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MERITUS are recruiting for a Nightshift NC Programmer to join our client in aerospace from their site in Flintshire. Please note, with the additional 38% shift uplift on the original rate, your rate will be 50.64 per hour. NIGHTSHIFT NC PROGRAMMER - INSIDE IR35 - 36.70 HOUR (NIGHTSHIFT RATE IS 50.64 PER HOUR) - 9 MONTHS - BROUGHTON, FLINTSHIRE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS This is not a standard CNC programming role. This is production engineering at the point of impact. We are supporting a major aerospace manufacturing operation producing next-generation aircraft structures. As part of the lineside Manufacturing Engineering team, you will operate on nightshift providing real-time NC programming support to a fast-paced, high-precision production environment. When production encounters a machining or program issue, you are the technical authority. What You'll Be Responsible For Defining and optimising NC programs to Manufacturing Engineering specifications Supporting jigs and tool specifications Running numerical simulations and validating toolpaths Testing and integrating NC programs into DNC systems or directly onto machines Participating in validation with Work Preparation, Quality and Production Supporting cycle time reduction and efficiency initiatives Driving continuous improvement within numerical control processes You will work from: Engineering & manufacturing design models Digital mock-ups Material and tolerance specifications Historic manufacturing feedback Your output will be production-ready NC programs and supporting technical documentation. What We're Looking For NVQ Level 4 / HNC or equivalent Strong background in NC programming within manufacturing engineering Experience in high-precision environments (aerospace preferred) CATIA exposure advantageous SAP familiarity beneficial Working understanding of aircraft build philosophy Ability to operate independently on nightshift This role suits someone who thrives in production environments where precision, pace and problem-solving matter daily.

MERITUS are recruiting for a Digital Site Operations Manager to join our client in supporting IT/OT site relationships and procedures. We are not looking for somone who has specialist hands on IT experience, but someone from an IT background who can be a focal point of digital organising for a leadership team. DIGITAL SITE OPERATIONS MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - 35 PER HOUR - FILTON, UK - 9 MONTHS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS This is a high-impact Digital leadership role embedded within one of the UK's most advanced aerospace manufacturing environments. Based at the Filton Plant - home to A400M wing assembly, A350 gear beam production, Wing Technology Development Centre and Additive Manufacturing capability - you will act as the senior Digital partner to plant leadership. The Opportunity You will own the Digital relationship with Operations. Not as support. As a strategic enabler. You will shape and deliver the plant Digital roadmap, protect operational continuity, drive digitalisation, strengthen OT cybersecurity posture, and ensure Digital investment delivers measurable production value. This is a role for someone who understands that in aerospace manufacturing: Downtime is expensive. Cyber risk is operational risk. Legacy systems slow innovation. Governance matters. Change requires influence. What You Will Own Full Digital stakeholder leadership for the Filton Plant Site-level Digital roadmap aligned to production strategy Demand management and prioritisation Coordination of SAP, infrastructure, digital workplace and shopfloor deployments OT cyber maturity improvement Incident governance (RCA, PPS, MTTR reduction) Supplier performance management Legacy system decommissioning Digital4Operations community leadership You will operate at the intersection of: Operations Maintenance Cyber Security IT/OT Central Digital Product Lines What We're Looking For Strong background in Digital/IT leadership within industrial manufacturing Experience working in live production environments (aerospace preferred) Exposure to IT/OT convergence Understanding of operational cyber risk Proven stakeholder management at senior plant level Ability to challenge status quo and drive change

Graduate Control Systems Engineer Telford Salary up to 32,000 + strong training & development programme MERITUS are excited to be partnered with an advanced Engineering and Automation business seeking to expand their Control Systems Design team. They are looking for a motivated Graduate Control Systems Engineer to support the design and development of automated investment casting systems and bespoke automation equipment. Working closely with the Senior Engineering Manager and alongside Electrical, Mechanical, and Project Engineers, this role offers the opportunity to develop technical expertise across control systems design, robotics integration, and electro-mechanical systems engineering within a highly innovative environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Engineer in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering looking to build a long-term career in automation, robotics, and industrial control systems. Main Responsibilities: Detailed design and development of existing automated control systems and equipment Concept and full lifecycle design of new automation and control systems Design and integration of robotic, computer, and control system interfaces Systems engineering of electro-mechanical equipment and machinery Robot programming and control system configuration Creation of technical specifications and engineering documentation Working to established product design standards and departmental procedures Providing internal technical product support across engineering teams Required Experience: Demonstrated experience or academic exposure to control systems design CAD experience (2D and 3D) - electrical and/or mechanical design environments Understanding of automation systems, robotics, or industrial control systems Strong problem-solving ability, both independently and within a team Ability to effectively present and communicate technical design solutions Benefits: Salary up to 32,000 25 days holiday + bank holidays Structured training and mentorship from senior engineers Exposure to robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing systems Clear career progression within a growing engineering organisation Opportunity to work on innovative, bespoke automation projects Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Graduate Engineer 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 Design Engineer Aruba Tech Consultancy Salary up to 75,000 (Potentially Higher for the right candidate) Manchester, Hybrid 3 days per week on-site SC Clearance eligibility Required MERITUS are working with a large technology consultancy looking for a Network Design Engineer (with strong Aruba experience) to join in their Manchester office. As a Senior Aruba Network Engineer / Network Solution Designer, you will be responsible for designing and delivering Aruba-focused enterprise networking solutions across switching, wireless and network security environments. You will take ownership of the design phase following pre-sales engagement, developing detailed low-level designs (LLD) and guiding the technical delivery of solutions through implementation and testing. You will work closely with customers and internal teams to ensure Aruba networking solutions are deployed efficiently, securely and in line with best practices. This role requires strong technical expertise across the Aruba ecosystem, alongside the ability to provide technical leadership and communicate effectively with stakeholders. The role is based in Manchester & the company operate a hybrid working model with 3 days per week on-site. Main Responsibilities: Design and deliver Aruba-based enterprise networking solutions, including campus switching, wireless LAN and cloud-managed networks. Produce detailed low-level design documentation (LLD) covering Aruba switching, wireless architecture and network security integration. Lead the implementation and technical delivery of Aruba infrastructure projects, ensuring high performance, reliability and scalability. Work closely with customers and internal teams to translate technical requirements into Aruba-focused network solutions. Troubleshoot complex networking challenges and support root cause analysis across Aruba switching, wireless and SD-WAN environments. Skills Required: Strong hands-on experience with HPE Aruba networking technologies, including Aruba switching and enterprise wireless platforms. Knowledge of Aruba AOS-S and AOS-CX switching, including configuration, deployment and troubleshooting. Experience with Aruba wireless solutions (AOS-8 / AOS-10) and wireless network design in enterprise environments. Familiarity with Aruba Central, Aruba ClearPass and Aruba SD-WAN for network management, security and access control. Understanding of wider networking technologies including LAN, WAN, security and wireless networking, with knowledge of Cisco environments considered advantageous. Benefits: Salary up to 75,000 (potentially higher for the right candidate) Up to 10% annual bonus Enhanced pension 5% employee, 10% employer 25 days holiday + bank holidays Hybrid / Flexible working - 3 days per week on-site Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Network Design Engineer 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.

