Contract: Permanent, full-time Location: London (hybrid-working Closing Date: 9 September 2025
About the role
As an IT Application Support Engineer, you will be responsible for providing application support to Trinity users on a range of digital systems both internally developed, and SaaS based.
Working with 3rd parties you will ensure all applications work optimally, interfaces between systems are robust, user issues can be resolved quickly and small value add changes can be coordinated and delivered.
You will also engage in reactive support for break fix incidents escalated from the service desk and completing service requests. You will also participate in projects which underpin the Trinity range of customer products and operating processes
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Provide application support for internally developed Trinity systems
Provide internal support for SaaS applications
Provide application support for legacy systems and websites
Work with 3rd party development teams to develop and support systems
Manage support for technical interfaces between systems to ensure constant uptime.
Continually work with the IT Projects team to grow as much knowledge of these applications as possible to be able to diagnose and resolve common issues.
Build knowledge of the intranet system to be able to support technical issues
Meet regularly with key user stakeholders, developing good relationships, to ensure IT service meets their needs.
About you
Experience of working with SDLC (software development life cycle)
Demonstration of technical problem diagnosis and troubleshooting
Experience with workflow management
Understanding of database technology
Team player, with demonstrable ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
Our benefits
Trinity provides a work environment that is stimulating, inspiring and fair. Our approach to reward values our employees while ensuring each person’s contribution makes us great as an organisation. As an employee, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits here at Trinity.
Our commitment
Trinity is open to all applicants from different backgrounds and we are committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workplace. All applications are dealt with in the strictest of confidence.
We actively encourages applications from candidates of all abilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are dedicated to creating a workplace that is accessible, supportive, and welcoming for individuals with different abilities. We will make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neuro-diverse.
Trinity promotes and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. In line with the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974), we select all candidates for interview based on their competencies, qualifications and knowledge.
To learn more about our DEI commitment as an equal opportunities employer, please visit our Equality, diversity and inclusion page.
How to Apply
To apply, please follow the Apply for This Job link on this page and you will be directed to the Trinity College London application page. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of interest so please do not delay if interested.
Trinity College London does not hold a job visa sponsorship licence and so is not in a position to sponsor visas in the UK.
All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Upon successful appointment into the role, you will be required to complete our vetting procedures as with all Trinity College London employees. This is carried out by a 3rd party supplier and our standard background checks consist of Right to Work in the UK, Identity Check, Employment History check, Financial Probity Check, Highest Academic Qualifications Check and a basic DBS check.
Trinity College London will collect and use your personal information for our recruitment process in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice . Trinity College London will hold candidate data on file for no more than six months from application submission. If you want your information to be removed earlier, please contact us directly. If we want to hold your information beyond the six months, we will contact you to get your consent.
Our data protection policy can be viewed in full here .
18/08/2025
Full time
Contract: Permanent, full-time Location: London (hybrid-working Closing Date: 9 September 2025
About the role
As an IT Application Support Engineer, you will be responsible for providing application support to Trinity users on a range of digital systems both internally developed, and SaaS based.
Working with 3rd parties you will ensure all applications work optimally, interfaces between systems are robust, user issues can be resolved quickly and small value add changes can be coordinated and delivered.
You will also engage in reactive support for break fix incidents escalated from the service desk and completing service requests. You will also participate in projects which underpin the Trinity range of customer products and operating processes
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Provide application support for internally developed Trinity systems
Provide internal support for SaaS applications
Provide application support for legacy systems and websites
Work with 3rd party development teams to develop and support systems
Manage support for technical interfaces between systems to ensure constant uptime.
Continually work with the IT Projects team to grow as much knowledge of these applications as possible to be able to diagnose and resolve common issues.
Build knowledge of the intranet system to be able to support technical issues
Meet regularly with key user stakeholders, developing good relationships, to ensure IT service meets their needs.
About you
Experience of working with SDLC (software development life cycle)
Demonstration of technical problem diagnosis and troubleshooting
Experience with workflow management
Understanding of database technology
Team player, with demonstrable ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
Our benefits
Trinity provides a work environment that is stimulating, inspiring and fair. Our approach to reward values our employees while ensuring each person’s contribution makes us great as an organisation. As an employee, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits here at Trinity.
Our commitment
Trinity is open to all applicants from different backgrounds and we are committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workplace. All applications are dealt with in the strictest of confidence.
We actively encourages applications from candidates of all abilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we are dedicated to creating a workplace that is accessible, supportive, and welcoming for individuals with different abilities. We will make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neuro-diverse.
Trinity promotes and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. In line with the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974), we select all candidates for interview based on their competencies, qualifications and knowledge.
To learn more about our DEI commitment as an equal opportunities employer, please visit our Equality, diversity and inclusion page.
How to Apply
To apply, please follow the Apply for This Job link on this page and you will be directed to the Trinity College London application page. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of interest so please do not delay if interested.
Trinity College London does not hold a job visa sponsorship licence and so is not in a position to sponsor visas in the UK.
All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Upon successful appointment into the role, you will be required to complete our vetting procedures as with all Trinity College London employees. This is carried out by a 3rd party supplier and our standard background checks consist of Right to Work in the UK, Identity Check, Employment History check, Financial Probity Check, Highest Academic Qualifications Check and a basic DBS check.
Trinity College London will collect and use your personal information for our recruitment process in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice . Trinity College London will hold candidate data on file for no more than six months from application submission. If you want your information to be removed earlier, please contact us directly. If we want to hold your information beyond the six months, we will contact you to get your consent.
Our data protection policy can be viewed in full here .
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial)
Grade: G7; Salary Range: £32,654 - £37,035 pa#
Full time, permanent
Walsall
Ref: RT01125
We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure.
As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will:
Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings.
Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems.
Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls.
Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents
Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology.
Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology.
What we are about
We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats. These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery.
By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team.
For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you.
You will receive a salary in the range of £32,654 - £37,035 per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance.
Closing date for applications: 20 June 2025.
For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities. A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only).
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.
Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.
About Us
Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent. That's why - as well as a satisfying and rewarding job - we offer a range of attractive benefits. Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development.
We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that's you, we're waiting for your application.
Living in Walsall
Part of the Black Country, famous for its enterprising and industrial past, Walsall is reinventing itself to become a progressive modern community. The borough is centred around the major town of Walsall, but also includes five smaller and distinctive district centres (Bloxwich, Aldridge, Willenhall, Darlaston and Brownhills), together with numerous villages.
Walsall Council is committed to Safer Recruitment
To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.
Social Work Matters - Children's Social Worker Recruitment
Some of our children require a special kind of support: yours. Visit our microsite to find out more about joining Walsall Council as a Children's Social Worker.
04/06/2025
Full time
DaTS - Applications Support & Development Officer (Geospatial)
Grade: G7; Salary Range: £32,654 - £37,035 pa#
Full time, permanent
Walsall
Ref: RT01125
We are seeking a skilled Applications Support and Development Officer (Geospatial) – to join our team and help us design, develop, and maintain our geospatial data infrastructure.
As a key member of the Geospatial Team, you will:
Help the council to exploit the value in our GIS data holdings.
Undertake significant projects which improve and combine data from back office and customer-facing systems.
Make sure our data, and data shared by others is of the highest quality, highly available, usable, and shareable by rigorous standard setting and quality controls.
Work with other members of the GIS team and the wider Council GIS community, to deliver geospatial analysis, support workflows in our corporate geospatial products and services, delivering continuous insight and value to our staff and residents
Utilise the best of modern GIS and data technology platforms, including ongoing investigation and research into emerging technology.
Support the Geospatial platforms of Walsall Council with skills associated with Software Development and Information Technology.
What we are about
We lead and support the creation of business data, manage the GIS architecture to ensure we provide, clean, reliable and reusable GIS data formats. These in turn can then be aggregated to combine and enhance data from a variety of systems, creating data sets to drive insights and opportunities to improve performance, aid operational services, CRM and service delivery.
By joining our GIS service, you will be working with a talented, supportive, and friendly team.
For our part we will be committed to your professional development, developing your skills will be as important to us, as it is to you.
You will receive a salary in the range of £32,654 - £37,035 per annum plus generous annual leave and flexitime leave allowance.
Closing date for applications: 20 June 2025.
For this role the successful candidates must undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. BPSS is the minimum standard to ensure the identity and integrity of an employee who has access to official information using secure networks linking central government and local authorities. A BPSS check involves four main elements; Identity Check, National and Immigration Status, Employment History (last 3 years) and Verification of Criminal Record (unspent convictions only).
This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The postholder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.
Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.
About Us
Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent. That's why - as well as a satisfying and rewarding job - we offer a range of attractive benefits. Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development.
We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that's you, we're waiting for your application.
Living in Walsall
Part of the Black Country, famous for its enterprising and industrial past, Walsall is reinventing itself to become a progressive modern community. The borough is centred around the major town of Walsall, but also includes five smaller and distinctive district centres (Bloxwich, Aldridge, Willenhall, Darlaston and Brownhills), together with numerous villages.
Walsall Council is committed to Safer Recruitment
To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.
Social Work Matters - Children's Social Worker Recruitment
Some of our children require a special kind of support: yours. Visit our microsite to find out more about joining Walsall Council as a Children's Social Worker.
Reigate and Banstead Borough Council
Hybrid, Town Hall Reigate
Systems Support Analyst
Location: Town Hall, Reigate
Salary: £39,183 to £41,925
Contract: Permanent
Working Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week
Can you help us improve the services delivered to our residents and customers? Do you have software development skills, technical ICT experience and enjoy variety? Reigate and Banstead Borough Council are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Systems Support Analyst and it could be the position you are looking for.
