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Holt Executive are partnered with a bespoke manufacturing and engineering specialist who design, build, and supply advanced and future-proofed technology to the Naval, Land and Security sectors globally.

Innovation is at the heart of everything that they do.

Due to their continued growth, they require a Quality Engineer to be responsible for Quality Assurance activity at their headquarters in West Sussex.

The Quality Engineer will be responsible for ensuring project milestones and customer design requirements are fulfilled, and will also assist with ISO 9001 requirements, ESD and FOD precautions, new starter inductions and training. 

Key Responsibilities for the Quality Engineer:

• Being the voice of Quality Assurance within project/design gateway reviews.
• Customer-facing liaison on day-to-day quality issues and requirements, including customer witnessed testing.
• Supporting the maintenance and continual improvement of the QMS to ensure that ISO 9001 requirements are satisfied.
• Conducting internal audits with process/function owners to monitor operation and effectiveness of the QMS and to facilitate continual improvement.
• Ensuring that appropriate corrective actions, resulting from recorded non-conformances, are implemented and effective.
• Working closely with the Supply Chain team for regional on-site supplier assessment & approval. Liaison with suppliers to facilitate the on-time supply of conforming materials and services.
• Reviewing customer bids and contracts for quality requirements, and preparation and maintenance of project Quality Plans.
• Fault analysis and reports on customer returns.

Skills & Experience required by the Quality Engineer:

• Recent experience in a Quality role in a relevant engineering/manufacturing environment.
• HND or higher qualification in manufacturing/engineering discipline.
• Experience with project-related Quality Assurance.

Company Benefits

• 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
• 28 days annual leave & Christmas closure.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
• 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.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across 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, staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance.

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

Holt Executive are partnered with a bespoke manufacturing and engineering specialist who design, build, and supply advanced and future-proofed technology to the Naval, Land and Security sectors globally.

Innovation is at the heart of everything that they do.

Due to their continued growth, they require a Quality Engineer to be responsible for Quality Assurance activity at the Plymouth Naval Centre of Excellence.

The Quality Engineer will be responsible for ensuring project milestones and customer design requirements are fulfilled, and will also assist with ISO 9001 requirements, ESD and FOD precautions, new starter inductions and training. 

Key Responsibilities for the Quality Engineer:

• Being the voice of Quality Assurance within project/design gateway reviews.
• Customer-facing liaison on day-to-day quality issues and requirements, including customer witnessed testing.
• Supporting the maintenance and continual improvement of the QMS to ensure that ISO 9001 requirements are satisfied.
• Conducting internal audits with process/function owners to monitor operation and effectiveness of the QMS and to facilitate continual improvement.
• Ensuring that appropriate corrective actions, resulting from recorded non-conformances, are implemented and effective.
• Working closely with the Supply Chain team for regional on-site supplier assessment & approval. Liaison with suppliers to facilitate the on-time supply of conforming materials and services.
• Reviewing customer bids and contracts for quality requirements, and preparation and maintenance of project Quality Plans.
• Fault analysis and reports on customer returns.

Skills & Experience required by the Quality Engineer:

• Recent experience in a Quality role in a relevant engineering/manufacturing environment.
• HND or higher qualification in manufacturing/engineering discipline.
• Experience with project-related Quality Assurance.

Company Benefits

• 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
• 28 days annual leave & Christmas closure.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
• 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.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across 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, staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance.

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

Holt Executive are partnered with a US based new space company who in a joint venture with their European counterparts, are looking to enter the satellite manufacturing business.

Officially founded in 2024, this venture is a significant milestone in the group’s strategic expansion. Backed by over 170m Dollars raised in 2024, this venture is poised to launch their first satellites in 2025.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Satellite Payload Communication Systems Engineer to play a crucial role in managing and optimizing satellite payload communication systems.
 
Key Skills & Experience Required by the Satellite Payload Communication Systems Engineer: 

• Vast experience and knowledge in satellite communication systems, radio frequency engineering, and signal processing.
• Experience and knowledge with payload communication protocols, data links, and modulation schemes.
• An understanding of satellite communication standards such as CCSDS.
• Strong understanding of antenna systems, frequency bands, and propagation models.
• Experience and expertise in software-defined radios (SDR) and networking protocols.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• US Citizenship.

 
This opportunity is an on-site position, based in Boulder, Colorado.
 
If your skills and experience match this Satellite Payload Communication Systems Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV now!

Holt Executive are partnered with a global aerospace and defence technology innovator who provide highly advanced defence and commercial technologies to aerospace, aviation, land and sea, delivering solutions that meet global customers’ mission-critical needs.

