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Lead Hardware Engineer \n Based in Luton \n 12-month contract \n Paying up to £70p/h (Inside IR35) \n \n Please note - Due to the nature of the work, you'll be required to already hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security Clearance \n \n Overview: Required to solve complex technical challenges involving high-speed digital design, FPGA-based architectures, signal processing, hardware integration and system qualification within a highly regulated defence environment. \n \n Responsibilities: \n\n • Design and develop complex digital and mixed-signal hardware solutions for defence and aerospace applications.\n, • Define hardware architectures for FPGA, SoC and processor-based systems.\n, • Capture schematics and support PCB layout activities for high-speed, high-performance digital designs.\n, • Design and verify high-speed interfaces including DDR memory, PCIe, Ethernet and similar protocols.\n, • Integrate FPGA, processor, software and firmware components into complete system solutions.\n, • Perform design analysis, simulation, validation and verification activities.\n, • Support hardware bring-up, debugging and root-cause investigation at board and system level.\n, • Work closely with Systems, Firmware, Software, RF, Mechanical and Production Engineering teams.\n, • Support environmental, EMC/EMI and qualification testing in accordance with defence and aerospace standards.\n, • Produce technical documentation, design evidence and progress reporting in accordance with structured engineering lifecycles.\n, • Support customer demonstrations, integration activities, acceptance testing and trials.\n\n \n Experience required: \n\n • Proven experience designing high-speed digital electronics within aerospace, defence or other safety/mission-critical industries.\n, • Strong background in FPGA and SoC-based hardware architectures (Xilinx, AMD, Intel/Altera or equivalent).\n, • Practical board-level debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, spectrum analysers and protocol analysers.\n, • Experience integrating hardware, firmware and software on complex embedded systems.\n, • Experience developing products to demanding EMC, EMI and environmental requirements.\n, • Experience designing complex multilayer PCBs incorporating: High-speed serial interfaces; High-performance processors; DDR memory subsystems & FPGA-based signal processing solutions.\n, • Knowledge of DO-254, DEF STAN, MIL-STD or equivalent aerospace and defence standards.\n, • Experience with FPGA signal processing architecture\n\n Disclaimer: \n This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

\n Principal/Lead Hardware Engineer (Contract) \n Luton based - 4 days a week onsite \n SC Clearance is essential \n Up to £70 p/h Inside IR35 \n I'm working with a leading engineering organisation delivering some of the UK's most advanced defence technology programmes and am looking to speak with experienced security cleared Principal/Lead Hardware Engineers. \n This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge electronic systems deployed across airborne, maritime and land-based platforms, designing mission-critical hardware that supports real-world operational capability. \n What you'll be working on: \n\n • High-speed digital and mixed-signal hardware design\n, • FPGA & SoC-based architectures (Xilinx, AMD, Intel/Altera)\n, • High-speed interfaces including DDR, PCIe & Ethernet\n, • Complex multilayer PCB design and schematic capture\n, • Hardware integration, verification and system qualification\n, • Board-level debugging using industry-standard test equipment\n, • Collaboration across Systems, Firmware, Software, RF and Mechanical Engineering teams\n\n We're looking for engineers with experience in: \n High-speed digital electronics \n FPGA-based hardware design \n Embedded systems integration \n Altium, Xpedition, OrCAD or similar design tools \n Signal integrity, EMC/EMI and hardware verification \n Aerospace, Defence or other safety-critical engineering environments -Electronic Warfare, Radar, RF Systems, Communications, Sensor Systems or DO-254, DEF STAN or MIL-STD environments \n This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team delivering complex programmes from concept through to integration, qualification and customer acceptance. \n If you're interested, or know someone who could be a great fit, please get in touch or send me a direct message.

