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Electronic Manufacturing Test Engineer Undergraduate Placement 2026
MBDA
14/12/2025
Full time
Electronic Manufacturing Test Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2026 Join the MBDA team and become a key player in ensuring our top-notch manufacturing standards! As a Test Engineer, you'll collaborate with expert engineers across the UK, working on a range of cutting-edge technologies including electronics, optics, and RF. Your hands-on approach, combined with office-based technical work, will see you play a pivotal role in maintaining MBDA's excellence. From drafting drawings to introducing new equipment, process improvements are at the heart of what you'll do, all while contributing to the successful testing and programming of complex systems. Salary: £23,495 Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you 1 year placement: starting September 2026, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies Company bonus: based on company performance and will vary year to year Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Healthcare Cash Plan: provides support with everyday health related costs - including medical, dental, optical, physio and health & wellbeing Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday Flexi Leave: up to 15 additional days Facilities: fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) The opportunity Manufacturing Test Engineering is part of the Operations Directorate in MBDA. We have engineers deployed across three of our UK sites supporting the manufacturing process throughout the whole build cycle from sub-systems to the final product for launch platforms and weapon systems. We support the testing and programming of systems, from circuit cards through to missiles; working with varied technologies including, but not limited to, electronics, mechatronics, optics and RF. Within Manufacturing Test Engineering you'll be working within a team of Engineers who have varied experiences and expertise, who work together to support a set of equipment. You'll have the opportunity to learn from these Engineers throughout your scheme as you participate in two, five month placements. Test Engineers work closely with several collaborative functions such as Product Design, Test Equipment Design, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Assurance to support our key customer, Manufacturing Operations. Daily activities for a Test Engineer vary from working hands on with the product on the shop floor and in the lab, to working in the office on technical documentation and drawings. Your regular activities could include: Assisting in diagnosing and fault finding non-conforming products or equipment Authoring instructions and/or specifications Drafting and publishing drawing packs Analysing test and production related data Assisting in introducing new products and equipment into Manufacturing Process improvements What we're looking for from you Working towards a degree in Engineering degree (incl. General, Mechanical, Manufacturing/Production, Aeronautical/Aerospace, Civil, Electrical/Electronic and Software) or Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics, Computing or Applied Science. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. JBRP1_UKTJ
Quality Assurance Engineer - Mechanical Engineering
MBDA Stevenage, Hertfordshire
14/12/2025
Full time
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Product Assurance Engineering professional to join the Product Assurance Equipment Engineering team supporting a variety of Mechanical & Electro-Mechanical Equipment's whilst driving process improvement. Salary: Circa £45,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week average on-site due to workload classification. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: This opportunity provides the chance to play a pivotal role within an established Product Assurance (PA) team embedded within Mechanical Engineering (ME) with the aim of ensuring all core PA activities are met by leading key process improvement projects and facilitating process governance whilst closely working with major project Product Assurance Managers across the business supporting equipment development, preventing/minimising product non-conformance & ensuring smooth Equipment delivery increasing Customer satisfaction. Lead, facilitate and influence ME process set governance ensuring correct process ownership, awareness and adherence it maintained and robustly reviewed. Support & facilitate key process improvement & lessons learnt activities within ME. Support ME development equipment projects ensuring compliance to Mechanical & Electronic Engineering BMS procedures. Ensure product life cycle reviews are planned, carried out and actions managed appropriately. Manage product non-conformance and facilitate implementation of non-conformance process. Support design and manufacturing defect investigations. Provide non-conformance data analysis and summary reports into major equipment and senior management reviews. Proactively identify, communicate and mitigate quality risks and issues for in house equipment's with the aim of reducing risk. Carry out local flash audits for process adherence surveillance and continuous process improvement. Plan and facilitate quality focused micro training to increase quality process awareness. What we're looking for from you: Ideally minimum HNC/HND in Engineering would be desirable Experienced quality professionals, preferably within Mechanical or Electronic Engineering with a proven track record in Product Assurance. Practitioner of current QA problem solving and improvement methods (8D, RCA, DMAIC, etc.) Good knowledge of the product lifecycle - specifically in development Strong analytical skills; ability to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM system, and document management tools Continuous improvement awareness and ability to use own initiative to deliver improvements Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. JBRP1_UKTJ
C++ Software Developer
Softweb Resourcing City, Manchester
12/12/2025
Full time
