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Hardware Engineer (SATCOM)
Are you ready to help shape the future of space and satellite communications?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Hardware Engineer to join a leading R&D team developing next-generation technologies for advanced satellite communication systems.
In this role, you’ll take full ownership of the electronic board development cycle, from concept and design through to testing, optimization, and integration. Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you’ll collaborate closely with optical, mechanical, and software experts to deliver high-performance, reliable mixed-signal electronics designed for use in space.
What You’ll Do
- Design, develop, test, and integrate reliable analog and mixed-signal electronics for satellite systems.
- Lead the full lifecycle of board design, including requirements definition, architecture, circuit design, component selection, PCB layout, and testing.
- Prepare manufacturing documentation and support production activities.
- Collaborate with internal and external technical specialists across hardware, software, optical, and mechanical domains.
- Contribute to system-level design reviews and ensure designs meet performance, environmental, and reliability standards.
What You’ll Bring
- MSc, PhD, or equivalent in Electronic Engineering or a related field.
- 7+ years’ experience designing and implementing mixed-signal electronics, from concept through to production.
- Expertise in analog/digital PLLs, control systems, ADCs/DACs, and operational amplifiers.
- Hands-on experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools (preferably Altium).
- Proficiency with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and vector network analyzers.
- Strong technical documentation and reporting skills.
- Willingness to travel across Europe and the US for collaboration and technical reviews.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with photodetectors, transimpedance amplifiers, microcontrollers, FPGAs, and RF components.
- Familiarity with laser and fiber optic components.
- Understanding of radiation effects on semiconductors and ESA standards.
- Background in aerospace or high-reliability electronics design.
Why Apply
You’ll join a passionate and technically accomplished team that’s pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in satellite communications. This is a hands-on engineering role where your designs will directly contribute to the next generation of secure, high-performance space technology.
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Senior Service Engineer Maritime Navigation & Communication Systems
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Senior Service Engineer to join a leading provider of maritime electronics, supporting vessels across the ARA region. This role offers the chance to work on advanced navigation and communication systems while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to the technical growth of the team.
You’ll be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of maritime navigation and communication systems onboard vessels. In addition, you’ll guide and support junior engineers, ensuring high-quality service delivery and technical excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform planned equipment checks, maintenance, Radio Surveys, and VDR APTs in line with IMO and Class Authority standards
- Carry out refit and retrofit jobs, including commissioning and participation in sea trials
- Mentor and support Junior Engineers to develop technical skills
- Drive high first-time fix rates and maintain productivity targets
- Act as a technical advisor to customers, supporting sales where required
- Collaborate with the wider technical team to share knowledge and best practices
- Stay updated through regular training on new technologies
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience with maritime navigation and communication systems
- Strong mentoring and leadership capabilities
- Product knowledge of leading navigation and communications brands
- Basic understanding of ship networks
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills
- Fluent in Dutch and English (verbal and written)
- Proactive, flexible, and able to travel within the ARA region
- Valid Passport and Driver’s Licence (VCA and IRATA certifications preferred)
- LRC or GOC radio licence is an advantage
What’s on Offer:
- A dynamic, international working environment with strong development opportunities
- Flat organisational structure with direct communication lines
- Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
- Continuous technical training and certifications in maritime systems
- Access to learning and technical academies
- Competitive benefits including company car, smartphone, laptop, pension scheme, sports allowance, and team events
If you’re ready to take your maritime engineering career to the next level, apply now and become part of an innovative and growing team supporting vessels worldwide.
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BD Director, EMS (UK)
Holt Executive is pleased to be supporting a critical Business Development Director hire for a global leader in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) sector. With over 1,000 employees and manufacturing facilities across the USA, Canada, China, Vietnam, and Mexico, our client delivers an innovative portfolio of EMS, Rapid Prototyping (ARP), NPI, and supply chain solutions.
We are seeking an entrepreneurial sales professional to drive growth and expand the company’s presence across the United Kingdom.
This role will focus on acquiring new logos (OEM’s) customers and deepening relationships with existing accounts, covering EMS, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA), and electro-mechanical products.
Key Responsibilities for the Business Development Director, EMS (UK):
- Identify and develop new customer opportunities across the UK in key OEM markets such as industrial, medical, IoT, energy, and communications.
- Map regional EMS market potential, focusing on medium-to-large OEMs with outsourcing needs.