Principal / Lead Hardware Engineer Location: Luton, Bedfordshire (LU1)Duration: 12 MonthsOnsite: 90% onsiteRate: £95.44ph UMBRELLASecurity: We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance.The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced Principal / Lead Hardware Engineer to join a major defence programme developing advanced electronic systems for air, land and maritime platforms.This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex FPGA and processor-based hardware, contributing throughout the full product lifecycle—from requirements capture and architecture through detailed design, integration, verification and qualification.You'll be working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver high-performance electronic hardware for safety and mission-critical applications.Key Responsibilities Design and develop complex digital and mixed-signal electronic hardware.Develop hardware architectures for FPGA, SoC and processor-based solutions.Produce schematics and support PCB layout for high-speed digital designs.Design and validate interfaces such as DDR memory, PCIe, Ethernet and other high-speed protocols.Integrate hardware with embedded software, firmware and FPGA solutions.Carry out simulation, verification, validation and design analysis activities.Support board bring-up, hardware debugging and fault investigation.Work collaboratively with Systems, Software, Firmware, RF, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering teams.Support environmental, EMC/EMI and qualification testing.Produce technical documentation throughout the engineering lifecycle.Support system integration, demonstrations and customer acceptance activities where required.Essential Skills & Experience Strong background in high-speed digital hardware design within defence, aerospace or other highly regulated industries.Experience designing FPGA and SoC-based hardware (Xilinx, AMD, Intel/Altera or equivalent).Proven experience designing complex multilayer PCBs, including: High-speed serial interfacesDDR memoryHigh-performance processorsFPGA-based digital signal processingExperience using schematic capture and PCB design tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, Xpedition or equivalent.Hands-on board-level debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analysers and protocol analysers.Experience integrating hardware with embedded firmware and software.Strong understanding of signal integrity, power integrity and timing analysis.Experience supporting verification, validation and qualification activities.Ability to translate system requirements into robust hardware designs.Desirable Experience Electronic Warfare, Radar, RF, Communications or Sensor technologies.Development of safety-critical or mission-critical systems.FPGA signal processing.Knowledge of DO-254, DEF STAN, MIL-STD or equivalent industry standards.Hardware design reviews and technical leadership.Design for Manufacture (DfM), Design for Test (DfT) and Design for Reliability (DfR).TPBN1_UKTJ