Ever wanted to work on software that protects hundreds of thousands of machines worldwide - and actually own the code you write? We're looking for a mid-level C++ Software Engineer to join our small, agile team working on mission-critical cyber security software. This isn't just another dev role - you'll have real ownership, from design through to production, working on complex problems that matter to enterprise customers globally. What you'll be doing: Building and enhancing core features in modern C++ (C+), primarily on Windows with growing Linux opportunities Designing high-quality APIs in multithreaded environments Taking ownership of substantial code segments with minimal hand-holding Delivering customer-focused solutions at pace - this is a fast-moving tea What we need from you: Good commercial C+/14/17 experience on Windows / Visual Studio A track record of writing clean code and multi-threading The ability to work independently and take initiative Understanding of JavaScript, TypeScript or Angular code is a nice to have (although they have a dedicated UI JavaScript team) What's in it for you? £40,000 £50,000 (Depending on experience) 9% employer-only pension contribution Flexible benefits package including life assurance Hybrid working 3 days in Manchester office Make a genuine technical impact in a small team with rapid release cycles Location: Manchester central (hybrid) Start: ASAP/New Year The process: CV review technical take-home challenge in-person interview Sound interesting? If you're a C++ Software Developer who values autonomy, technical challenge, and seeing your work make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Principal Engineer - Product Safety
BAE Systems
12/12/2025
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Product Safety Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience What you'll be doing: Develop, implement and maintain the Project Safety Management System within a Systems Engineering framework Produce and manage Project Safety Management Plans & Justification Plans Lead Whole Boat Product Safety hazard and risk identification, management and assessment activities, including modern analysis techniques such as STAMP & STPA Influence the construction and delivery of the Project Safety Case including Safety Case reports throughout the projects lifecycle Complete peer reviews, checking, verification and assurance tasks to demonstrate the adequacy and robustness of the Safety Case and supporting documentation Oversee and peer review junior rules in the Product Safety team Understand the application of wider Safety Case, Quality and HS&E Management System documentation Your skills and experiences: Essential: Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) Degree or equivalent qualification Awareness of the challenges posed by the environment that the product will be exposed to Experience in delivery of traditional safety analysis techniques such FMEA, HAZOP, FTA etc. Experience in compilation and delivery Safety Case Reports and other supporting safety documentation e.g. plans, process, requirements etc. Experience of development and working within a Projects Safety Management System Ability to interpret technical data and produce clear, logical and robust safety arguments Desirable: Professional Chartership or working towards Demonstrable knowledge of design, manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing submarines lifecycle phases. Experience of modern safety analysis techniques such as STAMP, STPA, FRAM etc. Experience and knowledge of System Engineering International Standards and application in safety engineering context Previous experience of leading appropriate meetings and Working Groups Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team: As the Principal Product Safety & Environmental Engineer, you will also be responsible for the development and maintenance of the Project Product Safety Management System and Product Safety Cases for the SSNA project and be able to resolve & guide others in solving complex project-related issues/ conflicts across disciplines from a Product Safety perspective. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Lead Software Engineer
Cambridge University Press & Assessment Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
12/12/2025
Full time
Job Title: Lead Software Engineer Salary: £73,000 - £80,000 GBP Location: Cambridge, UK Contract: Permanent, Full time 35 hours per week. Join our team at Cambridge University Press & Assessment and utilise your skills to make a real difference! As a full-stack web developer, you'll be adept and thrive in creating cutting-edge eLearning solutions with Typescript and ReactJS. Collaborate with a talented team of professionals to develop software that fits the unique business demands. By contributing to our platforms, you'll elevate our customers' experiences in meaningful ways. Take the opportunity to mentor up to two software engineers, nurturing their growth while propelling your own career forward within this organisation and innovate. We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. About the role Proactively lead solutions and contribute to architectural principles, best practices and guidance within the English Engineering team. Actively develop and maintain complex, feature-rich web services and applications with different technologies but primarily Typescript. Design and develop solutions that maximize the use of our Amazon AWS partner agreement. Participate and lead paired programming activities. Engage, participate and lead in the code review process with a focus to ensure the highest quality of code is produced. Demonstrate agile development practices. Closely work within a cross-functional team including design, UX, Architects, Developers, QA, Product owners and Business stakeholders. Ensure all software produced is robust by contributing to a testing strategy. Participate as a lead member in the requirements gathering process focusing on technical requirements and generating requirements from a product vision. Advise and collaborate with other Lead Software Engineers and Engineering management to help develop and maintain our data products. About you 7+ years' or relative experience in full-stack development. JavaScript/Typescript is preferred but Python and Java are also desirable. A strong understanding of coding best practices, frameworks, code architecture, object orientation and new arising technologies. Experience in Agile development teams whether it be Scrum, Scrumban, Kanban or a scaled agile frameworks. Proactive and ability to think flexibly and quickly. Ability to research and learn new technologies and understand technical specifications. Natural problem solver. Good team player, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to stay open-minded, listen and learn from feedback across the business to enable continuous improvement and engineering excellence. If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. Rewards and benefits We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package , featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance Discretionary annual bonus Group personal pension scheme Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary Green travel schemes We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability. Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now. We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 31st January. Interviews will take place during the campaign and it will be closed then successful person is met in this time. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the gov.uk website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for. Why join us Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background. We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities. Documents Job Description - Lead Software Engineer - UK.pdf (115.86 KB)
Principal Systems Engineer
Ultra Cyber Limited
11/12/2025
Full time
Cyber Business Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide. Job Description To be responsible for and assure the implementation of ISO 15288 processes and practices across the Systems Engineering life cycle, for projects within Ultra Cyber. The Systems discipline is fundamental in defining and supporting our multi-discipline teams in the implementing a Systems Engineering approach, where the Systems discipline both enables and assures (add quality & value) the realisation of the stakeholder requirements, the production the required products and demonstrates compliance to the satisfaction of our customers. Responsible for / Key responsibilities Represents the Systems discipline as a senior member/leads SE for the totality of the Systems assigned work packages and tasking to deliver obligations and commitments on time and budget. Supports the Engineering Project Lead (EPL) in delivering the engineering obligations of a project, to the agreed plans, budget and schedule. Accepts and delivers delegates leadership responsibilities applicable to the Systems assigned work packages and assurance tasks. Is responsible for all aspects of the development of technical solutions to large and complex engineering problems, following Systems Engineering processes, to ensure customer requirements are satisfied. Develop Systems Engineering artefacts, as required, across the product development lifecycle, to result in a positive project outcome. Responsible for the contributing towards the design, development and delivery of the Systems Engineering artefacts for one or more projects to ensure high quality deliverables. Provide technical direction and exert technical influence across numerous project work packages, or projects, such that the optimal approach, architecture, design, and implementation are selected. Work closely with the system, hardware, firmware and software architects to ensure consistency, design for modularity and re-use, and technical excellence. Plan, co-ordinate and present at internal and external design reviews, to senior management and customers, to ensure a successful event. Lead, manages and reports on defined aspects of the project to achieve optimal balance between requirements, schedule and cost. Manage customers and external suppliers to ensure compliance with agreed processes and achievement of project objectives. Ensure and review technical proposals, and provide accurate estimates for the associated effort, costs and risks, for bids and proposals, leading to contract awards. Work closely with other discipline lead/s, project management and engineering project leads to create proposals that drive down project costs and increase margin. Estimate time and effort required for systems activities and deliver to these time and effort estimates to ensure cost and schedule adherence. Reviews and signs off significant technical documents; frequently supports chairs in technical reviews for significant deliverables. Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual to ensure compliance with Government regulations. As required supports recruitment, early careers development and STEM engagement. Leads others, in Systems and outside, to develop greater awareness and implementation of a systems approach and practices. Develop to achieve a specific Subject Matter Expertise, recognised as the company expert, in a specific subject matter, such as a specific practice, tools, product type or technical area. Accepts Line Management duties, proactively leading and coaching reports, aid the creation of development plans and manages their execution, whilst measuring and supporting continuous improvement in others. Qualifications / skills required Essential: Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have suitable Defence/Aerospace industry experience. Significant experience and a full understanding of Systems Engineering, the V lifecycle, various development models and associated processes. Significant experience of developing high quality requirements and establishing a fully compliant systems design. Demonstrable experience in implementing the full Systems Engineering lifecycle as per the applicable ISO/IEEE/IEC standards Technical and Line management experience of a team of systems engineers Substantial knowledge of System Engineering practices, methodologies, processes, techniques and technology trends. Experience of DOORS, UML, Enterprise Architect and SysML. Previous experience of hands-on development of either hardware, software or firmware development, particularly in an embedded environment. Desirable: INCOSE recognition ASEP or CSEP NCSC security processes and familiar with deliver of associated security artefacts. Role requirements Has attained SC clearance Clean driving license and able to travel within UK Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance.
