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Principal / Lead Software Engineer
Are you ready to take the lead in developing cutting-edge embedded software solutions for next-generation Electronic Warfare systems? We’re seeking a Principal / Lead Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in driving innovative and mission-critical solutions.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to combine hands-on development with leadership, guiding a multidisciplinary team and delivering robust embedded solutions in a high-integrity environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers
- Take ownership of project planning, technical reviews, and reporting
- Drive all phases of the software lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, testing, and integration
- Develop embedded software using RTOSs such as VxWorks or embedded Linux
- Deploy software across multi-core or distributed hardware platforms
- Collaborate closely with hardware and firmware teams to deliver integrated systems
- Follow standards such as RTCA DO-178C and MISRA C/C++ for airborne software development
- Contribute to design reviews, gate reviews, and agile development ceremonies
What You’ll Bring:
- Strong experience with C++(14 or above)
- Proficiency in UML and Object-Oriented Design techniques
- Deep understanding of the full software lifecycle in regulated environments
- Experience working in Agile environments (e.g. Scrum), with tools like Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, and GitLab
- Exposure to airborne software standards such as RTCA DO-178C DAL C or similar
- Ability to communicate effectively and influence technical direction
Bonus Skills:
- Familiarity with tools like Matlab Simulink, Cameo, DOORS, or Dimensions
- Previous experience in systems requiring high design assurance and real-time performance
- Capability to operate as a technical authority or team lead
Requirements:
- Degree in Software, Electronics, or another STEM-based discipline
- Must be a UK national and eligible for full UK security clearance
Join a dynamic, forward-thinking team where you can lead innovative projects, grow technically, and contribute to the future of electronic warfare systems.
Apply now and help shape the next generation of mission-critical defence technology.
Principal / Lead Software Engineer
Are you ready to take the lead in developing cutting-edge embedded software solutions for next-generation Electronic Warfare systems? We’re seeking a Principal / Lead Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in driving innovative and mission-critical solutions.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to combine hands-on development with leadership, guiding a multidisciplinary team and delivering robust embedded solutions in a high-integrity environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers
- Take ownership of project planning, technical reviews, and reporting
- Drive all phases of the software lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation, testing, and integration
- Develop embedded software using RTOSs such as VxWorks or embedded Linux
- Deploy software across multi-core or distributed hardware platforms
- Collaborate closely with hardware and firmware teams to deliver integrated systems
- Follow standards such as RTCA DO-178C and MISRA C/C++ for airborne software development
- Contribute to design reviews, gate reviews, and agile development ceremonies
What You’ll Bring:
- Strong experience with C++(14 or above)
- Proficiency in UML and Object-Oriented Design techniques
- Deep understanding of the full software lifecycle in regulated environments
- Experience working in Agile environments (e.g. Scrum), with tools like Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, and GitLab
- Exposure to airborne software standards such as RTCA DO-178C DAL C or similar
- Ability to communicate effectively and influence technical direction
Bonus Skills:
- Familiarity with tools like Matlab Simulink, Cameo, DOORS, or Dimensions
- Previous experience in systems requiring high design assurance and real-time performance
- Capability to operate as a technical authority or team lead
Requirements:
- Degree in Software, Electronics, or another STEM-based discipline
- Must be a UK national and eligible for full UK security clearance
Join a dynamic, forward-thinking team where you can lead innovative projects, grow technically, and contribute to the future of electronic warfare systems.
Apply now and help shape the next generation of mission-critical defence technology.
Principal Systems Engineer
Are you ready to shape the future of cutting-edge Electronic Warfare and Radar systems? Our partner are growing their systems engineering capability and currently hiring at multiple levels – Senior, Lead, and Principal Systems Engineers – to support the development of advanced defence technologies.
Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team driving the development of next-generation electronic systems and contribute across the full engineering lifecycle, from requirements definition to system verification.
