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Project Manager

  • South East, West Sussex, Horsham, UK
  • £40000 - £50000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-35171

Holt Executive has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our client, a leading design and manufacturing business that specialises in electro-optics. Our client is at the forefront of the industry and is looking for someone to lead their team in delivering successful project outcomes.

As the Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing the entire engineering cycle to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with contracts.

Key Responsibilities for the Project Manager:

  • Launching assigned projects with comprehensive plans, including detailed schedules, resource forecasts, stage plans, and budgets.
  • Leading stakeholder engagement, capturing needs, managing expectations, and facilitating communication through organized meetings. You will maintain a clear project log for documentation purposes.
  • Developing and maintaining key project artefact’s like master schedules, plans, compliance matrices, and work breakdown structures, ensuring accuracy throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Collaborating with engineering leads and department heads to ensure technical processes are followed, critical success factors are identified and managed, and resource needs are accurately forecast.
  • Monitoring project costs closely, reporting potential budget risks to maintain accurate financial positioning.
  • Partnering with Finance on reports, managing revenue plans, updating estimates, forecasting margins, and providing clear explanations for changes alongside corrective plans.
  • Working with management to implement robust controls for production, data management, invoicing, shipping, and export controls.
  • Fostering continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and feedback throughout the project for process improvement and development within the team.

Key Skills & Experience Required by the Project Manager:

  • Proven record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
  • Experience in budget forecasting and management.
  • Experience in project scheduling.
  • Proven ability to create Project Management Plans for bids and tenders.
  • Procurement and Supply Chain experience.

Company Benefits:

  • 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
  • 28 days annual leave and Christmas closure.
  • Employee Help@Hand Service 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 Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across our sites to support and promote well-being.
  • Employee discounts scheme (including access to an additional wellbeing hub).
  • Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Due to the nature of the business, all 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 Project Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 

 

 

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Project Manager

  • Belgium
  • €60000 - €80000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-33094-1

Project Manager  Location: Belgium

Role Overview:
The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and successfully delivering projects that align with organizational goals, focusing on satellite communication technologies. This includes proposal support, contract negotiations, and managing resources to meet customer needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage internal/external resources, customer relationships, and project teams.
  • Ensure project adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
  • Support contract proposals and negotiations.

Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in Aerospace, Space, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
  • 4+ years in space systems, with 2+ years of project management experience.
  • Experience with ESA projects and security clearance is a plus.

Nice to have:

  • Experience of having worked with institutional, defense and international organizations would be considered as an asset;
  • Expertise in the following fields is considered a strong asset:
    • Knowledge of ECSS standards and ESA project lifecycle;
    • Experience with EU/ESA “protected” and “classified” projects.
  • Skilled in the daily usage of office and project management software (MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project…);
  • Willing to travel internationally.
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Sales Enablement Specialist

  • South East, Greater London, London, UK
  • Competitive
  • Interim/Contract
  • V-34291

Holt Executive are actively partnered with a world leader in global communication and technology to support a critical hire for a Sales Enablement Specialist.

We are seeking a dynamic Sales Enablement Specialist to collaborate across business sectors. You will manage the creation, delivery, and improvement of Product Management Programs (including launch, in-flight, and end-of-life phases), ensuring centrally stored content is accessible to enhance the customer journey.

As an ambassador for Sales Enablement, you will equip sales teams with the tools and knowledge to maximize opportunities and ensure product launch readiness.

Key Responsibilities below for the Sales Enablement Specialist:

  • Facilitate product launches by preparing sales teams to effectively understand and sell solutions.
  • Embed a “sales-ready” process within product development, ensuring accessible by the team and content is organized centrally stored (Seismic).
  • Administer and maintain timely, accurate, and relevant sales content across all sales stages in strategic enablement platforms.
  • Standardize sales enablement approaches across all sectors while maintaining a centre of excellence.
  • Facilitate meetings, communications, and virtual sessions for the global sales team.
  • Foster a high-performing sales team culture through ongoing learning, market trend awareness, and skill development.
  • Track and analyze sales content usage, providing actionable insights to enhance customer journeys and shape marketing campaigns.
  • Manage various sales enablement projects and activities, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies and objectives.
  • Promote a unified sales team mentality through standardized programs and clear strategies that align with company goals.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote best practices, demonstrate sales methodologies, and effectively utilize technologies.

Key experience and qualifications for the Sales Enablement Specialist:

  • Proven experience in a Sales Enablement role.
  • Proficiency with Seismic and Salesforce platforms.
  • Confident in delivering sales training across an organization.
  • Highly organized with exceptional project management skills.
  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and processes.
  • Strong analytical capabilities to leverage data for process improvements.
  • Commercially astute with an aptitude for understanding market dynamics and customer feedback.
  • Calm and focused under pressure, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Confident communicator, adept at explaining processes, methodologies, and technologies.
  • Skilled in building relationships across all organizational levels, proven ability to work effectively in dispersed and matrixed teams.
  • Experience working in matrixed corporate environments with diverse internal stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with senior business leaders to deliver impactful solutions that meet expectations.

