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Holt Executive are partnered Netherlands based supplier of AOCS, Propulsion, Avionics, and Thermal solutions for the Space industry.

Our partner is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to be the drive force behind the build out of their Human Resources function fostering a collaborative, strong, and pleasant working environment.  

Key Responsibilities for the Human Resources Business Partner:

• Development and implementation of both strategic and operational HR policies.
• Optimization of HR processes and building/providing structure.
• Improving our recruitment process spanning strategy, branding and market analysis.
• Play a key role in recruitment & selection, onboarding, talent management and training.
• Increasing employee engagement through strengthening our corporate culture.
• Supporting other locations/sites in Europe.
• Senior stakeholder engagement and management, keeping them updated on strategic HR issues and developments.

Key Skills & Experience for the Human Resources Business Partner:

• Education in HR Management and extensive experience in an all-round HR position.
• Knowledge of modern HR techniques and strategies.
• Ability to manage policy and implementation, whilst also managing priorities.
• Structured, organized, and take initiative to drive direction.
• You value honestly, discretion, and reliability.
• You have strong understand of Dutch employment law.
• You are proficient in both Dutch and English.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the Schengen Area.

This opportunity is an onsite position near Roosendaal, The Netherlands.

Are you an experienced Programme Manager with a passion for leading complex, high-impact projects within the defence or aerospace sector? We’re looking for a driven and strategic Programme Manager to take ownership of a key customer-facing programme within the Land sector. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape the success of multiple international projects from design through to delivery.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Land Programme Manager, you will oversee a programme comprising several concurrent projects, each at different stages of their lifecycle. Your leadership will ensure successful planning, execution and stakeholder engagement, all while aligning with commercial objectives and ensuring robust risk and resource management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate multiple projects within a major Land sector programme
• Ensure integrated planning, risk management and resourcing across departments
• Drive delivery against profit, revenue and growth targets
• Participate in bid and proposal planning, estimating PM labour, and scheduling
• Launch and oversee R&D and customer contracts from inception to closure
• Liaise with engineering and functional leads to ensure technical and resource alignment
• Provide high-level project board communication and strategic stakeholder engagement
• Manage reporting on financials (revenue, cash-flow, margin forecasts, etc.)
• Mentor and support project managers while overseeing PM staffing needs

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Proven experience managing international defence/aerospace programmes
• Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills
• Recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, APM)
• Experience leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced, collaborative setting
• Engineering background and understanding of complex systems
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

Desirable:

• Degree in business, project management, or a related field

Personal Attributes:

• Analytical and strategic thinker with strong leadership skills
• Resilient, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage

What’s on Offer:

• Hybrid / flexible working arrangements
• Early finish on Fridays
• 28 days annual leave + Christmas closure + holiday purchase scheme
• Group pension plan (matched up to 5%)
• Income protection & life assurance
• Remote GP access, mental health support, physiotherapy services
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Discounts on gym memberships, high street retailers, and more
• Access to learning & development resources
• Onsite free parking

Security Requirements: Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. This includes proof of identity, right to work in the UK, and five years of UK residency.

Holt Executive are delighted to be partnered with a global leader within the Communication/ Technology & Connectivity space to support a critical Solutions / Pre-Sales Engineer – SATCOM hire.

Our partner is looking for an experienced Solutions / Pre-Sales Engineering professional to provide networking and satellite communications solutions concepts, detailed solutions design, systems integration, maintenance program development and training solutions. 

These activities are supporting commercial proposals, bids or tender responses in support of the sales teams. The primary customer within the business area our government/Military. (Air, Land and Sea)

Key Responsibilities for the Solutions / Pre-Sales Engineer – SATCOM:

• Provision of timely and insightful technical input and/or proof of concept design into the preparation of tender responses.
• Provision of satellite solutions designs and satellite systems integration expertise to clients in support of Government sales and operations teams.
• Specification, documentation and implementation of hardware solutions for IP networking over satellite.
• Provision of senior engineering level support and technical mentoring to engineers.
• Interact with multiple engineering capabilities (internal and external) and customers to ensure requirements are understood and customer needs are met.
• Provision of training and technical presentations.

