Leonardo Worldwide Corporation

Principal Data EngineerApplylocations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lanetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Description: Salary Range: £53,269 - £68,000Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your impact At Leonardo, our Principal Data Engineers lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable data solutions that underpin critical defence, government, and commercial operations. As a technical authority and people manager, you'll guide engineering teams through the full data lifecycle-transforming raw data into actionable insight across hybrid and cloud environments. This role blends technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and team development, offering the opportunity to shape data strategy and capability across multiple programmes. Your work at Leonardo UK will see you take the lead in solving customer problems in an agile, innovative and team-centric manner. The role may involve a blended hybrid working model, with a mixture of working from home and working on site at one of our Leonardo offices to ensure close collaboration with the wider team and with our customers. What you will do as a Principal Data Engineer Provide technical leadership and oversight for data engineering delivery within your team Lead the design, implementation and maintenance of end-to-end data solutions: acquisition, integration, storage, processing, and analysis Implement scalable data solutions using big data architectures and workflow management systems Guide the development of tools for data-driven insights and task automation Continuously test and monitor systems to improve performance and reliability Research and adopt emerging technologies Work with cloud platforms and diverse operating systems Support development and deployment of machine learning models Collaborate with DevOps Engineers, Data Scientists, Analysts and Cyber Consultants Mentor and coach junior data engineers to build team capability, while managing project tasks across your own and their workloads. Support technology assessments, feasibility studies, and roadmap development Engage with stakeholders and customers, presenting and defending technical solutions Manage a small team of direct reports, providing guidance, mentorship and support for their career development Support the effective operation of the wider team through utilisation tracking, chairing team meetings and resource management What you'll bring Demonstrated leadership in data engineering, with experience managing and mentoring others. Ability to take ownership of engineering delivery and drive team performance. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and capability development. Proven ability to work across disciplines and collaborate effectively in multi-functional teams. A strategic approach to problem-solving and technical decision-making.Core Areas (must have): Strong Python and SQL skills Experience with ETL flows, data pipelines, and orchestration tools Understanding of database architecture (SQL and NoSQL) Experience with cloud technologies Experience with cloud platforms Experience with CI/CD practices Experience with big data tools e.g. Spark, Hadoop, NiFi Experience managing direct reports, providing regular guidance and performance feedback Ability to create delivery plans with estimated timelines for personal and team workloads Experience supporting ML model deployment and DevOps collaborationDesirable: Degree in STEM, Data, AI, or Programming-related field Awareness of data security best practices Experience with designing data architecture Experience with scaling infrastructure and code, (e.g. Kubernetes) Exposure to Ansible and Terraform Understanding of ML algorithms and deploymentThis is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now!

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking a Principal Data Engineer in Bristol. The role entails leading secure, scalable data solutions and mentoring a team while working closely with stakeholders. You will manage technical delivery and help shape data strategy across projects. Key qualifications include strong Python and SQL skills, experience with cloud technologies, and a degree in a relevant field. The company offers a flexible hybrid working environment and excellent benefits, including a generous pension scheme and well-being support.

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Luton with expertise in C# .NET. You will work on innovative defence technology, ideally with around 4 years of software engineering experience. This role offers opportunities for growth, collaboration, and learning in a hybrid working environment. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including flexible hours, pension contributions, and mental health support.

