12 jobs found in Fareham

Our client is seeking an experienced Autonomy Solution Architect for a senior contract role within the defence and security sector. Based in the UK with hybrid working, this opportunity involves taking ownership of the end-to-end technical solution for an advanced autonomy platform, supporting the development and deployment of autonomous and uncrewed systems from concept through to operational service. Key Responsibilities: Own and develop the architecture for an advanced autonomy platform, including onboard systems, mission management, communications, simulation environments and remote operational capabilities. Define system interfaces, APIs, data models, telemetry architectures and non-functional performance requirements. Translate customer requirements, operational needs and product priorities into technical roadmaps and deliverable capability increments. Lead architectural decisions across software, autonomy, communications, safety and cyber security domains. Develop concepts of operation, Operational Design Domain assumptions and technical solution options. Define and govern virtual integration, simulation and testing environments, including Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop activities. Lead verification, validation, integration, commissioning, trials and operational deployment activities, ensuring traceability from requirements through to testing and release recommendations. Manage technical integration with suppliers, partners and third-party technologies while mentoring engineers and strengthening systems engineering capability. Essential Requirements: Significant experience architecting and delivering autonomy, robotics, maritime, aerospace, automotive or other safety-critical systems within the defence and security sector. Strong systems engineering and systems architecture expertise, with the ability to translate stakeholder and operational requirements into robust technical solutions. Experience defining modular architectures, interfaces, APIs and software integration strategies across sensors, networks, compute platforms and physical systems. Practical experience with simulation, Software-in-the-Loop, Hardware-in-the-Loop, testing, field trials, safety engineering, assurance activities and configuration control. Ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams and influence stakeholders across software, systems engineering, autonomy, communications, operations and cyber security. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly. Degree qualified or able to demonstrate equivalent experience in Systems Engineering, Robotics, Autonomous Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Control Engineering or a related discipline. Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance and willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas. Desirable Experience: Experience with autonomous maritime systems, uncrewed vehicles or defence autonomy programmes. Knowledge of maritime navigation and COLREG-compliant autonomous behaviours. Experience with ROS 2, DDS or comparable robotics frameworks. Familiarity with radar, EO/IR, AIS, GNSS, LiDAR, sonar and sensor fusion technologies. Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering, SysML and digital engineering practices. Experience with C++, Python and modern software development methodologies. Understanding of functional safety, cyber security and defence assurance frameworks. Chartered Engineer status, INCOSE certification, equivalent professional accreditation or existing UK Security Clearance. If you are an experienced Autonomy Solution Architect with a background in defence, robotics, autonomous systems or safety-critical engineering, apply now to contribute to the delivery of advanced uncrewed capabilities.

At T V S D we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are T V S D. Role Overview As a Senior Software Engineer (Innovations) you will be developing software-based solutions to business problems in a small team of full-stack software engineers. These solutions will be aimed at ensuring TUV SUD is well placed to deliver future services in a timely, efficient and competitive manner. You will be developing tools that will be used internally to support the business as we push to digitize and automate our internal processes. As part of the Innovations Team, you will liaise with various parts of the business to provide new and innovative software solutions for internal company usage. You will be expected to input on software requirements, software implementation and propose effective solutions. You will also be expected to support and guide software engineers with less experience than yourself. Whilst this role offers hybrid working, we may ask you to spend a period of time continuously onsite at Octagon House for initial training and onboarding before moving over to the hybrid arrangement once established in your role. Duties and Responsibilities Writing