Key Experience required for the Solutions / Pre-Sales Engineer – SATCOM:

• Must hold a relevant engineering degree, with a demonstrated ability in the satellite communications industry.
• Must have demonstrable experience in developing solutions in a pre-sales environment (bids/RFT’s/ RFQ’s).
• Ability to interact with multifunctional teams to drive customer solution delivery.
• Proficient in the development of maintenance documentation and support programmes for developed solutions based on OEM component documentation.

 This role offers Hybrid working. 1-2 days onsite per week.
 
If your qualifications and experience align with this Solutions / Pre-Sales Engineer – SATCOM opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration.

Join our client and leverage your expertise and leadership in electronics design to make a significant impact!

Holt Executive is partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to join their expanding Engineering team. If you are passionate about innovation and leadership in electronics design, this role is for you.

As a Senior Electronics Engineer, you will play a key role in developing cutting-edge electronics and leading a talented team. Your expertise will drive innovation, ensuring high standards of engineering practice and project success.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Electronics Engineer:

• Expertise in circuit design, components, and PCB technology.
• Work in EMC, Power Management, Servo Control, processor interfacing, and communications.
• Define and review overall architecture, including power management and system wiring.
• Lead by example, setting standards for good engineering practices.
• Drive innovation within the department, regularly communicating with senior management, customers, and stakeholders.
• Lead the development or enhancement of technology, providing subject matter expertise for R&D projects.
• Technical leadership of multi-disciplined projects, fostering a systematic approach and delivering solutions to customers.
• Provide insights into resource planning and support other engineers through training and development.

 
Key Skills and Experience for the Senior Electronics Engineer:

• Strong degree in a related discipline accredited by the IET, with typically 6 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in leading or supervising projects or teams.
• Solid theoretical and practical understanding of electrical and electronic designs.
• Ability to perform analysis-based activities such as circuit emulation and power budgets.
• Capability to assess and highlight key project risks and design activities.
• Awareness of the full project lifecycle from bid development to customer support.
• Proven track record of innovation-based approaches in engineering and leading, managing, or mentoring engineers.
• Ability to investigate and fault-find technical problems at PCB or system level.
• Experience with Embedded Software Design, including ARM/KEIL.
• Knowledge of EMC to military standards and managing issues at architecture and embedded levels.
• Understanding of motors and drive technology, with skills in control systems analysis.
• Proficiency in analysis and simulation tools such as Python, MATLAB, Simulink, LT-Spice, Simetrix.
• Familiarity with management tools like JIRA, Confluence, MS Project.
• Expertise in PCB design tools such as Altium, Cadence OrCAD.
• Familiarity with design resilience techniques like Failure Mode Effects Analysis.
• Awareness of Lightning Direct and Indirect Effects.

 Company Benefits:

• 37.5-hour work week with lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
• 28 days annual leave and Christmas closure.
• Employee Help@Hand Service providing access to remote GP services, second opinions, mental health support, and physiotherapy consultations.
• Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
• Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and regular wellbeing activities.
• Employee discount scheme, including access to a wellbeing hub.
• Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

 
Security Clearance Requirements:
Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.

If your skills and experience match this exciting Senior Electronics Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Electronics Group Leader to oversee and guide a team of talented electronics engineers. This pivotal role involves leading the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge electronic systems for defence applications, while ensuring the highest standards of engineering excellence and compliance. As a leader, you will help drive both the tactical and strategic growth of the team, ensuring it evolves to meet the needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of electronics engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members, assisting with complex problem-solving and decision-making.
• Oversee the design, development, and testing of electronic systems and components for defence applications, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, software, and systems engineers, to ensure seamless integration of electronic systems.
• Review, maintain, and improve working practices related to electrical and electronics design and development, ensuring up-to-date internal documentation.
• Support the sales team by providing technical input for new bids, opportunities, and queries regarding electrical systems.