 
If your qualifications and experience align with this Sales Enablement Specialist opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration. 

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Senior Software Engineer

  • South East, Berkshire, Barkham, UK
  • £60000 - £65000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-35204

Holt Executive is partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join their innovative team, supporting cutting-edge video and imaging processing products.

 

Key Responsibilities for Senior Software Engineer:
 

  • Design, develop, and test application software and Linux drivers for video applications on custom embedded hardware.
  • Provide technical support and integration assistance to international customers.
  • Develop system specifications, test documentation, and unit tests in a continuous integration environment.
  • Fault-find, debug, and resolve issues in complex systems.
  • Assist with the administration and successful delivery of engineering projects.
  • Continuously improve team procedures and working practices.
  • Opportunity to take on team-leading responsibilities if desired.

 

Key Experience for Senior Software Engineer:
 
Essential: 

  • Degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics, or Physics.
  • Proven experience in C++ development for Windows and Linux using Microsoft Visual Studio.
  • Expertise in Linux driver development for ARM processors.
  • A team player with initiative and adaptability in an Agile environment.
  • Strong technical leadership experience.

 

Desirable:

  • Experience in video processing or computer vision algorithms.
  • Video streaming application development and HMI development using OpenGL.
  • Familiarity with CUDA, OpenCV, and GPU computing technologies.
  • Experience interfacing with custom hardware and FPGAs.
  • Customer-facing experience.
  • Coaching and mentoring abilities to support team talent development.

 

Why Join? 

  • Flexible hours: 37.5-hour week with lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
  • Hybrid working: Enjoy the flexibility of remote and onsite work.
  • Annual leave: 28 days, plus Christmas closure and a holiday purchasing scheme.
  • Pension: Matched contributions up to 5%.
  • Wellbeing support: Access to remote GP services, mental health pathways, physiotherapy consultations, and more.
  • Professional growth: Excellent learning and development opportunities.
  • Additional perks: Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, gym discounts, high street rewards platform, and regular sports/social activities.

 

Security Clearance

Applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance, requiring proof of identity, employment history, and UK residency for at least five years.

 

Ready to make a difference?

Apply now to join a team where innovation meets impact. Your expertise will drive solutions that are relied upon in critical environments worldwide.

 

 

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Resourcing Assistant – Recruitment/HR

  • South East, West Sussex, Horsham, UK
  • £24000 - £28000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-35105

Holt Executive is partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, seeking a Resourcing Assistant to join their HR and Talent team. As a Resourcing Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Resourcing Business Partner to ensure a seamless recruitment process for both candidates and hiring managers. This position combines administrative precision, interpersonal engagement, and the chance to develop skills that are highly valued in the HR and recruitment sectors.

Are you passionate about connecting people with opportunities and building meaningful relationships? This is your chance to step into a role that offers a springboard into the world of recruitment, talent acquisition, and human resources. Whether you’re starting your career or looking to expand your skills, this opportunity provides a blend of hands-on experience, professional growth, and exposure to dynamic HR and Recruitment projects within a supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with hiring managers to prepare effective and inclusive job descriptions.
  • Advertise vacancies through the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and job boards.
  • Screen external applicants and manage candidate progression via the ATS.
  • Coordinate and schedule interviews, maintaining the interview schedule and ensuring a consistent process.
  • Conduct competency-based interviews and gather post-interview feedback.
  • Manage offer processes, including verbal offers, offer letters, and contracts.
  • Oversee the onboarding process, acting as the main point of contact for new starters.
  • Maintain recruitment trackers and manage the recruitment inbox.
  • Participate in HR and resourcing team projects, contributing to continuous improvement.

Key Experience

  • Degree-level qualifications or equivalent.
  • Proven ability to thrive in an office environment.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

  • Familiarity with ATS systems.
  • Previous exposure to a recruitment environment.

Why Join?

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements and early Friday finishes.
  • Competitive benefits, including matched pension contributions, income protection, and life assurance.
  • Access to wellbeing initiatives, gym discounts, and regular social activities.
  • Learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
  • A collaborative environment that champions integrity, teamwork, excellence, and courage.

This role is more than a job – it’s a pathway to shaping your future in recruitment and HR. Ready to start your journey? Apply today!
 

