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Job Title: Senior/Principal Naval Architect Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth or Frimley We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What you’ll be doing: You will be conducting the analysis and evaluations of submarine platform manoeuvring performance from concept design to in service support, whilst undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data. You will be working with enterprise partners to develop modelling capabilities, processes and toolsets, all whilst collaborating with Naval Architect teams and customers to deliver innovative and safe submarine solutions, while supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials. Core duties: • You will have gained prior experience within the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling, • You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods As a Principal or Senior Naval Architect in the Vehicle Control team, you will work with experts across Naval Architecture and the Whole Boat Design Team on major, complex submarine design and build programmes, delivering advanced platforms for the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-CB1 #LI-hybrid

Wing Industrial Architect Location: Filton (60% onsite) Contract: Full-time Security Clearance: BPSS + eligibility for UK SC clearance Join us in shaping the future of wing industrial systems Guidant Global is proud to partner with Airbus to recruit a Wing Industrial Architect, a unique opportunity to help co-create the next generation of aerospace products and the industrial systems that bring them to life. Working as part of a highly collaborative, transnational team across the UK, Spain and Germany, you'll play a critical role in designing, validating and optimising industrial concepts for future aircraft programmes. This is an exciting chance to work at the forefront of aerospace innovation while contributing to a more sustainable future for flight. What you'll be doing In this role, you'll work across multiple stakeholders to develop an optimised industrial system concept that meets programme requirements. You will build broad expertise across wing components while developing technical, leadership and project management capabilities. Your key responsibilities will include: Industrial System Design & Readiness • Supporting one or more new wing programmes, ensuring industrial readiness for programme launch and ramp-up., • Leading or contributing to Value Stream Analysis and Mapping for new industrial set-ups., • Supporting the development and maturation of a new Industrial Ramp-up Simulation tool., • Applying lean principles to support Lean Line Design during industrialisation phases., • Collaborating with engineering teams, manufacturing plants and external stakeholders., • Supporting project planning, risk management, progress tracking and reporting., • Building strong working relationships and influencing decisions in a trusted, open environment. What you'll bring We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and encourage candidates who may not meet every requirement to apply. Essential skills & experience • Strong communication skills, with the ability to present to stakeholders at all levels., • Solid understanding of wing assembly processes., • Experience in aerostructure assembly within an industrial or manufacturing environment., • A collaborative mindset and the desire to work across technical teams and operational functions., • Experience working with suppliers, research partners or cross-functional programmes., • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies., • Exposure to Industry 4.0 concepts and technologies. Why join us? This role offers the chance to learn, develop and make a tangible impact on the future of aviation. You'll benefit from: • A supportive, international working environment with opportunities to build a global network., • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies, materials and industrial processes., • The opportunity to shape next-generation aerospace production systems., • Ongoing development of analytical, technical, leadership and project management skills., • Direct involvement in sustainable innovation and future aircraft concepts. Additional information • Hours: 35 hours per week (4.5 days, flexible between 7am-7pm), • Travel: Occasional UK travel, • IR35: Inside, • Contract Duration: 12 months (with potential extension) If you're passionate about innovation, curious about industrial systems of the future and ready to make a meaningful contribution to a world-leading aerospace programme, we'd love to hear from you. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Title: Principal Systems Engineer Location: Portsmouth Naval Base On site Salary: Up to £58,000 depending on skills and experience + 10% bonus Who we are: Join BAE Systems and youll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, youll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. Youll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, theres no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What youll be doing: In this position you will be applying Systems Thinking to understand the wider problem space, manage constraints and emergent behaviours, and balance key trade-offs while shaping Architecture & Interfaces that define how systems work and interact. You will deliver strong Requirements Leadership and Management by capturing, decomposing and agreeing requirements, maintaining traceability and managing change. The role will champion Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) by modelling system behaviour, structure and interfaces, ensuring modelling standards are followed, and generating controlled outputs that support design, verification and validation. In addition, you will also apply Problem Decomposition & Complexity Management to break down multi-domain challenges, visualise dependencies and maintain structured decision records throughout delivery. You will contribute to Lifecycle Delivery & Systems Integration by tailoring lifecycle processes, planning integration when required, and preparing for design and test reviews. Service Hub Collaboration will be a requirement, involving close engagement with Asset Management Service Hubs to tailor and deliver systems engineering capabilities and services. Through strong Technical Expertise & Leadership, you will lead reviews, manage risks and issues, ensure governance and safety expectations are met, and deliver work packages to cost, schedule and quality. You will also mentor and coach engineers, promote systems engineering best practices and exemplify BAE Systems behaviours and ways of working. Essential skills: • Youll have strong experience of applying systems engineering across the lifecycle, including requirements management, architecture definition, integration, MBSE and V&V, • Youll have experience of using high level design methodologies and architectures (e.g. UAF, NAF, TOGAF, SysML, UML) and practical capability in MBSE, using tools such as Enterprise Architect to model system behaviour, structure and interfaces. Additionally, you will have experience using requirements and interface management toolsets (e.g., DOORS), maintaining traceability and controlling system interfaces, • Youll have knowledge of applying Systems Engineering standards and principles including ISO 15288, • Youll have exposure to system integration and verification activities to ensure functional and performance needs are met This position sits within the Systems Engineering Hub, which is part of the Warship Technical Authority (WTA) Service Hub. The WTA aims to deliver Naval whole ship, systems and equipment engineering support and change management. The position will be part of a high performing Systems Engineering team, which works across the Maritime and Land Defence Solutions business unit. They will be required to lead and manage the delivery of on-going contracted workstreams and deliver tailored systems engineering services to the Asset Management Service Hubs, which comprises of warship Platform Management, Maintenance Management, Supply Chain, Data and Digital Services. The Principal Systems Engineer provides technical leadership, acts as a technical authority within their scope, engages with customers and suppliers, and mentors engineers to build capability across projects and teams. As a Principal Systems Engineer you will support the delivery of one or more of the core WTA service elements; Design Change Management, Platform Technical Assurance, Material State Management, Obsolescence Management, Specialist Engineering Support, Future Support and Transformation Planning. Why BAE Systems? Here youll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. Youll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to whats most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: Were committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 14th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-RB1 #LI-Onsite JBRP1_UKTJ