Infrastructure / Platform Engineers Multiple Roles Available National Security Consulting Salaries Flexible up to 100,000 + Benefits Gloucester (Hybrid 3 Days per Week On-Site Active DV Clearance Required MERITUS are excited to be partnered with a growing National Security Consultancy looking at growing their capability at their Gloucester office. They're looking for experienced Infrastructure & Platform Engineers to join their team. The work will involve the design, build & engineering of mission critical solutions for UK National Security Clients with little BAU / Maintenance work. They have multiple roles available at all experience levels. Summaries below: Infrastructure Engineer: Experience with the design / build of Windows or Linux Server Infrastructure. Experience with on-prem & virtualised (ideally VMware) server infrastructure. Experience scripting using PowerShell, Bash or similar languages. Exposure to DevOps tools would be highly desirable (Docker / Kubernetes). DevOps / Platform Engineer: Experience building CI / CD environments (Jenkins / Gitlab or similar). Experience with either AWS or Azure cloud infrastructure. Experience in the design / build of container solutions (Docker / Kubernetes). Experience building Infrastructure as code (ANsible / terraform). The roles are based at the organisation's Gloucester office with frequent work at customers sites in the same area. They operate a hybrid working policy with at least 3 days per week on-site. They require candidates to hold an active DV clearance. Benefits: Flexible salary (DOE) Clearance bonus up to 7,000 Annual performance bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private medical insurance Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Infrastructure or Platform 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.

Business Development Manager Defence / Nuclear Industry Stone, Staffordshire Hybrid Working Neg (Enquire for details) + Strong Benefits MERITUS are partnering with a highly regarded engineering and technology business to recruit a Business Development Manager to join their Defence / Nuclear Division. This is a strategic, high-impact role focused on driving growth across complex, highly regulated environments including Defence, Defence Nuclear, Civil Nuclear, and Critical National Infrastructure. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering a forward-looking growth strategy, targeting major UK defence programmes, submarine infrastructure, and government-backed modernisation initiatives. This position requires a commercially astute professional with a proven ability to win business, build senior stakeholder relationships, and navigate multi-layered procurement frameworks. Candidates with direct experience in Nuclear, Defence, or similarly regulated sectors are strongly preferred , as understanding the landscape, stakeholders, and compliance requirements is critical to success. Main Responsibilities: Drive sales and business development activity across the Defence Nuclear portfolio, achieving revenue and margin targets Develop and execute a clear growth strategy aligned to defence and nuclear programme pipelines and government investment priorities Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including MOD, defence organisations, and prime contractors Lead and support complex bid activities, ensuring effective governance, resource planning, and risk management Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to align business development efforts with delivery capability and strategic objectives Required Skills & Experience: Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management within Defence, Nuclear, or other highly regulated sectors (essential) Strong understanding of UK defence or nuclear ecosystems, including procurement frameworks and stakeholder dynamics Demonstrable success in developing and delivering growth strategies in complex, secure environments Excellent commercial acumen with strong negotiation and client engagement skills at senior levels Experience working with technical or engineering solutions (e.g. PLC, SCADA, DCS, digitalisation technologies) within regulated industries Benefits: Negotiable salary (enquire for details) + 50% OTE Car allowance - 660 per month 28 days holiday + bank holidays 6.5% matched pension Private medical insurance Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Business Development Manager 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.

Software Engineer Geospatial Cloud Platforms Newcastle based Hybrid We are hiring a Software Engineer to join a modern Agile Scrum team building cloud native geospatial software used in real world, mission critical environments. This role offers genuine end to end engineering ownership. You will be involved from initial design through development, testing and deployment, working on scalable, resilient cloud based services using current technologies. The position is Newcastle based with flexible working in place. The team works in the office three days per week, with two days from home. What you'll be doing Designing and building high quality, maintainable Java based services Developing reusable patterns that improve delivery speed and engineering standards Writing unit and automated tests to support robust, production ready software Taking part in design and code reviews with a focus on security, scalability and long term maintainability Documenting solutions clearly and sharing knowledge across the team Working closely with the Scrum team to meet sprint commitments Participating fully in sprint planning, stand ups and reviews in a true Agile environment You'll be expected to operate with a strong sense of integrity and awareness of compliance requirements, as the software supports sensitive and high value use cases. What we're looking for Essential experience Strong Java development experience Building and deploying cloud based services Unit testing and automated testing practices Desirable experience DevSecOps exposure using tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD or SonarQube Container platforms such as Kubernetes or OpenShift Quarkus framework Front end development with Angular Security clearance This role requires the ability to obtain or already hold SC clearance. Candidates must be eligible to go through the clearance process.

