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Embedded Software Consultant - Defence - Cambridge
A growing and technologically intriguing Defence company, based in Cambridge, is seeking experienced Embedded Software Consultants or Engineers to assist in the development of newly invented technologies that will enhance the defence and safety of the UK.
Your Embedded Software experience should be specifically in Embedded C.
Ideally, you will have experience in the Defence sector; however, we are open to candidates from other complex sectors.
It will be essential that you could obtain security clearance.
Knowledge of prototyping, using C, C++, MATLAB, or another software language will be highly advantageous.
It is expected that you hold a degree in a software or electronics field, or another field that would have led you into an Embedded Software Engineer role.
We are open to candidates at various levels of experience, ranging from those with a year or two of industry experience to more senior roles.
The level of responsibility will depend on your level of experience and skills.
You will be working in a multi-discipline division, including mechanical engineers, software engineers, electronics engineers, physicists, and other industry professionals with whom you will be collaborate and learn from.
Due to the expansion of this team, it is an exciting time to join and will result in career growth and opportunities that arise from the company's natural growth.
If you want to work on complex, industry-defining technologies while being offered an excellent starting salary, salary reviews, bonus, a pension, free lunches, and other outstanding benefits, I recommend submitting an application now to avoid missing out.
For more general information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialists Newton Colmore, on 0121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team at Newton Colmore will contact you.
Please note we will not be able to discuss the role specifics until we have a copy of your CV. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Negotiable
Posted: 2026-03-11 09:22:02
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mmWave RF PCB Design Engineer required to refine existing satellite communications terminals hardware and contribute to the next generation of products.
You will test, debug and diagnose complex PCB assemblies while supporting both established products and new designs.
Requirements
Satellite antenna terminal design experience integrating mmWave RF antennas.
RF hardware circuit expert.
Programming and scripting skills with Python, MATLAB or similar.
Laboratory test equipment experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers, signal generators.
SPI, I2C and CAN standards.
PCBA rework skills, including experience with irons, hot air, and IR rework equipment.
Role
Test production PCB and PCBA assemblies, diagnose faults to the component level, and document test yields and rework actions.
Develop automated test systems.
Work in cross functional hardware and software teams to find and remove inefficiency.
Meet manufacturing targets while maintaining quality and test standards.
Burild and work up PCB or PCBA board debugging, including initial power on tests and visual inspection.
Improve design documentation such as schematics, drawings, BOMs, and update formal documentation with ECNs.
Create and document Work Instructions for testing, repairing, and modifying products. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Reading, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £80000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-03-09 23:35:04
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Electronics Design Engineer required to work on RF Antenna terminals for airborne, border protection and maritime communications in the defence avionics and mobile wireless networking industries.
You will join a team working at the cutting edge of RF and Microwave Ku/Ka, GNSS and LTE satellite phased array system design and development.
Technical environment
Electronic Circuit Design and layout, Schematic Design, safety critical electronics, Altium, satellite terminals, Analogue, DC low frequency circuits, SPICE, satellite phased array RF systems, RFIC, line-up, PCB, digital electronics, FPGA, ASIC, SD modems, mixed signal, RFSoC, Algorithms, Digital Signal Processing, RTL Design, Filter Design, High Frequency Electronics, ANSYS HFSS, High speed, ADC, DAC, serial communications, Audio, signal conditioning, programmable logic design, Xilinx and Altera, RFID, EMC, ESD.
Your primary contribution will be PCB hardware satellite terminal design ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Reading, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £90000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-03-09 23:35:04
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Company pension contributions of up to 8% combined and an annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus Bank Holidays are just a few of the perks that the Quality Inspector will enjoy whilst working for a Global Engineering and Manufacturing leader, with over 20 worldwide locations employing 1000 + staff.
This employer is recognised globally for quality and innovative deliverables.The successful Quality Inspector will be easily able to commute to HUDDERSFIELD from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield and Brighouse.Key Responsibilities of the Quality Inspector.
Support and maintain the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, including internal auditing and compliance activities.
Perform inspection of purchased and manufactured components against engineering drawings, specifications, and standards.
Use CMM and conventional metrology equipment to verify dimensional accuracy and product conformity.
Investigate and manage non-conformances, raising NCRs and Supplier Defect Reports through SAP.
Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to ensure product quality and drive continuous improvement.
Requirements of the Quality Inspector.
Formal qualifications in Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or similar).
Experience in ISO9001:2015 or equivalent management systems.
Previous experience working within a heavy engineering environment.
Working Hours of the Quality InspectorThe position involves a rotating AM and PM Shift.
AM Shift: Monday to Friday: 06:00-14:00
PM Shift: Monday to Thursday: 14:30-22:00, Friday: 14:30-18:30
In Return, the Quality Inspector will receive:
Basic Salary: £44,720 Per Annum (Including Shift Allowance)
Holiday Entitlement: 33 days including public holidays.
Company life insurance.
Immediate enrolment to the company pension scheme.
Access to onsite gym and canteen.
If you are interested in the Quality Inspector position, please click “APPLY NOW” and attach a copy of your most up-to-date CV.
Alternatively, please contact Ismail from E3 Recruitment. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Huddersfield, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £44720.00 per annum
Posted: 2026-03-09 13:16:24
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Systems Engineer required ideally with Maritime Defence or Radio Naval Navigation industry experience to manage external customer driven product concept, design, development and delivery with cross functional internal teams including Software, Mechanical and Electrical disciplines.
