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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
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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: 2026-02-09 09:53:39
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Software Engineer (C++ | Signal Processing | Algorithms | UML)
Location: Southwest England (hybrid options depending on project)
Sector: Maritime defence and security technology
About the organisation
Holt Engineering is working with an international engineering business that develops advanced maritime systems used by navies worldwide, spanning sonar/hydroacoustics, sensor-to- decision solutions, and command & control capabilities.
Work sits at the intersection of real- world physics, high-performance software, and mission critical reliability.
The role
Youll design and build software that turns complex sensor data into actionable outputs, including detection, classification and tracking of underwater targets.
Youll work in multi- disciplinary teams (software, systems, test, and hardware) and contribute across the full lifecycle: requirements, architecture, implementation, verification, and support.
What youll be doing
Develop C++ components for performance-critical, real-time or near real-time processing pipelines.
Design and document software architecture using UML (e.g., class diagrams, sequence diagrams, state models).
Implement and optimise signal processing and algorithm development for detection/classification/tracking workflows.
Apply strong object-oriented programming principles (SOLID, clean architecture, maintainable patterns).
Write unit/integration tests, support verification activities, and contribute to continuous improvement of coding standards.
Collaborate with Systems Engineering to translate requirements into robust designs and deliverable increments.
Essential skills (must-have)
Strong commercial experience in C++.
Proven signal processing experience (e.g., filtering, spectral analysis, detection theory, estimation, tracking).
Demonstrable algorithm development (from concept to validated implementation, including performance tuning).
Confident use of UML for software design and communication.
Solid OOP fundamentals and experience building maintainable, testable codebases.
Desirable (nice-to-have)
Experience with real-time constraints, multi-threading, latency/performance optimisation.
Familiarity with sensor fusion, tracking (e.g., Kalman/particle filters), classification, feature extraction.
Experience in safety/mission-critical engineering environments (e.g., rigorous V&V, secure development practices).
Linux development, modern build tooling (CMake), Git-based workflows, CI/CD. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Plush,England
Start: 26/01/2026
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2026-01-26 13:04:04