Joining the small and friendly Business Improvement Team in ICT, you will help deliver the Council’s ICT and Digital Strategy. You will be able to demonstrate that you are an innovative, supportive, positive and flexible person whilst working on wide variety of interesting business change and application projects.
You will be using your knowledge and experience of digital service platforms, API’s, SQL and SQL Server, ETL software, automation tools, ftp, PowerShell scripting, webservices and PowerBI. This could be:
with the Granicus govService digital platform, creating self-service online forms and processes for our residents and customers, or generating efficiencies and business value for our internal service unit colleagues
integrating diverse back office systems using API’s and webservices
creating and managing existing SQL databases
writing and maintaining PowerBI reports
creating and supporting batch work using scheduled tasks, ftp and PowerShell scripting tools
working with third party software suppliers on upgrade and migration projects
troubleshoot third line support calls
You will be a self-starter and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
The Council is also embarking on the journey to become a larger unitary authority in Surrey which will present opportunities for further career development.
Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with generous annual leave, flexible working and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and discounted ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please call Kenton Reader, Technology Services Manager on 01737 276764.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: 16 June 2025
Values and Behaviours Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
See ' Who we are ' as a council, to find out more about us.
Click here to view a Job Summary, Person Specification and Employment Pack.
30/05/2025
Full time
Systems Support Analyst
Location: Town Hall, Reigate
Salary: £39,183 to £41,925
Contract: Permanent
Working Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week
Can you help us improve the services delivered to our residents and customers? Do you have software development skills, technical ICT experience and enjoy variety? Reigate and Banstead Borough Council are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Systems Support Analyst and it could be the position you are looking for.
Joining the small and friendly Business Improvement Team in ICT, you will help deliver the Council’s ICT and Digital Strategy. You will be able to demonstrate that you are an innovative, supportive, positive and flexible person whilst working on wide variety of interesting business change and application projects.
You will be using your knowledge and experience of digital service platforms, API’s, SQL and SQL Server, ETL software, automation tools, ftp, PowerShell scripting, webservices and PowerBI. This could be:
with the Granicus govService digital platform, creating self-service online forms and processes for our residents and customers, or generating efficiencies and business value for our internal service unit colleagues
integrating diverse back office systems using API’s and webservices
creating and managing existing SQL databases
writing and maintaining PowerBI reports
creating and supporting batch work using scheduled tasks, ftp and PowerShell scripting tools
working with third party software suppliers on upgrade and migration projects
troubleshoot third line support calls
You will be a self-starter and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
The Council is also embarking on the journey to become a larger unitary authority in Surrey which will present opportunities for further career development.
Staff Benefits
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm, we will offer support in continuing your personal and career development, in addition to providing a wide range of employment linked benefits.
We provide you with generous annual leave, flexible working and contribute 15% towards the LGPS pension scheme. You will also have access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores, salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme, and discounted ‘Better’ leisure centre membership.
Additional Information
For an informal discussion about the role, please call Kenton Reader, Technology Services Manager on 01737 276764.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, supporting the guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Closing date: 16 June 2025
Values and Behaviours Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change. Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.
See ' Who we are ' as a council, to find out more about us.
Click here to view a Job Summary, Person Specification and Employment Pack.
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).
What you will be doing:
Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
Lead third party risk management processes.
Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
Provide support for internal and external security audits.
Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required.
Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.
What we look for:
Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset.
Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives.
Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).
What you will be doing:
Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
Lead third party risk management processes.
Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
Provide support for internal and external security audits.
Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required.
Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.
What we look for:
Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset.
Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives.
Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters, Ripley, UK
3rd Line ICT Support Engineer
Salary £50,000* per annum - *the salary includes a market supplement (reviewed annually), base pay band Grade F (£36,124 - £40,476).
Based at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters, Butterley Hall, Ripley, Derbyshire.
Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is looking to recruit a 3rd Line ICT Support Engineer to assist in ensuring the IT infrastructure, Systems and Data are fit for purpose, secure, subject to continual improvement, and that our end-users are provided excellent support and customer service.
As a 3rd Line ICT Support Engineer, you will be responsible for providing support for a range of infrastructure technologies, including networking, switches, firewalls, windows servers, end user systems, station end equipment (mobile devices, pagers, alerters), supporting system administrators and troubleshooting issues across the ICT estate.
Known for your customer-focused approach, you will support the Service’s users, assisting in diagnosing and solving issues across our ICT infrastructure, systems and data including physical, virtual and cloud environments.
You will assist the ICT Service Delivery Manager in providing excellent support to business-critical applications, requiring you to possess excellent time management and organisational skills, communications skills, alongside a broad technical knowledge.
You will be able to demonstrate:
Excellent ICT Problem solving in a mission critical environment.
A strong understanding of networking technologies, including switches & firewalls.
A strong understanding of Microsoft Windows operating system technologies.
A strong understanding of virtualised server and desktop provision.
A strong understanding of cloud-based infrastructure.
An excellent all-round ICT support understanding and working as part of a busy technical team.
Can we count on you to deliver a customer-focused service that is consistent, reliable and focused on excellence?
There will be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.
The normal working week is 37 hours, usually worked Monday to Friday, however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours, evenings and weekends as required. The postholder will also be required to provide rota cover on the Recall to Duty Scheme.
In return we offer;
Flexible working hours.
Family friendly policies.
Annual Leave entitlement of 27 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service.
Free, secure on-site car parking.
Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations.
Employee discount scheme (Boost).
Employee support networks.
Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria).
Occupational Sick Pay subject to length of service, increasing up to 6 months’ full & 6 months’ half after 5 years’ service.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
Eligibility to join Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) offering highly beneficial tax advantages.
We are committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities. Under the Disability Confident scheme, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability that meet the essential criteria for the role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect this, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.
Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.
To apply please visit: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/derbyshirefire/Job/JobDetail?JobId=931
The closing date for completed applications is midnight on 20.04.2025 . Interviews will be held in the week commencing 12.05.2025.
For an informal chat regarding the role please contact the ICT Service Delivery Manager Brett Clements on 01773 305344 or email bclements@derbys-fire.gov.uk.
If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.
03/04/2025
Full time
3rd Line ICT Support Engineer
Salary £50,000* per annum - *the salary includes a market supplement (reviewed annually), base pay band Grade F (£36,124 - £40,476).
Based at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters, Butterley Hall, Ripley, Derbyshire.
Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is looking to recruit a 3rd Line ICT Support Engineer to assist in ensuring the IT infrastructure, Systems and Data are fit for purpose, secure, subject to continual improvement, and that our end-users are provided excellent support and customer service.
As a 3rd Line ICT Support Engineer, you will be responsible for providing support for a range of infrastructure technologies, including networking, switches, firewalls, windows servers, end user systems, station end equipment (mobile devices, pagers, alerters), supporting system administrators and troubleshooting issues across the ICT estate.
Known for your customer-focused approach, you will support the Service’s users, assisting in diagnosing and solving issues across our ICT infrastructure, systems and data including physical, virtual and cloud environments.
You will assist the ICT Service Delivery Manager in providing excellent support to business-critical applications, requiring you to possess excellent time management and organisational skills, communications skills, alongside a broad technical knowledge.
You will be able to demonstrate:
Excellent ICT Problem solving in a mission critical environment.
A strong understanding of networking technologies, including switches & firewalls.
A strong understanding of Microsoft Windows operating system technologies.
A strong understanding of virtualised server and desktop provision.
A strong understanding of cloud-based infrastructure.
An excellent all-round ICT support understanding and working as part of a busy technical team.
Can we count on you to deliver a customer-focused service that is consistent, reliable and focused on excellence?
There will be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.
The normal working week is 37 hours, usually worked Monday to Friday, however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours, evenings and weekends as required. The postholder will also be required to provide rota cover on the Recall to Duty Scheme.
In return we offer;
Flexible working hours.
Family friendly policies.
Annual Leave entitlement of 27 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service.
Free, secure on-site car parking.
Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations.
Employee discount scheme (Boost).
Employee support networks.
Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria).
Occupational Sick Pay subject to length of service, increasing up to 6 months’ full & 6 months’ half after 5 years’ service.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
Eligibility to join Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) offering highly beneficial tax advantages.
We are committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities. Under the Disability Confident scheme, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability that meet the essential criteria for the role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect this, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.
Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.
To apply please visit: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/derbyshirefire/Job/JobDetail?JobId=931
The closing date for completed applications is midnight on 20.04.2025 . Interviews will be held in the week commencing 12.05.2025.
For an informal chat regarding the role please contact the ICT Service Delivery Manager Brett Clements on 01773 305344 or email bclements@derbys-fire.gov.uk.
If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.
Why work with Inuvi
At Inuvi, our mission is to foster a work environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the forefront. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and strive to create a culture where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique ideas. Working with us means being part of a dynamic team that is passionate about making a positive impact on our customers and the industry.
Introducing Inuvi’s IT team
At Inuvi, our IT team is dedicated to ensuring the seamless operation and continuous improvement of our systems. The team is responsible for the support, deployment, automation, and maintenance of our infrastructure, ensuring its availability, performance, scalability, and security. Our IT professionals bring a wealth of experience from various backgrounds and work collaboratively with other departments to tackle complex challenges. With a strong focus on innovation and efficiency, the IT team plays a crucial role in driving Inuvi's success and delivering exceptional value to our customers.
What we are looking for
We are looking for an IT Infrastructure Analyst to be responsible for the support, deployment, automation and maintenance of our systems whilst ensuring their availability, performance scalability and security. You must have proven “hands on” experience in a similar role with a good understanding of IT Infrastructure both on premise and in the cloud; which includes a good understanding of DevOps engineering practices. As a small team our roles are broad which will enable your involvement in a range of technologies and projects and foster opportunities for your personal growth.
You must be able to demonstrate real world experience of IT infrastructure both on-premise and in the AWS cloud which includes:
Good working knowledge of on-premises server infrastructure including Hyper-V servers, storage arrays, switches and firewalls.
An excellent understanding of AWS, and a wealth of practical hands-on real-world experience using the core services (EC2, CloudWatch, IAM, RDS, S3 etc at a minimum)
An excellent understanding of networking principles and technologies (subnets, VLANs and routing)
A good understanding of development pipelines and the technologies used to implement them in AWS and/or Azure
Experience using Docker containers
Good working knowledge of Linux and Windows server administration and support
Experience with JIRA, Bitbucket/Git
Proficiency at scripting (especially PowerShell)
A good understanding of database technologies (MySQL in particular) and experience administering them
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to produce documentation to a high standard
Ability to troubleshoot in a logical manner with a pro-active approach, spot potential problems, escalate and react when necessary
Ability to deal competently with pressure and be able to prioritise workload
Effective collaboration with other members of the IT team and wider business
In return, we will ensure you have:
Very competitive salary with annual salary reviews
25 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays) for some well-deserved time off
Opportunity to purchase an additional holiday each year
Pension contributions of 5%
Annual wellbeing health check
Health Shield cash plan
Death in service benefit
Cycle to work scheme
What happens next
After receiving your application, our team will review it and inform you of the next steps. If you are selected for the next stage, we will schedule an introductory Teams call to provide more information about our company, learn more about you, and understand your expectations. This will be an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have. Please choose a time when you can be in a quiet place without distractions.
Depending on the outcome of the call, the following stage will involve a face-to-face interview at our Wokingham office, which will also include practical technical questions.
We understand the effort required to apply for a new job and value your time. We look forward to reviewing your application.
This is an office-based role in Wokingham, Berkshire (RG41) and therefore candidates need to be located within a commutable distance to the office. We will not consider candidates who need to relocate to be nearer the office.
14/02/2025
Full time
Why work with Inuvi
At Inuvi, our mission is to foster a work environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the forefront. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and strive to create a culture where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique ideas. Working with us means being part of a dynamic team that is passionate about making a positive impact on our customers and the industry.
Introducing Inuvi’s IT team
At Inuvi, our IT team is dedicated to ensuring the seamless operation and continuous improvement of our systems. The team is responsible for the support, deployment, automation, and maintenance of our infrastructure, ensuring its availability, performance, scalability, and security. Our IT professionals bring a wealth of experience from various backgrounds and work collaboratively with other departments to tackle complex challenges. With a strong focus on innovation and efficiency, the IT team plays a crucial role in driving Inuvi's success and delivering exceptional value to our customers.
What we are looking for
We are looking for an IT Infrastructure Analyst to be responsible for the support, deployment, automation and maintenance of our systems whilst ensuring their availability, performance scalability and security. You must have proven “hands on” experience in a similar role with a good understanding of IT Infrastructure both on premise and in the cloud; which includes a good understanding of DevOps engineering practices. As a small team our roles are broad which will enable your involvement in a range of technologies and projects and foster opportunities for your personal growth.
You must be able to demonstrate real world experience of IT infrastructure both on-premise and in the AWS cloud which includes:
Good working knowledge of on-premises server infrastructure including Hyper-V servers, storage arrays, switches and firewalls.
An excellent understanding of AWS, and a wealth of practical hands-on real-world experience using the core services (EC2, CloudWatch, IAM, RDS, S3 etc at a minimum)
An excellent understanding of networking principles and technologies (subnets, VLANs and routing)
A good understanding of development pipelines and the technologies used to implement them in AWS and/or Azure
Experience using Docker containers
Good working knowledge of Linux and Windows server administration and support
Experience with JIRA, Bitbucket/Git
Proficiency at scripting (especially PowerShell)
A good understanding of database technologies (MySQL in particular) and experience administering them
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to produce documentation to a high standard
Ability to troubleshoot in a logical manner with a pro-active approach, spot potential problems, escalate and react when necessary
Ability to deal competently with pressure and be able to prioritise workload
Effective collaboration with other members of the IT team and wider business
In return, we will ensure you have:
Very competitive salary with annual salary reviews
25 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays) for some well-deserved time off
Opportunity to purchase an additional holiday each year
Pension contributions of 5%
Annual wellbeing health check
Health Shield cash plan
Death in service benefit
Cycle to work scheme
What happens next
After receiving your application, our team will review it and inform you of the next steps. If you are selected for the next stage, we will schedule an introductory Teams call to provide more information about our company, learn more about you, and understand your expectations. This will be an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have. Please choose a time when you can be in a quiet place without distractions.
Depending on the outcome of the call, the following stage will involve a face-to-face interview at our Wokingham office, which will also include practical technical questions.
We understand the effort required to apply for a new job and value your time. We look forward to reviewing your application.
This is an office-based role in Wokingham, Berkshire (RG41) and therefore candidates need to be located within a commutable distance to the office. We will not consider candidates who need to relocate to be nearer the office.
Are you an experienced FPGA Engineering Manager, an inspirational Leader passionate about people who enjoys contributing to developing and enhancing future capabilities? Look no further! Join our ambitious FPGA Engineering Team at MBDA and be part of a company that is at the forefront of innovation and play a major role in shaping its future. Salary: Up to £78,000 depending on experience Locations: Stevenage (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site. We are also open to compressed hours in this role. 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: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% 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: Our Electronic Engineering Function is rapidly growing! We are seeking an exceptional FPGA Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team in developing cutting-edge FPGA-based solutions. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in FPGA design and architecture with outstanding leadership, mentorship, and organizational skills. This role requires someone who can drive technical excellence, scale team capabilities, and deliver world-class products on schedule. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Management Lead, mentor, and grow a team of FPGA and digital design engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and accountability. Drive team performance through clear goal setting, technical guidance, and continuous feedback. Collaborate closely with systems, software, hardware, and verification teams to define requirements and deliver integrated solutions. Recruit and develop top engineering talent, balancing technical depth with organizational scalability. Champion best practices in design methodology, verification, and documentation. Technical Ownership Oversee and contribute to the architecture, design, and implementation of FPGA solutions for high-performance, low-latency, or high-throughput systems. Provide technical direction for RTL design (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog), simulation, timing closure, and hardware validation. Define and enforce design standards, IP reuse strategies, and verification methodologies. Ensure design meets performance, power, area, and reliability targets. Work closely with system architects on partitioning between FPGA, ASIC, and software. Stay abreast of FPGA technology roadmaps (Xilinx, Intel/Altera, Lattice, etc.) and advise on strategic direction. Project Delivery Own FPGA project execution-from concept to production release. Drive planning, estimation, and scheduling of FPGA deliverables. Track progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Collaborate with program management and stakeholders to ensure timely and high-quality delivery. What we're looking for from you: BS/MS/PhD in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. 10+ years of FPGA or digital hardware design experience, with at least 3-5 years in a technical leadership or management role. Proven track record delivering complex FPGA systems from concept to production. Strong experience with RTL design, simulation, synthesis, timing analysis Deep understanding of high-speed interfaces, digital signal processing (DSP), control logic design and Image Processing. Strong grasp of hardware-software co-design and embedded system integration. Excellent knowledge of FPGA toolchains Solid understanding of verification methodologies and familiarity with test automation Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, foster innovation, and drive cross-functional collaboration. Experience in data center, telecommunications, aerospace/defense, or high-performance computing domains. Exposure to hardware security, functional safety, or DO-254 compliant design. Knowledge of scripting and automation. Strong background in system architecture and performance optimization. Personal Attributes: Strategic thinker with hands-on technical depth. Inspires confidence and credibility among engineers and executives alike. Strong problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced, high-ambiguity environments. Passionate about mentoring, learning, and continuous improvement. Balances innovation with disciplined execution. Please note: Some of our roles require an elevated level of security clearance. Candidates may be required to undertake DV (Developed Vetting) in order to successfully deliver the role. 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.
25/10/2025
Full time
Are you an experienced FPGA Engineering Manager, an inspirational Leader passionate about people who enjoys contributing to developing and enhancing future capabilities? Look no further! Join our ambitious FPGA Engineering Team at MBDA and be part of a company that is at the forefront of innovation and play a major role in shaping its future. Salary: Up to £78,000 depending on experience Locations: Stevenage (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site. We are also open to compressed hours in this role. 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: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% 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: Our Electronic Engineering Function is rapidly growing! We are seeking an exceptional FPGA Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team in developing cutting-edge FPGA-based solutions. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in FPGA design and architecture with outstanding leadership, mentorship, and organizational skills. This role requires someone who can drive technical excellence, scale team capabilities, and deliver world-class products on schedule. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Management Lead, mentor, and grow a team of FPGA and digital design engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and accountability. Drive team performance through clear goal setting, technical guidance, and continuous feedback. Collaborate closely with systems, software, hardware, and verification teams to define requirements and deliver integrated solutions. Recruit and develop top engineering talent, balancing technical depth with organizational scalability. Champion best practices in design methodology, verification, and documentation. Technical Ownership Oversee and contribute to the architecture, design, and implementation of FPGA solutions for high-performance, low-latency, or high-throughput systems. Provide technical direction for RTL design (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog), simulation, timing closure, and hardware validation. Define and enforce design standards, IP reuse strategies, and verification methodologies. Ensure design meets performance, power, area, and reliability targets. Work closely with system architects on partitioning between FPGA, ASIC, and software. Stay abreast of FPGA technology roadmaps (Xilinx, Intel/Altera, Lattice, etc.) and advise on strategic direction. Project Delivery Own FPGA project execution-from concept to production release. Drive planning, estimation, and scheduling of FPGA deliverables. Track progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Collaborate with program management and stakeholders to ensure timely and high-quality delivery. What we're looking for from you: BS/MS/PhD in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. 10+ years of FPGA or digital hardware design experience, with at least 3-5 years in a technical leadership or management role. Proven track record delivering complex FPGA systems from concept to production. Strong experience with RTL design, simulation, synthesis, timing analysis Deep understanding of high-speed interfaces, digital signal processing (DSP), control logic design and Image Processing. Strong grasp of hardware-software co-design and embedded system integration. Excellent knowledge of FPGA toolchains Solid understanding of verification methodologies and familiarity with test automation Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, foster innovation, and drive cross-functional collaboration. Experience in data center, telecommunications, aerospace/defense, or high-performance computing domains. Exposure to hardware security, functional safety, or DO-254 compliant design. Knowledge of scripting and automation. Strong background in system architecture and performance optimization. Personal Attributes: Strategic thinker with hands-on technical depth. Inspires confidence and credibility among engineers and executives alike. Strong problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced, high-ambiguity environments. Passionate about mentoring, learning, and continuous improvement. Balances innovation with disciplined execution. Please note: Some of our roles require an elevated level of security clearance. Candidates may be required to undertake DV (Developed Vetting) in order to successfully deliver the role. 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.
Hardware-In-the-Loop Engineer - Graduate Programme 2026 Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) is a sophisticated testing technique that integrates real hardware components with simulated environments. We focus on bringing confidence to MBDA that their missile systems will perform at their maximum capability through novel testing methods. Salary: £31,500 plus a £3000 joining bonus. Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4-5 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 3RD NOVEMBER 2025 What we can offer you 2 year Programme: starting September 2026 Salary reviews throughout the Programme 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 Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday Flexi Leave: up to 15 additional days Excellent career progression and development opportunities Facilities: fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity The Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) department is a unique facility that integrates complex missile subsystems, simulates their dynamic flight to optimise missile performance prior to operational firing trials. In the labs there are Electro-optic (EO), LASER and Radio Frequency (RF) devices, anechoic chambers and multiple axis hydraulic motion tables. The small, but versatile, team have a mixture of technical expertise that enables them to design and develop the electronics equipment needed for the labs; design the experiments; create custom software and hardware simulations, and to analyse and deliver results to support missile development and evaluation. In HWIL there are a vast number of opportunities to get 'hands-on,' and as a graduate you will be involved in testing missile hardware sub-systems (Seeker, Inertial Measurement Unit and Missile Computer), developing and integrating HWIL simulations and using the HWIL facility Infra-red, Radio-Frequency and Flight Motion Simulators. HWIL supports and develops a broad range of skills, and is suitable for graduates from a wide range of engineering and problem solving backgrounds. You will have the opportunity to develop many different engineering skills including integration of complex equipment; designing bespoke equipment; problem solving to create, set up and action test procedures. You will also work on a selection of the following: Complex function integration. Developing test software, data analysis scripts and control systems (C++, MATLAB, CAD, Linux). Learning communication protocols (e.g. RS422, Ethernet, MODBUS, 1553). Electronic design and Mechanical design. Workshop skills (design and build of lab equipment and cables using pillar drills, hand tools, soldering etc). Technical report writing to support trials reviews. HWIL are a very versatile team, at different stages of their career and each member has their own unique set of skills. The key to such a team is consistent demonstration of passion; team work; innovative ideas; commitment, and a lot of communication and support. The team are always looking to discover new solutions and there is always someone to discuss new ideas and concepts with. What we're looking for from you: Degree qualified in an Engineering (incl. Aeronautical/Aerospace, Electronic/Electrical and Mechanical), Physics, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Control Theory, Systems discipline to a minimum of 2:2. Basic experience of Matlab/Simulink or software development desirable 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.
25/10/2025
Full time
Hardware-In-the-Loop Engineer - Graduate Programme 2026 Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) is a sophisticated testing technique that integrates real hardware components with simulated environments. We focus on bringing confidence to MBDA that their missile systems will perform at their maximum capability through novel testing methods. Salary: £31,500 plus a £3000 joining bonus. Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4-5 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 3RD NOVEMBER 2025 What we can offer you 2 year Programme: starting September 2026 Salary reviews throughout the Programme 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 Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday Flexi Leave: up to 15 additional days Excellent career progression and development opportunities Facilities: fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity The Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) department is a unique facility that integrates complex missile subsystems, simulates their dynamic flight to optimise missile performance prior to operational firing trials. In the labs there are Electro-optic (EO), LASER and Radio Frequency (RF) devices, anechoic chambers and multiple axis hydraulic motion tables. The small, but versatile, team have a mixture of technical expertise that enables them to design and develop the electronics equipment needed for the labs; design the experiments; create custom software and hardware simulations, and to analyse and deliver results to support missile development and evaluation. In HWIL there are a vast number of opportunities to get 'hands-on,' and as a graduate you will be involved in testing missile hardware sub-systems (Seeker, Inertial Measurement Unit and Missile Computer), developing and integrating HWIL simulations and using the HWIL facility Infra-red, Radio-Frequency and Flight Motion Simulators. HWIL supports and develops a broad range of skills, and is suitable for graduates from a wide range of engineering and problem solving backgrounds. You will have the opportunity to develop many different engineering skills including integration of complex equipment; designing bespoke equipment; problem solving to create, set up and action test procedures. You will also work on a selection of the following: Complex function integration. Developing test software, data analysis scripts and control systems (C++, MATLAB, CAD, Linux). Learning communication protocols (e.g. RS422, Ethernet, MODBUS, 1553). Electronic design and Mechanical design. Workshop skills (design and build of lab equipment and cables using pillar drills, hand tools, soldering etc). Technical report writing to support trials reviews. HWIL are a very versatile team, at different stages of their career and each member has their own unique set of skills. The key to such a team is consistent demonstration of passion; team work; innovative ideas; commitment, and a lot of communication and support. The team are always looking to discover new solutions and there is always someone to discuss new ideas and concepts with. What we're looking for from you: Degree qualified in an Engineering (incl. Aeronautical/Aerospace, Electronic/Electrical and Mechanical), Physics, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Control Theory, Systems discipline to a minimum of 2:2. Basic experience of Matlab/Simulink or software development desirable 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.
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to head up and grow a group that develops Real-Time Embedded software at the heart of some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems! If you have experience leading a team in an advanced technological environment, and a background in software development, then we would like to talk to you. The most important thing we look for is the ability to lead and encourage others; passionate about people - and keen to get to know your team and understand what motivates them! Salary: Circa £80,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 to 4 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: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 27% of base salary Car Allowance: £300/month Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% 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 role will give you the opportunity to shape, support and develop a team of software engineers working on several different Embedded / Real Time Software projects. The team specify, design, build, test and deliver the software that transforms a collection of electronic parts into a highly capable missile system. Our team develop software for Flight Computers on many different missiles, some of which have elevated safety integrity levels. Engineering is at heart of our business; there is opportunity to both develop your core leadership skills, and gain a wider experience of complex embedded systems. Working alongside a multidiscipline engineering team, you will be a key part of a supportive and growing software engineering team as your career expands with us. MBDA is committed to upskilling people through both formal training and practical experience. We are a friendly, highly capable team, producing software that makes a difference. The Real Time / Embedded software department is a multi-disciplined team of over 100 people in the UK, working on a diverse range of products that use some exciting technologies. What we're looking for from you: The ability to manage and develop a multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective allocation of resources to meet project timelines and quality standards whilst providing mentorship and technical guidance to team members. Capable of fostering growth and collaborating with multi-functional teams to achieve project objectives within schedule and budget constraints. A strong understanding of software development processes, including requirements analysis, design, and testing. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to interface effectively with technical and non-technical collaborators on progress, risks, and mitigations Experience in defence is not essential, and indeed many of our people joined us from automotive, aerospace and consumer electronics. 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.
25/10/2025
Full time
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to head up and grow a group that develops Real-Time Embedded software at the heart of some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems! If you have experience leading a team in an advanced technological environment, and a background in software development, then we would like to talk to you. The most important thing we look for is the ability to lead and encourage others; passionate about people - and keen to get to know your team and understand what motivates them! Salary: Circa £80,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 to 4 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: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 27% of base salary Car Allowance: £300/month Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% 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 role will give you the opportunity to shape, support and develop a team of software engineers working on several different Embedded / Real Time Software projects. The team specify, design, build, test and deliver the software that transforms a collection of electronic parts into a highly capable missile system. Our team develop software for Flight Computers on many different missiles, some of which have elevated safety integrity levels. Engineering is at heart of our business; there is opportunity to both develop your core leadership skills, and gain a wider experience of complex embedded systems. Working alongside a multidiscipline engineering team, you will be a key part of a supportive and growing software engineering team as your career expands with us. MBDA is committed to upskilling people through both formal training and practical experience. We are a friendly, highly capable team, producing software that makes a difference. The Real Time / Embedded software department is a multi-disciplined team of over 100 people in the UK, working on a diverse range of products that use some exciting technologies. What we're looking for from you: The ability to manage and develop a multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective allocation of resources to meet project timelines and quality standards whilst providing mentorship and technical guidance to team members. Capable of fostering growth and collaborating with multi-functional teams to achieve project objectives within schedule and budget constraints. A strong understanding of software development processes, including requirements analysis, design, and testing. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to interface effectively with technical and non-technical collaborators on progress, risks, and mitigations Experience in defence is not essential, and indeed many of our people joined us from automotive, aerospace and consumer electronics. 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.
Role: Software Engineer - Manchester Level: 9 - Specialist Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history, typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK.Note: The above information relates to a specific client requirement Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: Accenture Software & Platform Engineering is powered by a community of 1,000+ experts and provides end-to-end product engineering solutions which deliver tangible value, fast. We bring together an obsession for technical excellence with agility and scale, to help clients move from project to product at speed. We partner with clients across all sectors-from fast-growing scale-ups to national and global blue-chip companies, as well as public sector organizations. Our teams regularly develop products that reach and impact millions of users. As a member of our Software & Platform Engineering team, you will: Develop traditional and serverless applications and services in an agile and collaborative environment using source control that integrate with data storage services / message buses and other architectural elements Deploy these applications using features such as containers to cloud leveraging CI/CD to support this process backed with good observability when running these in production Ensure quality through the creation of documentation and use of unit / integration / contract testing with a consideration of security / performance requirements
25/10/2025
Full time
Role: Software Engineer - Manchester Level: 9 - Specialist Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history, typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK.Note: The above information relates to a specific client requirement Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: Accenture Software & Platform Engineering is powered by a community of 1,000+ experts and provides end-to-end product engineering solutions which deliver tangible value, fast. We bring together an obsession for technical excellence with agility and scale, to help clients move from project to product at speed. We partner with clients across all sectors-from fast-growing scale-ups to national and global blue-chip companies, as well as public sector organizations. Our teams regularly develop products that reach and impact millions of users. As a member of our Software & Platform Engineering team, you will: Develop traditional and serverless applications and services in an agile and collaborative environment using source control that integrate with data storage services / message buses and other architectural elements Deploy these applications using features such as containers to cloud leveraging CI/CD to support this process backed with good observability when running these in production Ensure quality through the creation of documentation and use of unit / integration / contract testing with a consideration of security / performance requirements
Real Time Datalink Software is tasked with supplying Datalink software into a wide range of Missiles and platforms that require a method of communicating over the air between them! Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 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: 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 is a relatively new function within MBDA with plenty of scope to help define what the Datalink does, its protocols and technical design. This is a technical hands-on role and will involve all aspects of the software life cycle: Requirements capture Embedded Software Architecture & Design Implementation in ADA Verification (Reviews & Testing) As well as working with other Software Engineers in the team you will also be encouraged to work closely with Firmware Engineers, Systems Engineers, Hardware Engineers, Test Engineers and respective leads. This is a great opportunity for an experienced embedded ADA Software Engineer to join our team to develop current and future datalink systems and their associated protocols. Working as a software engineer as part of a multi-disciplinary team (hardware/software/firmware) with state-of-the-art technology, you will be at the forefront of mobile communications used within missile systems design. Lots of opportunity for hands-on embedded software development Develop and grow your career; training programs to provide you with the skills/tools to take the next step to becoming a technical or managerial leader in MBDA You'll get lots of experience interacting and influencing senior partners The potential opportunity for travel and international secondment (should you wish); we work with colleagues across UK and European sites What we're looking for from you: Significant previous experience of developing embedded software, using Ada Working in a lab environment using components and Test Equipment e.g Scopes Hard Real-Time embedded software development Experience of Real Time Operating Systems e.g FreeRTOS Desirable, but not essential: Communication Protocols (e.g. SPI, UART, Ethernet, PCI-Express) Experience in model-based development, using UML or using tools such as IBM's Rhapsody Strong problem solving at system and software component level to investigate software/hardware issues System integration and performance analysis 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.
25/10/2025
Full time
Real Time Datalink Software is tasked with supplying Datalink software into a wide range of Missiles and platforms that require a method of communicating over the air between them! Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 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: 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 is a relatively new function within MBDA with plenty of scope to help define what the Datalink does, its protocols and technical design. This is a technical hands-on role and will involve all aspects of the software life cycle: Requirements capture Embedded Software Architecture & Design Implementation in ADA Verification (Reviews & Testing) As well as working with other Software Engineers in the team you will also be encouraged to work closely with Firmware Engineers, Systems Engineers, Hardware Engineers, Test Engineers and respective leads. This is a great opportunity for an experienced embedded ADA Software Engineer to join our team to develop current and future datalink systems and their associated protocols. Working as a software engineer as part of a multi-disciplinary team (hardware/software/firmware) with state-of-the-art technology, you will be at the forefront of mobile communications used within missile systems design. Lots of opportunity for hands-on embedded software development Develop and grow your career; training programs to provide you with the skills/tools to take the next step to becoming a technical or managerial leader in MBDA You'll get lots of experience interacting and influencing senior partners The potential opportunity for travel and international secondment (should you wish); we work with colleagues across UK and European sites What we're looking for from you: Significant previous experience of developing embedded software, using Ada Working in a lab environment using components and Test Equipment e.g Scopes Hard Real-Time embedded software development Experience of Real Time Operating Systems e.g FreeRTOS Desirable, but not essential: Communication Protocols (e.g. SPI, UART, Ethernet, PCI-Express) Experience in model-based development, using UML or using tools such as IBM's Rhapsody Strong problem solving at system and software component level to investigate software/hardware issues System integration and performance analysis 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.
Software Engineer - Graduate Programme 2026 The Software team at MBDA (Bristol) deliver software for the next generation of weapons in an ever evolving environment to support those on the battlefield! This is a great opportunity to learn and understand fundamentals in the Software life cycle, and Software delivery as well as gain broader skills/exposure such as systems engineering and agile project management. You'll see how software teams interact and collaborate with other stakeholders within MBDA. Salary: £31,500 starting salary plus £3000 joining bonus. 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 3RD NOVEMBER 2025 What we can offer you 2 year Programme: starting September 2026 Salary reviews throughout Programme 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 Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Excellent career progression and development opportunities Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity The Software team at MBDA (Bristol) deliver software for the next generation of weapons in an ever evolving environment to support those on the battlefield! Our teams provide a range of products from high integrity software running on our weapon systems, to mission planning solutions integrated into a complex battlespace arena. We use a variety of programming languages, software tools and software lifecycle methodologies to achieve this. You will develop the skills necessary to become a well-rounded software engineer. This goal will be achieved through a combination of technical training, four challenging work placements and development activities such as: Working closely with other teams in a variety of development stages within our weapons systems including both embedded and front end software development on a range of platforms, such as Windows and Linux, utilising C, C++, C# and Java. Ensuring the functional and technical robustness of project deliverables Owning responsibility for the creation and maintenance of technical documentation. Working with other departments within the company, learning a general overview of the business. You'll get exposure to all aspects of a software development lifecycle, a chance to collaborate with others in the annual multi-national Software Engineering Challenge, and opportunities to travel. What we're looking for from you Degree qualified in Computing/Computer Science, Engineering (incl. Aeronautical/Aerospace, Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical or Software), Mathematics, Physics or relevant STEM discipline to a minimum 2:2. 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
25/10/2025
Full time
Software Engineer - Graduate Programme 2026 The Software team at MBDA (Bristol) deliver software for the next generation of weapons in an ever evolving environment to support those on the battlefield! This is a great opportunity to learn and understand fundamentals in the Software life cycle, and Software delivery as well as gain broader skills/exposure such as systems engineering and agile project management. You'll see how software teams interact and collaborate with other stakeholders within MBDA. Salary: £31,500 starting salary plus £3000 joining bonus. 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 3RD NOVEMBER 2025 What we can offer you 2 year Programme: starting September 2026 Salary reviews throughout Programme 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 Annual Leave: 25 days plus option to purchase extra holiday Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Excellent career progression and development opportunities Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity The Software team at MBDA (Bristol) deliver software for the next generation of weapons in an ever evolving environment to support those on the battlefield! Our teams provide a range of products from high integrity software running on our weapon systems, to mission planning solutions integrated into a complex battlespace arena. We use a variety of programming languages, software tools and software lifecycle methodologies to achieve this. You will develop the skills necessary to become a well-rounded software engineer. This goal will be achieved through a combination of technical training, four challenging work placements and development activities such as: Working closely with other teams in a variety of development stages within our weapons systems including both embedded and front end software development on a range of platforms, such as Windows and Linux, utilising C, C++, C# and Java. Ensuring the functional and technical robustness of project deliverables Owning responsibility for the creation and maintenance of technical documentation. Working with other departments within the company, learning a general overview of the business. You'll get exposure to all aspects of a software development lifecycle, a chance to collaborate with others in the annual multi-national Software Engineering Challenge, and opportunities to travel. What we're looking for from you Degree qualified in Computing/Computer Science, Engineering (incl. Aeronautical/Aerospace, Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical or Software), Mathematics, Physics or relevant STEM discipline to a minimum 2:2. 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
Systems Design Engineer - Summer Placement 2026 Systems Design is at the heart of the product lifecycle, providing an opportunity to experience every phase of development and collaborate across all engineering disciplines. From researching novel technologies and identifying customer needs, through concept development and performance assessment, to product verification in lab tests and firing trials - Systems Design underpins it all. Salary: £23,495 pro-rated Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 3-5 days a week depending on project 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) What we can offer you 10 week placement: starting June 2026, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Annual Leave: 5 days Facilities: fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The Opportunity Systems Design engineers are responsible for bringing the full range of design viewpoints together - ensuring customer requirements are met by proposing innovative solutions, honing in on the detailed design, and coordinating with development teams to make best use of their expertise. We offer exposure to a variety of engineering methodologies and processes across all domains - Land, Maritime, Air, and Cyber. Our Systems Design functions in Bristol are Weapon Systems, Command and Control Systems, Integration and Systems Validation, Emerging Portfolio and Capability, and Sparkworks. Depending on your home function and choice of placements, you may be involved in technology research, deriving requirements, brainstorming concept solutions, developing functional architectures, analysing system performance, conducting trade studies, or gathering verification evidence in the lab or through offsite trials - we cover the whole Systems 'V' Model! Systems Design is suited to those that enjoy the creativity and practicality of working with problems to arrive at logical solutions. Our people are adaptable and the role is varied and fast paced - innovation is the company value that we practice the most. We collaborate with people across all engineering fields and business teams, meeting suppliers and customers, and engaging with international MBDA colleagues. Systems Designers have a high-level view over the whole product definition and lifecycle, laying the foundations for the delivery of future weapons capabilities that achieve the best result for the Customer and MBDA. What we're looking for from you Working towards a degree in an Engineering, Science, Computing, Maths, or Technology discipline. 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.