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Principal Electronics Engineer

  • South East, West Sussex, UK
  • £65000 - £75000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid, flexible working, half-day Fridays, discount schemes, & more!
  • Permanent
  • V-33068-1

Are you an experienced Electronics Engineer ready to lead and innovate?

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading design and manufacturing business that specialises in electro-optics and supplies to a variety of markets across the globe.

Our partner is seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to help lead electronics design within a team of 15 engineers, providing significant experience and insight to project development and acting as a role model for less experienced engineers, engaging in substantial R&D developments and analytical research.

The role is anticipated to be dual Electrical and Electronic, with the following definitions:

  • Electronics Engineer providing expertise of circuit design, components, and PCB technology. Working in technology areas of EMC, Power Management, Servo Control, processor interfacing and communications.
  • Electrical Engineer providing expertise in the realms of power and signal transmission over wired medium with ability to define and objectively review an overall architecture, including power management, system wiring and knowledge of production processes.

Key Responsibilities for the Principal Electronics Engineer:

  • The role will often include leading headline projects for the business and will be expected to set the standards of good engineering practice, leading by example, and often be seen as an expert in their given field. The Principal Engineer is expected to proactively review and enhance engineering processes, with inherent drive and passion for innovating all aspects of work.
  • Regular communication with senior management, directors and key customers, and often helping to support development of bids, proposals and acquisition of new business.
  • Take a lead role in developing or enhancing technology within the business, providing subject matter expertise for technology areas and apply these to R&D development activities or projects.
  • Take technical leadership of multi-disciplined projects, with ability to foster a culture a systematic approach.
  • Take a line management supporting role to support other engineers as part of a smaller sub team overseeing development, training and support needs.

Key Skills & Experience for the Principal Electronics Engineer:

  • Strong degree in a related discipline accredited by the IET.
  • Typically, 10 years relevant experience expected.
  • Experience of leading and supervising projects or people.
  • Solid all-round theoretical and practical understanding of electronics designs.
  • Ability to complete analysis-based activities i.e. (circuit emulation, performance, or power budgets).
  • Ability to highlight key project risks, schedules, mitigations and identify critical design activities.
  • Overall awareness of the full project lifecycle ranging from bids through to continuing customer support.
  • A proven track record of innovation-based approaches to all aspects of engineering/leadership.
  • Ability to investigate and fault find technical problems at PCB or system level, with capability to identify root cause or procedural reforms.

Company Benefits:

  • 37.5 hour working week.
  • Lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
  • 28 days annual leave.
  • Christmas closure.
  • Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
  • Income protection scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Employee Help@Hand service 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.
  • Group electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Due to the nature of the business, applicants 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 Principal Electronics Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

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Engineering Delivery Manager

  • South East, West Sussex, Crawley, UK
  • £70000 - £85000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-34968

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading technology innovator in search of an Engineering Delivery Manager. This newly created role is vital for driving success by leading multi-disciplinary teams in the delivery of innovative products and services for state-of-the-art technology.
 
As the Engineering Delivery Manager, you will need to come with proven experience in managing large engineering teams with a passion and drive to succeed at every milestone.  Overseeing complex work packages, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, to specification, and in compliance with industry standards. Your leadership, technical governance and programme management will be pivotal in shaping the business growth throughout 2025 and beyond.
 
Key Responsibilities for the Engineering Delivery Manager:
 

  • Lead and manage cross-functional teams, including software, hardware and systems engineers to deliver high-quality products and services.
  • Act as the primary owner of work packages ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality are aligned with project goals.
  • Implement technical governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with aerospace industry standards and best practices.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external customers to ensure alignment on project objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
  • Drive risk management processes, identifying and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure the delivery of products and services meets the regulatory and quality standards critical to the aerospace industry

 
Key Skills & Essential Experience for the Engineering Delivery Manager:
 

  • Proven experience as an Engineering Work Package Owner/Delivery Manager, Project Manager or Technical Lead in engineering/ manufacturing industries.
  • Knowledge of aerospace standards and experience in ensuring compliance with these standards.
  • Strong track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
  • Excellent engineering project management and technical governance skills, with the ability to manage risks and drive teams to achieve challenging goals.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience reporting to senior leadership and engaging with customers.

 
 
If your skills and experience match this Engineering Delivery Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!
 

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer

  • South East, West Sussex, UK
  • £50000 - £60000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-32903-2

Holt Executive is collaborating with an industry-leading bespoke manufacturing and engineering specialist who design, build, and supply advanced and future-proofed technology to the Naval, Land and Security sectors across the globe.