  Skills & Experience:
Essential:

• A degree in electronics or electrical engineering (2:1 or above), or a closely related discipline.
• Several years of hands-on experience in electrical or electronics design, particularly in PCB development for high-performance microcontrollers, communications interfaces, and associated power supply and cabling architectures.
• Experience in line management and leadership within a prototype engineering environment, preferably within the defence industry.
• Technical project management experience, following the design lifecycle.
• Experience with motion control systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

• Master’s degree in electronics/electrical engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 5+ years of proven technical team leadership experience.
• Experience with electrical and electronics systems in the defence environment.
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle and its interaction with electronics and systems requirements.

  Work-Life Balance:

• 37.5 hour working week.
• Lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements (minimum of 4 days on-site presence on average).
• 28 days annual leave, plus Christmas closure.
• Holiday purchasing scheme.

Test Engineer

Calling all Electronics Test Engineers! An exciting opportunity for a Test Engineer exists with a leading defence company. The Test Engineer will take responsibility for testing electro-optical components, sub-assemblies, assemblies, and systems, and recording results accurately, flagging issues to the engineering team, and carrying out fault-finding to diagnose production or design issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertaking Factory Acceptance Tests using standard workshop test equipment such as power supplies, digital multi-meters & oscilloscopes.

• Assist in creating test procedures and FAT documents.

• Fault-find electromechanical equipment.

• Effective communications with both technical and non-technical personnel.

• Adhere to the company’s procedures, policies and goals.

• Ensure at all times that health & safety regulations and guidelines are followed.

• Ensure that all procedures are followed as specified in the Quality Manual.

• Maintain documentation to ensure it is kept accurate and up to date in accordance with ISO 9001 standards.

• Assist in maintaining the office and workshop in a clean and orderly state and ensure good project house keeping

• Actively support continuous improvement activities.

• Support field service when required.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Excellent knowledge of manual testing electrical and electronics systems.

• Ability to write comprehensive test plans and factory acceptance tests for new product launches.

• Able to read complex technical drawings, wiring diagrams and PCB schematics.

• Will be able to support production and quality activities when required.

• ONC or equivalent in Electronics Engineering

• Experience with manual test and integration.

• Computer Literate and competent with using Microsoft Word and Excel packages.

Desirable 

• PCB testing and fault-finding experience

• Good knowledge of digital camera and video protocols.

• Knowledge of automated test software.

• PLC programming.

• Experience in CAD packages.

• Experience in communication protocols.

• Understanding of networking and network infrastructure.

Personal Attributes

• Have the ability to liaise with customers verbally and in writing in an effective manner, producing reports and participating in formal design reviews.

• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders and build relationships in order to understand diverse and complex requirements.

• Have the ability to fit in and work well both in a team and in working autonomously when required (change from The ability to work independently when required).

• Highly organised and methodical approach, with an eye for detail.

• A flexible, conscientious, and diligent attitude.

• A resilient and adaptable approach at all times.

• Demonstrates our company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Courage.

• Highly organised and methodical approach, with an eye for detail.

• The ability to work independently when required.

• A flexible, conscientious, and diligent attitude.

• A resilient and adaptable approach at all times.

Work life balance:

• 37.5 hour working week

• Lunchtime finishes on a Friday

• 28 days annual leave

• Christmas closure

• Holiday purchasing scheme

Benefits:

• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%

• Income protection scheme and Employee Assistance Programme

• Employee Assistance Programme gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service and physiotherapy consultations

• Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline

• Company shares incentive plan and save as you earn scheme

• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to wellbeing app and the addition of mental health support for all employees. Plus, regular activities across our sites to support and promote wellbeing

• Regular sports and social activities

• Gym membership discounts

• Reward platform (high street discounts, employee benefits, health, and wellbeing offerings).