UK citizenship and eligibility for full security clearance required.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Define and manage system and sub-system requirements using industry-standard tools (e.g., DOORS)
- Develop and implement requirements management and verification plans
- Ensure traceability from high-level system requirements to sub-system level
- Support the generation and review of verification evidence and compliance documentation
- Collaborate across disciplines including software, hardware, and systems teams
- Contribute to the design and integration of advanced RF, radar, and electro-optic systems
What You’ll Bring:
- Proven experience in systems engineering across the full lifecycle
- Strong skills in requirements definition, flow-down, and verification
- Expert-level or proficient in DOORS and requirements configuration
- Familiarity with engineering tools such as Atlassian suite, Cameo Systems Modeler, or MATLAB
- Understanding of EW, RF, Radar, or electro-optical system design
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively across engineering teams
Opportunities Across Levels:
- Senior Systems Engineers – Contribute technically and support project delivery
- Lead Systems Engineers – Provide technical direction and mentor junior staff
- Principal Systems Engineers – Drive system architecture, strategy, and technical leadership
Join a team at the forefront of defence technology innovation, where you can take ownership of challenging projects, collaborate with experts, and grow your career at the level that suits your experience.
Apply today and be part of building tomorrow’s defence capabilities.
Systems Engineers Multiple Levels & UK Sites
Opportunities at multiple UK sites (hybrid working): Somerset, Midlothian, Lincolnshire, Essex, Hampshire, Gloucestershire, Tyne and Wear.
Are you ready to shape the future of cutting-edge Electronic Warfare and Radar systems? Our partner are growing their systems engineering capability and currently hiring at multiple levels – Senior, Lead, and Principal Systems Engineers – to support the development of advanced defence technologies.
Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team driving the development of next-generation electronic systems and contribute across the full engineering lifecycle, from requirements definition to system verification.
UK citizenship and eligibility for full security clearance required.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Define and manage system and sub-system requirements using industry-standard tools (e.g., DOORS)
- Develop and implement requirements management and verification plans
- Ensure traceability from high-level system requirements to sub-system level
- Support the generation and review of verification evidence and compliance documentation
- Collaborate across disciplines including software, hardware, and systems teams
- Contribute to the design and integration of advanced RF, radar, and electro-optic systems
What You’ll Bring:
- Proven experience in systems engineering across the full lifecycle
- Strong skills in requirements definition, flow-down, and verification
- Expert-level or proficient in DOORS and requirements configuration
- Familiarity with engineering tools such as Atlassian suite, Cameo Systems Modeler, or MATLAB
- Understanding of EW, RF, Radar, or electro-optical system design
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively across engineering teams
Opportunities Across Levels:
- Senior Systems Engineers – Contribute technically and support project delivery
- Principal Systems Engineers – Drive system architecture, strategy, and technical leadership
- Lead Systems Engineers – Provide technical direction and mentor junior staff
Join a team at the forefront of defence technology innovation, where you can take ownership of challenging projects, collaborate with experts, and grow your career at the level that suits your experience.
Apply today and be part of building tomorrow’s defence capabilities.
Software Engineer
Looking to build software that powers real-world security systems? Join a forward-thinking team developing next-generation radar technology used in over 35 countries for border surveillance, perimeter protection, and critical infrastructure security.
You’ll work on everything from embedded radar software to advanced control interfaces, developing new capabilities, improving user experiences, and integrating with third-party surveillance platforms. This is a great opportunity for a curious and capable software engineer ready to take on exciting technical challenges in a multidisciplinary environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Design and develop software across a range of radar systems and interfaces
- Build integrations with third-party surveillance and security platforms
- Enhance system usability and improve user experiences
- Help evolve the team’s engineering practices and techniques
What We’re Looking For:
- 2+ years’ experience in software development
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Problem-solver with a creative, analytical mindset
- Comfortable engaging with end users and stakeholders
It’d Be Great If You Also Have Some Of The Following:
- Degree in software, engineering, or a software-focused science field
- C++, Python, or similar programming languages
- Experience with SQL databases, GIS data, or UI/UX best practices
- Familiarity with real-time systems, embedded Linux, or machine learning
- Background in security/defence or command & control software
- Willingness to travel for occasional project work (UK & international)
If you’re ready to make a direct impact on cutting-edge surveillance technologies and work alongside a team of expert engineers, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
Senior DSP Engineer
We have an exciting opportunity for a DSP Engineer to work on cutting-edge telematics and stolen vehicle recovery solutions for police forces, insurers, fleet managers, OEMs, and consumers worldwide. This role can be Permanent or Contract.
The Role
We are looking for a Communications Engineer well versed in SDR design and DSP algorithms for a cost-optimised distributed RDF system project.