Role: Building Regulations Principal Designer Location: UK wide office network (you can be based in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Liverpool) Sector: Construction Consultancy Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + bonus scheme + attractive benefits package We Recruit Group has partnered exclusively with an independent property & construction consultancy that has a network of offices based across the UK. The business has been operating for 30 years, delivering both project management and building surveying services to their clients across the built environment. They have ambitious plans for the future and have recently appointed a Head of CDM/ PD to lead a new department, they are now looking to hire a Building Regs Principal Designer to work closely with the Head of service and further grow and develop this new department. This is a critical hire for the business and they would like to appoint an experienced, competent, client facing professional who has previously worked within a consultancy environment. The role has been created off the back of the changes happening in the industry related to the Building Safety Act, and the business wanting to integrate their PD and BSA service offering to help their clients navigate these changes and ensure that building regs and BSA compliance is achieved. The role would suit client facing, technically excellent and driven individual, someone who wants to grow a business during an exciting time in the sector. Duties: • Ensure Building Safety Act and Building Regulations compliance across the project portfolio., • Liaise with the Principal Designer, Principal Contractor, Architects, MEP, Fire Engineers, Design teams and other parties to ensure compliance on projects., • Attend client and design team meetings to offer professional input relation to building regs and BSA compliance., • Provide technical advice to clients, contractors, developers, colleagues, and key stakeholders., • Ensure that compliance trackers are updated and carry out drawing reviews and ensure that they meet relevant compliance checks., • Support with Gateway Application process on their portfolio of HRB projects., • Ensure that the Golden Thread of information is updated and accessible., • A background as an Architect/ Architectural Technologist with an excellent technical understanding of the building regulations, approved documents and the Building Safety Act., • Membership to RIBA or ARB., • Understanding of RIBA Framework (stages 1 5)., • Experience of supporting clients with Gateway 2 submissions is essential., • Salary in the region of £65,000 - £75,000., • Annual bonus scheme based on targets and performance., • Company share scheme and business equity., • Travel and mileage expenses covered., • 26 days holiday + 8 days bank holiday + birthday off., • Company pension plan., • Private healthcare scheme., • Excellent CPD, training and support., • Professional membership fees covered. JBRP1_UKTJ