C#/.NET software to automate manual processes and help improve efficiencies across the business. Functioning as a full-stack developer, working within a small team that is delivering both front-end and back-end software. Contributing to the design of Innovations projects. Participating in and contributing to Innovations practices such as Agile ceremonies and trainings. Assist with the triaging and prioritisation of support requests based upon operational need and development complexity. Automation of data collection, analysis and reporting using databases (SQL). Upgrading and improvement of legacy tools. Code sharing within the Innovations Team to speed up development process. Training for Service Line employees in areas where new software tools have been deployed by the Innovations team. Produce and prove solutions in concept with working prototypes. Provide regular updates on project progress. Track project progress using DevOps. Essential Criteria : HND (or higher) or equivalent in Engineering or equivalent experience. Proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions in a professional software engineering environment. Demonstrated expertise in C# and the .NET framework, with a strong ability to design, develop, and maintain complex applications. Experience with HTML and CSS. Experience with SQL, preferably T-SQL. Significant experience with both front- and back-end development. Experience with a web development framework, preferably Blazor. Ability to develop a working software solution in a team environment from concept to finished product. Team player , maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, good communication skills at all levels. Able to guide a small team through the process of developing software including planning and problem solving. Self-motivated with a desire to learn new skills and make a business impact. Desirable Criteria : SQL Server experience, preferably using stored procedures. Experience using Azure DevOps in an Agile team. Experience running Agile ceremonies. Experience mentoring less experienced software developers. Experience with Refit and Insight.Database. Experience implementing authorization for cloud-based software projects Strong communication skills and ability to communicate technical problems and potential solutions clearly to non-technical staff. Further Information T V S D in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (for full-time employees, including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan and a non-contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme. We also offer various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes (buying/selling holiday, cycle to work scheme, pensions), incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services). Dependent on their role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent homeworking, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance.

IT / Technical Project Manager initail 6-Month Contract - 570 a day (inside IR35) Fareham - 3 Days Onsite per Week We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to join the transformation team of a large energy / utilities organisation, supporting a busy programme of change across the organisation's Data function. There is a significant amount of change underway, with several new capabilities and workstreams being established and the organisation needs a strong Project Manager to bring structure, governance and delivery discipline across them. The Role You'll take ownership of a number of workstreams, working closely with Data SMEs and Data Architects and other stakeholders to ensure requirements are understood, resources are planned and agreed deliverables are achieved. You'll be responsible for: Managing projects/workstreams through the full project lifecycle. Developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, milestones and deliverables. Coordinating resources and supporting resource/capacity planning. Managing dependencies across multiple workstreams. Working closely with SMEs, Architects and technical teams to drive delivery. Establishing and maintaining strong project governance. Managing RAID, actions, risks, issues and dependencies. Holding stakeholders accountable for agreed actions and deadlines. Identifying blockers and proactively driving their resolution. Providing clear and concise progress reporting to senior stakeholders. Managing competing priorities within a fast-moving and evolving environment. Ensuring projects remain focused on agreed outcomes, timelines and deliverables. About You We're looking for a confident, delivery-focused Project Manager who is comfortable taking ownership and driving activity forward. You'll have: Proven experience managing projects through the full project lifecycle. Strong project planning, scheduling and dependency management skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong governance and reporting experience, including RAID management. The confidence to challenge stakeholders and hold SMEs and delivery teams accountable. Experience coordinating resources and managing competing priorities. A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to bring structure to a complex environment. The ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. We're interested in strong Project Managers from a range of backgrounds who can demonstrate a track record of delivering projects and bringing structure and accountability to complex environments. You will be required to work onsite in Fareham 3 days a week