Our partner has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to take the lead in designing and developing embedded software and Windows-based user interfaces.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Embedded Software Engineer:

  • Lead the end-to-end development of software applications, from concept design and requirements definition to detailed design and coding.
  • Design and develop software applications, covering all stages from concept to detailed coding.
  • Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics engineers to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Oversee all software requirements and address issues throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Create robust software with a focus on fault management, fault reporting, and application health monitoring.
  • Develop and maintain supporting documentation, including interface control documents, user manual inputs, and fault code lists with corrective actions.
  • Assist customers with integration, commissioning, and problem resolution, including on-site support when necessary.

Key Skills and Experience for the Senior Embedded Software Engineer:

Essential –

  • Strong degree in a related discipline.
  • Experience of embedded software design and appreciation of associated hardware.
  • Strong mathematics background.
  • Experience in leading technical software projects.
  • Experience of embedded software design and good general appreciation of associated hardware.
  • Experience of writing C/C++ for embedded applications.
  • Experience of the design and development of control systems, preferably of motor control principles and theory and interfaces.

Embedded Software/Firmware:

  • Experience of using STM32 processors and Keil uVision development environment and tools.
  • Communications such as Ethernet, RS422/UART, CAN, SPI etc.
  • Hardware interfacing, GPIO, ADC, DACs etc.

Windows/User Interfaces:

  • Understanding of developing desktop application and user centric interface design.
  • QT and QT Creator– multiplatform development environment in C++.
  • Visual Studio C++ and C#.
  • Low latency programming techniques.
  • Networking (TCP/UDP).

 
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, all 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.

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Systems Engineer – Requirements Capture and Management

  • South East, West Sussex, Horsham, UK
  • £35000 - £45000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-32436-1

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading Design and Manufacturing business that specialises in electro-optics and supply into a variety of markets across the globe.

They have an immediate requirement for an experienced Systems Engineer to assist in all phases across the complete systems engineering lifecycle. This will include requirement capture, system architecture design and verification/validation activities. 

Key Responsibilities for the Systems Engineer:

  • Undertaking the requirement specification, architectural design, verification and validation of systems on projects.
  • Development of system requirements from high-level customer requirements to sub-system and component-level requirements.
  • Manage compliance against statutory regulations and defence standards.
  • Applying practical skills in design techniques for defence and commercial applications, understanding key process tools and technologies.
  • Producing block diagrams, detailed design drawings and supporting calculations
  • Practical evaluation of new and emerging technologies
  • Working closely with the wider engineering team to manage design changes and solve problems on complex systems.
  • Work with customers to assist integration, commissioning and problem resolution activities
  • International and Domestic travel will be required

 
Key Skills & Experience for the Systems Engineer:

  • A strong academic background with a degree in a relevant engineering discipline is required.
  • Proven technical knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements management, system design process (including system and sub-system specification) and product validation and verification.
  • Previous experience of Naval or Military Systems is desired.
  • Excellent Relationship Management
  • Complex problem solving with the ability to produce clear and concise technical documentation and evidence system-level thinking
  • A working knowledge of IP networks would be beneficial.

 
Company Benefits:

  • Group Pension Plan – up to 4% matched employer contributions.
  • Income Protection Scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including; remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, physiotherapy consultations.
  • Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
  • Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as you Earn Scheme.
  • Group Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, including access to Aviva 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.
  • Employee discounts scheme (inc access to an additional wellbeing hub).
  • Recruitment recommendation bonus.
  • Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.
  • Great working environment with free, onsite car parking across all our locations.
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Bid Manager

  • Vlaams Brabant, Leuven, Belgium
  • €55000 - €65000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-33050-1

Holt Executive are proud to be working with a growing company who empower satellites with next-gen agility and aim to become the leader in satellite attitude control by 2030. They are seeking an innovative Bid Manager to join our dynamic, multidimensional team. You’ll collaborate on cutting-edge projects, from motion control technologies to space mission innovations.

What They Offer:

  • Opportunity to work with a passionate and diverse team
  • A pivotal role in scalable space solutions
  • Competitive salary and growth opportunities

Skills:

  • You can engage on a technical level with project stakeholder & team members (i.e. understand the key drivers of a technical task, help trading off solutions & alternatives, support the compromises & decision making with engineers)
  • You thrive in the dynamic environment of a small company (< 20 people) where decisions can be made quickly with the founders and the team.
  • You are willing grow in the company as it expand internationally and help setup teams abroad.
  • Write successful bids for ESA and European Commission 
  • Experience within the space sector

Who They Hire:

They hire people who are not averse to taking risks – they do not hold back their employees in any way when those risky initiatives fail. They don’t hire people for a specific task and will not hemmed in by role definition or organizational structure. Their team members are encouraged to test their own ideas and they are looking for people who don’t keep quiet when they disagree with something, people who get bored easily and need to discover and learn a lot. They aim at hiring people who are multidimensional, combining technical depth with business savvy and creative flair.

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