- Lead customers through the full sales process, ensuring engagement and satisfaction.
- Build long-term relationships with decision-makers in supply chain, engineering, and executive leadership.
- Develop and deliver proposals, quotations, and presentations showcasing technical capabilities and value.
- Manage or collaborate with regional sales representatives to extend market coverage.
- Coordinate new program development, including quoting, NPI, and qualification activities.
- Maintain regular contact with customer teams to understand needs, resolve issues, and identify opportunities.
- Analyze territory potential, pipeline performance, and profitability.
- Prepare forecasts, budgets, and performance reports.
- Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and networking functions.
Key experience needed for the Business Development Director, EMS (UK):
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 5–10 years’ experience in business development or sales in EMS or OEM electronics.
- Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing processes and outsourcing models.
- Proven track record of identifying, developing, and closing complex B2B solutions.
- Entrepreneurial and self-directed, capable of building a regional footprint.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to influence executives.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and sales tools.
- Willingness to travel across the UK and occasionally internationally.
Business Development Manager Canada
Business Development Manager – Ottawa, Canada
Holt Executive is delighted to partner with a global leader in connectivity/communications and solutions to support the appointment of a Business Development Manager focused on driving growth within the Canadian Government and Defence markets.
This critical position will lead the identification, capture, and development of business opportunities with the Canadian Armed Forces and other key government stakeholders — playing a pivotal role in expanding our partner’s footprint across the Canadian Defence and Government communications landscape.
Key Responsibilities – Business Development Manager – Ottawa, Canada:
- Build and maintain influential relationships with key military personnel, agencies, and government stakeholders across Canada.
- Identify and shape customer requirements for programs aligned with the company’s portfolio of satellite communication products and secure networking solutions.
- Lead, develop, and execute effective capture strategies for Government and Defence programs within the region.
- Develop and maintain best-practice capture and bid management processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
- Stay informed on Defence funding, policy changes, and market trends to inform business development strategy.
- Support key stakeholders, including end-users and acquisition authorities, to ensure successful program delivery.
- Prepare and manage responses to RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes.
- Provide regular business reports to management, ensuring compliance with Canadian and regional governance regulations.
- Establish and maintain strategic partnerships and teaming arrangements with industry primes, subcontractors, and market representatives.
- Support the Regional Director in maintaining relationships with government, political, and Defence stakeholders.
Key Experience & Qualifications – Business Development Manager – Ottawa, Canada:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong technical sales background, with the ability to understand satellite, IP, and carrier network technologies.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity and Type 1 encryption technologies.
- Understanding of Government and Military markets across Land, Sea, and Air domains.
- Prior experience within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is highly desirable — experience with CANSOFCOM or Capability Requirements (ADM(IM)/DGIM/Services) is an asset.
- Proven business development or sales experience within the Defence or Government communications sectors.
- Experience working with or selling to large military contractors or system integrators.
- Proven experience managing bid and proposal processes and supporting project delivery.
If your skills and experience match this Business Development Manager – Ottawa, Canada opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!
Technical Service Delivery Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Technical Service Delivery Manager to play a key role in delivering complex, high-impact projects across defence and government communication programmes.
In this role, you’ll work closely with senior leadership to manage the implementation and through-life support of multiple technical service projects, ensuring successful delivery to time, cost, and performance requirements. You’ll be at the centre of mission-critical programmes supporting secure communications and satellite-based systems for the UK defence sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and coordinate multiple technical service and communication projects across several contracts.
- Manage full project lifecycles, from planning and documentation through to delivery and service transition.
- Produce and maintain detailed project documentation including management plans, schedules, and risk registers.
- Support engineering and technical teams in resolving complex project and service issues.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery and alignment with customer requirements.
- Represent the organisation at key customer and commercial meetings.
- Support bid activity for defence and government tenders.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project delivery and through-life support processes.
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience in project or service delivery management within the UK Defence or Government sectors.
- Background in electrical/electronic, IT networking, or satellite communication systems.
- Strong understanding of MOD contracting processes and procedures (Defence Digital, DE&S).
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
- Must hold or be eligible for DV Security Clearance.
- Degree in Engineering, Science, or related technical discipline (preferred).
What’s on Offer
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence and communications projects.
- Collaborative, mission-focused environment with a clear path for career progression.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
If you’re a proactive and technically minded project manager who thrives in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment, this is a chance to make a real impact in the defence and secure communications sector.