25/10/2025
Full time
Systems Design Engineer - Summer Placement 2026 Systems Design is at the heart of the product lifecycle, providing an opportunity to experience every phase of development and collaborate across all engineering disciplines. From researching novel technologies and identifying customer needs, through concept development and performance assessment, to product verification in lab tests and firing trials - Systems Design underpins it all. Salary: £23,495 pro-rated Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 3-5 days a week depending on project 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) What we can offer you 10 week placement: starting June 2026, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Annual Leave: 5 days Facilities: fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The Opportunity Systems Design engineers are responsible for bringing the full range of design viewpoints together - ensuring customer requirements are met by proposing innovative solutions, honing in on the detailed design, and coordinating with development teams to make best use of their expertise. We offer exposure to a variety of engineering methodologies and processes across all domains - Land, Maritime, Air, and Cyber. Our Systems Design functions in Bristol are Weapon Systems, Command and Control Systems, Integration and Systems Validation, Emerging Portfolio and Capability, and Sparkworks. Depending on your home function and choice of placements, you may be involved in technology research, deriving requirements, brainstorming concept solutions, developing functional architectures, analysing system performance, conducting trade studies, or gathering verification evidence in the lab or through offsite trials - we cover the whole Systems 'V' Model! Systems Design is suited to those that enjoy the creativity and practicality of working with problems to arrive at logical solutions. Our people are adaptable and the role is varied and fast paced - innovation is the company value that we practice the most. We collaborate with people across all engineering fields and business teams, meeting suppliers and customers, and engaging with international MBDA colleagues. Systems Designers have a high-level view over the whole product definition and lifecycle, laying the foundations for the delivery of future weapons capabilities that achieve the best result for the Customer and MBDA. What we're looking for from you Working towards a degree in an Engineering, Science, Computing, Maths, or Technology discipline. 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.
This role provides a unique chance to shape how MBDA undertakes production testing. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen only. 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 is for a Principal Test Engineer to join the Manufacturing organisation supporting test system introduction and test and diagnostics of electrical/electronic weapon systems and sub-assemblies during the development / early production phase. This role is part of the Manufacturing UK Test Engineering function and is deployed to the Stevenage-based Manufacturing Equipment team, responsible for development testing and ensuring production readiness of new products and their test solutions. Providing Test Engineering support during Design / Development phases from initial concept through to Production Readiness Review and release to Operations. Supporting Test Facility introduction and ensure that appropriate configuration control of equipment and facilities is in place prior to use, including generating supporting test specifications and operator instructions. Supporting testing of electrical/electronic weapon systems, sub-assemblies and circuit cards, with diagnosis of development test failures down to circuit card and potentially component level, including identification of proposed remedial and corrective actions. Working closely with Operations, design teams and other stakeholders to overcome any technical challenges. Providing technical support and advice to the Test Engineering Team Lead and guiding and mentoring less experienced test engineers within the team. You will be working with a small team of dedicated engineers in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment. The team has a great mix of personnel ranging from apprentices and graduate engineers through to experienced technical practitioners, all striving to deliver technical excellence across a number of different products in development and production. What we're looking for from you: Minimum HNC level of qualification or equivalent (ideally HND/degree) in a relevant subject, plus significant experience in digital, analogue and RF electronics manufacture and test. A good understanding of electrical/electronic and RF measurement and test principles and test equipment, as well as systems-level functional testing. Experience of the product development lifecycle and supporting processes, in an electronics manufacturing environment. Significant experience of using both manual and automated test equipment, preferably in a defence organisation or similar manufacturing environment. The ability to plan and organise own work in order to ensure multiple tasks can be prioritised and delivered against Project objectives, whilst being available to support others. Good verbal and written communication skills, including working within a team, generation of test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports based on higher-level requirements. 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.
25/10/2025
Full time
This role provides a unique chance to shape how MBDA undertakes production testing. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen only. 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 is for a Principal Test Engineer to join the Manufacturing organisation supporting test system introduction and test and diagnostics of electrical/electronic weapon systems and sub-assemblies during the development / early production phase. This role is part of the Manufacturing UK Test Engineering function and is deployed to the Stevenage-based Manufacturing Equipment team, responsible for development testing and ensuring production readiness of new products and their test solutions. Providing Test Engineering support during Design / Development phases from initial concept through to Production Readiness Review and release to Operations. Supporting Test Facility introduction and ensure that appropriate configuration control of equipment and facilities is in place prior to use, including generating supporting test specifications and operator instructions. Supporting testing of electrical/electronic weapon systems, sub-assemblies and circuit cards, with diagnosis of development test failures down to circuit card and potentially component level, including identification of proposed remedial and corrective actions. Working closely with Operations, design teams and other stakeholders to overcome any technical challenges. Providing technical support and advice to the Test Engineering Team Lead and guiding and mentoring less experienced test engineers within the team. You will be working with a small team of dedicated engineers in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment. The team has a great mix of personnel ranging from apprentices and graduate engineers through to experienced technical practitioners, all striving to deliver technical excellence across a number of different products in development and production. What we're looking for from you: Minimum HNC level of qualification or equivalent (ideally HND/degree) in a relevant subject, plus significant experience in digital, analogue and RF electronics manufacture and test. A good understanding of electrical/electronic and RF measurement and test principles and test equipment, as well as systems-level functional testing. Experience of the product development lifecycle and supporting processes, in an electronics manufacturing environment. Significant experience of using both manual and automated test equipment, preferably in a defence organisation or similar manufacturing environment. The ability to plan and organise own work in order to ensure multiple tasks can be prioritised and delivered against Project objectives, whilst being available to support others. Good verbal and written communication skills, including working within a team, generation of test specifications, operator instructions and technical reports based on higher-level requirements. 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.
Company Overview We are working with the world's leading broadcasting and production solution company which is looking for an IT Support Engineer to join their growing team based in Bracknell. Our client is a world-renowned brand and has an exciting history in terms of delivering some of the world's major sporting, music, politics and reality show events across the world. This is an exciting opportunity for a Desktop Support Engineer to join an innovative company, that can offer an amazing opportunity to learn, develop and grow their career within an established organisation. This is an on-site position. Position Overview This position will see you join our client's internal IT team. You will join a team of fellow technology enthusiasts, who love to learn, take on a new challenges and help their internal users to get the best out of their IT systems. You will act as the first point of call for resolving technical cases for a range of users including VIP Support. You will also be responsible for shadowing the IT Manager and helping them run new projects with the development of their IT infrastructure. Along with troubleshooting technical issues, there will be opportunities to administrate and maintain our client's core infrastructure, whilst having the opportunity to challenge yourself with learning new technologies. Key Skills Experience working in a 1st or 2nd Line Technical Support position, where you have been responsible for helping users solve their technical cases. A good knowledge of the Windows Operating Systems, with a basic understanding of LAN and WAN technologies Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop Operating systems, LAN and WAN technologies, and sound ability to practice IT security fundamentals Exposure to working with or administrating Active Directory Experience supporting applications such as Microsoft Office Any experience supporting other applications such as; Adobe, Print Management or any VoIP technology, that would be beneficial, but not essential. A basic understanding of IT security fundamentals A passion for troubleshooting! You are a natural problem solver who loves to face new challenges on a daily basis. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Although this role is internal, our users are our customers and you can demonstrate want to help people. A desire to learn. We want someone who is not afraid to take on new challenges and thrives off learning new technology. If you read this job spec saying 'That's me!', then why are you still reading?! APPLY NOW!
