What you will be doing Our engineering Test Technologists, in the Structures Test Team, support serial programmes and research & development activities, within a field or engineering discipline, through the application of known engineering principles and practices. They develop new test rigs, test methods/processes and tools by delivering specialisms in: Primary Skills: Strong working knowledge of MOOG Control System (system architecture/connection, calibration and PID tuning) Experience using Aerotest Software (Test Manager, Test Explorer, SmartBAR) Design, Maintenance and Operation of servo-hydraulic control systems Additional Desirable Skills: Operation of standard universal test machines Experience using HBK Catman Our Technologists are required to support: Work on critical structural tests from level 6 (Material Coupons) to level 2 (Large Structural Assemblies) of the test pyramid and other business critical projects. Secure adherence to the Structures Test Process and respect of all transnational processes, methods and tools. Design and setup of the control and data acquisition systems of the test Design and setup of hydraulic loading systems for test rigs Performance of structural tests Calibration of equipment
20/02/2026
Contractor
What you will be doing Our engineering Test Technologists, in the Structures Test Team, support serial programmes and research & development activities, within a field or engineering discipline, through the application of known engineering principles and practices. They develop new test rigs, test methods/processes and tools by delivering specialisms in: Primary Skills: Strong working knowledge of MOOG Control System (system architecture/connection, calibration and PID tuning) Experience using Aerotest Software (Test Manager, Test Explorer, SmartBAR) Design, Maintenance and Operation of servo-hydraulic control systems Additional Desirable Skills: Operation of standard universal test machines Experience using HBK Catman Our Technologists are required to support: Work on critical structural tests from level 6 (Material Coupons) to level 2 (Large Structural Assemblies) of the test pyramid and other business critical projects. Secure adherence to the Structures Test Process and respect of all transnational processes, methods and tools. Design and setup of the control and data acquisition systems of the test Design and setup of hydraulic loading systems for test rigs Performance of structural tests Calibration of equipment
Senior Java Developer | SC Clearance Required | Up to £650 per day (Inside IR35) | Remote with Monthly Visits to London | 6 Month Contract MERITUS are working with a large consulting organisation looking for a Senior Java Developer on a project working into a UK Central Government client. You'll play a key role in designing, coding, reviewing, and testing solutions within the Java stack , collaborating with developers, testers, and DevOps engineers. The position also involves working on automated tests, infrastructure updates, and maintaining high-quality standards across all stages of development. The role is remote with monthly visits into the London office on an initial 6 Month contract. Main Responsibilities: Design, code, review, and unit test applications using the Java stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, testers, and DevOps engineers. Support and enhance Legacy systems currently in maintenance mode. Contribute to automated testing (C#) and infrastructure improvements (Docker, Ansible, Python, Linux). Required Skills: Proven experience with Java, Spring, Maven, Git, JUnit, and Web APIs (REST/JSON, XML/SOAP). Active SC clearance is essential. Strong background in complex or high-pressure software development environments. Ability to collaborate effectively within a diverse technical team and deliver high-quality, maintainable code. Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Senior Java Developer role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS.
08/10/2025
Contractor
Senior Java Developer | SC Clearance Required | Up to £650 per day (Inside IR35) | Remote with Monthly Visits to London | 6 Month Contract MERITUS are working with a large consulting organisation looking for a Senior Java Developer on a project working into a UK Central Government client. You'll play a key role in designing, coding, reviewing, and testing solutions within the Java stack , collaborating with developers, testers, and DevOps engineers. The position also involves working on automated tests, infrastructure updates, and maintaining high-quality standards across all stages of development. The role is remote with monthly visits into the London office on an initial 6 Month contract. Main Responsibilities: Design, code, review, and unit test applications using the Java stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, testers, and DevOps engineers. Support and enhance Legacy systems currently in maintenance mode. Contribute to automated testing (C#) and infrastructure improvements (Docker, Ansible, Python, Linux). Required Skills: Proven experience with Java, Spring, Maven, Git, JUnit, and Web APIs (REST/JSON, XML/SOAP). Active SC clearance is essential. Strong background in complex or high-pressure software development environments. Ability to collaborate effectively within a diverse technical team and deliver high-quality, maintainable code. Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Senior Java Developer role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS.