Our partner require Software Engineers to join the Cyber and Intelligence team, working from their site in either Tewkesbury or Fleet. The Cyber and Intelligence team works closely with UK Government and Security Agencies primarily in the areas of crypto/cyber security, electronic warfare, counter drone capabilities and situation awareness.

They are recruiting Software Engineers at multiple levels, so if you are a Software Engineering professional with expertise in one or more of the following areas/languages, please do get in touch.

Flexible, condensed or reduced working hours available, i.e. 4-day condensed working week, 9-day fortnights, 12pm finish every Friday, etc.

Due to the nature of the business, applicants hold or be eligible to obtain UK security clearance.

 
Experience required by the Software Engineer:

• Solid experience of object orientated design and implementation principles (OOD, OOP)
• Previous Software Engineering experience in one or more of the languages listed below.
• Lifecycle experience – some or all of planning, requirements, architecture, design, implementation, unit test, integration test, release, associated reviews.
• Ability to solve complex problems autonomously or as part of a team.
• Track record of producing reliable, robust, intuitive, maintainable software.
• Demonstrated ability to document, plan and execute assigned work in line with schedule and budget.
• Demonstrated ability to document, plan and manage software team activities (desirable).
• Experience of setting up, monitoring and reporting appropriate metrics throughout the software project lifecycle (desirable).
• Coaching and mentoring experience (desirable). 

Tech Stack:

Strongly Desirable:

• C++
• Embedded C

Desirable:

• Python
• C#
• Rust
• Linux development environment experience
• Containerisation
• Configuration / change control, e.g. GitLab

Beneficial:

• Java
• React / Angular, etc
• Dev(Sec)Ops experience
• Agile / Kanban awareness

Benefits:

• £3,000 to £6,000 DV Annual Bonus (please note this level of clearance isn’t essential for this role).
• Flexible, condensed or reduced working hours available, i.e. 4-day condensed working week, 9-day fortnights,12pm finish every Friday, etc.
• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service.
• Private medical insurance (plus optional family cover).
• Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution.
• Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
• Group income protection.
• Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme.
• Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support.
• Professional registration with the IET.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Due to the nature of the business, applicants hold or be eligible to obtain UK security clearance.

If your skills and experience match this Software Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV now!

Holt Executive is proud to partner with a global leader in aerospace and defense technology. Our partner is renowned for delivering cutting-edge defense and commercial solutions across aerospace, aviation, land, and sea, addressing mission-critical needs for customers worldwide.

They are currently seeking a DSP Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing advanced signal processing algorithms for essential applications in telecommunications and imaging.

Key Responsibilities for the DSP Engineer:

• Design and implement algorithms for digital signal processors for embedded systems.
• Perform simulations to design signal processing algorithms and capture design specifications.
• Develop and implement software systems testing procedures including programming and documentation.
• Provide technical support to internal and external customers.

 
Key Skills and Experience Required by the DSP Engineer:   

• Knowledge of digital and RF hardware, its limitations, and the effects on system performance.
• Sound understanding of DSP theory with experience of algorithm development such as Filtering, FFTs, Channelisation, Signal Detection, etc.
• Knowledgeable in RF and Communications Theory with experience of developing digital communications systems or sub-systems.
• Degree qualified in a STEM subject, with an understanding of Digital Signal Processing algorithms.
• Proficient user of MATLAB and Simulink.

Company Benefits:

• Flexible, condensed or reduced working hours available, i.e. 4-day condensed working week, 9-day fortnights, 12 pm finish every Friday, etc.
• Hybrid working where possible.
• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service.
• Private medical insurance with optional family cover.
• Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution
• Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
• Group income protection.
• Flexible opt-in extras such as health care, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support.
• Professional registration with the IET.

 
Security Clearance Requirements:
Due to the nature of the business, applicants hold or be eligible to obtain UK security clearance.

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

Do you have a passion for technology and ensuring quality?

Holt Executive is seeking an Electronics Test Engineer to join their innovative partner company, a leader in electro-optics design and manufacturing. This company offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a dynamic environment.

The successful Electronics Test Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the quality and functionality of electro-optical-mechanical products across all stages of development.

Key Responsibilities for the Electronics Test Engineer:

• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests using standard workshop equipment, including power supplies, digital multimeters, and oscilloscopes.
• Assist in developing test procedures and FAT documentation.
• Troubleshoot and fault-find on electromechanical equipment.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members.
• Adhere to company procedures, policies, and objectives.
• Always follow health and safety regulations and guidelines.
• Comply with procedures as outlined in the Quality Manual.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in line with ISO 9001 standards.
• Help keep the office and workshop clean and organised, ensuring good project housekeeping.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide support to field service operations as needed.