Control Systems Software Engineer Energy Sector Stone, Staffordshire Competitive Salary (enquire for details) Hybrid (3 days per week onsite) MERITUS are working with a leading consultancy within the Energy sector, they're looking for experienced Control Systems Software Engineers to join their team due to an influx of new projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in renewable energy and power generation. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing advanced PLC and SCADA/DCS systems, contributing to upgrades, system improvements, and new builds in highly regulated industrial environments. They're based in Stone & operate a hybrid working model with 3 days per week on-site. Main Responsibilities: Develop and implement PLC-based control systems and configure advanced SCADA/DCS platforms. Create and review functional and detailed design specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Lead small projects or sub-teams, performing internal and customer acceptance testing. Drive quality assurance and ensure effective delivery across the full project lifecycle. Skills Required: At least 5 years' experience in PLC systems such as Siemens PCS7, Rockwell ControlLogix, or Schneider EcoStruxure, and SCADA platforms like WinCC or Zenon. Proficiency in IEC61131 languages, including ladder, function block, and structured text. Strong background in preparing design documentation and test plans, and delivering systems to QA standards. Willingness to travel, with a full UK driving license, and capable of site-based commissioning work. Benefits: Competitive salary (enquire for details) 25 days holiday (bank holidays on top) Private medical insurance Flexible working options Private pension (6.5% matched) Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Control Systems Engineer 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 the World's leading aeropsace & aviation organisations for the recruitment of a Configuration Managet to join their Portsmouth office on a full-time basis. The role requires an on-site presence, and is paying 41ph via Umbrella. The successfuly candidate should either hold or be eligible for SC Clearance, and hold sole British citizenship. Overview This role sits within the Configuration and Data Management team and is responsible for ensuring adherence to internal guidelines and industry best practices across Configuration Management processes. Acting as the first line of support and training for Product Lifecycle Management and Configuration Management Database users, you'll work closely with project, product, and service teams. You will oversee and support CM activities, provide internal and external stakeholder guidance, contribute to process improvements, and maintain system compliance in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Perform CM activities: identification, control, planning, change, status accounting, and audit. Maintain and distribute controlled documentation and data in the CMDB. Generate reports for team leads, project managers, or product/service teams. Act as the CADM focal point for one or more assigned projects, with support from team members. Ensure CMDB/PLM systems are maintained in a suitable operational state. Handle document control, quality checks, internal and external distribution, and structure creation within the CMDB. Respond to and support CADM-related queries from project stakeholders. Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives within the CADM function. Coordinate the creation and management of configuration structures such as BOMs and Product Trees. Manage Configuration Control Boards including initiation, assessment, facilitation, agendas, and reporting. Develop and improve CM processes and support system tool enhancements. Create and maintain Configuration and Data Management Plans, and Change Management Plans for specific projects. Monitor workload and resource allocation for assigned projects. Liaise with customers to ensure configuration requirements are met without negative impact on cost or schedule. Essential Skills and Experience Strong knowledge of Configuration Management principles: identification, structure, change, baseline, status accounting, and audits. Experienced with PLM/PDM tools Proficiency in MS Office and file/data management software. Good understanding of the product lifecycle. Experience in setting up CM processes on new projects. High level of digital literacy and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Eligibility to work with ITAR-controlled data. Desirable Skills CMII or equivalent Configuration Management certification. Experience working with customer stakeholders in a liaison role. Familiarity with APQP and related standards. Understanding of sensitive data environments. Knowledge of European languages. Minimum 5 years' experience in Configuration Management in a technical or data-centric environment.