Company description:Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career.Job description:Job Summary Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. Based at our Luton manufacturing plant youll do just that. Established in 1993, GKN Aerospace in Luton is a world leader in commercial and military ice protection systems and transparencies. Offering a full range of capabilities; design, analysis, testing, certification and manufacture of electro-thermal ice protection, military fast jet canopies and flight deck windows to over 20 programmes including: Boeing 787, Dreamliner, Airbus A320, AgustaWestland, AW101, Eurofighter Typhoon and Lockheed, Martin F-22 Raptor. Our customers include Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Bell Helicopters, Textron, BAE Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Leonardo. Our Luton site is home to 370+ employees and onsite facilities including onsite parking, food hub and vending machines.As a Senior Systems Engineer (Electronics) you will draw on your diverse engineering background and the product lifecycle awareness to work on a variety of research activities in the TRL1-6 range. You must have sound experience in leading technical work, including budgeting, schedule and risk management. You will be capable of achieving through others internally and externally, and you will be committed to development of your own skills and professional network. Your proactive nature will enable you to understand and adapt to new technology areas quickly.The Luton team is focussed on developing product and manufacturing process technology related to aircraft ice protection systems and specialist structures for both civil and defence applications. The areas of activity cover but is not limited to: Electro-thermal systems and Electro-mechanical systems, Specialist materials and coating systems, Embedded and structural composites, Aircraft transparencies, Icing modelling and analysis, Sensing and data acquisition, Electrical and software control systems and digital engineering / manufacturing.This role is to provide analysis and design data to support ice protection system design through modelling and simulation of in-flight icing behaviour of aircraft surfaces, or representative surfaces. It is further expected that the role holder develop an in-depth understanding of the icing wind tunnel facility capabilities, and provide consultation and support to customers and other third party users ensuring testing is conducted in line with relevant standards and specifications and contributing to test reports as required.This expertise is to be developed through understanding icing physics and aircraft ice protection philosophies (particularly electrothermal), and through practical experimentation and modelling verification using the research icing wind tunnel.The successful candidate should have a broad engineering knowledge base but have a desire to specialise and in time develop the in depth knowledge to become a subject matter expert in icing analysis and testing, being able to support next generation ice protection system designs.We are seeking someone adaptable in their approach to work, and be willing to understudy other team members in their areas of expertise to ensure project objectives are met. As a Senior Systems Engineer (Electronics), you will be naturally curious and seek to increase/deepen your own technical knowledge through study, collaborative working, hypothesis testing and experimentation.Core operational hours at our Luton site are: 07:30 - 16:30 Monday to Thursday & 07:30 - 12:30 Friday. The role requires flexibility for occassional national travel to meet with customer and we offer the opportunity to work from home up to two days per week dependent on business need.Job Responsibilities Responsible for the technical delivery of allocated project deliverables, or project work packages, ensuring the research objectives have been satisfied.You may have budget accountability for a Work Stream or Work PackageSupport or lead any necessary 'hands on' development test work and development trials that are required to meet your Work Package/Work Stream delivery objectives.Support or lead the design of external work packages to be carried out by third parties in order to meet project research objectives.Responsible for accurately capturing and recording data and results from test work and development trials.Responsible for raising and issuing high quality and detailed technical documentation.Seek to understand the strategic direction of the target products or manufacturing process technologies being developed within your project(s)Responsible for preparation of Technology Development Plans and Technology Business Cases within your project(s)Ensure all planning documentation in your responsibility is regularly updated, accurate, and delivery is on track. You may also have schedule accountability for your project(s)Suggest and explore exploitation routes, aligned with the guidance of the Work Stream Lead.Drive project(s) toward exploitation, identifying and supporting industrialisation scenario development.Support project stakeholder management with internal/external customers, and you may lead management of supply chain partners in some cases.Take an active role in creating a personal development plan linked to GKN's TEF and will be responsible for delivering on agreed objectives supported by your line managerEnsure EHS policy and process adherence for your activities, and you will contribute to a proactive EHS culture in the wider team.Contribute to the development of GKN as a 'Great Place to Work', aligned with the core principles - safe, innovative, open & honest, care & respect, and ownership.Profile description:What You'll Bring To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:Essential:HNC, degree or equivalent experience in electrical or systems engineeringExperience delivering designs for electro-mechanical, sensing OR controller systems within an engineering environmentElectronics pcb design experienceGood general engineering/technology knowledge base and can demonstrate strategic thinking.Working knowledge of aerodynamics and an appreciation of physics based modelling approaches for thermodynamic analysis.Experience of test/experimental design, and practical execution in laboratory or test facility conditions to defined standards, and be able to contribute to the development of new test methods.Strong self-starter, able to execute tasks according to plan.Logical and methodical approach to task planning.Experience managing deployed resources (people you lead but you are not their line manager).Good interpersonal and communication skills, and can confidently translate complex information to a variety of audiences and you are able to represent your project(s) and GKN values in internal/external review meetings.Desirable:A higher degree qualification such as a Masters, PhD or EngDGeneral awareness of budget and schedule management.An awareness of aerospace certification requirements.Experience of the Systems Development Lifecycle processYou will be developing your own network and you will have a general awareness of key companies and key individuals who operate in the wider aerospace technology and engineering fieldWe are looking for people who want to make a difference, talented members with the skills and passions to become the best of the future in what they do.Note: Some GKN programmes are subject to regulatory restrictions which may impact certain nationalities. As part of the application process you will be asked to declare when applying for this role.The position requires UK National Security Vetting (UKNSV) Security clearance (SC) due to the nature and responsibilities of the work carried out. In order for us to obtain an SC you usually need to have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years to current date (but we do assess each case individually).We offer:What We'll Offer Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:Competitive salary dependent on experienceThe opportunity to earn up to 15% bonusIndustry Leading Pension Scheme = well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basisLife Assurance 8 x salary185 hours holiday + bank holidaysIncome protectionShopping discountsCycle To Work SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeVirtual GP Clinic for you and immediate familyElectric Vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme (Insurance, servicing, maintenance, roadside assistance and more included)Free onsite parkingLocal gym discountFree airport parkingEnhanced family friendly leaveA collaborative, dynamic working environmentAs well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. Thats the beauty of being part of a global business, once youre on board you never know where you career journey may take you!Join us and keep the world moving click on the link below to applyA Great Place to work needs a Great Way of WorkingEveryone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ?TPBN1_UKTJ