DevOps Engineer Location: Remote Role Overview Reporting to the Web Architect, the DevOps Engineer will play a key role in designing and implementing the technical backbone of the digital platforms. This role is crucial to supporting the “digital first” strategy with solutions that are flexible, scalable, and reliable. The DevOps Engineer will work closely with internal IT teams at all levels, requiring clear communication with colleagues of varying technical expertise. You will help guide the business through technical changes, documenting processes, and ensuring seamless integration of new solutions. This role demands a balance of technical expertise, stakeholder management, and a people-focused mindset to deliver high-quality solutions and support the company’s strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities • Define web platform architecture aligned with the business goals., • Work with Security and Infrastructure teams to ensure platforms are secure, compatible, and optimised., • Conduct design reviews to simplify and modernise web platform infrastructure., • Support the delivery of innovative digital solutions., • Maintain awareness of DevOps best practices and industry trends., • Perform other duties as required, aligned with the scope of the role., • Demonstrate professionalism in interactions with business teams and third parties., • Respond promptly and appropriately to requests from management or the business., • Shape and nurture a positive technical culture within the team., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-focused experiences., • Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders., • Engage stakeholders to guide digital solution decisions and explain IT/web concepts clearly., • Foster collaboration and strong business partnerships within the team and across the organisation., • Support team members and contribute to overall team success., • Identify training needs and support upskilling within the team., • Act responsibly and professionally at all times. Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience • Strong understanding of infrastructure architectures and cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure)., • Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Bicep or Terraform., • Knowledge of Agile development principles., • Awareness of architectural impacts on performance and security., • Strong technical documentation, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills., • Excellent interpersonal and time management skills., • Ownership mentality and pride in delivering high-quality solutions. Experience • 3–5+ years as a DevOps Engineer with a solid understanding of DevOps principles., • Hands-on experience deploying to Azure using Terraform or Bicep., • Implementing network and security best practices., • Working with patterns such as Headless, Microservices, and Event-Driven Architecture., • Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.

A leading technology staffing agency is seeking a Solution Architect Specialist for a Huawei OSS design role in Bristol. Candidates should have experience in maintaining service continuity, ensuring the platform performs optimally, and supporting operational teams during network transitions. Join a

A leading technology recruitment firm in Bristol is seeking a Solutions Architect who specializes in cloud and network architecture. Responsibilities include designing system architectures, leading integrations, and evaluating current systems for improvements.

Joining the Architecture team at Network Rail offers the chance to influence public transport architecture - right from the earliest stages of design. Year in Industry Student – Architect. This is architecture with real‑world impact.

Extensive experience in the architecture/design, development, and implementation of large-scale Wide Area Network (WAN) architectures with a strong focus on network, firewall, Routing and Cloud. Thorough knowledge and experience with Network security standards (Network Bank architecture analysis, Ne

The role involves leading the Experts with Lived Experience network, promoting survivor leadership, and ensuring participation in governance structures.

A leading global investment firm in Greater London is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to design and operate Cisco ACI infrastructure while automating network tasks using Python and Terraform. Candidates should have strong networking skills, particularly with Cisco technologies, Palo Alto firewall

A leading IT consultancy is seeking a Senior Network Engineer/Network Architect to design and deliver high-performance data centre networking solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of networking experience, CCIE certification, and strong hands-on capabilities. This role involves work

A leading technology company in Greater London seeks a Staff Network Engineer to serve as a technical architect and senior project lead for network infrastructure. This position requires expertise in Arista EOS, Palo Alto Networks, and Aruba wireless solutions. The ideal candidate will drive automat

A leading consulting company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Technology – Network Technology Architect. This role involves designing and implementing enterprise networking solutions, managing IT service delivery, and driving improvement through automation. Ideal candidates will have skills in C

Expertise in cloud-based network architectures and integration of network automation solutions. Network Inventory / OSS Principal Architect. This key role will involve leading the architecture and design of cutting-edge solutions in service orchestration, service assurance, and network automation.

