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We are seeking a highly skilled and security-cleared individual to lead the design and development of modern autonomous and digital C4ISR systems and solutions for maritime defence capabilities and platforms. This role supports multiple maritime and related defence opportunities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience within the defence industry, with specific expertise in maritime systems and architectures, autonomy, mission systems, and C4ISR integration, as well as a strong understanding of maritime platform design. You will develop capability roadmaps across the Maritime area, scope technology innovation and capability integration, engage with customers to position us as a leader in Maritime Defence, and lead technical solutions on bids and opportunities. The Solution Architect will collaborate closely with programme-specific architects and engineers, programme delivery teams, business development, divisional technical leadership, and customer stakeholders to ensure solutions align with operational requirements. Primary Responsibilities: Lead the architecture and design of military maritime solutions, including combat systems, Strike Net, communications, autonomous navigation, and integrated platform management systems across multiple opportunities. Translate complex operational and capability requirements into end-to-end system designs. Engage with military stakeholders, engineering teams, partners, and subcontractors to define and validate system architectures and technical roadmaps. Review solutions for compliance with military standards, safety, and security requirements (e.g. DEF STAN, STANAG, MIL-STD). Support bid and proposal efforts, shaping and developing solution architectures and contributing to technical proposals and costing reviews. Conduct trade studies and design reviews to assess performance, scalability, and interoperability. Provide governance and oversight across engineering delivery to ensure architectural alignment and integration across maritime programmes. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation in areas such as uncrewed systems, advanced communications, and AI. Skills, Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline. Maritime, Royal Navy, or Military service background. Extensive experience in solution or systems architecture within the defence and/or maritime domain. Strong understanding of naval platforms (surface ships, submarines, UAVs/USVs, Strike Net, Tactical C4ISR) and their mission requirements. Experience in technical governance, sign-off, or technical design authority roles. Understanding of maritime autonomy, policies, and strategy, with the ability to influence technical direction. Experience with C4ISR systems, weapon systems integration, or naval command systems. Knowledge of combat management systems and developments in cross-platform and multi-service data sharing. Familiarity with the systems engineering lifecycle (ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288), MBSE, and digital twin concepts. Proficiency in architecture frameworks (MODAF, NAF, TOGAF) and tools (Sparx EA, Cameo). Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, safety, and information assurance in defence systems. Proven stakeholder management and technical leadership skills. Skilled in designing complex mission-critical systems that meet operational, schedule, and budgetary constraints. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex solutions clearly to internal and client leadership. Clearance Requirements: Clearance to Start: SC Clearance for Role: SC/DV Must be a sole UK citizen currently holding SC clearance, with potential to gain DV. JBRP1_UKTJ

Important: Due to the level of security clearance required, all applicants must be eligible to obtain UKEYES ONLY clearance and therefore be a Sole UK National. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain DV level security clearance. Working: This role is full time office based with possible flexible working hours and potential for a compressed working week. Overview This is an open opportunity for Software Engineers at all levels We're actively hiring across a range of projects and teams, so whether you're looking to grow your skills or lead technical strategy, we want to hear from you. As a Software Engineer, you'll be working in a small multi-disciplined engineering team develop innovative solutions to complex customer problems ranging from early research to full product development. Work flexibly across a range of frameworks and coding languages to deliver rapid prototypes and demonstrators. Take these concepts into more mature solutions, leading to a full product release. Main responsibilities: Work across the development lifecycle to design, implement and test solutions to customer problems. Develop software targeting a range of areas from bare-metal MCU, signal processing, Embedded Linux, GUI development on Windows, Linux and mobile; data analytics using Jupyter notebooks. Program in a range of languages appropriate to the solution ranging from Rust, C/C++ to Python and Web Development frameworks. Work / interact with FPGAs, electronic design and mechanical design. Work closely with team-members in an agile fashion achieving a balanced approach to requirement, schedule and cost. Generate appropriate documentation from requirements, design and testing material to support developments. Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual to ensure compliance with Government regulations. Experience needed: Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience. Experience of at least one of the following; Embedded Linux application, kernel and/or driver development. C / C++ or Rust Experience of best practice software development processes/lifecycles Experience of Object Oriented Design and Design Patterns Experience of software testing and design for test Desirable: Experience in the Defence / Aerospace or safety regulated environment would be advantageous. GUI development frameworks such as eGUI, GTK. Tauri. Yocto, Petalinux and uBoot. Python, Jupyter Notebooks or Matlab. Web Development languages (HTML, Javascript, Typescript, React). IOS/Android development. Communications protocols - TCP, QUIC, WiFi. GNU Radio and Software Defined Radios. FPGAs and Exposure to Hardware UML design and tools such as Enterprise Architect. If you feel like you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to reach out an apply. Company Benefits Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including: Annual Bonus Clearance bonus Private Medical Cover 25 days' holiday with the option to buy an extra 5 Pension Contribution 4 x Life Assurance Cover Flexible working hours with a 1pm finish on a Friday Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more Company Details: Want to Join a business who's capabilities address the highest classification levels of High Grade and Type 1 National Security, across a growing and thriving sector? The company not only produce products which are used in some of the most challenging environments in the world but have a number of awards under their belt! A reputable business who, have a number of awards, most recently been named as an Award winner (Gold Award) in MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme! Brand new site for 2023! Onsite Caf , Free parking, Table Tennis and more! Full range of company benefits, flexible working, training, development and clear career progression! For full information, please get in touch

JOB TITLE: Principal Systems Engineer LOCATION: Slough SALARY RANGE: Very Competitive & Excellent Benefits 5 Days a week on Site About the Role The Systems Engineering function provides engineering leadership and governance across all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring solutions meet scope, cost, schedule, and quality objectives. The role is responsible for leading the implementation and assurance of ISO 15288-aligned systems engineering processes, supporting multi-disciplinary project teams to realise stakeholder requirements and deliver fully compliant, high-quality products to the satisfaction of customers. Operating with significant autonomy, this role provides both technical and managerial leadership, ensuring engineering excellence, compliance, and continual improvement throughout the systems engineering lifecycle. Key responsibilities: As the Principal Systems Engineer you will be able to: Lead and assure the implementation of ISO 15288 and associated systems engineering processes across the full lifecycle, from concept through to verification and validation. Provide engineering leadership and governance, ensuring that systems engineering activities are executed effectively, efficiently, and compliantly across assigned projects. Ensure that stakeholder and customer requirements are accurately captured, managed, and validated through high-quality requirements and design documentation. Oversee the development of compliant system architectures and designs, ensuring effective integration of hardware, software, and firmware subsystems. Manage and mentor multi-disciplinary teams (typically 10+ engineers), fostering strong collaboration and capability growth within the engineering function. Assure and approve technical deliverables, ensuring quality and traceability throughout the engineering lifecycle. Apply systems modelling techniques (UML, SysML, MBSE) to define, analyse, and validate solutions. Support Basis of Estimate (BoE) activities, providing accurate cost and resource projections for bids and change proposals. Identify opportunities for project growth, innovation, and process improvement, ensuring continual enhancement of systems engineering effectiveness. Provide technical input to formal reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.) and ensure readiness for customer acceptance. What You ll Need: Extensive experience within the Defence or Aerospace industry, with a proven record of applying systems engineering to complex, safety- or mission-critical projects. Deep understanding of the Systems Engineering V lifecycle and alternative development models (iterative, incremental, agile). Demonstrable experience implementing the full Systems Engineering lifecycle in accordance with relevant ISO/IEC/IEEE standards. Proven technical and line management experience leading a team of systems engineers. Strong background in developing high-quality technical documentation and conducting formal technical reviews. Substantial knowledge of current systems engineering practices, methodologies, and technology trends. Proficiency with requirements management and modelling tools, including DOORS, Enterprise Architect, UML, and SysML. Prior hands-on experience in hardware, software, or firmware development, ideally within an embedded systems environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills. Why Apply? Join the team redefining defense technology. From engineering systems that save lives to leading programs that change the battlefield find your place in the future of defense. Join the team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide. What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Lead Engineer£30,000 to £35,000 + 30 days holiday (inc bank), overtime, credit cardLeigh Role Summary The Lead Engineer will take technical ownership of engineering projects from design through installation, commissioning, and maintenance. This role is responsible for guiding engineering teams, ensuring technical excellence, and setting standards that deliver high-quality, dependable solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead the technical design, implementation, and commissioning of systems and solutions. Mentor, train, and manage engineers & technicians; provide guidance on technical issues and on-site challenges. Establish, maintain, and improve best practices / engineering standards: quality, safety, reliability, documentation. Oversee maintenance and support operations to ensure systems remain fully operational and responsive to client issues. Work closely with design and project management teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and meet client needs. Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and partners to procure hardware and collaborate on system integrations. Lead troubleshooting of technical issues, defining robust testing and QA procedures. Take ownership for schedules, resource allocation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification. Contribute to continuous improvement: evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and methods to improve performance and efficiency. Requirements / Qualifications Significant experience (e.g. 5-10 years) in engineering, systems design, and technical project delivery. Hands-on expertise with system hardware, integration, and commissioning. Strong understanding of system design principles: networking, power, cabling, and quality assurance. Proven track record of leading technical teams and mentoring junior engineers. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Strong communication skills, able to liaise with clients, project managers, and internal teams effectively. Organised and methodical, with a focus on safety, standards, and quality. Flexibility to travel and perform on-site work as required. To Apply: Send through your CV or call Karley at SER-IN

Overview Babcock International have partnered with Veredus to support their exciting PMO transformation agenda across its Devonport Royal Dockyard Ltd (DRDL) operations. Babcock is a leading provider of critical, complex engineering services which support national defence, emergency services and civil nuclear sectors. Devonport (Plymouth) is the unique maintenance base of the UK's submarine fleet. Several new engineering challenges are ahead as Babcock prepares for the next 30 years of deep maintenance programmes. To support the increasing project workload Devonport PMO & Controls team are looking for several experienced project professionals who will act as role models and leaders for the wider PMO team to take responsibility and ownership of their domains. This is a great time to be joining a PMO team that is creating and enabling a leading projects delivery organisation, to be best of the best. Integrating its people, their ways of working with cutting edge technology to deliver successful and predictable outcomes. Primary Purpose Devonport Infrastructure is entering a period of major investment with several high-profile projects pending and many more being considered. To support the increasing workload Babcock, require experienced Senior Programme Managers to join their Devonport team. Senior Programme Managers will be managing complex projects and operating at an advanced level. Leading a significant project within the organisation and possibly Project Managers with less complex sub projects. Project size and complexity cover the full scale from £k to £Bn in value. Accountabilities Support to Business Winning Delivering excellent HSSE standards, in terms of project team culture and reporting statistics Responsible for forming and managing effective relationships with project stakeholders. Leading the project to deliver world class performance by means of employee engagement, team development and continuous learning Commitment to and the ongoing monitoring of programme baseline (cost / schedule / risk) Responsible for coordinating activities and dependencies within the project and identifying external dependencies on other projects, resource or environments Effectively managing the resources, influencing and supporting the development of individuals in their continued professional development Planning and controlling finances as a means of driving performance Provide a point of escalation for project team members Responsible for managing third party suppliers to achieve the desired programme outcomes Attending and contributing the business to communities of practise or forums Principal Tasks and Responsibilities are: Lead on Health, Safety, Security, Environment and Quality within the project. Delivery of project to the baseline schedule/cost and performance in line with project and business success criteria Establishing and maintaining governance arrangements for the delivery of the project, defining clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities that align with the company Business Management System; Accountable for planning and monitoring the programme (profit & loss); agree plans with the Sponsor and submit/present regular Monthly Review Reports indicating any deviations and corrective action taken Managing the Customer Interface and associated management of the project including identification and monitoring of project risks (threats and opportunities), planning and implementing response to these and responding to other issues that affect the project Qualifications and Experience Requirements Ideally: Bachelor's degree in engineering / project / construction management or a related field APM or Chartered Professional (ChPP) - attained or willing to attain with support Significant proven track record of success in a Lead Project Management position Extensive recent and relevant experience in a similar major project delivery environment / business in a value of excess of £15m+ Full successful project lifecycle experience from bid phase through to close out. Successful track record of site management in a senior leadership role within a complex regulated and/or safety-critical environment. Significant experience of leading and motivating large direct and indirect teams to establish improved productivity and positive morale. Proven project management and control skills to deliver either a major project of high complexity and risk or a programme of projects of medium risk and complexity. Proven track record of managing a demanding customer interface Proven ability to analyse, interpret and report financial information and the ability to recognise and understand the project controls deliverables. Successful track record of managing Integrated Project Team Proven experience working within various contracting methodologies and frameworks (e.g., FIDIC/NEC3/JCT etc…) Security & Diversity The successful candidate must be able to achieve the appropriate security clearance level for this role. Babcock are committed to building an inclusive culture and strives to attract talent who thrive in an inclusive and flexible working environment. What can you expect in return? Base Salary - in the range of £85k and £115k Bonus up to 30% Car allowance of £8k BUPA health care Relocation assistance if necessary Holiday entitlement: 25 days, plus bank holidays Pension scheme with employee pension contributions matched up to 8% of salary, with life assurance Babcock Rewards Platform allows you to choose from a range of benefits that best meet your needs, including: critical illness insurance, travel insurance, healthcare cash plan, dental insurance, childcare vouchers, bike scheme, shopping offers and discounts Employee Share Plan Free, independent employee assistance programme, offering confidential information, support and counselling, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year Professional memberships, personal development training and opportunities If you are a reservist in the armed forces, we provide up to ten days special paid leave in support of your training commitments Application Guidance Veredus is the executive search & selection and interim management provider of choice for both Public & Private sectors with a strong track record of filling niche, hard to fill roles. Apply All applications must be made on-line via the Veredus Website. A detailed candidate pack is available to review for this role on our website as below. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know and we will respond in a way that best fits your specific needs. Applications close 5pm BST on 14 th September 2021

I am looking for a Principal Architect to work for a market leading organisation and support design within critical national infrastructure. The Principal Architect is responsible for providing architecture designs and direction to the systems engineering and design teams. They must have the following skills: * Systems of systems architecture experience * Experience of large scale integration programs * Service Oriented architecture and design * Experience of Security including design and assurance activities relating to security * Systems engineering skills including Requirements management, * Model Based Systems Engineering * Project and programme management including the ability to carry out technical planning of cost and schedule and management of risks and opportunities. * Logistic support including reliability and availability analysis and design for sustainability * Performance/capacity analytics and modelling * Knowledge of ITIL and Service operation management * Experience in Enterprise architecture e.g. TOGAF * Safety analysis including Failure mode analysis * Knowledge of systems/service transition * High level concepts of software engineering * High level concepts of Integration and Test * Experience running technical reviews * Design analysis and trade study experience * Ability to provide technical leadership both in the designs and the systems engineering technical processes. Experience in as many of these areas would be beneficial:- * Cloud * Data Analytics * Security * Test Automation * Service Management * Orchestration & Integration * Large Scale Solutions Design Required Skills * 10+ years demonstrated expertise designing, implementing and integrating Enterprise-grade technical solutions meeting complex business requirements * Strong problem-solving and triage skills with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced and rapidly changing work environment * Strategic thinker, coupled with a pragmatic hands-on approach to getting the job done * Quick learner with an in-depth understanding of the capability * Excellent communication skills (oral, written and presentation), including the ability to listen effectively * Strong design and engineering experience; e.g. Architect, Senior System Engineer and Design Lead roles * TOGAF or equivalent Architecture certification an advantage * Strategic consulting experience around transition and transformation, Digital transformation programs * Ability to self-manage and work independently, work to tight deadlines, prioritize workloads and work with related internal business functions such as commercial, legal and finance. If you feel that you possess the majority of these requirements and are keen to make your mark by designing some critical national infrastructure then I look forward to receiving your application and I will reach out to you to arrange a time to speak further. Networkers acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Networkers and may assist with processing your application