25/10/2025
Full time
Company Overview We are working with the world's leading broadcasting and production solution company which is looking for an IT Support Engineer to join their growing team based in Bracknell. Our client is a world-renowned brand and has an exciting history in terms of delivering some of the world's major sporting, music, politics and reality show events across the world. This is an exciting opportunity for a Desktop Support Engineer to join an innovative company, that can offer an amazing opportunity to learn, develop and grow their career within an established organisation. This is an on-site position. Position Overview This position will see you join our client's internal IT team. You will join a team of fellow technology enthusiasts, who love to learn, take on a new challenges and help their internal users to get the best out of their IT systems. You will act as the first point of call for resolving technical cases for a range of users including VIP Support. You will also be responsible for shadowing the IT Manager and helping them run new projects with the development of their IT infrastructure. Along with troubleshooting technical issues, there will be opportunities to administrate and maintain our client's core infrastructure, whilst having the opportunity to challenge yourself with learning new technologies. Key Skills Experience working in a 1st or 2nd Line Technical Support position, where you have been responsible for helping users solve their technical cases. A good knowledge of the Windows Operating Systems, with a basic understanding of LAN and WAN technologies Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop Operating systems, LAN and WAN technologies, and sound ability to practice IT security fundamentals Exposure to working with or administrating Active Directory Experience supporting applications such as Microsoft Office Any experience supporting other applications such as; Adobe, Print Management or any VoIP technology, that would be beneficial, but not essential. A basic understanding of IT security fundamentals A passion for troubleshooting! You are a natural problem solver who loves to face new challenges on a daily basis. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Although this role is internal, our users are our customers and you can demonstrate want to help people. A desire to learn. We want someone who is not afraid to take on new challenges and thrives off learning new technology. If you read this job spec saying 'That's me!', then why are you still reading?! APPLY NOW!
Bristol Electro-Optic Seekers & Systems Engineer - Summer Placement 2026 Would you like to utilise your degree to push the cutting edge of sensing and imaging technology? This opportunity within the Electro-Optics Seekers and Sensors department at MBDA will allow you to innovate within a supportive team, at a company that invests in its people and supports our Armed Forces. Salary: £23,495 pro-rated Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 2-3 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) What we can offer you 10 week placement: starting June 2026, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Annual Leave: 5 days Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity Our Electro-Optic (EO) Seekers & Sensors department provides expertise and support into all projects within MBDA involving EO technologies, as well as investing in research and development of innovative technologies which will shape the future of our products. We work on projects that cover the whole product lifecycle from concept and assessment through to full product design, testing and production. This role presents an exciting opportunity to experience all of these areas through a range of systems design, computational modelling, lab testing and field trials within a diverse team of engineers. Some of the EO technologies we specialise in include: Infra-Red (IR) Seekers & Sensors Optics Computational Imaging Lasers & Directed Energy Weapons Across the department we have a variety of different teams to get involved in, who work together to deliver our overall functional capability. We all interact regularly through team meetings, events and socials to continue to grow as a department. We also collaborate closely with the technical community across MBDA and the wider defence industry. Within our department you will be able to undertake work with the following teams: Systems Engineering - Support major MBDA programmes by designing and certifying EO products Technologies - Innovate and develop cutting edge technologies alongside experts in the field Modelling and Tools - Generate models for EO systems and use these to predict performance Scene Generation - Create synthetic IR imagery for these models to test different scenarios Trials - Assess real EO systems through lab testing and field trials You will have the opportunity to work across all these different areas to discover your passion in engineering and develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your career within EO Seekers & Systems. What we're looking for from you Working towards a degree in a Physics, Engineering, Electronics, Computing or any Applied Science discipline. We are looking for candidates with an interest in electro-optic systems and technologies, who are keen to apply their knowledge and skills to challenge themselves, the team and our technical capability. 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.
25/10/2025
Full time
Bristol Electro-Optic Seekers & Systems Engineer - Summer Placement 2026 Would you like to utilise your degree to push the cutting edge of sensing and imaging technology? This opportunity within the Electro-Optics Seekers and Sensors department at MBDA will allow you to innovate within a supportive team, at a company that invests in its people and supports our Armed Forces. Salary: £23,495 pro-rated Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 2-3 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) What we can offer you 10 week placement: starting June 2026, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Annual Leave: 5 days Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity Our Electro-Optic (EO) Seekers & Sensors department provides expertise and support into all projects within MBDA involving EO technologies, as well as investing in research and development of innovative technologies which will shape the future of our products. We work on projects that cover the whole product lifecycle from concept and assessment through to full product design, testing and production. This role presents an exciting opportunity to experience all of these areas through a range of systems design, computational modelling, lab testing and field trials within a diverse team of engineers. Some of the EO technologies we specialise in include: Infra-Red (IR) Seekers & Sensors Optics Computational Imaging Lasers & Directed Energy Weapons Across the department we have a variety of different teams to get involved in, who work together to deliver our overall functional capability. We all interact regularly through team meetings, events and socials to continue to grow as a department. We also collaborate closely with the technical community across MBDA and the wider defence industry. Within our department you will be able to undertake work with the following teams: Systems Engineering - Support major MBDA programmes by designing and certifying EO products Technologies - Innovate and develop cutting edge technologies alongside experts in the field Modelling and Tools - Generate models for EO systems and use these to predict performance Scene Generation - Create synthetic IR imagery for these models to test different scenarios Trials - Assess real EO systems through lab testing and field trials You will have the opportunity to work across all these different areas to discover your passion in engineering and develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your career within EO Seekers & Systems. What we're looking for from you Working towards a degree in a Physics, Engineering, Electronics, Computing or any Applied Science discipline. We are looking for candidates with an interest in electro-optic systems and technologies, who are keen to apply their knowledge and skills to challenge themselves, the team and our technical capability. 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.
Bristol Electro-Optic Seekers & Systems Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2026 Would you like to utilise your degree to push the cutting edge of sensing and imaging technology? This opportunity within the Electro-Optics Seekers and Sensors department at MBDA will allow you to innovate within a supportive team, at a company that invests in its people and supports our Armed Forces. Salary: £23,495 Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 2-3 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) 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 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 The opportunity Our Electro-Optic (EO) Seekers & Sensors department provides expertise and support into all projects within MBDA involving EO technologies, as well as investing in research and development of innovative technologies which will shape the future of our products. We work on projects that cover the whole product lifecycle from concept and assessment through to full product design, testing and production. This role presents an exciting opportunity to experience all of these areas through a range of systems design, computational modelling, lab testing and field trials within a diverse team of engineers. Some of the EO technologies we specialise in include: Infra-Red (IR) Seekers & Sensors Optics Computational Imaging Lasers & Directed Energy Weapons Across the department we have a variety of different teams to get involved in, who work together to deliver our overall functional capability. We all interact regularly through team meetings, events and socials to continue to grow as a department. We also collaborate closely with the technical community across MBDA and the wider defence industry. Within our department you will be able to undertake work with the following teams: Systems Engineering - Support major MBDA programmes by designing and certifying EO products Technologies - Innovate and develop cutting edge technologies alongside experts in the field Modelling and Tools - Generate models for EO systems and use these to predict performance Scene Generation - Create synthetic IR imagery for these models to test different scenarios Trials - Assess real EO systems through lab testing and field trials You will have the opportunity to work across all these different areas to discover your passion in engineering and develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your career within EO Seekers & Systems. What we're looking for from you Working towards a degree in a Physics, Engineering, Electronics, Computing or any Applied Science discipline. We are looking for candidates with an interest in electro-optic systems and technologies, who are keen to apply their knowledge and skills to challenge themselves, the team and our technical capability. At MBDA, we recognise the power of equity, diversity and inclusion and celebrate how it enriches our business and our community. All candidates that apply must serve as a role model of MBDA's behaviours and values. 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
25/10/2025
Full time
Bristol Electro-Optic Seekers & Systems Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2026 Would you like to utilise your degree to push the cutting edge of sensing and imaging technology? This opportunity within the Electro-Optics Seekers and Sensors department at MBDA will allow you to innovate within a supportive team, at a company that invests in its people and supports our Armed Forces. Salary: £23,495 Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 2-3 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) 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 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 The opportunity Our Electro-Optic (EO) Seekers & Sensors department provides expertise and support into all projects within MBDA involving EO technologies, as well as investing in research and development of innovative technologies which will shape the future of our products. We work on projects that cover the whole product lifecycle from concept and assessment through to full product design, testing and production. This role presents an exciting opportunity to experience all of these areas through a range of systems design, computational modelling, lab testing and field trials within a diverse team of engineers. Some of the EO technologies we specialise in include: Infra-Red (IR) Seekers & Sensors Optics Computational Imaging Lasers & Directed Energy Weapons Across the department we have a variety of different teams to get involved in, who work together to deliver our overall functional capability. We all interact regularly through team meetings, events and socials to continue to grow as a department. We also collaborate closely with the technical community across MBDA and the wider defence industry. Within our department you will be able to undertake work with the following teams: Systems Engineering - Support major MBDA programmes by designing and certifying EO products Technologies - Innovate and develop cutting edge technologies alongside experts in the field Modelling and Tools - Generate models for EO systems and use these to predict performance Scene Generation - Create synthetic IR imagery for these models to test different scenarios Trials - Assess real EO systems through lab testing and field trials You will have the opportunity to work across all these different areas to discover your passion in engineering and develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your career within EO Seekers & Systems. What we're looking for from you Working towards a degree in a Physics, Engineering, Electronics, Computing or any Applied Science discipline. We are looking for candidates with an interest in electro-optic systems and technologies, who are keen to apply their knowledge and skills to challenge themselves, the team and our technical capability. At MBDA, we recognise the power of equity, diversity and inclusion and celebrate how it enriches our business and our community. All candidates that apply must serve as a role model of MBDA's behaviours and values. 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
Stevenage Software Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2026 Salary: £23,495 Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4-5 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 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 The opportunity The Software team at MBDA deliver software for the next generation of weapons in an ever evolving environment to support those on the battlefield! Our teams provide a range of products from high integrity real time software running on our weapon systems, software infrastructures (i.e. DevOps) and production test software to support functional test & manufacturing. We use a variety of programming languages, software tools and software lifecycle methodologies to achieve this. You will get exposure to aspects of a software development lifecycle, a chance to collaborate with others in the annual multi-national Software Engineering Challenge and opportunities to travel. Enabling you to develop some of the skills necessary to become a well-rounded software engineer. Work closely with other teams in a variety of development stages within our weapons systems including both embedded and front end software development on a range of platforms, such as Windows and Linux, utilising C, C++, C# and Java. Learn about the functional and technical robustness of project deliverables The importance of technical documentation. Work with other departments within the company, learning a general overview of the business. What we're looking for from you Currently studying towards a degree in Engineering (incl. General, Mechanical, Manufacturing/Production, Aeronautical/Aerospace, Electrical/Electronic, and Software), Computing, Maths, Physics or Astronomy discipline. 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.