Knowledge and experience of the following is highly desirable:
- High dynamic range broadband radio receiver design
- SDR and hybrid analogue/SDR design
- DSP (including FPGA)devices and algorithms
- Signal search and identification
- Radio propagation
- Radio noise and interference
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will
- be very familiar with both the analogue and DSP aspects of receiver design
- have at least ten years’ experience in RF, DSP, and comms design
- have fluency and currency in at least one DSP methodology or language
- have a degree/HND from a relevant course and institution
The Rewards
In return, there is an excellent salary and employee benefits, including a Hybrid working model. There is a real interest in your development. All the training, professional development and support that you need to complete our development projects is provided.
We are based just south of Cambridge with easy road and rail routes to the city centre. We provide a friendly and supportive working environment including regular on-site and off-site social events.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Are you a mechanical engineer with a passion for innovation, rugged electronics, and delivering real-world solutions? An exciting opportunity has opened for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a high-performing Hardware team focused on the development of advanced video and imaging processing products. This role is central to designing and delivering mechanical and thermal solutions for ruggedised, high-performance computing systems used in demanding environments.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Take ownership of mechanical and thermal design for rugged computer and video tracking products.
- Use SolidWorks 3D CAD software to develop enclosure and packaging designs.
- Lead mechanical engineering activities within small, multidisciplinary project teams.
- Perform engineering analyses including stress, fatigue, thermal, and vibration assessments.
- Conduct lab testing for design verification and validation.
- Produce detailed engineering reports for product design, failure investigations, and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with electronic and systems engineers to integrate components and subsystems.
- Maintain accurate engineering documentation including BOMs, ECRs, and design data.
- Support production, test, and field teams through design handover and troubleshooting.
- Work closely with project managers and sales teams to estimate and deliver on project goals.
- Assist with technical input for proposals, bids, and customer documentation.
What You’ll Bring: Essential:
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks 3D CAD.
- Experience designing enclosures for electronic equipment.
- A strong foundation in mechanical principles and a creative mindset.
- Demonstrated experience across the full product development lifecycle.
- Understanding of DFM, machining, casting, moulding, and fabrication techniques.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to lead technical work and deliver to deadlines.
Desirable:
- Experience designing for harsh or rugged environments.
- Background in defence, scientific equipment, or specialist machinery.
- Familiarity with document control systems (e.g., Dassault 3DEXPERIENCE).
- Skilled in engineering calculations and Microsoft Office tools.
Benefits & Perks:
- Flexible hybrid working options
- 28 days annual leave + holiday purchase scheme
- Friday lunchtime finish
- Group pension with matched contributions
- Income protection and life assurance
- Remote GP, mental health support, and physiotherapy services
- Share incentive plans and EV salary sacrifice
- Employee rewards platform and social events
- Onsite parking and wellbeing initiatives
- Training and development opportunities
Additional Information: Due to the nature of the work, all 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.
Ready to make an impact with cutting-edge hardware in a high-performance environment? Apply today and help shape the future of rugged technology.
Systems Engineering Lead
Are you ready to lead and inspire the next generation of engineers while solving complex infrastructure challenges? We’re looking for a Systems Engineering Lead to join a high-performing team working on critical facilities and infrastructure projects.
In this role, you’ll mentor and guide a small team of junior and graduate engineers, applying systems thinking principles to real-world problems. You’ll act as a technical leader, providing oversight, shaping project scope, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and ensuring quality delivery across the project lifecycle.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead and support a team of junior systems engineers, offering coaching and technical guidance
- Apply practical systems engineering in the context of infrastructure and facilities maintenance
- Ensure effective project scoping, requirements capture, and problem definition
- Represent the systems engineering function in customer-facing engagements
- Review and develop technical documents: requirements sets, interface definitions, V&V plans, etc.
- Integrate systems engineering into broader project and design assurance processes
- Drive continuous improvement of tools, templates, and systems engineering practices
What We’re Looking For:
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Master’s or working toward CEng status preferred)
- 5+ years’ experience in systems engineering within a regulated industry (e.g. aerospace, defence, infrastructure)
- Solid understanding of systems engineering across the full lifecycle
- Confident communicator with stakeholder management experience
- Proven mentorship or team leadership capabilities
- Strong analytical skills and a structured approach to complex challenges
Desirable Skills:
- Familiarity with INCOSE SE Handbook or defence systems standards
- Exposure to MBSE, SysML or similar modelling tools
- Knowledge of IBM DOORS
- Understanding of digital twin or BIM integration
- Experience in maintenance planning or asset management systems
Additional Information:
You must be a UK National and eligible for Security Clearance to be considered for this role.
If you’re passionate about solving real-world engineering problems and growing your career in systems leadership, we’d love to hear from you.