Contract Firmware Engineer (FPGA) – Luton - 1756Location: Luton (90% onsite)Rate: £84.81/hour UmbrellaDuration: 12 monthsWe seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance.OverviewAn opportunity for an experienced Firmware Engineer to support the development of complex FPGA-based digital systems within a multidisciplinary engineering team. The role involves designing, implementing and verifying firmware solutions for high-performance, safety-critical applications.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop and verify FPGA firmware for complex digital systems.Derive firmware requirements and architectures from system-level requirements.Develop RTL using Verilog/SystemVerilog and verify designs using UVM.Work with FPGA toolchains including Xilinx and Intel (Altera) devices.Develop high-speed interface solutions (e.g. PCIe, Ethernet, JESD).Support model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink where appropriate.Collaborate closely with hardware, systems and software engineers.Contribute to design reviews, testing and documentation throughout the development lifecycle.Essential Skills & ExperienceStrong FPGA development experience across major FPGA families.Proficiency with Xilinx tools, TCL, Verilog, SystemVerilog and UVM.Experience with Xilinx 7 Series, UltraScale, Intel (Altera) or Microsemi FPGA architectures.Knowledge of high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet and JESD.Experience deriving firmware architectures from system requirements.Familiarity with structured firmware development processes (e.g. DO-254 or equivalent).Understanding of electronics test methods and laboratory equipment.Strong communication skills and experience working within multidisciplinary teams.Desirable SkillsModel-based design using MATLAB/Simulink.Knowledge of cryptography and anti-tamper techniques.Experience applying AI/ML concepts within embedded or firmware environments.TPBN1_UKTJ