Senior Software Engineer (C# .NET)Applylocations: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Description: Salary Range: £45,000 - £55,000 Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your Impact We are looking for talented Software Engineers with a solid foundation in C# .NET and a passion for learning and growing. If you are eager to develop your technical skills, leadership capabilities, and decision-making confidence, this role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career. What You'll Bring Working within our Integrate Mission Solutions sector this role provides an opportunity to work on the latest defence technology within a mature development environment. Key skills and behaviours include: Hands on Experience : Around 4 years of practical experience in software engineering using C# .NET, delivering reliable solutions as part of a team. Technical Foundations: A good understanding of object-oriented design and familiarity with frameworks and tools such as WPF, WinForms, and Visual Studio. Exposure to microservices and containerisation is a plus. DevSecOps Awareness: Interest in automation across build, test, and deployment processes (CI/CD) and an understanding of Secure by Design principles. Lifecycle Knowledge: Experience with the software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies. Collaboration & Growth Mindset: Ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams, share ideas, and learn from others. Continuous Improvement: Enthusiasm for adopting best practices and improving processes.This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Capability ManagerApplylocations: GB - Basildon: GB - Southamptontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Description: Salary Range: £90,000 - £100,000 Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your Impact At Leonardo, we have a fantastic new opportunity for a Capability Manager within our Integrated Sensing and Protection (ISP) line of business. The ISP line of business main markets are in Defence, primarily Land and Maritime, both in the UK and Internationally. This role sits within Capability Management team as the Capability Manager for Counter Unmanned Air Systems (C-UAS).The Capability Management role is a blend of a market facing role with the requirement to direct and best align our investment initiatives associated with technology, product and capabilities directly to the market and future operational/customer needs. What you will do • Definition and control of the Leonardo self-funded research and development activities, ensuring new products are brought to market at the right time. This includes ownership of the associated investment business case, with the aim of optimising our investments, avoiding duplication and maximising re-use of common elements across the Electronics Division.• Working closely with the Sales and Marketing function to ensure there is a strong linkage between our internal investments and the external market with the aim of improved financial returns to Leonardo and the avoidance of investments into non-strategic or low value add activities.• Provision of domain expertise and focussed support to strategically orientated business winning campaigns, particularly with respect to the solution to be offered and technical sales/marketing approach & Unique Selling Points (USPs). In specific circumstances, lead particular campaigns on behalf of the business.• Representing the Company in specific external MoD, International & Industrial forums, as appropriate, for both awareness and market shaping purposes• Operate in the role of internal Customer for the management of discretionary investment projects, to best ensure delivery of the objective outcomes.• Liaison with other Divisions & Lines of Business (LoB) to ensure cross Division, cross LoB & Transnational coherence of investment and/or exploitation of other company investments.• Proactively seek to develop new value propositions, either through emerging disruptive• technology or to address emerging market demand.• Generate and maintain capability and technology roadmaps for each product line. What you will bring • You will typically be educated to degree standard.• Capability Managers are expected to have a broad range of experience encompassing strong technical, programmatic and market knowledge, combined with a good level of financial and commercial aptitude. The individual will be expected to grow to possess a high level of domain specific expertise and will usually be recognised and well respected for this expertise with external customers and partners.• A breadth and depth of knowledge/expertise to directly support and/or lead specific campaigns and to provide expert technical support to sales lead initiatives; as well as providing expert technical experience in the generation of high assurance safety cases, associated with the command and control (C2) of kinetic and non-kinetic munitions and effectors.• The ability to interact with customers and partners in a consultative manner, thereby enabling capture of a better understanding of customer and operational needs• The ability to intelligently shape future customer opportunities, with good communication and team leadership skills.• You must be able to work effectively in a dynamic environment with dependencies and external influences to deliver successful outcomes. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Basildon Additional Locations: GB - Southampton Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking a Capability Manager in Basildon. This role focuses on managing R&D for Counter Unmanned Air Systems, ensuring alignment with market needs. The ideal candidate will have a degree and experience in technical project management, with strong financial and commercial skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Senior Systems EngineerApplylocations: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lanetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Description: Your Impact Are you looking to advance your career and work on technology that will shape the future of defence? Does working on developing the next generation of fast jet technology sound like a challenge that would be of interest? If you have skills in systems engineering and five years UK residency, we are looking for engineers to join us at Leonardo in Luton in a predominantly office and laboratory-based role. What you'll do as a Systems Engineer Development of Requirements and Test Plans Control of Parts and Documentation, including change management Collaboration with multi-functional teams on system and sub-system development for Tempest and the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) Work with suppliers, integrators, and users across the UKOur Systems Engineers work in multidisciplinary teams spanning a range of activities pulling together the necessary engineering and technology strands into a high-performance system, bridging the gap between the theoretically possible and the practically implementable. Examples of Work Engaging with stakeholders, defining requirements for a new system Conducting cost and functional performance trade-offs and evaluation of proposed solutions Modelling a system to understand observed simulated performance Development of capability within limitations and constraints of the target hardware Designing and conducting testing and trials to prove equipment function and performance Opportunities to lead technical activities and initiatives Mentoring and coaching other engineers Creating and delivering reports, and proposals to customers and industry partners Supporting knowledge sharing and exploitation of good practice What you'll bring A science-based Honours degree or equivalent experience Experience or a desire to gain electronic warfare domain knowledge Knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle, particularly in the following areas: + Problem definition + Requirements engineering, including the use of IBM DOORS + Systems Architecture + Synthetic Environments + Systems Modelling and Analysis + Integration + Verification and Validation + Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)It would be desirable if you had experience from some of the following: Experience of working with related specialisms such as safety, security, airworthiness or reliability Domain-specialist knowledge such as: + Digital signal processing + RF systems + Multi-sensor data fusion and tracking + Real time data simulation/generation + Military Electronic systems + Data analysis using AI or Machine Learning + Operational Experience in Electronic Intelligence or Electronic Warfare Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), along with an additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV), including meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Due to the nature of the work and its connections to UK Defence strategy, applicants must have five years UK Residency and hold a UK Passport. Salary Range: Senior Engineer £45,000 to £58,000Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Onsite