Senior Systems Engineer (Control & Automation) Location: Fareham, England Type: Full-time About the Client: Our client is an international industrial services leader and automation specialist delivering high-integrity technology and engineering solutions across major regulated infrastructure sectors worldwide. Operating from primary UK delivery hubs, they combine multi-sector capability with cutting-edge control, SCADA, and Industry 4.0 expertise to deliver complex capital projects. Role Overview: Takes technical leadership for the end-to-end delivery of control and automation solutions across multi-industry projects (Nuclear, Energy, Oil & Gas, Pharma, Utilities). Manages technical scope, supervises engineering teams, and ensures projects meet safety, timeline, and budget targets. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery: Lead control system design and execution (PLC, HMI, SCADA, MES, Batch) throughout the full lifecycle. Team Supervision: Assign work packages, monitor technical progress, mentor project engineers, and manage technical risks with the Project Manager. Design & Specs: Conduct site surveys, upfront studies, and write core design documentation (FDS, DDS, RAMS, O&M manuals). Development & Testing: Develop PLC modules, SCADA scripts, and network drivers. Lead FAT, SAT, and site commissioning. Standardisation & Bidding: Drive code modularization/reusability and support bid teams with effort estimation and technical scope reviews. Candidate Requirements: Education & Chartership: Degree, HND, or HNC in Electrical/Electronic or Control Engineering. CEng status or actively working toward registration. Core Experience: End-to-end track record in PLC/SCADA systems delivery, plus a sound understanding of control panels, electrical design, and instrumentation. Desirable: Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, AVEVA, or Ignition; industrial networks (OPC, Modbus, Profinet); virtualisation (VMware); OT Cyber Security; or Functional Safety (IEC 61508/61511). If this may be something of interest, feel free to apply. If this does miss the mark, we will always consider an industry recommendation if you know anyone looking if fits the role brief.

Senior Systems Engineer (Control & Automation) Location: Fareham, England Type: Full-time About the Client: Our client is an international industrial services leader and automation specialist delivering high-integrity technology and engineering solutions across major regulated infrastructure sectors worldwide. Operating from primary UK delivery hubs, they combine multi-sector capability with cutting-edge control, SCADA, and Industry 4.0 expertise to deliver complex capital projects. Role Overview: Takes technical leadership for the end-to-end delivery of control and automation solutions across multi-industry projects (Nuclear, Energy, Oil & Gas, Pharma, Utilities). Manages technical scope, supervises engineering teams, and ensures projects meet safety, timeline, and budget targets. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery: Lead control system design and execution (PLC, HMI, SCADA, MES, Batch) throughout the full lifecycle. Team Supervision: Assign work packages, monitor technical progress, mentor project engineers, and manage technical risks with the Project Manager. Design & Specs: Conduct site surveys, upfront studies, and write core design documentation (FDS, DDS, RAMS, O&M manuals). Development & Testing: Develop PLC modules, SCADA scripts, and network drivers. Lead FAT, SAT, and site commissioning. Standardisation & Bidding: Drive code modularization/reusability and support bid teams with effort estimation and technical scope reviews. Candidate Requirements: Education & Chartership: Degree, HND, or HNC in Electrical/Electronic or Control Engineering. CEng status or actively working toward registration. Core Experience: End-to-end track record in PLC/SCADA systems delivery, plus a sound understanding of control panels, electrical design, and instrumentation. Desirable: Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, AVEVA, or Ignition; industrial networks (OPC, Modbus, Profinet); virtualisation (VMware); OT Cyber Security; or Functional Safety (IEC 61508/61511). If this may be something of interest, feel free to apply. If this does miss the mark, we will always consider an industry recommendation if you know anyone looking if fits the role brief.

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Sensor Systems Radar Business in Fareham. At Saab, we are constantly looking ahead and pushing boundaries on what s considered technically possible. Saab is expanding in the UK and we are now seeking talented and highly motivated engineers to support our radar and sensors growth activities at our Fareham offices. We are recruiting for a Senior Systems Engineer specialising in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and Distributed Sensing. The successful candidate is expected to fulfil the requirements of a Saab Specialist, and act as a technical leader to: drive development, lead innovation and anticipate future trends, identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and advocate change to maintain competitiveness. Also lead competence development, and formulate and maintain Specialist Work Programmes. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior System Engineer, you will be responsible for enhancing our current products, developing improvements and investigating new areas for product growth, as well as supporting the Engineering Team with various Systems Engineering-focussed activities. System Architecture & Design. Lead the architectural design of PNT solutions, integrating Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Inertial Navigation Systems, and alternative PNT (e.g., vision-based, RF-based, or celestial navigation). Architect distributed sensing networks, defining how data is collected, synchronized, and fused across multiple remote nodes to create a unified operational picture. Define system-level requirements, interface control documents, and performance specifications for timing accuracy and positioning precision. Perform trade studies to optimise the balance between size, weight, power, and cost and system performance. PNT & Synchronization Expertise . Implement and optimise high-precision timing distribution protocols (e.g., PTP/IEEE 1588, NTP, or White Rabbit). Develop strategies for PNT resilience, including mitigation of jamming, spoofing, and GNSS-denied environment operations. Lead the selection and integration of atomic clocks, quantum oscillators, and high-grade IMUs. Distributed Sensing & Data Fusion . Design algorithms and architectures for distributed beamforming, phased arrays, or coordinated sensor fusion. Manage the challenges of network latency, jitter and asynchronous data arrival in distributed sensing environments. Collaborate with software teams to implement edge-processing capabilities to reduce data backhaul from sensing nodes. Integration, Test & Evaluation . Develop comprehensive verification and validation (V&V) plans to prove timing and positioning accuracy. Design and execute complex test campaigns using hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop simulations. Lead the analysis of telemetry and test data to identify systemic errors and drive corrective design changes. Leadership & Mentorship . Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for PNT and Distributed Sensing across cross-functional teams (Radio Frequency, Software, Mechanical). Mentor junior engineers in systems engineering best practices and specialized domain knowledge. Present technical roadmaps and progress reports to senior leadership and external. Skills and Experience: Required Master's or PhD in a related field. A minimum of five to ten years industrial radar, communications or electronic warfare systems experience. A minimum of seven years of experience in systems engineering, specifically focusing on PNT and/or distributed sensor systems. Proven track record with systems utilising GNSS (GPS, Galileo, GLONASS) and Inertial Navigation (Kalman Filtering, sensor fusion). Experience with distributed aperture systems, sensor networks, or Multiple-Input Multiple-Output radar architectures. Proficiency with MATLAB/ Simulink for modelling and simulation. Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools and requirements management tools. Familiar with the principles of ISO 15288:2023. During your employment you will handle tasks and materials that are classified as military secret and therefore you must have a UK or Swedish citizenship. Desirable RF Knowledge: Strong understanding of RF front-end design, antenna theory and signal propagation. Programming. Proficiency in C++, Python, or Rust for prototyping algorithms. Security. Experience with encrypted PNT signals or secure timing distribution. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

ENVIRONMENTAL TEST ENGINEER Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Location: Fareham Are you an Engineer, Technician or STEM professional with laboratory experience looking to develop your career within a specialist testing environment? We're working with a leading technology and testing organisation that is continuing to grow, and we're looking for an Environmental Test Engineer to join a highly skilled team delivering environmental testing services to customers across a wide range of industries. This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll work directly with customers, operate specialist environmental test equipment, analyse test data and help develop testing methods and processes. THE ROLE As part of a team of environmental test specialists, you'll contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive environmental testing service, working on a variety of customer projects. You'll be involved in: Conducting environmental testing , including Temperature, Humidity, Pressure