Network Architect Defence Consultancy Hemel Hempstead Up to £75,000 + 10% Bonus DV Clearance Eligibility Required MERITUS are working with a leading Defence consultancy looking for a Network Architect to join a highly secure, fast-paced environment supporting critical national infrastructure projects. This is a varied role where you'll be involved from initial design right through to implementation and support. You'll take ownership of both high-level and low-level designs , work with technologies from leading vendors, and provide third-line support when required. Alongside the technical delivery, you'll also guide and support colleagues, helping to set the direction for project work. If you're confident in designing and building secure network systems and enjoy working in a team where innovation and problem-solving are part of the day-to-day, this could be the perfect next step in your career. DV (Developed Vetting) security clearance is essential for this role - either already held or eligible to be obtained. The role is based on client site in Hemel Hempstead. Main Responsibilities: Create and deliver detailed high and low-level network designs for complex IP environments. Build and implement solutions using technologies such as Cisco. Act as a point of escalation for third-line support on challenging issues. Work directly with customers to understand needs and translate them into workable solutions. Provide guidance and technical direction to colleagues within project teams. Ensure solutions are properly documented and can be effectively supported once deployed. Skills Required: Strong track record of designing and supporting secure, resilient IP networks. Experience producing clear high and low-level design documentation. Familiarity with monitoring tools such as SNMP, Syslog or similar. Solid understanding of network security, including firewalls, IDS and IPS. Knowledge of core routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, LDP or RSVP. Confident communicator, able to explain technical detail to both technical and non-technical audiences. Benefits: Salary up to £72,000 Clearance bonus of £5,000 to be paid upon obtaining DV clearance Up to 10% annual bonus Enhanced pension scheme (5% employee, 10% employer) Private medical insurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays flexible working hours Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Network Architect role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS.
03/10/2025
Full time
Network Architect Defence Consultancy Hemel Hempstead Up to £75,000 + 10% Bonus DV Clearance Eligibility Required MERITUS are working with a leading Defence consultancy looking for a Network Architect to join a highly secure, fast-paced environment supporting critical national infrastructure projects. This is a varied role where you'll be involved from initial design right through to implementation and support. You'll take ownership of both high-level and low-level designs , work with technologies from leading vendors, and provide third-line support when required. Alongside the technical delivery, you'll also guide and support colleagues, helping to set the direction for project work. If you're confident in designing and building secure network systems and enjoy working in a team where innovation and problem-solving are part of the day-to-day, this could be the perfect next step in your career. DV (Developed Vetting) security clearance is essential for this role - either already held or eligible to be obtained. The role is based on client site in Hemel Hempstead. Main Responsibilities: Create and deliver detailed high and low-level network designs for complex IP environments. Build and implement solutions using technologies such as Cisco. Act as a point of escalation for third-line support on challenging issues. Work directly with customers to understand needs and translate them into workable solutions. Provide guidance and technical direction to colleagues within project teams. Ensure solutions are properly documented and can be effectively supported once deployed. Skills Required: Strong track record of designing and supporting secure, resilient IP networks. Experience producing clear high and low-level design documentation. Familiarity with monitoring tools such as SNMP, Syslog or similar. Solid understanding of network security, including firewalls, IDS and IPS. Knowledge of core routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, LDP or RSVP. Confident communicator, able to explain technical detail to both technical and non-technical audiences. Benefits: Salary up to £72,000 Clearance bonus of £5,000 to be paid upon obtaining DV clearance Up to 10% annual bonus Enhanced pension scheme (5% employee, 10% employer) Private medical insurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays flexible working hours Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Network Architect role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS.