As Medical Director, you will be a key member of the Executive Team, working alongside the Chief Executive, Chief Nurse, Executive Directors and clinical leaders to provide strategic leadership for clinical services across the Trust. You will be responsible for leading the Trust's quality, safety and clinical governance agenda, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care while driving continuous improvement in outcomes and patient experience. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a central role in shaping the future direction of a high-performing and ambitious organisation. You will provide visible, credible and values-led medical leadership, leading the development and delivery of the Trust's clinical strategy, supporting service transformation and innovation, and working collaboratively with partners across the Integrated Care System to ensure services are clinically sustainable and responsive to the needs of the population. Download the Recruitment Pack for further information. The interview process will take place w/c 14th September 2026. You will be contacted regarding next steps. Key Functions and Responsibilities The Medical Director will provide professional leadership for the medical workforce and act as the Trust's most senior clinical leader, ensuring the highest standards of clinical quality, patient safety, governance and professional practice across the organisation. As a member of the Executive Team and Board, you will contribute fully to the strategic leadership of the Trust, providing expert clinical advice and supporting the delivery of organisational objectives. A key responsibility is leading the Trust's clinical governance and quality agenda, ensuring effective systems are in place to support patient safety, clinical effectiveness, risk management, learning from incidents and continuous improvement. You will provide leadership for medical revalidation as Responsible Officer, oversee medical workforce strategy, including recruitment, retention, job planning and succession planning, and support the development of clinical leaders across the organisation. You will lead the development and delivery of the Trust's clinical strategy, driving innovation, service transformation and performance improvement to enhance patient outcomes, access and experience. With over 9,000 passionate and dedicated staff, Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full array of acute and some community services to the local communities of Bedfordshire. Serving a diverse population of over 620,000 people, we are proud to be rated “Good” by the CQC, having successfully merged Bedford and Luton & Dunstable hospitals to create our Trust six years ago. We have undertaken significant investment into our infrastructure and people in recent years, including the £168 million Acute Services Block build that opened in July 2026, and have created a shared set of values for our organisation, THRIVE, to unify the organisation and give a clear mission and pledge to those we serve. We have an annual turnover of £800 million, and as an anchor organisation and a very important employer within Bedfordshire, we are committed to combatting health inequalities and deprivation to support local education training and job opportunities. We are a key partner within the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes which forms part of Central East ICB and we work closely with a range of health and social care partners to improve and better deliver outstanding care and reduce ill health through preventive measures. The health and wellbeing of our staff remains a fundamental priority within our strategic developments, and we recognise their commitment, passion and dedication to our patients and local population. Clinical Leadership and Quality • Provide visible, credible and compassionate medical leadership across the Trust, promoting a culture of safety, openness and continuous improvement, • Provide Medical Leadership in the development and delivery of safe, effective, high quality and patient centred care across all services, • Provide Medical Leadership within the clinical governance agenda, including patient safety, clinical effectiveness, audit and risk management ensuring lessons learned are embedded and sustained, • Ensure compliance with professional and regulatory standards including GMC Good Medical Practice and maintain high standards of clinical care across all services, • Provide professional leadership for the investigation of serious incidents, complaints and clinical concerns, ensuring timely action and organisational learning, • Promote a culture of innovation, research and evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes and experience, • Provide visible and accountable leadership delivering the national improvement agenda such as the maternity national improvement work and the Fuller review. Clinical Care and Service Delivery • Ensure that clinical services are delivered in line with best practice, national standards and patient need, • Work with Clinical Service teams to support the delivery of high-quality care, improving clinical outcomes and patient experience, • Support the development and implementation of new models of care including care closer to home and integrated pathways, • Ensure effective clinical input into service redesign, pathway development and transformation programmes, • Act as a senior clinical leader in major incidents and emergency planning arrangements Medical Workforce and Professional Leadership • Provide professional leadership for all medical staff fostering a culture of engagement, accountability and continuous development, • Act as Responsible Officer for medical revalidation, ensuring a robust appraisal and governance processes are in place, • Lead the development and implementation of medical workforce strategy including recruitment, retention, job planning and succession planning, • Oversee consultant job planning ensuring alignment with service priorities and organisational objectives, • Lead on performance management and disciplinary matters relating to medical staff in line with Maintaining High Professional Standards, • Work with the Director of Human Resources to ensure compliance with workforce standards, including Working Time Regulations Research, Education and Training • Lead the Trust’s research and development agenda, promoting innovation and ensuring research activity supports improvements in patient care, • Maintain strong relationships with academic partners, universities and training bodies, • Support the delivery of high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate medical education, • Work closely with medical education leads and colleagues within Workforce Services to ensure training standards are met and continuously improved, • Promote continuous professional development for all medical staff Strategy and Performance • Lead the development and delivery of the Trust’s clinical strategy ensuring alignment with system priorities and population health needs, • Drive service redesign to improve access, patient flow, productivity and outcomes, • Work with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure delivery of operational performance standards, • Use data, clinical intelligence and benchmarking to inform decision making and drive improvement Leadership and Team Management • Provide effective leadership to Deputy Medical Directors and the wider medical leadership team, • Support the development of Clinical Directors and Specialty Leads, • Responsibility for the Pharmacy function via the line management of the Chief Pharmacist, • Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusivity and high performance across clinical teams, • Ensure effective communication and engagement with medical staff and clinical leaders, • Chair the JLNC and contribute to wider organisational leadership forums Governance, Risk and Compliance • Ensure robust clinical governance systems and processes are in place and operating effectively, • Chair or support key governance committees including Quality Governance structures, • Ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements including those of NHS England and the Care Quality Commission, • Oversee clinical audit programmes and ensure findings are translated into improvement actions External and System Leadership • Build and maintain strong relationships with partners across the Integrated Care System, • Work collaboratively with primary care, local authorities, commissioners and other providers, • Represent the Trust in regional and national forums, acting as an ambassador for the organisation, • Contribute to the delivery of system wide clinical strategies and integrated care models, • Maintain strong links with academic institutions and professional bodies Administrative and Corporate Responsibilities • Contribute fully as an Executive Director to the leadership and management of the Trust, • Provide expert clinical advice to the Chief Executive and Board, • Participate in the Executive on-call rota and major incident response, • Support the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures, • Ensure effective use of resources and value for money in clinical services Revalidation and Statutory Responsibilities • Act as Responsible officer for medical revalidation, ensuring all statutory duties are met, • Ensure all doctors work within managed environment with appropriate oversight of performance and conduct, • Lead on compliance with all relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and professional standards, • Maintain oversight of clinical standards and professional practice across the Trust Working Arrangements The Medical Director is an Executive Director role and will be employed on Very Senior Manager (VSM) terms and conditions. The role is predominantly strategic, and leadership focused with responsibility for providing clinical leadership across the organisation and wider system. Any clinical commitment will be subject to agreement with the Chief Executive and aligned to organisational priorities. The post holder will be required to work flexibly across Trust sites and with system partners as required to fulfil the duties of the role. The role includes participation in the Executive on-call rota and acting as a senior clinical leader in the event of major incidents Appropriate professional and administrative support will be provided to enable the postholder to effectively discharge their responsibilities. • GMC registration with a Licence to Practice, • Entry on the GMC Specialist Register, • Higher professional medical qualification, • Evidence of continuing professional and leadership development, • Significant experience as a Consultant within the NHS, • Substantial experience in a senior medical leadership role (e.g. Medical Director, Deputy Medical Director, Divisional Clinical Director or equivalent), • Proven track record of leading clinical strategy, transformation and service redesign in a complex healthcare environment, • Demonstrable success of improving quality, safety outcomes and performance, • Experience of leading and embedding clinical governance and assurance frameworks, • Experience of working collaboratively with system partners across an Integrated Care System, • Experience of building organisational capability and delivering strategic change at scale, • Understanding of performance management, productivity and operational delivery within acute services, • Outstanding leadership skills with the ability to inspire, engage and influence at Board and system level, • Track record of and commitment to improving patient care, safety and experience, • Visible, credible and values led leader with strong personal integrity, • Decisive and able to translate strategy into practical action, • Resilient and able to perform effectively in a high-pressure environment It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description:Your impactWe are on the lookout for talented Lead Software Engineers, if you have strong technical experience in real-time embedded systems and are eager to expand your skillset, leadership and decision-making capabilities, this role will provide the foundation for your growth.We are happy to explore engineers from any embedded software background and provide Ada specific training so you can make an impact the moment you join.As a Lead Software Engineer, you will:Deliver and integrate high-quality real-time embedded software, ensuring reliability in critical applications.Provide technical guidance and leadership, supporting teams in best practices, system integrity, and software development methodologies.Work closely with hardware, firmware, and systems engineering teams, contributing to multidisciplinary solutions.Develop your expertise in an environment that prioritises learning, mentorship, and career progression.Lead development approaches that emphasise design principles, modularity, reuse, and industry best practices, shaping technical direction while honing your leadership skills.What you’ll bringProven experience in embedded software development, with a solid foundation in real-time systems.A strong understanding of integration and requirements engineering, ensuring high-quality software solutions.Leadership experience, with a willingness to mentor and guide teams toward best practices.Knowledge of industry standards, including RTCA-DO178C or equivalent integrity frameworks.Experience with Object Orientation, Linux/VXWorks (Desirable)—but adaptability, systems thinking, and leadership potential are key.This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.Security ClearanceThis role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join usAt Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.Tailored Perks: Spend up to 500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.Be part of something bigger - apply now!Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300Contract Type:PermanentHybrid Working:OnsiteJob SummaryJob number: R0001290Date posted : 2026-08-04Profession: EngineeringEmployment type: Full time