and Ingress Protection testing. Working to relevant test standards and customer-defined test plans. Operating environmental test equipment and monitoring testing throughout the process. Working closely with customers during attended testing . Recording and managing test results using electronic logbook systems. Analysing, manipulating and presenting electronic test data. Producing accurate, professional test reports in line with quality procedures. Liaising directly with customers regarding test specifications, test requirements and interpretation of results. Working closely with the Test Manager to ensure projects are delivered accurately and within agreed timescales. Helping to develop and refine test plans in collaboration with customers. Supporting the development of test methods and departmental documentation. Identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities to improve testing processes and efficiency. WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? The key requirement is experience working within a laboratory environment . We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate: Experience working in a laboratory or technical testing environment . Practical experience of climatic/environmental testing and operating environmental test equipment would be highly advantageous. Previous experience within a test house would be beneficial. Knowledge of laboratory quality systems and operating procedures. A technical qualification in a STEM-related subject would be advantageous. Strong numerical, analytical and logical skills. Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to accurately record and interpret data. Strong written and verbal communication skills. The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a technical team. A motivated and enthusiastic approach, with a genuine willingness to learn and develop. WHY THIS ROLE? This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical technical work, problem solving and working with data , while also wanting regular interaction with customers. You'll gain exposure to a broad range of environmental testing applications and industries, with the opportunity to contribute not only to testing itself but also to the development of test methods and continuous improvement initiatives . The role may also involve occasional overtime, ad hoc shifts or working at customer sites, so a flexible approach is important. WHAT'S ON OFFER? Competitive salary Minimum 33 days' holiday , including bank holidays Contributory Group Personal Pension Group Life Assurance Holiday buy/sell scheme Cycle to Work scheme Pension salary exchange options Incentive schemes Comprehensive wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme Dental Scheme Occupational Health services Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role. 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 Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Sensor Systems Radar Business in Fareham. At Saab, we are constantly looking ahead and pushing boundaries on what's considered technically possible. Saab is expanding in the UK and we are now seeking talented and highly motivated engineers to support our radar and sensors growth activities at our Fareham offices. We are recruiting for a Senior Systems Engineer specialising in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and Distributed Sensing. The successful candidate is expected to fulfil the requirements of a Saab Specialist, and act as a technical leader to: drive development, lead innovation and anticipate future trends, identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and advocate change to maintain competitiveness. Also lead competence development, and formulate and maintain Specialist Work Programmes. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior System Engineer, you will be responsible for enhancing our current products, developing improvements and investigating new areas for product growth, as well as supporting the Engineering Team with various Systems Engineering-focussed activities. System Architecture & Design. Lead the architectural design of PNT solutions, integrating Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Inertial Navigation Systems, and alternative PNT (e.g., vision-based, RF-based, or celestial navigation). Architect distributed sensing networks, defining how data is collected, synchronized, and fused across multiple remote nodes to create a unified operational picture. Define system-level requirements, interface control documents, and performance specifications for timing accuracy and positioning precision. Perform trade studies to optimise the balance between size, weight, power, and cost and system performance. PNT & Synchronization Expertise . Implement and optimise high-precision timing distribution protocols (e.g., PTP/IEEE 1588, NTP, or White Rabbit). Develop strategies for PNT resilience, including mitigation of jamming, spoofing, and GNSS-denied environment operations. Lead the selection and integration of atomic clocks, quantum oscillators, and high-grade IMUs. Distributed Sensing & Data Fusion . Design algorithms and architectures for distributed beamforming, phased arrays, or coordinated sensor fusion. Manage the challenges of network latency, jitter and asynchronous data arrival in distributed sensing environments. Collaborate with software teams to implement edge-processing capabilities to reduce data backhaul from sensing nodes. Integration, Test & Evaluation . Develop comprehensive verification and validation (V&V) plans to prove timing and positioning accuracy. Design and execute complex test campaigns using hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop simulations. Lead the analysis of telemetry and test data to identify systemic errors and drive corrective design changes. Leadership & Mentorship . Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for PNT and Distributed Sensing across cross-functional teams (Radio Frequency, Software, Mechanical). Mentor junior engineers in systems engineering best practices and specialized domain knowledge. Present technical roadmaps and progress reports to senior leadership and external. Skills and Experience: Required Master's or PhD in a related field. A minimum of five to ten years industrial radar, communications or electronic warfare systems experience. A minimum of seven years of experience in systems engineering, specifically focusing on PNT and/or distributed sensor systems. Proven track record with systems utilising GNSS (GPS, Galileo, GLONASS) and Inertial Navigation (Kalman Filtering, sensor fusion). Experience with distributed aperture systems, sensor networks, or Multiple-Input Multiple-Output radar architectures. Proficiency with MATLAB/ Simulink for modelling and simulation. Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools and requirements management tools. Familiar with the principles of ISO 15288:2023. During your employment you will handle tasks and materials that are classified as military secret and therefore you must have a UK or Swedish citizenship. Desirable RF Knowledge: Strong understanding of RF front-end design, antenna theory and signal propagation. Programming. Proficiency in C++, Python, or Rust for prototyping algorithms. Security. Experience with encrypted PNT signals or secure timing distribution. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join our Saab Seaeye Underwater Robotics Business in Fareham. The role will be lead design and implement software solutions for underwater robotics applications in line with the company's business needs through innovation, creativity and professionalism. Able to demonstrate expertise and experience in software used on industrial/vehicle/vessel systems. Reporting to the Software Manager the Software Lead role involves taking responsibility for the delivery of projects and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically complex software projects for subsea vehicles and associated robotic functions. Typically requiring input from several differing software and engineering disciplines and supporting functions the software lead is able to bind these inputs together to successfully deliver the software content for Saab products. Qualifications and Skills: Required skills: A minimum of 7 years' experience as a Senior Engineer. A Degree in a relevant Engineering Discipline. Broad understanding of software from embedded though to applications Leading multi-disciplined teams of software engineers Able to develop a software architecture for complex systems from scratch Sound understanding of modern software methods and technologies Able to maintain a system level approach and not get lost in the detail Able to develop system level requirements and derive lower level requirements to achieve these Sound understanding of safety concepts and design Able to interface directly with customers Able to act as a technical authority Able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Able to estimate work content and duration Able to plan work loading for teams ensuring no team member is overloaded Able to develop and instigate processes to ensure industry best practice is achieved Able to ensure appropriate levels of Software Quality are achieved for projects Able to mentor and develop junior engineers Ability to delegate tasks Able to manage resources and budgets Practical understanding of standards and application of standards Appreciation of Cyber Security and the impacts on design In addition, you will be Able to demonstrate software skills in some of the following technologies on both Windows and Linux: C++ Javascript Python XML JSON HTML CSS Web backend servers (Angular, Django, NodeJS, React, Apache or similar) Web Sockets Docker TCP-IP / UDP SQL or other databases Dev tools (Wireshark, system log interrogation etc ) Databases Cyber Security Desirable: Exposure to IP video and video routing Familiarity in design and testing of control software Familiarity with Systems serving Real Time Information via Web Sockets Use of DDS and interfacing with it Message Queues (Active MQ/Rabbit MQ/ZeroMQ) GUI Development experience (.Net GUI framework, Qt 6.2 or previous versions) Developing and debugging software for application software in Visual studio (2013, 2017, 2022) Customer facing API's using web technologies By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join our Saab Seaeye Underwater Robotics Business in Fareham. The role will be lead design and implement software solutions for underwater robotics applications in line with the company's business needs through innovation, creativity and professionalism. Able to demonstrate expertise and experience in software used on industrial/vehicle/vessel systems. Reporting to the Software Manager the Software Lead role involves taking responsibility for the delivery of projects and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically complex software projects for subsea vehicles and associated robotic functions. Typically requiring input from several differing software and engineering