• Recruitment referral bonus scheme

• Excellent learning & development opportunities

• Great working environment with free, onsite car parking across all our locations

Security Clearance Requirements:

Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.

Are you an experienced Programme Manager with a passion for leading complex, high-impact projects within the defence or aerospace sector? We’re looking for a driven and strategic Programme Manager to take ownership of a key customer-facing programme within the Land sector. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape the success of multiple international projects from design through to delivery.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Land Programme Manager, you will oversee a programme comprising several concurrent projects, each at different stages of their lifecycle. Your leadership will ensure successful planning, execution and stakeholder engagement, all while aligning with commercial objectives and ensuring robust risk and resource management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate multiple projects within a major Land sector programme
• Ensure integrated planning, risk management and resourcing across departments
• Drive delivery against profit, revenue and growth targets
• Participate in bid and proposal planning, estimating PM labour, and scheduling
• Launch and oversee R&D and customer contracts from inception to closure
• Liaise with engineering and functional leads to ensure technical and resource alignment
• Provide high-level project board communication and strategic stakeholder engagement
• Manage reporting on financials (revenue, cash-flow, margin forecasts, etc.)
• Mentor and support project managers while overseeing PM staffing needs

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Proven experience managing international defence/aerospace programmes
• Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement skills
• Recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, APM)
• Experience leading high-performing teams in a fast-paced, collaborative setting
• Engineering background and understanding of complex systems
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

Desirable:

• Degree in business, project management, or a related field

Personal Attributes:

• Analytical and strategic thinker with strong leadership skills
• Resilient, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage

What’s on Offer:

• Hybrid / flexible working arrangements
• Early finish on Fridays
• 28 days annual leave + Christmas closure + holiday purchase scheme
• Group pension plan (matched up to 5%)
• Income protection & life assurance
• Remote GP access, mental health support, physiotherapy services
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Discounts on gym memberships, high street retailers, and more
• Access to learning & development resources
• Onsite free parking

Security Requirements: Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. This includes proof of identity, right to work in the UK, and five years of UK residency.

Holt Executive are partnered Netherlands based supplier of AOCS, Propulsion, Avionics, and Thermal solutions for the Space industry.

Our partner is seeking a Program & Industrialization Manager to take the lead in the management and industrialization of a new propulsion system program. This role focusses on excellence, from both a development and customer perspective ensuring on time, on quality, and on cost delivery.

Key Responsibilities for the Program & Industrialization Manager:

• Overseeing customer requirements ensuring that contractual agreements in terms of Compliance, Risk, Schedule, Quality and Cost (Budget) are being met.
• Overarching responsibility for one, or multiple projects, spanning planning, definition, quality and profitability.
• Drive the industrialization of the product line whilst implementing an operational excellence mindset and vision.
• Constantly be thinking about continuously improve the overall project performance in line with the KPI’s.
• Preparation of proposals, with input from the wider team for specific expertise areas or volumes.
• Monthly status reporting during the Project Status Review (PSR).
• Build a strong and effective organization by selecting, training, appraising, developing and motivating the team.
• Keeping up to date with the market and potential opportunities.

Key Skills & Experience for the Program & Industrialization Manager:

• 5+ years’ experience in a Project Management role within the space industry.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Project Management role in space industry.
• Experience in management of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Skilled in operational excellence implementation.
• Experience in introduction and ramp-up of new products in production.
• Experience in scaling businesses, optimizing processes, streamlining resources, and ensuring quality.
• Experience in financial management and reporting, including familiarity with ERP and planning software.
• Strong communication skills, ability to reflect and knows how to motivate others.
• Proficiency in (technical) English (C2). Intermediate in Dutch (B1).
• Driver’s license and willingness to travel.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the Schengen Area.

This opportunity is an onsite position near Roosendaal, The Netherlands.