gives you a true sense of belonging, hear from some of our employees as they share their story about what it's really like to work at HMRC. Visit our YouTube channel to watch the full series and come and discover your potential. Shape the Future of HMRC's Technology Platforms About HMRC Almost every individual and business in the UK is a direct customer of HMRC, as we collect the money that pays for the UK's public services and gives people who need it vital financial support. Over recent and coming years, our work never has been, nor will be, more critical as we rebuild and secure our nation's future. With these demands in mind, and as one of the largest and most digitally focussed organisations in the UK, sits the Chief Engineering and Platform Office. About CEPO The Chief Engineering and Platform Office (CEPO) is leading HMRC's technology transformation - simplifying systems, modernising IT delivery, and creating a future-ready digital landscape. Our mission is to reduce complexity by consolidating applications and adopting scalable, service-based solutions from trusted commercial partners. As the strategic authority for platform provision, CEPO ensures HMRC's business groups, products, and services are supported by robust, secure, and innovative infrastructure. We set the direction, lead governance, and guarantee that every live service meets the highest standards - enabling efficient, reliable, and user-focused digital experiences for millions of customers. Job description In this role, you will work across multiple products and platforms, providing strategic test leadership, supporting delivery teams, and influencing senior stakeholders to embed best practice and continuous improvement. As a Lead Test Engineer, you will play a strategic role in shaping and embedding consistent testing best practices across HMRC's complex digital ecosystem. Your responsibilities will include: Leadership & Collaboration Lead, coach, and mentor test engineers across programmes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Collaborate with product, platform, and delivery teams to ensure testing is integrated early and effectively within agile workflows. Influence and engage with senior stakeholders across HMRC and supplier organisations to drive quality outcomes. Test Strategy & Implementation Define and implement risk-based, shift-left testing strategies across diverse platforms and services. Ensure testing approaches align with business priorities, technical architecture, and delivery timelines. Promote consistent standards and practices across internal teams and third party suppliers. Technical Excellence & Problem Solving Apply advanced testing techniques to solve complex technical challenges and improve delivery confidence. Provide expert guidance on functional, non-functional, and automation testing, including performance, security, and accessibility. Identify and drive opportunities for innovation and efficiency in testing processes. Tooling & Governance Evaluate, implement, and optimise test tooling, including AI-assisted solutions, to support continuous integration and delivery. Establish governance frameworks for supplier-led testing activities, ensuring alignment with HMRC standards and compliance requirements. Support tooling integration with platforms and services. Quality Assurance & Risk Management Ensure quality is built in from the outset by validating requirements and test coverage across the lifecycle. Lead retrospectives and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test effectiveness and reduce delivery risk. Produce clear, actionable reports and insights to inform decision-making and assurance activities. Person specification We're looking for a disciplined and technically strong test leader with deep experience in platform engineering and modern automation practices. You'll bring hands on expertise across test automation, CI/CD and cloud based services, enabling you to shape testing approaches that support fast, reliable and secure delivery. You'll confidently guide teams and influence engineering decisions, ensuring testing is embedded early and aligned with DevOps and shift left principles. You must be comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex technical issues into clear insights that drive quality outcomes across a multi team, multi supplier environment. You'll be passionate about good testing practice, proactive in identifying risks, and motivated to coach others in automation, tooling and continuous improvement. Your leadership will help shape the future direction of testing across our platform ecosystem by working closely with product and service owners. Essential Criteria Shapes and influences strategic testing direction by proactively identifying issues, challenging assumptions and collaborating across organisational boundaries, communicating with clarity to guide teams and present recommendations persuasively. Leads complex, multi team testing initiatives across diverse platforms and suppliers, prioritising effectively within fast paced Agile environments. Applies strong analytical and risk based decision making, using data, metrics and structured problem solving to balance quality, risk and delivery. Demonstrates significant hands on technical expertise in automation, security and accessibility testing, CI/CD, cloud technologies and modern tooling (e.g. Python, Scala, Selenium, Playwright, Gatling, ZAP, AXE, Docker, Jenkins, AWS, Jira, Confluence). Champions DevOps and shift left principles, designing robust test strategies for complex platform ecosystems while coaching others and promoting continuous improvement.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the growing Integration and Systems Validation team supporting the Land Ceptor project with Ground Based Trials activities for a large export programme. Salary: up to £50,000pa (depending on experience) Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically, 3-5 days per week on-site, due to workload classification (depending on testing) Security Clearance: British Citizen Only 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 Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements 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 The opportunity: A varied role that consists of a mix of functional testing, equipment qualification and acceptance, plus problem identification and resolution. An opportunity to gets hands on experience with real equipment, and support testing and demonstrations of capability to MBDA's customer across sites in the UK, Poland and the USA. As well as working with other external stakeholders to deliver the wider weapon system to the customer. We are looking for a broad-based Systems Integration and Proving Trials Engineer who will be able to: Work with stakeholders across the project, from within partner companies and from the customer community, to plan trials to demonstrate integration and gather evidence to qualify MBDA Weapon Systems into a wider System of Systems environment Liaise with the systems engineering team and design teams to ensure adequate trials data is acquired and to investigate and resolve design issues. Analyse and report on in-depth analysis of the system behaviour across its internal and external interfaces. Deliver trials in a number of environments, including: Lab-based integration and functional rigs; System of