C++ Software EngineerApplylocations: GB - Edinburghtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Description: Salary Range: Engineer £38000 - £50000 Senior Engineer £45000 - £60000 Principal Engineer £54000 - £70000 Where this vacancy is being recruited across more than one grade, the successful candidate will be appointed to a specific assessed grade, and the applicable salary range will be that associated with the grade of appointment. Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your impact Are you interested in working on one of the most cutting-edge defence and aerospace projects in the UK? We are enhancing the capability of fast jets such as the Eurofighter Typhoon, Saab Gripen and the emerging 6th generation fighter jet platform, Tempest. We are looking for top engineers to join our team and help us with our industry leading contributions to these projects.As a Software Engineer at Leonardo, you will work in an agile team with 7-10 other engineers. Together with almost 100 other engineers you'll be challenged to ensure the software development continues to form the backbone of the nation's air defence capability for decades to come.You will collaborate with your colleagues to architect, design, implement and test new product functionality and contribute to planning the work and taking ownership for delivering it. What you'll bring To be successful in this role, we really need you to have the following experience: Experience working within an agile team and familiarity with agile software development lifecycle Strong C++ programming skills, ideally in a highly regulated environment. The ability to collaborate and work with others Git (or equivalent) source control expertise The ability to develop suitable software solution from solution requirements The ability to trace, diagnose and resolve potential software issues. Familiarity with a debugger.If you have the above skills, the following will really help you stand out: Familiarity with Signal Processing Experience working on complex products and codebases Familiarisation with component-based development Experience with working in embedded environments Experience using static analysis and code coverage tooling Knowledge of best practises for incremental development Familiarity with the Atlassian toolset Familiarity with Cmake.This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible Working : Flexible hours are available, however, due to the nature of this work, full time on-site working will be required. For part time opportunities, please talk to usFor a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Onsite

Software Engineer (Senior Levels)Applylocations: GB - Edinburghtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Description: Salary Range: Engineer £38000 - £50000 Senior Engineer £45000 - £60000 Principal Engineer £54000 - £70000 Where this vacancy is being recruited across more than one grade, the successful candidate will be appointed to a specific assessed grade, and the applicable salary range will be that associated with the grade of appointment. Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your impact Are you interested in working on one of the most cutting-edge defence and aerospace projects in the UK? We are enhancing the capability of the Eurofighter Typhoon, Gripen and emerging GCAP platform and are looking for top engineers to join our team.As a Software Engineer at Leonardo, you will work in an agile team with 7-10 other engineers. Together with almost 100 other engineers you'll be challenged to ensure the software development continues to form the backbone of the nation's air defence capability for decades to come.You will collaborate with your colleagues to architect, design, implement and test new product functionality and contribute to planning the work and taking ownership for delivering it. What you'll bring To be successful in this role, we really need you to have the following experience: Experience working within an agile team and familiarity with agile software development lifecycle The ability to collaborate and work with others Strong programming skills. For this role C++ will be the main language but we will consider anyone who has strong skills in other languages who is willing to learn Git (or equivalent) source control expertise The ability to develop suitable software solution from solution requirements The ability to trace, diagnose and resolve potential software issues. Familiarity with a debugger.If you have the above skills, the following will really help you stand out: Familiarity with Signal Processing Experience working on complex products and codebases Familiarisation with component-based development Experience with working in embedded environments Experience using static analysis and code coverage tooling Knowledge of best practises for incremental development Familiarity with the Atlassian toolset Familiarity with Cmake.This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours. Due to the nature of this role, full on-site working is a requirement. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Onsite

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking a C++ Software Engineer for their Edinburgh location. This role involves working on cutting-edge defence projects, collaborating within an agile team to enhance capabilities in fast jets. The ideal candidate should have strong C++ skills, experience with agile methodologies, and problem-solving abilities. The position offers a salary range from £38,000 to £70,000 based on experience.

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Edinburgh to work on cutting-edge defense projects like the Eurofighter Typhoon. The role requires strong programming skills, preferably in C++, as well as experience in agile methodologies. Benefits include up to 15% employer pension contribution, generous leave, mental health support, online learning resources, and flexible working options. Join us to be part of a significant team advancing technology and safety in aerospace and defense.

