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Defence Field Engineer – Customer Deployments & Demos

PassFort is seeking an Associate Field Engineer to join our expanding UK team, ideally suited for a recent graduate or someone from the Armed Forces. This role involves direct customer support, deployments, and showcasing advanced simulation and computing capabilities. Key responsibilities include cust ...

Power Systems Modelling Engineer Naval & Defence

Green Data Talent International is seeking an experienced Power Systems Modelling Engineer to join their advanced engineering programme. This role involves leading power systems modelling and simulation activities for complex naval and infrastructure projects. You will develop electrical designs, ensur ...

Defence Systems Engineer Requirements & Stakeholder Lead

Anson McCade is seeking a Systems Engineer to join its team in Filton, England. The role involves working directly with customers to ensure that requirements for a land-based air defence system are captured and delivered. You will manage engineering changes and communicate technical information effectively. < ...

Lead Structural Airworthiness Engineer Aerospace (Defence)

Frazer-Nash Consultancy is seeking a Structural Airworthiness Consultant to assist in providing aviation certification services to the UK military sector. The role will involve supporting airworthiness activities and delivering technical expertise across various engineering domains. The ideal candidate ...

Lead Structural Airworthiness Engineer Aerospace (Defence)

Frazer-Nash Consultancy is seeking a Structural Airworthiness Consultant based in the UK to support aviation certification services. This role offers a competitive salary between £65,000 and £80,000, alongside a flexible hybrid working pattern that blends office, client, and home environments. The succ ...

Hybrid Lead Test Automation Engineer – Defence

The UK Hydrographic Office in Taunton is seeking an experienced Lead Test Automation Engineer to influence testing strategies within the Defence Delivery function. You will have a hands-on role initially, contributing to scrum team testing and broader Defence strategies. Responsibilities include delivering high- ...

Quality Assurance Engineer — Defence Training Innovator

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORAt OMNIA Training, we’ve brought together some of the UK’s most innovative defence training organisations into a single consortium to delivery one powerful mission: to transform the British Army’s training system and create the best-trained Army in the world.OMNIA Training will redefine th ...

Electrical Building Services Engineer Hybrid, Defence

RGB Recruitment is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their Building Services team in Devon and Torbay, focusing on design and delivery for complex infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will support electrical and LV distribution design, attending meetings and conducting site inspections. A degre ...

Senior MILSATCOM Engineer – Maritime Defence (Hybrid)

Nuclearinst is seeking a Senior Communications Engineer to deliver cutting-edge military satellite communication solutions. The role is based in the UK at our Hawthorn, Plymouth, or Bristol sites. Responsibilities include testing new equipment, managing compliance, and collaborating with teams. Required qualific ...

Armour & Defence Design Project Engineer Hybrid

NP Aerospace is seeking a Design Engineer in Coventry to support innovative composite product development. Your role involves generating designs, providing engineering support, and working collaboratively with teams in Canada and North America. The successful candidate will have an honours degree in Mechanical E ...

Embedded Systems Integration Engineer, Defence/Aerospace

Expleo is seeking an Embedded Electronics Systems Integration Engineer in Stevenage, UK. This position focuses on system architecture, avionics integration, and driving the development of communication protocols. The ideal candidate will contribute directly to advanced defence technology and possess strong sk ...

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Aerospace & Defence

QinetiQ is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at our Boscombe Down site in the UK. The role involves leading mechanical design solutions and supporting aircraft modifications. Ideal candidates should have experience designing technical hardware solutions and a relevant degree. This position of ...

Defence Project Controls Engineer – Planning (SC)

Turner & Townsend Plc. is seeking a project control professional in Nottingham. The role requires a degree or relevant experience, and efficient use of Primavera (P6) and Power BI is essential. The successful candidate will support complex projects while ensuring compliance with security clearance. Hyb ...

Principal Defence Systems Engineer & Strategy Consultant

Gregory-Martin International is looking for a Principal Systems Engineer/Senior Systems Engineer Consultant based in Kendleshire. This hybrid role offers a salary range of £60K-£80K plus bonus and benefits. The ideal candidate will have a consultancy or Defence background, with experience in requiremen ...

Senior FPGA Firmware Engineer — Defence/Aerospace

Morson Talent is seeking a Senior Firmware (FPGA) Engineer in Crawley, England to join an established engineering team focused on defense and aerospace technologies. You will design and develop firmware solutions used in mission-critical environments, contributing to safety-enhancing technologies. This ...

Senior Human Factors Engineer Defence, Christchurch

CBS Butler is seeking an experienced Senior Human Factors Engineer for a 6-month contract opportunity, based onsite in Christchurch. This role plays a critical part in delivering Human Factors Integration support across complex engineering programmes. Applicants should be degree qualified in Human Fact ...