25/10/2025
Full time
Stevenage Software Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2026 Salary: £23,495 Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4-5 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 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 The opportunity The Software team at MBDA deliver software for the next generation of weapons in an ever evolving environment to support those on the battlefield! Our teams provide a range of products from high integrity real time software running on our weapon systems, software infrastructures (i.e. DevOps) and production test software to support functional test & manufacturing. We use a variety of programming languages, software tools and software lifecycle methodologies to achieve this. You will get exposure to aspects of a software development lifecycle, a chance to collaborate with others in the annual multi-national Software Engineering Challenge and opportunities to travel. Enabling you to develop some of the skills necessary to become a well-rounded software engineer. Work closely with other teams in a variety of development stages within our weapons systems including both embedded and front end software development on a range of platforms, such as Windows and Linux, utilising C, C++, C# and Java. Learn about the functional and technical robustness of project deliverables The importance of technical documentation. Work with other departments within the company, learning a general overview of the business. What we're looking for from you Currently studying towards a degree in Engineering (incl. General, Mechanical, Manufacturing/Production, Aeronautical/Aerospace, Electrical/Electronic, and Software), Computing, Maths, Physics or Astronomy discipline. 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.
Integration & Systems Validation Engineer - Summer Placement 2026 MBDA develop some of the world's highest performing weapon systems; but how do we demonstrate and prove this? This is the challenge that Integration and Systems Validation (ISV) are responsible for. Salary: £23,495 pro-rated Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4-5 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: 10 week placement: starting June 2026, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Annual Leave: 5 days Facilities: fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity The Integration and System Validation (ISV) team are responsible for assuring MBDA and the customer that the final product meets its requirements and is suitable for use. The trials and testing activities undertaken provide verification and validation evidence for all the missile programmes within the business. Whether it's software, hardware or an entire missile system, ISV engineers lead the real-world test and integration across the whole product development lifecycle. This includes planning, lab testing, offsite trials and data analysis and reporting. Examples of ISV activities you could be involved with include: Ground Trials: demonstrating our products work across the extremes of environment. Firing Trials: end-to-end evaluation firings and customer demonstrations. Flight Trials: integrating and trialing our systems on fast jets and helicopters. Integration: demonstrating functional and electrical compatibility of hardware and software. In-Service Support: testing and monitoring in-service products with the customer. Trials Equipment: designing support tools and helping evolve prototype designs. You will likely have opportunities to travel throughout the UK and internationally to support these activities. An ISV engineer will be: Practically minded and interested in conducting real-world test of software, hardware and missile systems. Creative and practical so that they can work with complex problems and derive logical solutions. Solid in their understanding of engineering principles across mechanical, electrical and functional domains, and in the use of test equipment and lab facilities. A strong team player who has the ability to communicate across technical and non-technical teams/departments. Able to plan tests and trials campaigns, through adaptability, organisation, attention to detail, and dealing with ambiguity. Confident in processing, analysing and forming conclusions from data, as well as writing technical documentation. What we're looking for from you Degree qualified in an Engineering, Physics, Mathematical Sciences, Technology, Computing or a General Science discipline to minimum of 2:2. 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
25/10/2025
Full time
Integration & Systems Validation Engineer - Summer Placement 2026 MBDA develop some of the world's highest performing weapon systems; but how do we demonstrate and prove this? This is the challenge that Integration and Systems Validation (ISV) are responsible for. Salary: £23,495 pro-rated Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4-5 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: 10 week placement: starting June 2026, that allows you to apply your university learning to real-world projects and technologies Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Annual Leave: 5 days Facilities: fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity The Integration and System Validation (ISV) team are responsible for assuring MBDA and the customer that the final product meets its requirements and is suitable for use. The trials and testing activities undertaken provide verification and validation evidence for all the missile programmes within the business. Whether it's software, hardware or an entire missile system, ISV engineers lead the real-world test and integration across the whole product development lifecycle. This includes planning, lab testing, offsite trials and data analysis and reporting. Examples of ISV activities you could be involved with include: Ground Trials: demonstrating our products work across the extremes of environment. Firing Trials: end-to-end evaluation firings and customer demonstrations. Flight Trials: integrating and trialing our systems on fast jets and helicopters. Integration: demonstrating functional and electrical compatibility of hardware and software. In-Service Support: testing and monitoring in-service products with the customer. Trials Equipment: designing support tools and helping evolve prototype designs. You will likely have opportunities to travel throughout the UK and internationally to support these activities. An ISV engineer will be: Practically minded and interested in conducting real-world test of software, hardware and missile systems. Creative and practical so that they can work with complex problems and derive logical solutions. Solid in their understanding of engineering principles across mechanical, electrical and functional domains, and in the use of test equipment and lab facilities. A strong team player who has the ability to communicate across technical and non-technical teams/departments. Able to plan tests and trials campaigns, through adaptability, organisation, attention to detail, and dealing with ambiguity. Confident in processing, analysing and forming conclusions from data, as well as writing technical documentation. What we're looking for from you Degree qualified in an Engineering, Physics, Mathematical Sciences, Technology, Computing or a General Science discipline to minimum of 2:2. 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
Integration & Systems Validation Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2026 MBDA develop some of the world's highest performing weapon systems; but how do we demonstrate and prove this? This is the challenge that Integration and Systems Validation (ISV) are facing. Salary: £23,495 Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4-5 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) 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 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 The opportunity The Integration and System Validation (ISV) team are responsible for assuring MBDA and the customer that the final product meets its requirements and is suitable for use. The trials and testing activities undertaken provide verification and validation evidence for all the missile programmes within the business. Whether it's software, hardware or an entire missile system, ISV engineers lead the real-world test and integration across the whole product development lifecycle. This includes planning, lab testing, offsite trials and data analysis and reporting. Examples of ISV activities you could be involved with include: Ground Trials: demonstrating our products work across the extremes of environment. Firing Trials: end-to-end evaluation firings and customer demonstrations. Flight Trials: integrating and trialling our systems on fast jets and helicopters. Integration: demonstrating functional and electrical compatibility of hardware and software. In-Service Support: testing and monitoring in-service products with the customer. Trials Equipment: designing support tools and helping evolve prototype designs. You will likely have opportunities to travel throughout the UK and internationally to support these activities. An ISV engineer will be: Practically minded and interested in conducting real-world test of software, hardware and missile systems. Creative and practical so that they can work with complex problems and derive logical solutions. Solid in their understanding of engineering principles across mechanical, electrical and functional domains, and in the use of test equipment and lab facilities. A strong team player who has the ability to communicate across technical and non-technical teams/departments. Able to plan tests and trials campaigns, through adaptability, organisation, attention to detail, and dealing with ambiguity. Confident in processing, analysing and forming conclusions from data, as well as writing technical documentation. What we're looking for from you Current undergraduate studying towards an Engineering, Physics, Mathematical Sciences, Technology, Computing or a General Science discipline. 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
25/10/2025
Full time
Integration & Systems Validation Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2026 MBDA develop some of the world's highest performing weapon systems; but how do we demonstrate and prove this? This is the challenge that Integration and Systems Validation (ISV) are facing. Salary: £23,495 Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4-5 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. CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS MIDNIGHT ON 5TH JANUARY 2026 (SUBJECT TO APPLICATION VOLUMES) 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 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 The opportunity The Integration and System Validation (ISV) team are responsible for assuring MBDA and the customer that the final product meets its requirements and is suitable for use. The trials and testing activities undertaken provide verification and validation evidence for all the missile programmes within the business. Whether it's software, hardware or an entire missile system, ISV engineers lead the real-world test and integration across the whole product development lifecycle. This includes planning, lab testing, offsite trials and data analysis and reporting. Examples of ISV activities you could be involved with include: Ground Trials: demonstrating our products work across the extremes of environment. Firing Trials: end-to-end evaluation firings and customer demonstrations. Flight Trials: integrating and trialling our systems on fast jets and helicopters. Integration: demonstrating functional and electrical compatibility of hardware and software. In-Service Support: testing and monitoring in-service products with the customer. Trials Equipment: designing support tools and helping evolve prototype designs. You will likely have opportunities to travel throughout the UK and internationally to support these activities. An ISV engineer will be: Practically minded and interested in conducting real-world test of software, hardware and missile systems. Creative and practical so that they can work with complex problems and derive logical solutions. Solid in their understanding of engineering principles across mechanical, electrical and functional domains, and in the use of test equipment and lab facilities. A strong team player who has the ability to communicate across technical and non-technical teams/departments. Able to plan tests and trials campaigns, through adaptability, organisation, attention to detail, and dealing with ambiguity. Confident in processing, analysing and forming conclusions from data, as well as writing technical documentation. What we're looking for from you Current undergraduate studying towards an Engineering, Physics, Mathematical Sciences, Technology, Computing or a General Science discipline. 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
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