Saab UK

5 job(s) at Saab UK

Saab UK Fareham, Hampshire
12/05/2026
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: To design and implement application and software solutions for underwater robotics applications in line with Saab Seaeye's business needs through innovation, creativity and professionalism. You will be tasked with designing and developing software for the next generation of underwater vehicles as well as supporting and developing on existing codebase and products. Qualifications and Skills: A Degree in a relevant Engineering Discipline or Software Engineering Qualification with industry experience Extensive experience with C++ is a must. Familiarity in development of control software Solid understanding of software design and architecture Backend server design/structure Familiar with Standard Web Technologies Exposure to front end - Able to construct functional web pages Software skills in Javascript, Python, XML, JSON, HTML or CSS on both Windows and Linux. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Saab UK Hull, Yorkshire
06/05/2026
Contractor
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This a 6 Months Contract Role. You'll join Saab UK's Public Safety Solutions business unit where we develop and deploy Command, Control, and Communication (C3) and a team dedicated to developing mission-critical software solutions that help police, fire and rescue services, ambulance dispatchers, airports, and public transport agencies coordinate and respond to incidents that matter. As a Software Engineer within Radio, you'll play a key role in building and maintaining our digital radio solutions, ensuring seamless, reliable, and secure voice and data connections across diverse and demanding environments. Your work will directly contribute to saving lives and keeping societies safe. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain radio software solutions. Work with modern protocols and technologies (e.g. SIP and 3GPP) Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to deliver high-performance, scalable, and resilient systems. Work with our partners and customers to build tomorrow's solutions Comprehend an existing solution and work towards MVP s Continuously explore and implement new technologies that enhance our communication capabilities. Participate in end-to-end system design, from architecture to deployment. Qualifications and Skills: Essential: A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar. Experience with digital radio systems Solid programming skills C#.NET Core and experience of DevOps. A passion for developing robust, real-world software that helps people and communities. Strong communication skills and an eagerness to learn and share knowledge. Experience in multithreaded applications Test driven development TDD Source control as Git Strong communication skills both with the team and externally BDD Distributed services Team City (CICD) or similar Desirable: SIP signalling/RTP Realtime Transport Protocol SQL Docker Wireshark Linux By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Saab UK Fareham, Hampshire
01/05/2026
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: Following planned expansion, Saab is looking to recruit a customer-focused field support technician responsible for the service, installation, repair, and general maintenance of the Giraffe 1X multi-mission radar, as well as other radars in Saab's portfolio. This is an important role, and will require building relationships with the in-country operators, as well as with Saab Engineering Teams. In this position, you will work with a range of technologies including radar systems, software loading/programming, high-power components (AC and DC), electronics, hydraulics, cooling systems, and interfaces with both Saab and other Command and Control systems. The ability and willingness to travel, including internationally and to areas of very high risk will be essential for this role. The successful candidate will have the potential to progress within the business; they will also benefit from continuous training across the different sectors of the business and sensors. Key Responsibilities: Support customers on-site, both domestically and internationally in field and operational environments to enable initial radar system fielding; this includes conducting planned and preventative maintenance. Additional tasks will include manning customer support desks, training end users, and assisting with production at the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Support to trials, exercises, deployments globally in support of military operations, and other company market growth initiatives. System integration and verification, and support to configuration management. Reporting and administering the running of projects and training events as required Qualifications and Experience: Essential: The ability to understand complex systems of systems - ideally this would be extensive knowledge of either a radar, electronic warfare, command and control, or sophisticated military electronic systems. A willingness to deploy at short notice to areas of very high risk. Ability to meet the physical requirements of, and pass the medical examinations associated with, Deployment Ready Training. Experience in a technical customer-facing environment demonstrating fault-finding and problem-solving abilities in a high-pressure environment Full UK driving licence Computer literate Able to obtain UK Security Clearance up to SC UK or Swedish citizenship Desirable: Qualified to a minimum of ONC/HNC level or equivalent in a technical area Multi-skilled electrical bias Previous military experience is highly desired to support the initial fielding of the systems with customers. Teaching/ instructional experience, including in practical scenarios, on military systems. Be a motivated and critical-thinking individual Be capable of working independently and managing their own workload Have excellent interpersonal skills Be comfortable in a complex customer-facing environment Thrive in big groups and maintain a large professional network Be perceptive, flexible, and act with integrity, always keeping Saab's best interests in mind Have a genuine interest in technology and the ability to adapt styles to suit a varied audience As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Saab UK Fareham, Hampshire
20/04/2026
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: Following planned expansion, Saab is looking to recruit a customer-focused field support technician responsible for the service, installation, repair, and general maintenance of the Giraffe 1X multi-mission radar, as well as other radars in Saab's portfolio. This is an important role, and will require building relationships with the in-country operators, as well as with Saab Engineering Teams. In this position, you will work with a range of technologies including radar systems, software loading/programming, high-power components (AC and DC), electronics, hydraulics, cooling systems, and interfaces with both Saab and other Command and Control systems. The ability and willingness to travel, including internationally and to areas of very high risk will be essential for this role. The successful candidate will have the potential to progress within the business; they will also benefit from continuous training across the different sectors of the business and sensors. Key Responsibilities: Support customers on-site, both domestically and internationally in field and operational environments to enable initial radar system fielding; this includes conducting planned and preventative maintenance. Additional tasks will include manning customer support desks, training end users, and assisting with production at the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Support to trials, exercises, deployments globally in support of military operations, and other company market growth initiatives. System integration and verification, and support to configuration management. Reporting and administering the running of projects and training events as required Qualifications and Experience: Essential: The ability to understand complex systems of systems - ideally this would be extensive knowledge of either a radar, electronic warfare, command and control, or sophisticated military electronic systems. A willingness to deploy at short notice to areas of very high risk. Ability to meet the physical requirements of, and pass the medical examinations associated with, Deployment Ready Training. Experience in a technical customer-facing environment demonstrating fault-finding and problem-solving abilities in a high-pressure environment Full UK driving licence Computer literate Able to obtain UK Security Clearance up to SC UK or Swedish citizenship Desirable: Qualified to a minimum of ONC/HNC level or equivalent in a technical area Multi-skilled electrical bias Previous military experience is highly desired to support the initial fielding of the systems with customers. Teaching/ instructional experience, including in practical scenarios, on military systems. Be a motivated and critical-thinking individual Be capable of working independently and managing their own workload Have excellent interpersonal skills Be comfortable in a complex customer-facing environment Thrive in big groups and maintain a large professional network Be perceptive, flexible, and act with integrity, always keeping Saab's best interests in mind Have a genuine interest in technology and the ability to adapt styles to suit a varied audience As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
Saab UK Fareham, Hampshire
17/04/2026
Full time
Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: To design and implement application and software solutions for underwater robotics applications in line with Saab Seaeye's business needs through innovation, creativity and professionalism. You will be tasked with designing and developing software for the next generation of underwater vehicles as well as supporting and developing on existing codebase and products. Qualifications and Skills: A Degree in a relevant Engineering Discipline or Software Engineering Qualification with industry experience Extensive experience with C++ is a must. Familiarity in development of control software Solid understanding of software design and architecture Backend server design/structure Familiar with Standard Web Technologies Exposure to front end - Able to construct functional web pages Software skills in Javascript, Python, XML, JSON, HTML or CSS on both Windows and Linux. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.