Experienced Human Factors Engineer – Defence Systems

The American Society of Civil Engineers is seeking a Human Factors Engineer in Hurn, England, to support the Lead Human Factors Specialist. This role involves Human Factors Integration across complex, safety-critical systems, requiring a collaborative approach with engineering teams. Candidates should ...

Supportability (AR&M) Engineer Defence Consulting

RINA is looking for a motivated Junior Engineer with 2–5 years of industry experience to join its expanding Integrated Lifecycle Support Consulting team. This dynamic and multidisciplinary group brings together experts in Integrated Logistic Support, Product Support Engineering, and Reliability, Availabili ...

Defence IT Infrastructure Engineer: VMware & Servers

QinetiQ Limited is seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer to join our team in Farnborough or Rosyth. This role involves supporting and developing critical infrastructure systems essential to maritime and defence programmes. You will be responsible for stabilising existing systems, migrating environments ...

Electronics Production Engineer – Defence, NPI & ToT

Platform Recruitment is looking for an Electronics Production Engineer in Canterbury. The role involves optimizing manufacturing processes for complex electronic systems within a regulated environment. The successful candidate will manage production standards, develop best practices for quality and rel ...

Senior System Safety Engineer — Defence Vehicles

General Dynamics Land Systems UK is looking for a Safety Senior Engineer to join the Engineering team in Pentrebach, Wales. This role offers a salary between £45,600 and £57,000 based on experience. As part of a dedicated team, you will deliver system safety activities, ensure compliance, and contribute to de ...

Safety Case Engineer – Nuclear & Defence, Hybrid

Amentum is looking for candidates to fill a role based in Reading, offering a hybrid working model. The position involves providing consultancy, design, and engineering support in the Defence sector, ensuring the technical quality of work and participation in design reviews and stakeholder meetings. Em ...

Structural Engineer – Nuclear & Defence, Hybrid Work

Amentum is seeking Structural Engineers in Aston-on-Trent to provide design and engineering services for defense and security projects across the UK. Ideal candidates have experience with large industrial facilities and are passionate about their professional development. The role offers hybrid working ...

Facilities Project Engineer – Defence Infra Lead

Mane Energy, a leading defence and aerospace organisation, is seeking an experienced Facilities / Project Engineer. This role involves managing and coordinating projects across electrical, mechanical, and civil domains. You will ensure project completion in compliance with business requirements. The id ...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Aerospace & Defence

Meritus Talent is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a permanent position in Llangefni, North Wales, within the aerospace sector. The role involves designing and optimising specialist mobile equipment for defense environments, covering the complete product life cycle from concept through to produ ...

Quality Engineer – Defence/Aerospace (FTC, Harlow)

Matchtech is seeking a Quality Engineer on a contract basis for a role based in Harlow. This position focuses on conducting First Article Inspections (FAIRs) to AS9102 standards, and quality audits, while contributing to crucial engineering projects. The ideal candidate should possess a solid backgroun ...

Hybrid Safety Engineer Submarine Systems & Defence

Babcock is seeking a Safety Engineer to join their team in the UK, with locations in Plymouth or Bristol and hybrid working arrangements. The role entails producing high-quality safety outputs and managing safety projects in support of national defence. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant ...

Electrical Design Engineer Defence Infrastructure Hybrid

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA. is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Helensburgh, UK. You will play a critical role in maintaining infrastructure that supports national defense, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have proven electrical design experie ...

Principal Structural Engineer defence and nuclear

Lead High‑Impact Structural Delivery Across Major Mission Critical Projects We’re looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to take a key leadership role across major structural projects and multiple design teams. If you thrive on technical authority, guiding others, and delivering complex stru ...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Aerospace & Defence

Yolk Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a permanent role in North Wales. This position involves designing, optimizing, and certifying specialist mobile equipment used in defense environments, covering the entire product lifecycle from concept to production. The ideal can ...

On Site Defence Electronics Test Engineer

Anson McCade is seeking a skilled Electronics Test Engineer to support testing and verification of electronic sub-systems in Bolton. This role focuses on maintaining quality through the manufacturing process in a primarily on-site environment. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and practic ...

Senior Defence Verification & Validation Engineer (Hybrid)

Entech Technical Solutions is seeking a Verification & Validation Engineer located in South West London. You will play a vital role in ensuring the compliance and performance of software and hardware products within the defence industry, working collaboratively with various teams. The ideal candidate w ...

Electrical Engineer, Autoclave Systems – Aerospace & Defence

Premier Autoclaves Service And Solutions is seeking a Full time Electrical Engineer to work in Keighley, UK. The successful candidate will support advanced engineering companies, including F1 teams and aerospace firms. The role requires confidence in electrical, mechanical and control-system work. This ...