MERITUS Talent are working with one of Europe's leading defence manufacturers for the recruitment of a High Speed Digital Design Engineer to join their Stevenage office on a 12 Month contract assignment. The incumbent of the role is expected to be onsite full time, and paid between £70 - £80 per hour INSIDE IR35. SC Clearance needs to be in place prior to starting the role. We're looking for a High Speed Digital Design Engineer to join our growing electronics team in either Stevenage or Bristol. You'll be part of a large and highly skilled group working on advanced digital and analogue hardware, designing high-performance systems for software-defined radio (SDR), radar signal processing, and sensor fusion applications. What you'll be doing: As a key member of the engineering team, you'll support the Technical Lead/Architect and work closely with systems, software, firmware, mechanical, and production engineers. Together, you'll define and develop efficient and reliable electronic solutions that meet customer needs. Once the specification is agreed, you'll take the lead on the detailed design of the high-speed digital elements and coordinate other electronic design activities through the full development lifecycle - from concept to delivery. What we're looking for: We want someone with a solid background in high-speed digital design who enjoys solving complex problems and working collaboratively across disciplines. You should have: Proven experience in complex, high-speed digital electronics design Knowledge of MPSoC FPGA technologies, DDR and Flash memory, and high-speed serial interfaces Experience with signal integrity (SI) and power integrity (PI) analysis Proficiency in VHDL, plus experience with C, C++ or Python for board-level test and debug A good understanding of DSP concepts for SDR, radar and optical sensors A systems-level mindset and the ability to design elegant hardware architectures Strong academic grounding and the ability to pick up new ideas quickly A focus on documentation, collaboration and delivering high-quality solutions You'll be working on cutting-edge technology in a supportive team that values deep technical understanding and real-world results. The work is varied and intellectually stimulating, and you'll have the chance to influence key designs used in critical applications.
03/10/2025
Full time
MERITUS Talent are working with one of Europe's leading defence manufacturers for the recruitment of a High Speed Digital Design Engineer to join their Stevenage office on a 12 Month contract assignment. The incumbent of the role is expected to be onsite full time, and paid between £70 - £80 per hour INSIDE IR35. SC Clearance needs to be in place prior to starting the role. We're looking for a High Speed Digital Design Engineer to join our growing electronics team in either Stevenage or Bristol. You'll be part of a large and highly skilled group working on advanced digital and analogue hardware, designing high-performance systems for software-defined radio (SDR), radar signal processing, and sensor fusion applications. What you'll be doing: As a key member of the engineering team, you'll support the Technical Lead/Architect and work closely with systems, software, firmware, mechanical, and production engineers. Together, you'll define and develop efficient and reliable electronic solutions that meet customer needs. Once the specification is agreed, you'll take the lead on the detailed design of the high-speed digital elements and coordinate other electronic design activities through the full development lifecycle - from concept to delivery. What we're looking for: We want someone with a solid background in high-speed digital design who enjoys solving complex problems and working collaboratively across disciplines. You should have: Proven experience in complex, high-speed digital electronics design Knowledge of MPSoC FPGA technologies, DDR and Flash memory, and high-speed serial interfaces Experience with signal integrity (SI) and power integrity (PI) analysis Proficiency in VHDL, plus experience with C, C++ or Python for board-level test and debug A good understanding of DSP concepts for SDR, radar and optical sensors A systems-level mindset and the ability to design elegant hardware architectures Strong academic grounding and the ability to pick up new ideas quickly A focus on documentation, collaboration and delivering high-quality solutions You'll be working on cutting-edge technology in a supportive team that values deep technical understanding and real-world results. The work is varied and intellectually stimulating, and you'll have the chance to influence key designs used in critical applications.
MERITUS are recruiting for a Security Vetting Administrator to join our client on an initial 12 month contract with a likelihood of it going permanent in the future. SECURITY VETTING ADMINISTRATOR - INSIDE IR35 - £20 PER HOUR - BLANDFORD - 12 MONTHS - FAST TURNAROUND - UNDERGO SC CLEARANCE Key Responsibilities: Deliver administrative support to business management and process improvement initiatives. Coordinate personnel, visitor, and contractor security and H&S requirements. Maintain training records and support staff onboarding/offboarding processes. Liaise with internal teams, customers, and suppliers to support business change. Manage procurement, purchase orders, invoicing, and financial record-keeping. Prepare, maintain, and track change-related commercial and financial documentation. Provide cover for other Support Officers during absence. Perform occasional security facility checks as part of rota duties. Requirements: Proven office administration experience with strong Microsoft Office skills. Experience managing staff security clearance and liaising with vetting bodies. Knowledge of business change processes and financial administration. Strong organisational, multitasking, and stakeholder engagement skills. Additional Info: Reports to Security & Administration Manager. No direct reports. No travel required. Occasional duty keyholder responsibilities.