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking Software Test Engineers to contribute to defence projects at our Luton location. This role offers a starting salary between £55,000 - £65,000 and the opportunity for hybrid working. Ideal candidates will have ISTQB certification, good analytical and communication skills, and a background in embedded systems or Windows testing. Benefits include generous leave, a strong pension scheme, and access to over 4,000 online courses for professional growth.

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation in Luton is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to provide technical leadership within critical software components for Electronic Warfare and Future Combat Air programmes. The ideal candidate will have extensive embedded software engineering experience and strong capabilities in mentoring engineers and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role offers hybrid working options and an attractive salary package, including various benefits aimed at employee wellbeing.

VHDL FPGA Firmware EngineerApplylocations: GB - Southampton: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lanetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Description: Salary Ranges Engineer: £38k - £53kSenior: £45k - £61kLeonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.Where this vacancy is being recruited across more than one grade, the successful candidate will be appointed to a specific assessed grade, and the applicable salary range will be that associated with the grade of appointment.Leonardo offers an additional allowances for some roles - for more information please contact Your Impact: This FPGA Firmware Engineer vacancy presents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop their skills and knowledge within a thriving electronics organisation.In this broad VHDL firmware engineering role, you will work across a range of projects throughout various stages of the product lifecycle from initial concept development through to early life production. You will work with some of the latest high-speed FPGA's and System-on-Chips (SoC's) to help shape our future products.The role shall be based in either Southampton or Bristol with a primary focus on the design and development of embedded VHDL firmware for complex aircraft sensor and communication systems.You will be part of the Leonardo Airborne Communications product development group within the Integrated Sensing & Protection line of business, interacting with partner organisations, sub-contractors and potential customers. What you will do: Firmware requirements capture and management. FPGA design and analysis. Production of documentation for other engineers and evidence for design reviews. Development of FPGA test and FPGA integration plans. Perform system integration work with PCB designers and embedded software engineers. Support all firmware designs through the company firmware process - training will be given. Modification of existing firmware designs and test benches. What you'll bring: Experience using FPGA technologies especially from either Xilinx, Microsemi (Actel) or Lattice and their tools. Advanced verification techniques using either VHDL or System Verilog / UVM. Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route. Ability to analyse system level requirements and derive detailed Firmware requirements. A methodical approach to the full firmware design lifecycle, working to a structured firmware process such as RTCA DO-254 or similar. Experience of working on safety related firmware to IEC 61508 would be advantageous. De-bugging firmware designs and supporting verification and integration at hardware and system level alongside Software and Hardware Engineers. Making technical decisions and mitigating technical risk for Firmware design activities. Ability to communicate effectively across different disciplines both verbally and in written form. Familiarity with Siemens EDA FPGA development tools including HDL Designer and ModelSim / Questa is an advantage. It would be nice if you had: Awareness of Safety, Security and other legislative constraints Engineering experience with radio-based communication systems. Experience of mentoring more junior members of the team. Security Clearance: This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Southampton Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation in Gloucester is seeking a Scrum Master to lead agile delivery teams, ensuring collaboration and delivering high-value outcomes. You will work closely with engineering and product teams while fostering an environment of continuous improvement. The role requires UK DV clearance and will involve working on critical defence and public sector solutions. The company offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including flexible working opportunities and professional development resources.

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Real-Time Embedded systems based in Luton. The ideal candidate will have around 4 years of experience in embedded software engineering, particularly in aerospace or defence sectors, and will design high integrity software solutions. This permanent role offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000, along with comprehensive benefits to support employee well-being and professional growth.