Systems integration trials; Acceptance trials; Firing trials; Conduct and support failure investigations. Support safe and reliable trials, including developing and maintaining risk assessments, management of hardware and software assets and control of hardware and software configuration. This is a UK-based role, with opportunities to travel abroad. This role provides a great opportunity to work in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment with guaranteed diverse work. This is a great opportunity to become a member of an expanding team delivering key aspects of the latest generation of GBAD system programmes and interfacing with the end Customer and User teams. What we're looking for from you: We are looking for an engineer with the following skills: Good verbal and written communication skills; Experience communicating at an appropriate level with a wide and varied range of both engineering and management stakeholders; Experience working within a large team, across multiple sites and with multiple departments; Experience with V&V lifecycle, requirement and configuration management and defect reporting. Experience in these areas would also be beneficial, though formal and on-the-job training will be available: Wireshark network monitoring tool usage; Network systems and protocols, experience of switch and router configuration and management; DOORS & Engineering Test Management (ETM) requirements tools; Basic understanding of network / cable assembly drawings; Fault finding and route cause analysis at subsystem integration level; Experience in customer facing roles. 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 Software Engineer JavaScript, C++, Linux, IoT, Kubernetes, Microservices Southampton, Romsey, Hampshire (Onsite) 65,000 - 75,000 + pension & benefits Are you a talented Software Engineer who thrives on solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology? This is an opportunity to join a talented engineering team building advanced, real-time software systems used in safety-critical environments worldwide. You'll be working at the intersection of enterprise software, IoT, and data-driven decision-making; developing solutions that genuinely make a difference. Why this role is exciting This isn't just another enterprise software role. You'll be working on a sophisticated platform that connects physical devices (IoT) with real-time data processing, delivering actionable insights through modern web applications. The systems you help build are deployed globally and play a vital role in protecting people, infrastructure, and national security. Engineers here consistently highlight exposure to multiple Kubernetes environments (on-prem, cloud, VM-based), working across diverse customer use cases with unique technical challenges, the chance to experiment with new tools, architectures, and AI integrations, and a broad technical landscape spanning microservices, real-time systems, and distributed architectures. Tech environment Kubernetes across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. Microservices architecture with real-time data processing. IoT integrations and telemetry pipelines. Modern web applications (TypeScript / JavaScript). CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure as code. Emerging work around AI integration and intelligent features. Why join Work on meaningful, real-world problems with global impact. Gain exposure to a broad and evolving tech stack. Be part of a team that values innovation, experimentation, and learning. Play a key role in delivering complex solutions to high-profile customers. Collaborate with a highly skilled, mission-driven engineering team. About You - What makes you a great fit We're looking for experienced software engineers with solid backend programming experience in C++, JavaScript and Object Oriented Design Deep experience with distributed systems, microservices, and APIs. Experience working with Linux environments and Kubernetes. Solid understanding of connectivity (TCP/IP, device communication, telemetry). A STEM degree is preferred, reflecting the level of technical depth and problem-solving involved. Additional info Due to the nature of the work, you must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance. Please hit apply to upload your CV or contact (url removed) for more details and a confidential discussion. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Location London About the job Job summary The COBR technology team supports Ministers and senior decision makers through the management of infrastructure, data, voice, IT, LAN, WAN, Telecommunications and Audio-Visual systems at various locations within the UK. This post provides a challenging and exciting opportunity to work at the centre of the Government's crisis management arrangements. The Duty Infrastructure Engineer role is responsible for providing all aspects of technical infrastructure, security, and systems support to the crisis management apparatus in business as usual and operational activations. Staff work alongside teams from other departments on the delivery of business-critical IT, Audio Visual, Voice, Data and Telecommunications projects to ensure that the Crisis Management facilities are maintained at a high level of operational readiness. They operate on a shift basis (for which an appropriate allowance is payable). Job description Responsibilities include: Managing and providing technical support to COBR (may include deployment to other locations in the UK), troubleshooting issues and managing daily operational requirements alongside system testing and upgrades. Be the first point of contact, leading on efforts to restore unserviceable AV and ICT Services by investigating and carrying out fault finding on systems or equipment. Maintaining physical, information and technical security in line with agreed procedures. Undertaking effective equipment lifecycle management. Leading on specific workstreams to support technical projects that enhance the COBR capability. Leading on technical components of acceptance testing in line with continuous improvement activity. Undertaking effective shift handover / takeover to ensure information/taskings are shared effectively. Person specification Essential Existing Developed Vetting (DV) clearance level Proven technical experience of working on ICT, telecommunications or audio-visual systems. The role requires staff to have a high degree of autonomy including working out of hours with only emergency access to supervision or support. Ability to prioritise activities and adjusting workload within a pressured, fast moving environment. Desirable Experience working shift patterns. Experience of delivering technical services within high security environments. Technical Experience Minimum BTEC National or equivalent Level 3 qualification in (electrical, electronic, ICT, Telecommunications or similar engineering discipline) or Formal on-the-job training (with an emphasis on self-identification of technical knowledge gaps and seeking ways to address these), preferably through a recognised apprenticeship scheme with a formal qualification (equivalent to a BTEC National) IET or equivalent Professional Registration - Engineering Technician (Eng. Tech) preferred Professional Registration as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer, or be able to achieve within 12 months.