disciplines and supporting functions the software lead is able to bind these inputs together to successfully deliver the software content for Saab products. Qualifications and Skills: Required skills: A minimum of 7 years' experience as a Senior Engineer. A Degree in a relevant Engineering Discipline. Broad understanding of software from embedded though to applications Leading multi-disciplined teams of software engineers Able to develop a software architecture for complex systems from scratch Sound understanding of modern software methods and technologies Able to maintain a system level approach and not get lost in the detail Able to develop system level requirements and derive lower level requirements to achieve these Sound understanding of safety concepts and design Able to interface directly with customers Able to act as a technical authority Able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Able to estimate work content and duration Able to plan work loading for teams ensuring no team member is overloaded Able to develop and instigate processes to ensure industry best practice is achieved Able to ensure appropriate levels of Software Quality are achieved for projects Able to mentor and develop junior engineers Ability to delegate tasks Able to manage resources and budgets Practical understanding of standards and application of standards Appreciation of Cyber Security and the impacts on design In addition, you will be Able to demonstrate software skills in some of the following technologies on both Windows and Linux: C++ Javascript Python XML JSON HTML CSS Web backend servers (Angular, Django, NodeJS, React, Apache or similar) Web Sockets Docker TCP-IP / UDP SQL or other databases Dev tools (Wireshark, system log interrogation etc ) Databases Cyber Security Desirable: Exposure to IP video and video routing Familiarity in design and testing of control software Familiarity with Systems serving Real Time Information via Web Sockets Use of DDS and interfacing with it Message Queues (Active MQ/Rabbit MQ/ZeroMQ) GUI Development experience (.Net GUI framework, Qt 6.2 or previous versions) Developing and debugging software for application software in Visual studio (2013, 2017, 2022) Customer facing API's using web technologies By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Solution Architect - Autonomy (Maritime / Uncrewed Systems) - UK I'm supporting a leading UK Defence business building an open, modular autonomy architecture for uncrewed surface vessels (USVs). They're looking for a senior Autonomy Solution Architect to own the end-to-end technical solution for this autonomy line of effort - translating customer missions and operational environments into a coherent system architecture, delivery increments, and evidence-backed releases. What You'll Be Doing Define and own the end-to-end autonomy architecture, including onboard systems, mission management, remote operations, communications, simulation environments, payload interfaces, APIs, data models, and service contracts. Lead roadmap delivery by translating strategy into phased releases, managing dependencies, acceptance criteria, capability maturity, and operational readiness. Govern system integration, verification, and assurance, ensuring traceability from requirements through testing, defect resolution, supplier integration, and release approval. Drive architecture standards, reusable virtual integration environments, and safe operation models, including authority transfer, degraded modes, and fail-safe behaviours. Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams, supporting design reviews, problem-solving, trials, commissioning, and early operational deployments. Eligibility for UK Security Clearance, and willingness to travel for trials and deployments. What They're Looking For Proven experience designing and delivering complex autonomy, robotics, aerospace, automotive, maritime, or other safety-critical cyber-physical systems. Strong systems engineering expertise, with the ability to translate operational requirements into architectures, interfaces, delivery plans, and technical trade studies. Hands-on experience with software, networks, sensors, platforms, simulation (SIL/HIL), test automation, integration, troubleshooting, and field trials. Knowledge of safety engineering, assurance frameworks, supplier management, acceptance governance, and technical delivery leadership. Excellent stakeholder communication skills, a relevant degree (or equivalent experience) Desirable (nice to have) USVs / uncrewed vehicles / remote operating centre experience. Maritime navigation and COLREG-aware behaviours. ROS 2, DDS (or comparable robotics middleware). Sensor fusion + autonomy sensors (radar, EO/IR, AIS, GNSS, lidar, sonar). MBSE / SysML / digital engineering. C++/Python and modern software delivery practices. ODDs, CONOPS, human-machine interaction models. Prior design authority / technical team leadership; CEng / INCOSE (or working towards). Package highlights 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service) Holiday buy/sell (up to 5 days) Flexi working (core hours 10:00-15:00, team-dependent) Private medical (optional family cover) Pension (5% employer contribution) Life assurance (3x salary), income protection, cash plan Cycle to Work + electric car scheme EAP wellbeing support Professional membership reimbursement If this is you (or someone you can recommend), message me and I'll share the full detail / context and talk through fit, clearance constraints, and interview process.