Defence MEP Engineer: Lead Projects & Design

Stantec Inc. is inviting Expressions of Interest for Electrical and Mechanical Engineers at all career stages to join their Defence team in the UK. The role offers the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary engineering projects, engaging with clients to deliver high-quality outputs and support sustainable deve ...

Senior Manufacturing Engineer, UK Aerospace & Defence

Tekever Corporation is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join its team in Swindon. In this role, you will be pivotal in defining and improving manufacturing processes for the cutting-edge AR platform. As one of the first engineers in the UK facility, you will lead the tech transfer of established ...

Hybrid Mechanical Systems Engineer & Architect (Defence)

Energy Jobline ZR is looking to recruit 3x Mechanical Systems Engineers / Architects for a hybrid role based in Stevenage. This position is on an initial 12 month contract, offering flexibility between working from home and onsite. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical design ...

Quality Assurance Engineer – Onsite (Defence Systems)

A global engineering firm in Helensburgh is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to manage quality assurance and governance across projects for national defense. This full-time role involves delivering BMS governance, advising on process improvements, and implementing safety policies. The ideal candidate will ha ...

Principal Electrical Engineer Defence Electronics Lead

A leading engineering organisation in the United Kingdom seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the design of complex electronic systems for maritime defence. This senior role includes technical delivery and leadership, along with mentoring engineers. Key qualifications include experience in complex elect ...

Hybrid Senior Product Security Engineer – Defence

A leading defense technology company is seeking a Senior Product Security Engineer to shape the future of defense products. This role involves defining security requirements, managing protocols, and driving security assurance. Ideal candidates will have practical experience with ISO standards and the NIST Risk M ...

Senior System Modelling Engineer Defence & EW

A technology consultancy firm in North Kesteven is seeking a Senior System Modelling Engineer to lead the development of high-level system representations in a national defence programme. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, and validate modelling tools while driving innovation in sim ...

Hybrid Human Factors Engineer – Defence Systems

American Society of Civil Engineers is looking for a Human Factors Engineer for a long-term contractual assignment based in Bristol. The role involves implementing human-centered design processes and working with various tools such as Axure and CAD software. The ideal candidate will be a member of the ...

Senior Civil Engineer Defence & Aviation Infrastructure

The American Society of Civil Engineers seeks a Senior Civil Engineer in Nottingham, focusing on defence and aviation-related infrastructure projects. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver civil engineering and infrastructure projects from conception to completion. The ideal can ...

Senior ILS & Obsolescence Engineer (Defence/Maritime)

Addition Solutions Ltd is seeking a Principal and ILS & Obsolescence Engineer to join their team in the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames with hybrid working options. This role is crucial for leading Integrated Logistics Support across complex defence and maritime engineering programmes. The succes ...

Lifecycle Support Engineer — Defence & RAMS Specialist

RINA Piraeus Team is seeking a Supportability Engineer in Chippenham to join its Integrated Lifecycle Support Consulting team. The role focuses on delivering engineering programmes for complex Aerospace and Defence projects, requiring an engineering degree and experience in failure analysis and cost modelling ...

Supportability (AR&M) Engineer Defence Consulting

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Supportability (AR&M) Engineer - Defence Consulting Posting Date: 19 May 2026 Location: Chippenham, GB, SN15 1BN Contract Type: Permanent Division: Electronics and System Engineering Level of experience: Inter ...

Marine Project Engineer Defence (Flexible Hours)

Stafforce-Recruitment in South Shields seeks an experienced Project Engineer to support marine and defence projects, managing technical project delivery. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering. The role involves planning and coordinating engineering upgra ...

Senior Systems Engineer (Defence/Regulated) Hybrid

Tec Partners is seeking a Systems Engineer in London to deliver systems engineering activities across complex projects. The successful candidate will engage in all project phases from requirements capture to delivery, ensuring quality and compliance. With a strong background in relevant engineering fie ...

Hybrid Principal Systems Engineer Naval Defence

Copello Global is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their leading defense engineering team in New Malden, UK. This hybrid role involves delivering Systems Engineering activities throughout the full project lifecycle, working on high-profile naval and multi-domain defense programs. Ideal candidates will possess ...

Principal Systems Engineer — MBSE & Defence, Hybrid

Leonardo in Basildon is recruiting a Lead/Principal Systems Engineer to support Systems Engineering capabilities in the UK's Defence Industry. This role will involve guidance on Systems Thinking, execution of engineering activities, and influencing development processes. Candidates should have experience in lead ...

DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer – Defence IT

Leidos is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer in Brampton, United Kingdom, to provide on-site consultation and support for technical products and services. The ideal candidate will have a BS degree, 4-8 years of experience, and strong skills in SCCM infrastructure and VDI solutions. Responsibilities include proje ...

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