Lead Hardware Engineer Based in Luton 12-month contract Paying up to £70p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - Due to the nature of the work, you'll be required to already hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security Clearance Overview: Required to solve complex technical challenges involving high-speed digital design, FPGA-based architectures, signal processing, hardware integration and system qualification within a highly regulated defence environment. Responsibilities: Design and develop complex digital and mixed-signal hardware solutions for defence and aerospace applications. Define hardware architectures for FPGA, SoC and processor-based systems. Capture schematics and support PCB layout activities for high-speed, high-performance digital designs. Design and verify high-speed interfaces including DDR memory, PCIe, Ethernet and similar protocols. Integrate FPGA, processor, software and firmware components into complete system solutions. Perform design analysis, simulation, validation and verification activities. Support hardware bring-up, debugging and root-cause investigation at board and system level. Work closely with Systems, Firmware, Software, RF, Mechanical and Production Engineering teams. Support environmental, EMC/EMI and qualification testing in accordance with defence and aerospace standards. Produce technical documentation, design evidence and progress reporting in accordance with structured engineering lifecycles. Support customer demonstrations, integration activities, acceptance testing and trials. Experience required: Proven experience designing high-speed digital electronics within aerospace, defence or other safety/mission-critical industries. Strong background in FPGA and SoC-based hardware architectures (Xilinx, AMD, Intel/Altera or equivalent). Practical board-level debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, spectrum analysers and protocol analysers. Experience integrating hardware, firmware and software on complex embedded systems. Experience developing products to demanding EMC, EMI and environmental requirements. Experience designing complex multilayer PCBs incorporating: High-speed serial interfaces; High-performance processors; DDR memory subsystems & FPGA-based signal processing solutions. Knowledge of DO-254, DEF STAN, MIL-STD or equivalent aerospace and defence standards. Experience with FPGA signal processing architecture Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change

