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Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. The Role: This role will be part of our BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire. This Head of Electronics position will head up the electronics design and prototyping department, leading overall design and a managing a team of electronic engineers. This role is suited to a person with extensive experience in detailed electronic design, strong leadership capability, and extensive knowledge of safety- and mission-critical development environments, including DO-254 compliance and controlled design documentation processes. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Management: * Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of electronic engineers (8-10 staff) across multiple programmes. * Define team objectives, competency development plans, and performance goals aligned with business needs. * Foster a culture focused on engineering excellence, traceability, accountability, and continuous improvement. Technical Leadership & Design Execution: * Own and drive the electronic hardware design lifecycle from requirements capture through to production release. Acting as the design authority. * Lead detailed design activities for digital, mixed-signal, Application Processor and FPGA-based, and high-reliability systems. * Oversee complex circuit design, worst-case analysis, component derating, power integrity assessment, and reliability engineering. * Provide expert review and approval of schematics, PCB layouts, component selection, and detailed design documentation. Design Standardisation & Quality Governance: * Act as the organisational Subject Matter Expert for DO-254 processes, standards, and industry best practice. * Maintain design assurance processes and verification traceability across safety-critical electronics developments. * Oversee configuration control, Verfication and Validation activities Project & Stakeholder Coordination: * Work cross-functionally with Systems Engineering, Software, Mechanical, Test, and Programme Management teams to ensure aligned delivery. * Support bid development, cost estimation, design planning, and reporting to internal and customer stakeholders. * Ensure workloads, priorities, project risks, and dependencies are managed effectively to meet schedule commitments. Qualifications and Skills: Essential: • Strong project and programme management experience., • 15-20 years experience in electronics hardware design across digital and mixed signal systems, • Chartered/Incorporated Engineering Status, • Experience applying and designing to DO-254, • At least 5 years of extensive wiring and PCB rework experience., • Significant expertise in detailed electronics hardware design., • Detailed understanding of the electronics manufacturing processes, • Excellent attention to detail., • Process driven, ability to read legislation and implement processes to ensure adherence., • Experience managing 5+ projects/programmes at a time with many stakeholders., • Excellent time management/prioritisation skills, • Highly organised and able to work multi projects in fast paced environment, • Adaptable personality with professional approach, • Leading a team, • Good verbal and written communication skills, • Excellent organisation skills, • Conscientious, with a proactive work ethic Desirable: • Experience working on many projects at once and managing your time effectively., • Experience of interfacing with subcontractors, • Experience writing VHDL or Verilog, • Experience writing embedded C and Python Subject to UK MoD security clearance vetting to a minimum SC level As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it.

Working with the Project Managers and business leads so that the portfolio of projects progress to plan and any concerns are escalated as required to the Head of Business Transformation and Senior Leadership Team. Identify technical impact for projects / programmes and ensure project and programme m

The Institute’s programmes encourage a perspective that is not confined to the theological and religious heritage of Islam, but seeks to explore the relationship of religious ideas to broader dimensions of society and culture. Head of Programmes, Human Resource Development (United Kingdom). The In

A charitable organisation is seeking a Head of Programmes to lead and improve mentoring programs for care-affected girls and young women. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Leadership experience as Head of Programmes, Head of Business Development, Funding Manager, Partnerships Manager, Programme Director, Impact and Evaluation Lead. As Head of New Programmes and Business Development, you will lead the development, mobilisation and delivery of new restricted programmes

Kick It Out, football’s leading equality and inclusion organisation, is seeking a Head of Programmes to oversee the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of our education, talent development, and community programmes. As Head of Programmes, you will manage our full programme portfolio, ensu

As Head of Place and Regeneration Programmes, you will be at the forefront of shaping the next phase of Leeds development. Your remit will span major regeneration schemes, including the prospect of the Leeds New Town designation, supporting growth of major employment sites and the delivery of strate

Sister System is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Programmes to lead the operational delivery and continuous improvement of our mentoring, learning, and development programmes for care‑affected girls and young women aged 13–24. The Head of Programmes will serve as a Designated Safeguar

Kick It Out, football’s leading equality and inclusion organisation, is seeking a Head of Programmes to oversee the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of our education, talent development, and community programmes. As Head of Programmes, you will manage our full programme portfolio, ensu

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Head of Programmes for the CRADLE SMART initiative. This part-time role involves managing FCDO funded research programmes, ensuring compliance and successful delivery. This role offers a fixed-term contract until March 2028, emphasizing commitment to equal

A charity organization in the UK is seeking a Head of New Programmes and Business Development to lead the creation and delivery of impactful programmes. This role involves securing funding, managing relationships with various stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality execution of projects.

Reporting to the CRADLE SMART Co-Chief Investigators, the Head of Programmes CRADLE SMART is responsible for the management, delivery and reporting on the FCDO funded CRADLE SMART programmes of research including: ensuring the high-quality delivery of research, donor reporting, contract compliance,

Kick It Out, football’s leading equality and inclusion organisation, is seeking a Head of Programmes to oversee the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of our education, talent development, and community programmes. As Head of Programmes, you will manage our full programme portfolio, ensu

An organization promoting equality in sports is seeking a Head of Programmes to manage the design, delivery, and improvement of various initiatives aimed at making football inclusive and equitable.

A leading equality and inclusion organisation in football is seeking a Head of Programmes to manage and enhance education and community initiatives. This fully remote role offers benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, income protection, and financial contributions to your pension.