Technical Architect
RCRTR Gorseinon, Swansea
10/12/2025
Contractor
Immediate Start Hybrid Working required - 2 days a week onsite Role Purpose The Technical Architect will provide end-to-end technical leadership across design, architecture, and delivery of modern cloud-based systems. The role focuses on AWS cloud architecture, Java-based services, API-led design, microservices patterns, and schema-driven approaches to ensure high-quality, scalable, resilient digital services. You will work closely with engineering teams, product owners, and delivery leads to define technical direction, set standards, and ensure solutions are secure, maintainable, and aligned to organisational goals. Key Responsibilities Technical Architecture & Solution Design Design end-to-end architectures for cloud-native services built on AWS. Define and document high-level and detailed designs, architectural patterns, and technical specifications. Architect Java-based services using frameworks such as Spring / Spring Boot. Create robust, well-governed API architectures (RESTful, event-driven, synchronous/asynchronous). Lead the design of distributed microservices, ensuring scalability, resilience, observability, and maintainability. Apply schema-driven design principles (e.g., JSON Schema, OpenAPI, AsyncAPI) to ensure consistent and reusable domain models. Cloud & Platform Engineering (AWS) Select and integrate AWS services (EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, ECS/EKS, etc.) based on architectural requirements. Ensure cloud solutions meet organisational standards for cost, performance, security, and operational readiness. Promote Infrastructure-as-Code practices using Terraform / CloudFormation. Guide adoption of serverless and container-based patterns where appropriate. Leadership & Technical Governance Provide technical leadership to engineers, developers, DevOps, and platform teams. Lead architecture reviews, design assurance, and technical direction across multiple teams or projects. Define and maintain engineering and architectural standards, patterns, and best practices. Conduct option evaluations, risk assessments, and make informed technology recommendations. API, Integration & Data Modelling Design API ecosystems including versioning, discovery, governance, throttling, and security. Define schemas, data contracts, and integration patterns for internal and external systems. Promote consistent schema models across teams to enable loose coupling and robust interoperability. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with product managers, delivery managers, business analysts, and engineering leads to translate requirements into technical designs. Communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Act as a key point of contact for architectural decision-making. Security, Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure secure-by-design principles across all solutions. Support threat modelling, risk assessments, and compliance with security and data protection requirements. Drive non-functional requirement definition (performance, scalability, availability, resilience). Support test strategy and quality engineering practices. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience as a Technical Architect, Solutions Architect, or Senior Engineer with architecture responsibilities. Proven track record designing cloud-based applications on AWS. Strong hands-on background in Java, Spring Boot , and JVM-based service architectures. Deep experience with APIs (REST, event-driven, messaging), microservices, and distributed system design. Strong understanding of schema-driven design , using tools such as JSON Schema, OpenAPI, or AsyncAPI. Solid understanding of cloud security, identity and access management, and operational best practices. Experience working with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation). Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence technical decisions. Desirable Skills AWS certification (Architect Associate / Professional). Experience with API Gateway, Lambda, DynamoDB, or Kubernetes-based workloads. Experience with event-driven architecture (SNS/SQS, Kinesis, Kafka). Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps tooling, and automated delivery. Experience with containerisation (Docker, ECS/EKS). Familiarity with architectural frameworks (C4 model, ArchiMate, TOGAF). Knowledge of observability tooling (CloudWatch, ELK, Grafana, OpenTelemetry).