 
Key Skills & Experience Required by the Electronics Test Engineer:  
Essential –

• Excellent knowledge of manual testing of electrical and electro-mechanical 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 testing and integration.
• Computer Literate and competent with using Microsoft Word and Excel packages.

Desirable –

• PCB testing and fault-finding experience
• Good knowledge of digital cameras and video protocols.
• Knowledge of automated test software.
• PLC programming.
• Experience in CAD packages.
• Experience in communication protocols.
• Understanding of networking and network infrastructure.

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 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 Electronics Test Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Holt Executive are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to join a leading design and manufacturing business in West Sussex.

The Senior Quality Engineer will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Quality Management System (QMS), and assigning work to and supporting the Quality Engineers.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Quality Engineer:

• Supporting the maintenance and continual improvement of the QMS to ensure satisfaction of BS EN ISO 9001 requirements.
• Conducting internal audits to monitor operation and effectiveness of the QMS and to facilitate continual improvement.
• Ensuring that appropriate corrective actions, resulting from recorded non-conformances, are implemented and effective.
• Development of QMS elements with process-owners including process, procedure & operating instructions.
• Working closely with the Supply Chain team – Responsibility for on-site supplier assessment & approval. Liaison with suppliers to facilitate the on-time supply of conforming materials and services from external providers resolution of issues with non-compliant product.
• Reviewing customer bids and contracts for Quality requirements and preparation of Quality Plans.

Skills & Experience required by the Senior Quality Engineer:

• Experienced in the management of a QMS within a design and manufacturing environment.
• Qualified to minimum HNC/HND or relevant equivalent; (Engineering related discipline is highly desirable).
• Experienced in managing and conducting internal and supplier audits.
• Experienced in “8D” problem solving methodology within an SME and with suppliers, including use of 5-Whys and Ishikawa/Cause and effect diagrams.
• Able to create and develop clear and concise QMS elements including processes, procedures, and workflows.

Company Benefits

• 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
• 28 days annual leave & Christmas closure.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
• 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.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across 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, staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance.
 
If your skills and experience match this Senior Quality Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

Holt Executive are currently partnered with a global leader in Space Sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology and engineering innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to tackle the growing problem of space debris, making space and our orbits safer for future generations.

They require a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Marketing & Communications Officer. Positioned within the wider UK Commercial Team, the Marketing and Communications Team works closely with Business Development, Business Analysis, Sales and Policy to market and raise awareness of the company’s products, services, technical developments, and regulatory progress.

The Marketing & Communications Officer plays a key role within the team, supporting all marketing and communications activities, delivering effective marketing campaigns to raise brand awareness and generate leads, and taking the lead on event management, merchandise and outreach.
 

Responsibilities for the Marketing & Communications Officer:

• Supporting the team to develop plans on conference and events attendance to meet specific targets, managing the calendar and logistics for all UK & Europe based events.
• Providing company representation at conferences and events.
• Managing the inventory and budget for merchandise and materials, scoping requirements and placing orders for new merchandise.
• Supporting the team to develop campaigns and implement plans for assigned products and services.
• Managing capture and distribution of contacts and leads through Salesforce and tracking and evaluating lead generation and marketing campaign success.
• Providing public relations and media support, drafting press releases, carrying out regular media monitoring and evaluation.
• Assisting with the development of high-quality written content for dissemination across the company’s digital channels.
• Supporting the Digital & Creative Marketing Manager to develop digital and print assets including video, infographics, banners and other marketing materials.

Experience required by the Marketing & Communications Officer:

• A higher education qualification (e.g. degree or diploma) in marketing/communications or a related subject.
• Experience working in a busy marketing and/or communications team, preferably in an engineering, technology, science, or space company.
• Experience managing events and/or coordinating event logistics.
• Good English writing and editing skills, able to succinctly summarise complex technical information for different audiences.
• Some experience in drafting copy such as press releases, blogs, newsletters etc.
• Some experience of using social media platforms and management tools.
• A flexible and can-do approach to delivering tasks on time and to a high quality.
• Experience working within the space industry (desirable).

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a highly talented, diverse & dynamic international team with cutting edge technology.
• Flexible working around core hours in a friendly and supportive environment.
• Hybrid working available (dependent on individual role requirements).
• 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday.
• Life insurance and long-term sick pay.
• Private healthcare.