As the Head of New Programmes and Business Development, you will lead the development, mobilisation and delivery of new restricted programmes across the Behaviour Change and Development Directorate and, where required, the wider organisation. As they continue to grow their impact and ambition, they

In an uncertain world, be at the heart of planning rapid and differentiated capabilities that gets cutting edge capability into the hands of our air users. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which ar

Due to the varied type of projects which the role encompasses, the person needs to have a good understanding of the type of work carried out in this sector and be able to manage and deliver projects successfully. Experience of actively contributing to the development, analysis and implementation of

This is a unique and exceptional opportunity to obtain shares and progress within an established business, placing the successful candidate at the forefront of a thriving and growing office. Associate Director Job Overview Oversee daily operations across various departments, ensuring efficiency and

With a busy project pipeline and healthy order book for the remainder of 2025 and into 2026, the business are seeking to recruit a Senior Project Manager with a track record of delivering projects in excess of c£30m in single value through the whole project lifecycle including pre-construction, PCS

An exciting role for a SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER or ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER to join a large firm of construction consultants based in client offices in Luton, Bedfordshire. They are a large firm of consultants with offices in the UK and abroad. You should have a stable work record with other firms of

Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the full project lifecycle Oversee the delivery of building-related infrastructure under NEC contract frameworks Manage client relationships, consultants, contractors, and other key stakeholders Provide strong leadership to ensure programme, budget, and quality

Role: Head of Projects Location: Hemel Hempstead Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 + package The Company This Head of Projects role is with one of the global leaders in the facilities management and property services sectors, providing a wide range of services to a multi-national client bas

Letchworth + International Travel.DOE) + £4,800 car allowance + overtime.Salary dependent on experience (£4555k).Car allowance: £4,800 per annum.Pension (3% matched contribution).Paid accommodation + €40 subsistence per overnight stay.This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled.AV, automation

Founded 30 years ago, this multi-disciplinary consultancy operates throughout the UK with a team of 70+ across multiple offices, they are now looking to expand their Bedford office with a Senior Planner, ideally MRTPI. Senior Planner Job available with an established planning consultancy, based from

Founded in 1980, this UK-based civil engineering and infrastructure specialist is one of the largest privately owned firms in the sector.

Knowledge of the development and implementation of asset structures, planning standards, WBS and. Clause 60 programmes and supportive narratives. Degree in civil engineering or an appropriate professional qualification.

Role overview * Site based planning support across a large design and build infrastructure project * Develop and manage programmes using Oracle Primavera and Oracle Primavera Cloud * Work closely with delivery teams from project inception through to completion * Planning of utilities, water, pip

Founded 30 years ago, this multi-disciplinary consultancy operates throughout the UK with a team of 70+ across multiple offices, they are now looking to expand their Bedford office with a Senior Planner, ideally MRTPI. Role & Responsibilities Provide advice on planning matter to clients Preparing a

The role offers genuine progression, strong professional exposure and the chance to work closely with clients, consultants and local authorities. Key responsibilities include: Preparing and submitting planning applications, statements and supporting documents Undertaking site appraisals, policy re

Job Title: Senior Programme Manager (Assessment)Salary: £60,400 - £80,800Location: Cambridge/Hybrid (minimum of 2 days per week in the office)Contract: Fixed Term (18 months) - 35 hours per week <b

Are you passionate about shaping the future of professional learning? We’re looking for a dynamic leader to take charge of planning, developing, and delivering high-quality qualifications in Human Resources , Learning & Development , and Leadership & Management. Why Join Us? You’ll be at the for

This role offers the chance to update and review projects process ensuring timelines meets budgets. You will be working for a well-known contractor that values not only their tenants but every stakeholder within the business, ensuring attention to detail, collaboration and a commitment to maintainin

Project Manager Are you an experienced Project Manager with experience managing construction or Engineering Projects to CDM regulations? Does the idea of working within a growing and thriving business excite you? Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager

Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. We bring together Swedish herita

Our Client is a market leading organisation with an impressive portfolio of B2B customers in multiple sectors. The aim of this role is to provide industry leading operational opportunities are presented with absolute clarity and understanding to all project stakeholders. To regularly attend customer

Reporting to the Head of Building Safety and Asset Compliance, youll oversee the full lifecycle of remediation projects, ensuring work meets all relevant regulations and safety standards.

The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust. This senior role will oversee all operational aspects of the Consortium, suppo

Programme Leadership:*** Work with project lead to develop and execute a comprehensive relocation and change management plan, covering infrastructure, workforce, and operational readinessChange Management:* Design, trial and implement strategies to prepare employees for new ways of working, incl

Extensive experience of formal management of complex programmes/projects, including the use of formal project management tools for the full life-cycle of large scale, complex programmes/projects in a real-world environment. Temporary position: You will drive our Productivity Programme, working close

We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we ensure we’re creating an environment whe

Understanding of Agile principles. As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, d

An environmental action NGO is seeking a Chief Programmes Officer to shape and deliver global sustainability programmes. Experience in delivering complex programmes, relationship-building with stakeholders, and passion for sustainability are essential. This role offers hybrid working options and a c

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of project management experience, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of methodologies like Agile and Waterfall.

Alongside project delivery, you will line manage project officers and other staff, deputise for the Head of Climate Change where required, and contribute to the development of strategies, policies and procedures that will strengthen our long‑term approach to flood risk. This is a unique opportunit

As the Project Director you will lead the end-to-end planning, procurement, delivery, and commissioning of major water, energy and other utilities plants and associated infrastructure. Professional certifications: PMP, APM, PRINCE2, or NEC/FIDIC accreditation. Knowledge of public sector procurement

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Degree qualified in a related field and proficient in project management software and construction documentation tools. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair an

John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age,