02/10/2025
Full time
MERITUS are recruiting for a Security Vetting Administrator to join our client on an initial 12 month contract with a likelihood of it going permanent in the future. SECURITY VETTING ADMINISTRATOR - INSIDE IR35 - £20 PER HOUR - BLANDFORD - 12 MONTHS - FAST TURNAROUND - UNDERGO SC CLEARANCE Key Responsibilities: Deliver administrative support to business management and process improvement initiatives. Coordinate personnel, visitor, and contractor security and H&S requirements. Maintain training records and support staff onboarding/offboarding processes. Liaise with internal teams, customers, and suppliers to support business change. Manage procurement, purchase orders, invoicing, and financial record-keeping. Prepare, maintain, and track change-related commercial and financial documentation. Provide cover for other Support Officers during absence. Perform occasional security facility checks as part of rota duties. Requirements: Proven office administration experience with strong Microsoft Office skills. Experience managing staff security clearance and liaising with vetting bodies. Knowledge of business change processes and financial administration. Strong organisational, multitasking, and stakeholder engagement skills. Additional Info: Reports to Security & Administration Manager. No direct reports. No travel required. Occasional duty keyholder responsibilities.
MERITUS Talent are working with Europe's largest weapons systems manufacturer for the recruitment of a Production Test Engineer to join their Manufacturing team Production Test Engineer (Electronics) - Stevenage/Bolton - HNC/HND Essential - Contract - 12 Months - £36ph via Umbrella Responsibilities: Role responsibilities Technical support to the manufacturing test of weapons sub-systems in production and development test and diagnostics of complex weapons at system and Subsystem level. Provide Test Engineering support during Design / Development phases from initial concept through to Production Readiness Review and release to Operations. Support Test Facility introduction and ensure that configuration control of equipment and facilities is in place prior to use, including generating supporting test specifications and operator instructions. Support to testing of electrical/electronic weapon systems and sub-assemblies, with diagnosis of production test failures down to circuit card and potentially component level. Identification of remedial and corrective actions, in a timely manner allowing Manufacturing to continue production in line with programme. Evaluation of technical problems in order to develop proposals for test equipment investigations and corrective actions, including process improvements. Test Engineering representative at Defect Review Board meetings to ensure efficient progress of equipment and quality notifications towards corrective action. Role requirements (skills, training and qualifications) HNC/HND (Electronics) Level of Qualifications or equivalent, plus good level of experience in digital & analogue electronics manufacture and test. A good understanding of measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. An understanding of the typical CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. An understanding of RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. An understanding of Environmental testing (including ESS) would also be an advantage. Good verbal and written communication skills, including generation of test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports based on higher-level requirements. Proven analytical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail. The ability to plan and organise own work in order to ensure multiple tasks can be prioritised and delivered against Project objectives. Manual handling training. ESD training. HNC/HND (Electronics) Level of Qualifications or equivalent, plus good level of experience in digital & analogue electronics manufacture and test. A good understanding of measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. An understanding of the typical CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. An understanding of RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. An understanding of Environmental testing (including ESS) would also be an advantage.
02/10/2025
Full time
MERITUS Talent are working with Europe's largest weapons systems manufacturer for the recruitment of a Production Test Engineer to join their Manufacturing team Production Test Engineer (Electronics) - Stevenage/Bolton - HNC/HND Essential - Contract - 12 Months - £36ph via Umbrella Responsibilities: Role responsibilities Technical support to the manufacturing test of weapons sub-systems in production and development test and diagnostics of complex weapons at system and Subsystem level. Provide Test Engineering support during Design / Development phases from initial concept through to Production Readiness Review and release to Operations. Support Test Facility introduction and ensure that configuration control of equipment and facilities is in place prior to use, including generating supporting test specifications and operator instructions. Support to testing of electrical/electronic weapon systems and sub-assemblies, with diagnosis of production test failures down to circuit card and potentially component level. Identification of remedial and corrective actions, in a timely manner allowing Manufacturing to continue production in line with programme. Evaluation of technical problems in order to develop proposals for test equipment investigations and corrective actions, including process improvements. Test Engineering representative at Defect Review Board meetings to ensure efficient progress of equipment and quality notifications towards corrective action. Role requirements (skills, training and qualifications) HNC/HND (Electronics) Level of Qualifications or equivalent, plus good level of experience in digital & analogue electronics manufacture and test. A good understanding of measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. An understanding of the typical CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. An understanding of RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. An understanding of Environmental testing (including ESS) would also be an advantage. Good verbal and written communication skills, including generation of test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports based on higher-level requirements. Proven analytical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail. The ability to plan and organise own work in order to ensure multiple tasks can be prioritised and delivered against Project objectives. Manual handling training. ESD training. HNC/HND (Electronics) Level of Qualifications or equivalent, plus good level of experience in digital & analogue electronics manufacture and test. A good understanding of measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. An understanding of the typical CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment is desirable. An understanding of RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage. An understanding of Environmental testing (including ESS) would also be an advantage.
MERITUS Talent are working with one of Europe's leading defence systems manufacturers for the recruitment of a Software Product Assurance Engineer to join on an initia 6 month contract to join their team in Bristol, onsite full-time. The falls Inside IR35 so will be conducted via an Umbrella, and paying £68 per hour. Prior to starting the role, candidates must be SC Cleared. Software Product Support Engineer Bristol (on-site, 4 days per week) £68 per hour (via umbrella) 6-month contract We are seeking an experienced Software Product Support Engineer to join our team in Bristol. This role focuses on the in-service support and maintenance of complex software that underpins cutting-edge systems used across land and naval platforms. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, debugging, and supporting software in live environments . You'll work closely with engineering teams and end users to investigate issues, configure systems, and ensure continued reliability of critical defence software. What you'll be doing: Investigating, debugging, and resolving software issues across multiple projects. Supporting in-service software on secure systems for both land and naval platforms. Administering and configuring Linux systems (RedHat / Ubuntu) including kernel-level changes. Collaborating with project teams to deliver updates, patches, and technical support. Producing clear documentation and explaining technical issues to non-technical stakeholders. What we're looking for: Strong coding background in C / C++ (Ada, JavaScript, or shell scripting would be an advantage). Experience with Linux OS administration (RedHat or Ubuntu; kernel-level knowledge highly desirable). Ability to investigate and debug complex software issues. Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to work across multiple projects. Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical issues into clear explanations. Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) . Contract details: Location: Bristol (minimum 4 days on-site per week) Duration: 6 months Rate: £68 per hour (via umbrella)
02/10/2025
Full time
MERITUS Talent are working with one of Europe's leading defence systems manufacturers for the recruitment of a Software Product Assurance Engineer to join on an initia 6 month contract to join their team in Bristol, onsite full-time. The falls Inside IR35 so will be conducted via an Umbrella, and paying £68 per hour. Prior to starting the role, candidates must be SC Cleared. Software Product Support Engineer Bristol (on-site, 4 days per week) £68 per hour (via umbrella) 6-month contract We are seeking an experienced Software Product Support Engineer to join our team in Bristol. This role focuses on the in-service support and maintenance of complex software that underpins cutting-edge systems used across land and naval platforms. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, debugging, and supporting software in live environments . You'll work closely with engineering teams and end users to investigate issues, configure systems, and ensure continued reliability of critical defence software. What you'll be doing: Investigating, debugging, and resolving software issues across multiple projects. Supporting in-service software on secure systems for both land and naval platforms. Administering and configuring Linux systems (RedHat / Ubuntu) including kernel-level changes. Collaborating with project teams to deliver updates, patches, and technical support. Producing clear documentation and explaining technical issues to non-technical stakeholders. What we're looking for: Strong coding background in C / C++ (Ada, JavaScript, or shell scripting would be an advantage). Experience with Linux OS administration (RedHat or Ubuntu; kernel-level knowledge highly desirable). Ability to investigate and debug complex software issues. Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to work across multiple projects. Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical issues into clear explanations. Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) . Contract details: Location: Bristol (minimum 4 days on-site per week) Duration: 6 months Rate: £68 per hour (via umbrella)