If your skills and experience match this Marketing & Communications Officer opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Holt Executive are partnered with a global leader in Space Sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who is making hugely positive contributions to the growing problem of orbital space debris.

They require a Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead to be responsible for crafting achievable mission operations plans that consider both how the mission can be run smoothly and the limitations it faces. To achieve this, you’ll work closely with engineers across space and ground systems.

The successful Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead will be required to have a deep understanding of mission operations and the ability to collaborate effectively with the Mission Operations Team.

This opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package, featuring visa sponsorship and relocation package.

 Key Responsibilities for the Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead:

• Lead the provision of operational aspects, constraints, requirements and experience in mission development.
• Communicate the operational needs to space and ground segment design.
• Define and plan operational system testing (e.g. SVTs) for execution in collaboration with the Mission Operations Team.
• Contribute to the development of mission operations concepts, and mission review cycles (PDR, CDR, GSQR, ORR etc), reliably predicting and addressing operational concerns during the mission development process.
• Define operability requirements and user stories, to support the design of the Space segment.
• In collaboration with space segment engineers, lead the preparation of spacecraft user manuals and other operations documentation.
• Provide operations expertise at system, subsystem and unit levels, supporting ongoing mission development, bid proposals and other activities as required.
• Investigate spacecraft anomalies and participate in the anomaly resolution process.
• Propose and develop operational solutions to enable a team of engineers to control multiple in-flight spacecraft.
• Support Mission execution team and team training in preparation for launch.

Team Lead Responsibilities for the Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead:

• Line management of team members and team coordination, task prioritisation.
• Support team development, training and recruitment processes.
• Overall responsibility for the team’s technical output.
• Identify and resolve key technical and schedule risks in your team’s plans.

Key Skills & Experience for the Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead:

• University degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• 10+ years of demonstrable space mission industry experience, including real-time operations as part of a flight control team operating a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) mission through the complete life cycle.
• Space and ground segment engineering experience is also beneficial.
• Comprehensive knowledge of satellite subsystems, in particular AOCS/GNC or OBDH/CDH.
• Familiarity of the operation of Mission Control systems (preferably SCOS-2000 based), mission planning processes, flight procedure development and automation, monitoring and control, onboard software management, configuration management of operational products and simulator facilities.
• Knowledge of ‘Functional Avionics’ and the conceptualisation of how to use OBSW and ground systems to fulfil a mission following operational constraints.
• Experience supporting critical mission phases as Spacecraft Team Lead or similar, providing coordinated, timely and accurate input to the mission operations team.

If your skills and experience match this Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

Holt Executive are currently partnered with a global leader in Space and Satellite sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to the growing problem of orbital space debris.

They require a Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer to be involved in critical missions, involving complex manoeuvres, approaching, and docking satellites and avoiding debris. The appointee will experience a range of orbital environments and scenarios as the company perform not only the standard operational lifecycle but also rendezvous, docking and separation activities. The role will include the design, development, testing and operations of the complete Flight Dynamics suite.

The company offer hybrid working and flexible hours, and you will join a team of highly talented engineers working on cutting-edge technology, in their office and cleanroom facility in Oxford.
 
Responsibilities for the Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer:

• Define flight dynamics requirements.
• Participate in the design of the Flight Dynamics Systems.
• Develop algorithms and software for specific FDS modules.
• Be responsible for SSA processes: conjunction warning assessment, and collision avoidance planning, execution and evaluation.
• Plan, support the execution of and evaluate the performance of, spacecraft orbital and attitude manoeuvres.
• Support the design of the Ground Segment Concept of operations.
• Perform required mission and system analysis studies, preparation of technical notes and attendance at technical meetings.
• Perform routine and critical real-time operations.
• Participate in 24/7 shifts (for mission phases) and on-call rotations, such that safe and efficient operations are ensured on a 24/7 basis.

 Skills & Experience required by the Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer:

• Right to work in the UK and eligible for a Security Clearance application (Mandatory).
• University degree in aeronautics, computer science, software engineering, mathematics or relevant science discipline.
• 5+ years’ commercial Space flight dynamics experience.
• Experience in using simulation software MATLAB or similar.
• Experience with Mission Analysis & requirements definition.

 Benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Opportunity to work with a highly talented international team working on cutting-edge technology
• Flexible working around core hours
• Hybrid working available (dependent on individual role requirements)
• 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday
• Life insurance and long-term sick pay
• Private healthcare (taxable benefit)

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