Requirements
British Citizen eligible for UK Security clearance.
Defence engineering experience of systems and product lifecycles from concept design, integration and test.
Valid UK Driving License
Beneficial
Radar, Radio System, communications protocols systems and bid proposal knowledge.
Naval Platform, Navigation equipment electronics EMC, ESD skills.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a cutting edge technical team working on very exciting detection and navigation military systems. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Enfield, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £90000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-03-08 23:35:05
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Commercial ManagerPortsmouth - £80,000 + 10% bonus
I'm working with a growing technology company in Portsmouth building advanced immersive training and simulation solutions, primarily for defence and complex technical environments.
They're looking for a Commercial Manager to take ownership of the commercial and contractual side of the business across bids, programmes and supplier relationships.
This is a hands-on role in a scaling SME, so it's not just governance and paperwork.
You'll be involved from opportunity stage through to contract delivery and close out, helping the business win work, manage risk properly, and run projects commercially in a disciplined way.
What you'll be doing
, Leading commercial and contractual oversight across bids and live programmes , Supporting leadership with commercial strategy, pricing and contract negotiations , Managing supplier agreements and strengthening supply chain performance , Ensuring governance, regulatory compliance and risk management across projects , Acting as the commercial bridge between delivery teams, leadership and customers
What they're looking for
, Around 5+ years in a commercial role within defence , Strong understanding of defence contracts, terms and regulatory frameworks , Confident negotiator who can operate commercially in a fast-moving SME , Good financial awareness across pricing, risk and programme delivery , Someone organised, pragmatic and comfortable influencing stakeholders
Why the role is interesting
This is a chance to join a high-growth tech company working on immersive and simulation-based training, with the opportunity to shape how commercial operations run as the business scales.
The team operates out of a modern tech campus in Portsmouth, with strong investment in innovation and product development.
Package includes £80k base + 10% bonus, private healthcare, pension and additional benefits. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Portsmouth, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £80000 per annum
Posted: 2026-03-05 15:58:50
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Physicist - Defence Sector Engineering - Cambridge
A growing Defence company, based in Cambridge, offers an exciting opportunity for a Physicist to work on a wide range of cutting-edge technologies that will enhance the UK's defence against external threats, with a focus on defensive technologies rather than offensive ones.
You will be involved in a variety of physics projects, including (but not limited to) thermal, optics, electromagnetics, acoustics, fluidics, chemical, and other scientific technologies.
If you have experience with complex projects in these fields, I recommend providing as much detail as possible on your CV.
We are open to candidates from various sectors; however, it will be highly advantageous if you already have experience in the Defence sector.
As you will be working in the Defence sector, you will need to be able to obtain security clearance or already hold security clearance.
Given the increasing importance of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in various sectors, a keen interest in these areas would be welcomed, as many of your projects will involve work in this field.
In addition to working on complex and cutting-edge technologies, you will also be rewarded with an excellent starting salary, dependant on experience.
The compensation package includes a bonus, enhanced pension, dental care, gym access, free lunch, and other excellent benefits.
The level of experience sought can range from a PhD holder who has worked in a post-doc role to someone with years of industry experience.
We are looking to recruit several individuals for this team, so if you are in the early stages of your career, you will receive development opportunities, and if you are further along in your career, you will have the chance to mentor junior team members.
This company places a strong emphasis on collaboration, both within the team, with other teams, and with external parties.
Given the anticipated high level of interest in this role, and the company's desire to recruit quickly, I recommend applying immediately if you are interested in this position to avoid missing out.
For more general information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment, and Scientific Recruitment Specialists Newton Colmore, on 0121 268 2240, or submit an application, and one of our team members at Newton Colmore will contact you.
Please note we will not be able to discuss the role specifics until we have a copy of your CV. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Negotiable
Posted: 2026-02-26 10:35:22
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FPGA Firmware Electronics Engineer - Defence - Cambridge
We are currently seeking an experience Electronics Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team of engineers that assist in the development of brand-new technologies for the Defence sector, with a focus on defence rather than offence.
These technologies can encompass communications, sensors, detection, and other complex technologies within the Defence sector.
As you will be working on defence projects, you will need to be able to obtain (or already hold) security clearance.
As a smaller defence company, there is more flexibility in the projects you get to work on.
Collaboration with other teams and external groups mean that you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and continuously learn new things while inventing exciting technologies.
Experience with FPGA Firmware, such as VHDL or Verilog, will be ideal.
If you already work in the Defence sector, this would be advantageous, however, we are more than happy to consider candidates from other sectors.
With the growth of this company, future career development will be available for those who want to advance their career.
As the company are looking for a few people in this team, we are also open to individuals who want to focus on their job while maintaining an interest in new technologies and fields.
It is expected that you would hold a degree in an electronics engineering field that has led you into a career in electronics engineering, with exposure to FPGA exposure.
Due to the varied nature in this role, I anticipate a lot of interest from individuals who want to continue developing their skills while finding the work interesting.
If you are interested in this role, I suggest submitting an application now or avoid missing out.
If you want to work on complex, industry-defining technologies while being offered an excellent starting salary, salary reviews, bonuses, a pension, free lunches, and other outstanding benefits, I recommend submitting an application now or avoid missing out.
For more general information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialists Newton Colmore, on 0121 268 2240, or submit an application, and one of our team members at Newton Colmore will contact you.
Please note we will not be able to discuss the role specifics until we have a copy of your CV. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Negotiable
Posted: 2026-02-26 10:34:23