Director / Head of SOC - Greenfield SOC (Gov.)
GCS
10/12/2025
Contractor
Director / Head of Security Operations (Greenfield SOC Build - Central Government) Contract: 2+ Years Location: UK Hybrid / Remote Clearance: SC Desirable Sector: Central Government / Cyber Security Leadership Position Overview This appointment represents a rare opportunity to lead the establishment of a new, world-class Security Operations capability for a major central government organisation. The Director / Head of Security Operations will take ownership of defining the vision, shaping the security operating environment, and leading the implementation of a fully modernised SOC that underpins high-assurance digital services at national scale. Rather than inheriting an existing function, the successful candidate will design and build the SOC from the ground up-setting strategic direction, selecting and integrating technologies, forming specialist teams, and embedding a proactive, intelligence-led security culture. This role requires a senior cyber leader who has successfully created or transformed SOC environments in government or other highly regulated sectors and who is comfortable operating at the intersection of strategy, architecture, and operational delivery. Core Areas of Accountability 1. Strategic Leadership and SOC Direction Establish the long-term vision, purpose, and operating construct for a modern, scalable SOC capable of supporting sensitive, high-volume government digital services. Set out the capability roadmap, defining service layers, command structure, resourcing needs, and maturity targets. Produce a SOC blueprint that supports reuse, standardisation, and extensibility across wider government environments. 2. Creation of the SOC Capability Build out the full operational capability, including monitoring, detection engineering, cyber analytics, threat intelligence, forensics, and incident response. Lead the selection, integration, and alignment of tools, platforms, and cloud-native services into a unified security ecosystem. Embed automation-first and AI-enhanced approaches to uplift detection, response speed, and operational resilience. 3. Security Governance, Assurance and Risk Ownership Provide authoritative leadership across cyber risk, operational assurance, investigative processes, and security governance frameworks. Ensure the SOC supports stringent data protection, identity management, and access control requirements, including PIM/PAM. Develop coherent processes for resilience, escalation, containment, and recovery across critical services. 4. Supplier, SME and Ecosystem Coordination Direct a blended model of internal teams, external partners, SMEs, and specialist consultancies. Hold delivery partners to account for performance, quality, and alignment with the SOC strategy. Oversee the technical and commercial evolution of services delivered under multi-year Statements of Work. 5. Stakeholder Influence and Organisational Alignment Act as the senior cyber representative for the programme, engaging Directors, C-level leaders, digital delivery groups, architects, and operational teams. Shape security behaviours, embed best practice, and develop a culture of proactive defence across the organisation. Support wider transformation initiatives by advising on security patterns, architectural direction, and investment priorities. Required Background and Expertise Leadership experience as Head of SOC, SOC Director, or senior cyber operations leader within central government or a high-assurance regulated environment. Proven track record of building SOC capabilities from scratch, including technology architecture, operating models, and service frameworks. Deep knowledge of SOC functions, cloud-native defence approaches, security engineering practices, and modern detection and response architectures. Strong understanding of identity security, privileged access, data protection controls, and secure-by-design principles. Experience governing multi-supplier environments and leading multidisciplinary cyber teams. Strong familiarity with cloud platforms (including Azure, AWS and multi-cloud), automation tooling, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub, and security-focused scripting such as Python or JavaScript. Desirable Attributes Experience contributing to or defining AI-related security strategies, including risk assessment and regulatory interpretation. Background developing reusable or exemplar operating models that can scale across multiple business units or departments. Ability to thrive in an environment undergoing significant modernisation and organisational change. If interested, please apply and I will be in touch to set up a confidential conversation later today. GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Technical Product Manager
Shorterm Group Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
10/12/2025
Full time
