Latest Defence Jobs

Lead Test Engineer

This role involves leading test engineering efforts for advanced electro-mechanical systems used in underwater robotics. The engineer will define test strategies, develop automated test solutions using LabView and scripting languages, and manage both internal and external testing facilities. The position requires deep expertise in verification and validation across complex, multi-disciplinary systems in a high-tech defence environment.

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Engineering Technician

This role involves leading daily operations in an R&D facility focused on advanced underwater robotics, combining hands-on technical work with team coordination and safety leadership. The technician will manage equipment, execute electro-mechanical builds, conduct engineering tests, and mentor junior staff. It’s a hands-on leadership role within a high-tech defence environment working across electrical, mechanical, and software systems.

Saab Fareham, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior MLOps Engineer

The role involves developing and maintaining infrastructure to transition AI and computer vision models from research to robust production deployment. You'll work across distributed training, model optimisation, containerised deployment pipelines, and monitoring systems, with exposure to edge devices like NVIDIA Jetson. The position requires close collaboration with AI and software engineers in a technically challenging environment focused on defence and security applications.

MFK Recruitment Brentford, London, TW8 9DE, United Kingdom £75,000 – £100,000 pa

Full Stack Python Developer

Design and build full-stack applications that integrate advanced computer vision and AI capabilities into real-world operational environments. Develop intuitive interfaces for image and video analysis, AI model comparison, and performance visualisation, while integrating with customer systems and workflows. Collaborate closely with engineers and end users to shape product development from concept to deployment.

MFK Recruitment Brentford, London, TW8 9DE, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

UAV Pilot / Drone Operator

This role involves conducting UAV flight testing, trials, customer demonstrations, and operational deployments. The successful candidate will have commercial drone flying experience, knowledge of ArduPilot-based platforms, and a strong understanding of UK CAA regulations. The position requires travel within the UK and internationally.

Venn Group Berkshire, United Kingdom £30,000 – £40,000 pa

Electrical Engineer

This role involves hands-on electrical engineering support for motion control systems in industrial and marine environments. The engineer will diagnose technical issues, commission and maintain electrical systems, and collaborate with design and service teams on project delivery. Work takes place in both workshop and on-site settings, requiring strong fault-finding skills and expertise in PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.

Office Angels Taunton, TA1 1HP, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Automation Engineer - Manufacturing

Design and implement robotic automation solutions for welding, fabrication, and large-scale production systems. Develop and optimise robot programs using OLP, lead commissioning and SAT, and troubleshoot PLC/HMI systems. Apply Lean and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality in a complex engineering environment.

Automation Experts Ltd Trafford Park, Manchester, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Automation Engineer

The role involves planning, designing, and delivering automation and controls engineering projects from concept to commissioning within a manufacturing environment. You'll program and maintain PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, support continuous improvement initiatives, and provide technical leadership to engineering teams. The position requires hands-on project execution, stakeholder coordination, and compliance with safety and industry standards.

Omega Resource Group Darwen, Lancashire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

Automation Engineer

This role involves developing and implementing automated welding and assembly solutions in a high-precision manufacturing environment. The engineer will lead automation projects from concept to production, including robot programming, PLC/HMI troubleshooting, process optimisation, and commissioning of robotic welding cells. Focus areas include improving quality, efficiency, and dimensional stability in complex fabrication processes for defence applications.

Technical Placements Heaton Chapel, Manchester, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Software Solution Architect

Design and govern software architecture and CI/CD pipelines for safety-critical autonomous and robotic systems in a defence technology environment. Integrate across control systems, computer vision, sensor fusion, simulation, and digital twins, ensuring scalability and compliance with military standards. Support system integration, field trials, and real-world deployment with global military clients.

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Northumberland, United Kingdom £70,000 – £80,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Software Solution Architect

Design and govern software architecture for autonomous and robotic systems in a safety-critical defence environment, ensuring scalability and compliance across computer vision, sensor fusion, and simulation platforms. Establish CI/CD pipelines and verification processes that support both rapid prototyping and long-term certification. Work closely with hardware teams and participate in real-world field trials with military end users.

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Heddon on the Wall, Northumberland, United Kingdom £60,000 – £70,000 pa

Electrical Control & Automation Engineer

This role involves leading automation upgrades, system integration, and troubleshooting within a highly automated manufacturing environment. The engineer will support PLC, HMI, SCADA, and control systems, optimising performance of advanced production equipment such as robotics and automated material handling. Focus is on reliability, continuous improvement, and mentoring technical staff in a state-of-the-art facility.

Morgan Ryder Associates Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom £50,000 – £55,000 pa

Manufacturing Engineer - Manufacturing assembly

Design and commission assembly lines for high-voltage electrification systems and battery modules, ensuring process efficiency, safety compliance, and scalability during rapid production ramp-up. Lead DFM/DFA reviews, develop process controls using APQP and lean methodologies, and specify tooling and test equipment in collaboration with suppliers. Work in a dynamic environment bridging design and volume manufacturing for advanced electro-mechanical systems.

Unipart Cv65Lz, United Kingdom £52,000 pa

Senior EC&I Engineer

Lead the design and delivery of electrical, control, and instrumentation systems across complex industrial projects from concept through commissioning. Provide technical leadership on control system specifications, instrumentation, and LV power integration within safety-critical environments. Support procurement, FATs, and multidisciplinary reviews while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and safety regulations.

Millbank Glasgow, City Of Glasgow, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

Electrical Design Engineer

Design and develop electrical systems and control panels for engineering projects across sectors like defence, automation, and energy. Work on LV/HV systems, PLCs, and electrical integration using tools like EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical. Engage in schematic creation, equipment design, and commissioning within contract-based roles.

Owen Daniels United Kingdom

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