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England, United Kingdom (Remote first).DigX is a specialist digital transformation consultancy delivering complex engineering, data, cloud, and automation solutions for organisations that need to modernise at pace.We partner with major enterprises, including FTSE 100 firms, to turn technology into a

Growth Marketing Manager - Digital Products @ Agency.A fast-growing agency is looking for a Growth Marketing Manager to own full-funnel growth for a portfolio of digital product brands, think courses, paid communities, mentorships and back-end digital offers.This is a newly created, strategic hire.T

Headteacher - Specialist Education.Specialist setting for young people between 3-19 with Medical and Sensory Needs.An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and visionary educational leader to join a leading specialist education provider as Headteacher.This senior leadership role offe

Indirectly, it will benefit the wider organisation by helping leadership teams operate more effectively and by improving the systems and operating rhythms that support gr.

Global Financial Services Firm.Data Privacy, Digital and Technology Regulation.This will be a role at VP level and will provide strategic advice across the UK and EMEA covering a broad range of data privacy, digital, Cyber Security, AI and Technology matters.Data Privacy & GDPR Compliance.Technology

Managing and documenting any system changes and being main point of contact for system providers and Engineers. Carry out systematic checks to ensure the maintenance team is issued and archiving the correct documentation in relation to Health and Safety, the Environment, and all legal requirements i

Strong experience using CRM systems and customer service software. Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems and ways of working to increase efficiency and enhance the customer experience.

We are looking for an organised and proactive POS Production Manager to support the delivery of retail displays, graphics, props, fixtures and campaign activation projects.This role offers 1 day per week working from home.You will coordinate project information between internal teams and suppliers,

Experience building or improving operational systems and processes.

Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, London or Edinburgh ).Are you an experienced ecologist looking to take the lead on nationally significant projects while mentoring the next generation of specialists? Our client is looking for a.As a Principal Ecologist, you'll provide technical leadership across a div

A leading organisation in the industry is seeking a Principal Scientist / Associate Scientific Director – Computational Chemistry to join their team based in the UK on a hybrid working model (remote working can be considered for the right candidate).As the Principal Scientist / Associate Scientifi

FM strategies with wider business objectives.You will work with clients to enhance service delivery, improve operational structures and processes, and develop effective operating models that drive performance and value.This opportunity would suit individuals from a range of backgrounds, including FM

Take bounded beachheads (for example, authenticate users and then delegate scoped access to internal systems) from vague to delivered. You will design and build the platforms underneath it: large-scale data systems and governance, in a heavily regulated environment. The firm specializes in quantitat

Education Solicitor – Leeds / Bradford.A leading Legal 500 regional law firm with a strong reputation in the education sector is looking for an Education Solicitor to join its growing team based in either Leeds or Bradford.You will work alongside a highly experienced Education Director, advising a

We are working with a leading international financial services firm who is looking to add a trust/corporate professional to their team.You must be based in the UK with right to work their and 2-3 years+ prior experience.Irregular hours - 10/11am - 6/7pm.Administration of a portfolio of trust and cor

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

Use examination management systems for scheduling and result processing.

We are currently seeking candidates for a number of upcoming Document Review projects for our customers in the UK, with a need for.Document Review experience based in London.This could be a fantastic opportunity for you if you:.Experienced in using document review platforms, including.Bachelor’s d

OneTouch Health Group has been producing web-enabled information, procedures and guidance across the.Our online procedures and handbooks underpin statutory requirements and reflect best practice in social care and safeguarding, supporting the best possible outcomes for children, young people and adu

Provide high-quality, customer-focused support via a ticketing system, handling queries and offering guidance across a wide range of HR activities. Process employee lifecycle changes within the system. Utilising People systems to provide fast, effective support and clear guidance to employees, leade

Agile Delivery, Scrum & Coaching Consultant / Senior Consultant.London, Manchester or Glasgow | Hybrid.We are working with a leading global consulting organisation that partners with some of the world's most recognised businesses and public sector bodies to deliver complex digital transformation pro

Disputes Lawyers – Financial Redress & Compensation Schemes.Multiple Opportunities Available.An excellent opportunity for disputes lawyers to join a large-scale financial redress and compensation programme on an initial 12 month FTC basis.Multiple positions are available for lawyers with experienc

We are seeking an experienced Contract Statistician to support clinical development from early to late-stage development.The successful candidate will need to have extensive experience in the statistical design, analysis, and reporting of clinical trials across Phases I–III, with a strong understa

Proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems.

Commercial Counsel (Secondment – Part-Time, Remote).A leading global software and cloud-performance technology company is seeking an experienc.This attorney will support commercial transactions across EMEA, partnering with sales, services, finance, product, and operations teams to negotiate techno

Ongoing Opportunities Available.The school knows exactly what it's looking for.A teacher who can walk into a classroom, establish expectations quickly and keep learning moving forward.Milk Education is supporting a secondary school on the Wirral that requires dedicated Supply Teachers to provide reg

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading law firm based in Northamptonshire, who are seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor (or equivalent) to join their well-established and highly regarded Childcare team – one of the largest in the East Midlands.The role will be based a

We are partnering with a highly successful international business to appoint a Managing Director for its UK operation.This is a significant leadership opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded executive with a proven track record of leading operationally complex businesses.With full P&L

Senior Statistician | Global CRO | UK | Remote | Permanent |.An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Statistician to join a well-established, internationally recognised CRO with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality biometrics services to global pharmaceutical an

Manage investigational product supply within Interactive Response Technology (IRT) systems. Hands-on experience working with IRT/IVRS systems for clinical supply management.

SEN Maths Teacher – Newham – Immediate Start.This outstanding specialist SEND school in the London Borough of.Supporting secondary-aged pupils with Autism, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Speech & Language needs and associated SEND, the school provides a highly personalised curriculum wher

Azure Infrastructure & Platform Engineer.Must hold, or be eligible for, UK SC Clearance.We're looking for an experienced.Azure Infrastructure & Platform Engineer.This role is ideal for someone with strong Azure infrastructure experience who enjoys troubleshooting, improving platform reliability, and

Enhancing processes, systems and procedures to improve productivity, service delivery and governance.

Healthcare Lawyer (Inquests), Liverpool, Competitive Salary (DOE) | Excellent Benefits | Flexible & Hybrid Working - Make a Difference in Healthcare Law While Building a Rewarding Career.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor or Barrister with experience in inquests to join the specialis

Senior Principal - Total Reward (EU Pay Transparency).Influence global organisations.Korn Ferry is partnering with leading organisations at the forefront of Total Rewards transformation and we’re looking for a Senior Principal to lead complex, high-impact engagements across EMEA.This is a pivotal

FTTP Build Delivery Manager - Connect Fibre.Package To Attract The Best ££.Location – Midlands Based, occasional Home Working.Full Fibre’ to homes and businesses across the nation.With broadband speeds of up to 1,000 Mbps, new Wi-Fi 6 technology, exceptional customer service, and costing no m