Senior Application EngineerApplylocations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lanetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R Job Description: Salary Range: £44,171 - £61,950Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your Impact Are you ready to support and enhance enterprise applications that underpin national security and critical services? At Leonardo UK, our Senior Application Engineers play a key role in maintaining and improving business-critical platforms - ensuring they are secure, scalable, and aligned with operational needs. You'll work collaboratively across engineering and service teams, contributing to technical delivery and continuous improvement. Your work at Leonardo UK will see you take the lead in solving customer problems in an agile, innovative and team-centric manner. The role may involve a blended hybrid working model, with a mixture of working from home and working on site at one of our Leonardo offices to ensure close collaboration with the wider team and with our customers.Leonardo UK is seeking a Senior Application Engineer to join the Cyber & Security Solutions Division team. This role is focused on delivering, maintaining, and improving platform and systems engineering solutions that underpin critical defence, government and public sector services. What you will do as a Senior Application Engineer Support, configure, and enhance the Leonardo MCX suite of applications , ensuring reliable operation within mission critical communication environments Deliver engineering tasks within defined work packages, ensuring alignment with user needs, operational communication requirements, security requirements, and service-level objectives. Contribute to application architecture, configuration, integration, and lifecycle activities under the guidance of senior engineers. Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering, service management, and product teams to resolve technical issues. Mentor junior engineers and specialists, supporting their development and promoting best practices. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including automation, documentation, and knowledge sharing. Ensure compliance with engineering governance, ITSM processes, and cyber security policies. What you'll bring Solid experience in supporting, configuring, and enhancing enterprise or mission critical applications , ideally within telecoms, control rooms, or public safety communications environments. Ability to solve moderately complex application-related issues and contribute to secure, scalable solutions in high availability operational settings. Understanding of application lifecycle management, integration patterns, and secure-by-design principles. Strong communication and collaboration skills across engineering, service management and product teams. A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing. Core areas (must have): Mission Critical Application Experience : Hands on experience supporting or configuring operational telecoms systems , public safety applications, control room tools, or enterprise grade software. Application Lifecycle Knowledge : Understanding of deployment, maintenance, upgrades, and decommissioning phases. Integration & Identity Management : Familiarity with integration patterns and identity systems such as Open ID connect and OAuth Secure-by-Design Principles : Awareness of cyber security practices and secure configuration. Service Management Alignment : Understanding of ITIL or similar frameworks. Technical Problem Solving : Ability to resolve moderately complex issues and contribute to service improvement. Collaboration & Communication : Strong communication skills across engineering, service, and product teams. Desirable: Experience with mission critical communication platforms, public safety dispatch systems, TETRA technologies, or telecoms signalling protocols. Experience supporting applications across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments (e.g. AWS). Exposure to MCX / MCPTT, control room platforms, or emergency services communication systems. Familiarity with Jira Service Management or other ITSM tooling. Knowledge of enterprise IT services such as Active Directory, KMSPKI, and monitoring tools. Exposure to DevOps or CI/CD practices. Industry certifications (e.g. Atlassian ITIL, AWS, Azure). Awareness of 3GPP technical standards. Experience working in secure or defence-related environments. Security ClearanceThis role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Location This role can be based at our Bristol site, with hybrid/custom working options where appropriate. Travel will be involved in the role. Why join usAt Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Time to Recharge: Generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits such as private healthcare, lifestyle discounts, and gym memberships. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.Be part of something bigger - apply now!

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking an Electro-Optic Systems Engineer in Basildon, UK. This role involves leading integration and testing of EO seeker prototypes and developing system requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong electronics background and a degree in engineering or science. Leonardo offers a hybrid working model, comprehensive benefits, including up to 15% pension contributions, mental health support, and flexible working options. Be part of a team innovating in aerospace, defense, and security.

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation in Bristol is looking for a Senior Application Engineer to support and enhance the MCX suite of applications critical for national security. This hybrid role involves collaboration across various teams to ensure applications are secure and reliable. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in mission-critical environments, understanding of application lifecycle management, and strong problem-solving skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including generous leave and a pension scheme.

Senior Software Engineer (Real Time Embedded)Applylocations: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R Job Description: Salary Range: £45,000 - £55,000 Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your Impact Are you a passionate Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer with a few years of experience and looking to take the next step in your career? Do you want to work for an employer committed to helping you grow, learn, and innovate?If so, Leonardo has exciting opportunities for Software Engineers to join our multidisciplinary teams delivering advanced solutions for defence projects. What You'll Bring You will contribute to designing and delivering high integrity embedded software solutions while developing your technical skills and collaborating with experienced engineers. Key skills and behaviours include: Experience: Around 4 years of embedded software engineering experience in aerospace, defence, or other mission- or safety-critical domains. High-Integrity Coding: Ability to develop robust, high-quality software (e.g., RTCA-DO178C) using object-oriented C++ or Ada. Collaboration: Work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams and learn from senior engineers. DevOps Mindset: Interest in automation across build, test, and deployment processes. Hands-On Integration: Willingness to work directly with target hardware in lab environments. RTOS Development (Desirable): Exposure to real-time embedded applications on Linux or VxWorks RTOS. Lifecycle Awareness: Understanding of the software engineering lifecycle-from requirements through delivery. Growth Mindset: Eagerness to learn, adapt, and contribute to best practices.This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid