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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.

Housing Officer - Social Housing (FTC until April 2027) Luton AreaMonday - Friday 9am - 5pm£32,697 plus £2,000 car allowance We are looking for a proactive and customer-focused Housing Officer to manage a designated portfolio of homes, ensuring residents receive a high-quality housing management service. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting sustainable tenancies, maintaining safe and well-managed neighbourhoods, resolving tenancy-related issues, and working collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes for residents. This role requires excellent communication skills, sound knowledge of housing management practices, and the ability to balance customer support with effective tenancy enforcement.Key Responsibilities:\n\n • Deliver a comprehensive tenancy management service across a designated housing portfolio.\n, • Build positive relationships with residents, providing advice, guidance and practical solutions to tenancy-related enquiries.\n, • Promote tenancy sustainability by identifying support needs and referring residents to appropriate specialist services.\n, • Carry out regular estate and neighbourhood inspections, identifying environmental issues and arranging appropriate action.\n, • Investigate and manage lower-level anti-social behaviour cases, ensuring appropriate intervention and escalation where necessary.\n, • Identify safeguarding concerns and follow organisational procedures to ensure vulnerable residents receive appropriate support.\n, • Monitor tenancy compliance and take appropriate action where tenancy conditions are breached.\n, • Work to minimise rent arrears by supporting early intervention, encouraging engagement and working alongside income recovery specialists.\n, • Assist in reducing empty property turnaround times by supporting effective tenancy management and void processes.\n, • Maintain accurate housing records, case notes and correspondence using internal housing management systems.\n, • Work closely with colleagues across housing, repairs, finance, income recovery and support services to deliver joined-up customer solutions.\n, • Develop productive relationships with external organisations including local authorities, police, support agencies, charities and community groups.\n, • Represent the organisation at partnership meetings and multi-agency case conferences where required.\n, • Keep up to date with relevant housing legislation, policies and best practice to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.\n, • Promote resident engagement by encouraging feedback and supporting community involvement initiatives.\nThe Ideal Candidate: \n\n, • Previous experience within housing management, tenancy management or a similar customer-focused environment.\n, • Knowledge of housing legislation, tenancy agreements and neighbourhood management principles.\n, • Experience managing a varied caseload and prioritising competing demands.\n, • Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and supporting vulnerable individuals.\n, • Experience investigating tenancy breaches or anti-social behaviour is desirable.\n, • Strong communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.\n, • Ability to build effective relationships with residents, colleagues and partner organisations.\n, • Good organisational skills with accurate record-keeping and IT proficiency.\n, • Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.\n

Company description: Apply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role. 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: 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, 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. The Luton Engineering & Technology team is focussed on developing product and manufacturing process technology related to aircraft ice protection systems, transparencies and coatings, and specialist structures for both civil and defence applications. Were looking for a Senior Materials Engineer with a strong non-metallic materials engineering background, to join our materials and test team to support the production and development of next generation composite aero structures, ice protection and transparency products. The role will be based in the Materials and Test (M&T) team within the wider Engineering and Technology department and report to the Functional Team Leader. The role as a Senior Materials Engineer will support the business and engineering team, with non-metallic, polymer materials science and processing knowledge and guidance. Concentrating on thin film coating technologies and transparency materials. The role will initially lead a transparency coatings validation project before moving onto site production support and material obsolescence projects. The role will require a knowledge of the interactions between processing parameters and material properties of Acrylics, Polycarbonates and Polymers, being able to guide new technology test plans and current production deviations. You will support the work of the business to establish safe working practices and necessary level of documentation. You will be involved with projects from the planning / assembly / instrumentation / commissioning phase though to successfully performing and reporting the test. You will also be responsible for providing specialist support to existing programmes within your field of expertise, helping to resolve manufacturing issues and supporting continuous improvement efforts. You will have a proven track record of leading and delivering technical work, with strong communication skills being confident working with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, including non-technical audiences. Job Responsibilities Development of manufacturing processes in relation to transparent polymer and adhesive materials Qualification of materials and processes to ensure they comply with the requirements Lead thin film polymer coatings projects Lead material obsolescence and REACh affected material replacement projects Interact with different levels of leadership across the business, reporting progress to senior managers and site leadership team. Work closely with Principle Materials Engineer to effectively manage the Material Obsolescence process Collect inputs, related to a task and take it through an identified process to produce an output / deliverable adhering to quality and schedule requirements. Exemplifying a safety-first mind-set and ensuring compliance with the GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards. Supporting production material related queries and issues, regarding re-life, testing and investigations. Developing, optimizing and maintaining specifications and handbooks related to non-metallic polymers; ensuring they are compliant with all relevant customer, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements. Preparing and defining tests/test plans; critical and systematic interpretation and analysis of test data, applying the outcome of tests for substantiation of specification changes. Defining activities in a project-oriented fashion with identification of deliverables, milestones and associated planning. Troubleshooting and production support on Materials Issues (e.g. Polymers and bonding). Interfacing with customers on a technical (M&T) level. Maintaining contacts with suppliers regarding alternative/new products. Integration into the wider, global engineering function, collaborating with other sites around the world. 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: 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: Chemistry / Materials Science / aerospace engineering education, BSc / MSc level Knowledge of / experience in Polymer material science and processing Significant relevant experience within an industrial engineering discipline, preferably within an aerospace environment Experience with quality systems, specifications, standards, etc., with the ability to oversee the broader field Excellent reporting and project management skills; Good command of the English language, both verbally and in writing, Team player at all levels in the company, pro-active attitude, but also capable of acting on an individual basis and reporting back to the relevant parties within GKN. Desirable: Ability to plan work through formal project management processes, to ensure successful delivery of required outcomes. You will have an awareness of aerospace certification requirements. Knowledge of / experience in Transparent thin film coatings As Senior Materials Engineer you should have a broad interest in Aerospace engineering with a high level of understanding in non-metallic material technologies & testing and characterisation techniques. Youll be able to adapt to changing priorities to meet business priorities handling multiple enquires at once. Your proactive nature will enable you to understand and adapt to new technology areas quickly. Your good communication skills shall enable you to confidently engage with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders, including operations and other business functions. The successful candidate should be adaptable in their approach to work, and be able to adapt to potentially dynamic priorities. As a Senior Materials Engineer, you will be naturally curious and seek to increase/deepen their own technical knowledge through study, collaborative working, hypothesis testing and experimentation. 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 will assess each case individually). We offer: Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits: Competitive salary dependent on experience The opportunity to earn up to 15% bonus Industry Leading Pension Scheme = well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis Life Assurance 8 x salary 185 hours holiday + bank holidays Income protection Shopping discounts Cycle To Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family Electric Vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme (Insurance, servicing, maintenance, roadside assistance and more included) Free onsite parking Local gym discount Free airport parking Enhanced family friendly leave A collaborative, dynamic working environment As 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 apply A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working Everyone 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. xrnqpay ? ?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Operator based in South Bedfordshirefor one of our clients on a Full time permanent basis. Summary of the Production Operator role Salary: £29,000 including shift allowance Location:South Bedfordshire Type of Contract: Permanent Hours: Rotating shift 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am Responsibilities of theProduction Operator • Run machines and produce weather seals, • Replacement of raw materials, • Quality control checks, • Promptly report any quality issues to the supervisor, • Maintain awareness of scheduling requirements and work efficiently to meet targets, • Uphold high standards of housekeeping, • Adhere to all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures, • Report any unsafe acts or Health, Safety and Environmental incidents, • Will involve lifting up to 20Kg Requirements for a successful Production Operator • Experience working with hand, air and power tools, • Previous experience in Manufacturing Production, • Excellent time management, • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, • Good communication skills What our Client offers • Annual attendance bonus for 100% attendance 3% of annual salaryAbout Allstaff Recruitment Were an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, supporting businesses across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas. We recruit for permanent, temporary, and contract roles across multiple sectors. Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruitment Specialists will review your application shortly. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we cant respond to everyone directly. If you dont hear from us within seven days, please assume you have not been successful this time. JBRP1_UKTJ

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities. We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts. We are currently looking for a Highways Operative to join our Highways Term Maintenance Contract based out of our depot in Luton, Bedfordshire. Key Responsibilities Carry out a variety of highways maintenance tasks including: Kerb laying and footway works Drainage repairs and installation Asphalt and patching works General civils and groundworks Operate mechanical plant and machinery (training and certification where required). Support emergency call-out and winter maintenance operations as part of an out-of-hours rota. Work collaboratively with direct labour and subcontract partners to achieve daily/weekly targets. Ensure all work is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with VolkerHighways' quality standards. Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles in a safe, clean and serviceable condition.About you Experience in highways maintenance, construction or general civils (preferred but not essential). NRSWA or Street Works Qualification Register (SWQR) Confident operating plant and tools A strong team player with a positive and reliable work ethic. Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. Full UK driving licence (HGV desirable but not essential). Willingness to undertake training and development (e.g. NRSWA, CSCS, winter duties).If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefit Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP serviceFairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all. #LI-NP1 #VHHTMC

JML are recruiting for a Technology Engineer for Roadside Technology. Reporting into the Assistant PM who reports into the PM MUST HAVE a background in installation or maintenance of electrical or electronic equipment, for example traffic lights On offer is: a salary of 31-40k + car Overtime available Variable shift pattern - Ad hoc weekends and nights Travel needed across the network Candidate will be subject to DBS checks Duties include: Carry out installation, maintenance, and commissioning works on a variety of Highways Roadside Technology Equipment, working with the Ringway team and specialist subcontractors. Ensure all safety, environmental, and quality obligations are met, while fulfilling the needs of clients and stakeholders. • Work safely and promote a safe environment for all operations and personnel. • Carry out installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities on all equipment. • Undertake software, hardware, and systems testing. • Adhere to Health and Safety procedures and produce required documentation. • Support the Assistant Project Manager with planning and delivery of projects/tasks. • Oversee operational teams and subcontractors on site to meet productivity and quality targets. Person Spec • Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, etc.). • Background in installation or maintenance of electrical/electronic equipment. • ONC/HNC or equivalent in Electronic/Electrical Engineering. • Previous registration/knowledge of HERS. • Willingness to work roadside and at heights. If you are interested in the Technology Engineer role then please apply and someone will be in touch

Principal Air Quality Consultant Location: Luton, UK Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 A leading international consultancy is seeking a Principal Air Quality Consultant to assist in leading their UK Air Quality team, based in Luton. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to take a pivotal leadership role in a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation. This role will involve working collaboratively across environmental and climatic disciplines to deliver innovative, high-quality outcomes on ambitious projects. Key responsibilities include: Leading and coordinating technical aspects of UK-based air quality projects Supervising data collection, modelling, analysis, interpretation, and reporting Acting as a technical liaison between project teams, clients, and regulators Preparing Environmental Statement (ES) chapters, technical reports, and proposals Providing technical leadership to enhance capability and quality standards Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to global strategy Coaching and reviewing team members to ensure strong performanceEssential requirements: Degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline In-depth understanding of UK air quality regulations, planning frameworks, and guidance Expertise in dispersion modelling (e.g., ADMS-Roads, ADMS 6.0) Strong GIS skills (QGIS) and experience with analytical tools, ERP systems, and MS Office Professional memberships (e.g., IES, IAQM) with evidence of working at the highest professional level Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skillsDesirable experience: Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field such as Environmental Science Knowledge of other dispersion modelling systems (AERMOD, CALPUFF, etc.) Basic programming skills (Visual Basic, C++, Python, Linux)The package: Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience) Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits Reimbursement of professional membershipsThis is a fantastic opportunity for an established Principal Air Quality Consultant to join a specialist team within a globally recognised consultancy. How to apply: Please apply now or reach out to Charlotte Lavender at Aztrum for more information

Security Controller / Compliance Manager Location: Site based – Luton, Bedfordshire Hours: Monday to Friday (days) Salary: £37,739 We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate strong security administration experience, together with a good understanding of MOD and UKSV processes and procedures. This is a key role overseeing site security compliance to a leading provider across the Government, Security & Defence sector. Working as part of a strong security management team you will be responsible for creating a robust security compliance culture in line with UK Government Security requirements, support the security management team, be a point of contact for site security queries, ensure compliance with company security policies, manage the personnel security clearance requirements and raising security awareness across the department. Your responsibilities will include: • Managing the administration of site compliance covering policies and security requirements, • Help to create and maintain security culture in line with UK Government Security requirements, • Respond to site queries, • Ensure compliance with UK Government Security Policy Frameworks, • Maintenance of all security procedures and implementation of policies, • Carry out briefings, toolbox talks & training for staff and contractors with regards to security policies., • Manage the logging and distributing of Security Aspects Letters, policy management and arranging and conducting audits., • Assist HR with security vetting on new staff, • Manage the site security vetting requirements, • Manage site records Applicants should meet the following criteria: • We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate strong security administration experience, together with a good understanding of MOD and UKSV processes and procedures. This could be within the private sector or within the military/MOD., • Positive and professional attitude with the ability to work well independently., • Proactive with the ability to identify process improvement and implement any changes., • Strong administration and IT skills, • Have the ability to achieve SC clearance Momentum Security Recruitment Specialists Established as a Security Recruitment specialist Momentum Recruitment provide a quality focused recruitment service for the provision of permanent, contract & temporary staff across the EMEA region. Momentum Security Recruitment covers the following markets. • Corporate Security, • Manned Guarding - Management & Operations, • Manned Guarding - SIA licensed Officer & site personnel staff, • Retail Loss Prevention, Audit & Fraud, • Security Sales & Business Development, • HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality Assurance), • Facilities Management - Hard (M&E) & Soft Services, • Fire, • Electronic Security

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