MERITUS are recruiting for an experienced Solution Architect to join a leading Defence Manufacturing organisation, supporting the modernisation and cyber assurance of complex engineering systems in line with UK Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) requirements. SOLUTION ARCHITECT - DEFENCE MANUFACTURING/CYBER - UP TO £600 PER DAY (INSIDE IR35) - 12 MONTH INITIAL CONTRACT - HYBRID 3 DAYS PER WEEK ON-SITE - STEVENAGE OR BOLTON - SC CLEARANCE ELIGIBLE We're looking for a Solution Architect/Technical Architect with experience across Defence Manufacturing, engineering applications and cyber security . You'll map and document complex PLM, ALM and engineering systems, ensuring architectures, integrations and data flows meet UK defence security and DCC requirements. The role is a 12 month initial contract & can be based at either the organisations Stevenage or Bolton sites. Responsibilities: Map engineering application architectures, integrations, data flows and dependencies. Assess systems against DCC controls and identify remediation requirements. Produce architecture diagrams, technical specifications and DCC evidence. Design and document IAM, RBAC, asset management and configuration controls. Support resilience, disaster recovery and business continuity requirements. Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, IT and Cyber Security stakeholders. Skills & Experience: Essential: Solution Architect, Technical Architect or Systems Architect experience. Experience within Defence, Aerospace or complex manufacturing environments . Strong architecture modelling and technical documentation skills. Knowledge of DCC, Def Stan 05-138, Cyber Essentials or defence cyber assurance. Experience with IAM, RBAC, configuration management and system resilience. UK SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance. Desirable: Experience with PLM/ALM systems such as PTC Windchill, IBM ELM, DOORS or Siemens Teamcenter. Knowledge of ISO 27001 or NIST. Previous security accreditation, certification or technical audit experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a Defence Manufacturing organisation , working across Solution Architecture, engineering systems and cyber security while supporting the certification and modernisation of business-critical engineering applications.
13/11/2026
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MERITUS are recruiting for an experienced Solution Architect to join a leading Defence Manufacturing organisation, supporting the modernisation and cyber assurance of complex engineering systems in line with UK Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) requirements. SOLUTION ARCHITECT - DEFENCE MANUFACTURING/CYBER - UP TO £600 PER DAY (INSIDE IR35) - 12 MONTH INITIAL CONTRACT - HYBRID 3 DAYS PER WEEK ON-SITE - STEVENAGE OR BOLTON - SC CLEARANCE ELIGIBLE We're looking for a Solution Architect/Technical Architect with experience across Defence Manufacturing, engineering applications and cyber security . You'll map and document complex PLM, ALM and engineering systems, ensuring architectures, integrations and data flows meet UK defence security and DCC requirements. The role is a 12 month initial contract & can be based at either the organisations Stevenage or Bolton sites. Responsibilities: Map engineering application architectures, integrations, data flows and dependencies. Assess systems against DCC controls and identify remediation requirements. Produce architecture diagrams, technical specifications and DCC evidence. Design and document IAM, RBAC, asset management and configuration controls. Support resilience, disaster recovery and business continuity requirements. Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, IT and Cyber Security stakeholders. Skills & Experience: Essential: Solution Architect, Technical Architect or Systems Architect experience. Experience within Defence, Aerospace or complex manufacturing environments . Strong architecture modelling and technical documentation skills. Knowledge of DCC, Def Stan 05-138, Cyber Essentials or defence cyber assurance. Experience with IAM, RBAC, configuration management and system resilience. UK SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance. Desirable: Experience with PLM/ALM systems such as PTC Windchill, IBM ELM, DOORS or Siemens Teamcenter. Knowledge of ISO 27001 or NIST. Previous security accreditation, certification or technical audit experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a Defence Manufacturing organisation , working across Solution Architecture, engineering systems and cyber security while supporting the certification and modernisation of business-critical engineering applications.
MERITUS are recruiting for an experienced Solution Architect to join a leading Defence Manufacturing organisation, supporting the modernisation and cyber assurance of complex engineering systems in line with UK Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) requirements. SOLUTION ARCHITECT - DEFENCE MANUFACTURING/CYBER - UP TO £600 PER DAY (INSIDE IR35) - 12 MONTH INITIAL CONTRACT - HYBRID 3 DAYS PER WEEK ON-SITE - STEVENAGE OR BOLTON - SC CLEARANCE ELIGIBLE We're looking for a Solution Architect/Technical Architect with experience across Defence Manufacturing, engineering applications and cyber security . You'll map and document complex PLM, ALM and engineering systems, ensuring architectures, integrations and data flows meet UK defence security and DCC requirements. The role is a 12 month initial contract & can be based at either the organisations Stevenage or Bolton sites. Responsibilities: Map engineering application architectures, integrations, data flows and dependencies. Assess systems against DCC controls and identify remediation requirements. Produce architecture diagrams, technical specifications and DCC evidence. Design and document IAM, RBAC, asset management and configuration controls. Support resilience, disaster recovery and business continuity requirements. Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, IT and Cyber Security stakeholders. Skills & Experience: Essential: Solution Architect, Technical Architect or Systems Architect experience. Experience within Defence, Aerospace or complex manufacturing environments . Strong architecture modelling and technical documentation skills. Knowledge of DCC, Def Stan 05-138, Cyber Essentials or defence cyber assurance. Experience with IAM, RBAC, configuration management and system resilience. UK SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance. Desirable: Experience with PLM/ALM systems such as PTC Windchill, IBM ELM, DOORS or Siemens Teamcenter. Knowledge of ISO 27001 or NIST. Previous security accreditation, certification or technical audit experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a Defence Manufacturing organisation , working across Solution Architecture, engineering systems and cyber security while supporting the certification and modernisation of business-critical engineering applications.
13/11/2026
Contractor
MERITUS are recruiting for an experienced Solution Architect to join a leading Defence Manufacturing organisation, supporting the modernisation and cyber assurance of complex engineering systems in line with UK Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) requirements. SOLUTION ARCHITECT - DEFENCE MANUFACTURING/CYBER - UP TO £600 PER DAY (INSIDE IR35) - 12 MONTH INITIAL CONTRACT - HYBRID 3 DAYS PER WEEK ON-SITE - STEVENAGE OR BOLTON - SC CLEARANCE ELIGIBLE We're looking for a Solution Architect/Technical Architect with experience across Defence Manufacturing, engineering applications and cyber security . You'll map and document complex PLM, ALM and engineering systems, ensuring architectures, integrations and data flows meet UK defence security and DCC requirements. The role is a 12 month initial contract & can be based at either the organisations Stevenage or Bolton sites. Responsibilities: Map engineering application architectures, integrations, data flows and dependencies. Assess systems against DCC controls and identify remediation requirements. Produce architecture diagrams, technical specifications and DCC evidence. Design and document IAM, RBAC, asset management and configuration controls. Support resilience, disaster recovery and business continuity requirements. Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, IT and Cyber Security stakeholders. Skills & Experience: Essential: Solution Architect, Technical Architect or Systems Architect experience. Experience within Defence, Aerospace or complex manufacturing environments . Strong architecture modelling and technical documentation skills. Knowledge of DCC, Def Stan 05-138, Cyber Essentials or defence cyber assurance. Experience with IAM, RBAC, configuration management and system resilience. UK SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance. Desirable: Experience with PLM/ALM systems such as PTC Windchill, IBM ELM, DOORS or Siemens Teamcenter. Knowledge of ISO 27001 or NIST. Previous security accreditation, certification or technical audit experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a Defence Manufacturing organisation , working across Solution Architecture, engineering systems and cyber security while supporting the certification and modernisation of business-critical engineering applications.
MERITUS are recruiting for Electrical / Hardware Design Engineers to join our client based in Staffordshire to support the delivery of complex engineering solutions within the Nuclear industry. ELECTRICAL / HARDWARE DESIGN ENGINEER - £NEG (ENQUIRE FOR DETAILS) - STONE, STAFFORDSHIRE - HYBRID WORKING - SC CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY REQUIRED - SECTOR: NUCLEAR Design and develop hardware systems using proprietary components, focusing on PLCs, MCCs, drives, controls, and switchgear. Produce and review detailed electrical designs, cabling schematics, and containment system layouts. Support site surveys and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver effective project solutions. Provide technical guidance and mentoring support to junior engineers within the wider team. Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant safety, environmental, British, and international standards. Support the full project lifecycle from initial concept design through to final delivery and commissioning. Skillset / experience required: Essential: Proven experience designing electrical control panels, PLC systems, and low-voltage distribution systems. Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical and Microsoft Office applications. Degree or HND qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience working within highly regulated industrial environments. Eligibility to obtain UK SC Security Clearance. Desirable: Previous experience within the Nuclear, Defence, Energy, or other highly regulated sectors. Experience with MCCs, drives, switchgear, and industrial control systems. Knowledge of relevant British and international engineering standards. Experience mentoring or supporting junior engineers. Understanding of full project lifecycle delivery within systems integration environments. Main Benefits: Negotiable salary (enquire for details) 28 days holiday + bank holidays 6.5% matched pension Private medical insurance Flexible / Hybrid working policy This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team delivering critical infrastructure projects across the Nuclear sector. The role offers exposure to technically complex programmes, excellent long-term development opportunities, and the chance to work within a collaborative and innovative engineering environment.
12/11/2026
Full time
MERITUS are recruiting for Electrical / Hardware Design Engineers to join our client based in Staffordshire to support the delivery of complex engineering solutions within the Nuclear industry. ELECTRICAL / HARDWARE DESIGN ENGINEER - £NEG (ENQUIRE FOR DETAILS) - STONE, STAFFORDSHIRE - HYBRID WORKING - SC CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY REQUIRED - SECTOR: NUCLEAR Design and develop hardware systems using proprietary components, focusing on PLCs, MCCs, drives, controls, and switchgear. Produce and review detailed electrical designs, cabling schematics, and containment system layouts. Support site surveys and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver effective project solutions. Provide technical guidance and mentoring support to junior engineers within the wider team. Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant safety, environmental, British, and international standards. Support the full project lifecycle from initial concept design through to final delivery and commissioning. Skillset / experience required: Essential: Proven experience designing electrical control panels, PLC systems, and low-voltage distribution systems. Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical and Microsoft Office applications. Degree or HND qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience working within highly regulated industrial environments. Eligibility to obtain UK SC Security Clearance. Desirable: Previous experience within the Nuclear, Defence, Energy, or other highly regulated sectors. Experience with MCCs, drives, switchgear, and industrial control systems. Knowledge of relevant British and international engineering standards. Experience mentoring or supporting junior engineers. Understanding of full project lifecycle delivery within systems integration environments. Main Benefits: Negotiable salary (enquire for details) 28 days holiday + bank holidays 6.5% matched pension Private medical insurance Flexible / Hybrid working policy This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team delivering critical infrastructure projects across the Nuclear sector. The role offers exposure to technically complex programmes, excellent long-term development opportunities, and the chance to work within a collaborative and innovative engineering environment.