Senior Technical Product Manager - SC Clearance REQUIRED Cheltenham - Hybrid, 3 days on-site 70,000 - 87,000 + competitive benefits About the Role We are currently hiring for a Senior Technical Product Manager which will play a critical role in leading next generation solutions within the Defence & Aerospace Industry. Position Overview As the Senior Technical Product Manager you'd be responsible for advancing the next generation of MES/QMS solutions within Defence & Security avionics and power systems. You will work in close partnership with product managers, technical anchors, product owners, and engineering teams to define strategic direction, shape product development roadmaps, and ensure seamless delivery. The aim is to transform complex requirements into actionable plans, guide development teams, balance stakeholder needs, and champion the delivery of high-value, high-quality product increments. Key Responsibilities - Apply deep product and industry expertise to help the organisation maintain competitive advantage. - Engage with customers and stakeholders to gather VOC insights, refine requirements, and collect feedback. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver major features and complex product capabilities. - Use expert understanding of the technology stack to influence product decisions and assess technical impact. - Partner closely with UX, Architecture, and Engineering on critical design and development decisions. - Conduct interviews, develop personas, and translate insights into product direction. - Use persuasive communication to ensure alignment across customer, engineering, and product teams. - Own release planning, sprint backlogs, and near-term roadmaps for MVPs and quarterly milestones. - Prioritise backlog items continuously based on validated customer needs and business value. - Decompose complex problems and navigate ambiguous requirements with clarity and structure. - Engage frequently with development teams: clarify stories, validate functionality, support testing, and facilitate decisions. - Translate unstructured requests into actionable user stories and technical work units. - Support strong development processes through partnership with technical leadership. - Mentor junior TPMs and provide technical leadership across the organisation. - Act as a subject-matter expert in Agile methodology and coach others in best practices. Desired Skills & Expertise - Strong understanding of software design principles and coding fundamentals. - Experience working in an Agile environment. - Knowledge of APIs, data transfer mechanisms, scalability, security, caching, and modern software architectures. - Ability to assess diverse implementation options and their trade-offs. - Proactive in exploring alternative technologies and innovative problem-solving approaches. - Skilled at decomposing complex problems and documenting clear problem statements. - Ability to evaluate the technical and business impact of technology decisions. - Excellent stakeholder negotiation skills, balancing competing priorities with clarity. - Awareness of competitive landscape and current technologies to guide buy-vs-build decisions and MVP scoping. Security Requirements This position requires UK National Security Vetting at Security Check (SC) level, which must be obtained and maintained throughout employment. This applies to all individuals working in or for highly regulated UK defence environments, including remote roles. Total Rewards & Benefits - Non-contributory pension - Life assurance - Group income protection - Private medical cover - Holiday allowance equivalent to 26 days, with options to buy or sell - Flexible working arrangements where possible, supporting work-life balance Join Us If you're ready to define the future of aerospace technology, drive meaningful innovation, and lead high-impact product development in a secure, mission-critical environment, we'd love to hear from you.
UX / UI Design Specialist (BI, Power BI)
itecopeople
09/12/2025
Full time
Senior BI Analyst (with UX/UI Expertise) London Hybrid (3 days onsite) 51,500 rising to 57,300 after 6 months + excellent benefits 1-year FTC (possible extension) Are you a UX/UI-focused BI professional who loves transforming complex data into intuitive, meaningful user experiences? We're recruiting on behalf of a long-standing London client with a strong social purpose. In this role, you'll blend 60% UX/UI design with 40% BI analytics, shaping how the organisation uses data to drive insight, efficiency, and innovation. Please note: Ideally, we are looking for a UX/UI design specialist. It's fine if your Power BI or broader BI journey is still developing, provided your UX capability is strong. The Role. You will lead the design, development, and optimisation of BI solutions, dashboards, and data products that support effective decision-making across the organisation. Your work will combine human-centred design with solid analytical capability. Key responsibilities include: Leading user-centred design for Power BI dashboards and data visualisations. Conducting UX research, evaluation, and user testing to ensure intuitive and accessible interfaces. Creating wireframes and prototypes (e.g., Axure RP) and refining them through iteration. Translating complex stakeholder requirements into ethical, privacy-aware BI solutions. Developing BI products using Power BI and Azure data services. Data modelling, cleansing, transformation, and building scalable BI prototypes. Collaborating with data engineers and business users to deliver reliable, effective data products. Mentoring junior analysts on UX/UI and visualisation best practice. Supporting the wider analytics roadmap and promoting strong data quality and governance. About You You'll bring creativity, curiosity, and a commitment to great user experience. Above all, you are passionate about designing data products that genuinely help people make better decisions. Essential skills: Strong UX/UI design capability (preferred over depth in Power BI). Experience developing BI solutions (Power BI + Azure). Data modelling, cleansing, and transformation skills. Ability to work collaboratively and translate business needs into BI outputs. Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git) and good documentation standards. Excellent communication skills and ability to mentor others. Understanding of data ethics, privacy, and user experience principles. Pragmatic approach with a focus on delivering value. Benefits Excellent annual leave allowance/ Generous pension scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay / Health cash plan Retail, gym & entertainment discounts Interest-free loans (season ticket, tenancy deposit, training) Cycle to Work scheme / Life Assurance (4x salary) About the Organisation. One of London's largest housing associations, they provide affordable homes for over 170,000 residents. With more than 60,000 homes and thousands more in development, they play a vital role in creating thriving communities. They are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident Employer, and are committed to inclusion and equal opportunity. To apply, please send your CV to Laura at (url removed) Services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
Quality Engineer (Apple)
Experis
09/12/2025
Contractor
Job Title: Quality Engineer (Apple) Location: London (Onsite 1-2 days every two weeks) Clearance Required: BPSS Contract Duration: 12th Jan 2026 - 07 April 2026 Job Description We are seeking a skilled Quality Engineer to join our team, supporting software quality assurance activities for Apple-related projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining test processes to ensure high-quality software delivery. Key Responsibilities Test Design & Planning Create, maintain, and update comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on software and functional requirements. Collaborate with product owners, developers, and business analysts to understand acceptance criteria and ensure complete test coverage. Testing Execution Perform both manual and automated testing across multiple platforms and environments. Identify, investigate, and document bugs, defects, and inconsistencies in software behaviour. Defect Management Log and manage defects using industry-standard issue-tracking tools. Communicate clearly with development teams to ensure defects are understood, prioritised, and resolved efficiently. Validation & Regression Re-test resolved defects to confirm successful fixes. Conduct regression testing to ensure new changes do not negatively impact existing functionality. Quality Assurance & Standards Ensure all software meets defined quality standards, user requirements, and organisational expectations prior to release. Participate in continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and methodologies Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Quality Engineer, QA Tester, or similar role. Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, processes, and best practices. Experience with manual and automated testing tools. Familiarity with defect-tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps). Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Graduate Firmware Engineer
Rise Technical Recruitment Salisbury, Wiltshire
09/12/2025
Full time
Graduate Firmware Engineer Salisbury - Hybrid 32,500 - 37,500 + Training + Progression + Holiday + Pension This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Embedded Design/Firmware Engineer to join a company that offers great progression channels and is a market leader established over 50 years. This company is an industry leader offering a variety of electronic tools for precise measurement and data recording. They even create custom electronics for unique needs and are known for user-friendly tools, making them a go-to business for environmental monitoring. This wide range of electronic products is then supplied to many sectors, giving them a global reach. In this varied role, you will be responsible for developing firmware applications primarily in C, while undertaking schematic designs and verification, and working with clients to specify and deliver custom projects. Additionally, contributing to company-wide improvement of software applications for existing products and ensuring all products are designed and documented in accordance with the company quality system is essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded C firmware development and analog interface design. Experience with communication technologies such as RS232, I2C, etc. is a key skill required to be successful within this role. Additionally, you will be proficient in using IDE tools, in-circuit debuggers, emulators, and laboratory equipment for hardware debugging. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Embedded Design/Firmware Engineer to join a market-leading company in a varied and exciting role. The Role: Firmware Development Schematic Design & Verification Client Project Delivery Quality Assurance & Process Improvement The Person: Proven track record in Embedded C Firmware Development Knowledge of Communication Protocols (RS232, I2C, etc.) Based locally or able to commute to Salisbury No Smoking or Vaping Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom McLaughlin at Rise Technical Recruitment This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.