A leading space technology company in Greater London is seeking a Network Architect Team Leader to define and manage the architecture for hybrid space-terrestrial telecommunications networks.

The Network Architects’ role is a technical role and is broken down into the following areas:. Define the strategy for our core network infrastructure, data centres, ISP systems and tooling to support automation and orchestration across the network. Working across both networking and server discip

The ideal candidate should have strong skills in network security architecture, experience with Palo Alto Networks, and knowledge of financial service regulations. A technology firm in London is seeking a freelance Security Architect specialized in Infrastructure & Network Security. The role involve

A technology consulting company is seeking a Network & Infrastructure Architect in London. This role involves hands-on work with Juniper networking technologies and SolarWinds monitoring solutions, focusing on delivering a high-profile infrastructure rollout.

Reporting to the manager of Network Architecture & Design, you will be responsible for the design, evolution, governance, and implementation of enterprise cloud networking solutions, with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure. Design end‑to‑end Azure networking architectures, including segmentation

You’ll work closely with customers, internal teams, and vendors to translate business requirements into scalable, robust architectures that solve real-world challenges. Lead architecture workshops, whiteboard sessions, and technical presentations for strategic accounts. Act as a subject-matter exp

The role involves optimising data architecture, automating processes, and ensuring data quality and compliance.

We are currently recruiting for a Network Architect on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for end‑to‑end solution design and technical assurance of customer network solutions ensuring they meet functional, security and operational requirements.

A leading global marketing services company is looking for a Global Foundational Insights Fabric Manager in London to manage the Workforce data architecture in Microsoft Fabric.

Create Network Assessment Report – Architecture and configuration details of network Devices. Azure Network Security Architect. Develop, Design and implement VNETs, Subnets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, SDWAN and network solutions.

A leading data and technology company in London seeks a Head of Campus Network to oversee global engineering and operations for Secure Service Edge and Zero Trust Network Access. With significant leadership experience in enterprise networking, proficiency in Zscaler or Netskope is essential.

If you’re a seasoned Network Architect looking for your next challenge get in touch 🚀. Lead network architecture & design for high‑performance, complex environments. Strong background in routing & switching, SD‑WAN, network security, and enterprise‑scale design.

A leading workspace provider in London is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to take full ownership of their network across 60+ sites. This hands-on position will focus 80% on network architecture and project delivery while ensuring ongoing optimization and security. Ideal candidates will have extens

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of core banking systems and a proven track record in leading and architecting solutions for complex banking technology transformations. Lead the design and implementation of the solution architecture for the core banking migration, ensuring that it

In this role you will assist in leading teams that analyse, design, troubleshoot and implement network architecture in order to best meet client requirements; leverages resources from different teams to ensure that customer needs are met. Assist in troubleshooting the most complex data or voice netw

A global leader in genomic technology is looking for a senior network engineer to enhance their enterprise network infrastructure. Candidates should have a strong enterprise networking background, ideally in complex multi-site environments.

A leading technology solutions provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a GIS Solution Architect to design and implement enterprise GIS architectures. The ideal candidate possesses over five years of experience, with a strong focus on Utility Network projects and expertise in ArcGIS products.

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Senior Network & Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain their network and security infrastructure. The ideal candidate will manage change requests on networking and firewall devices, participate in compliance audits, and communicate e

Knowledge of Inter-satellite links and space networking concepts and cloud networking. Act as the technical authority for network architecture in programs and bids. Define and own the end-to-end network architecture for space systems, including space segment, ground segment and cloud integration.

A leading global exchange group in London is seeking a Senior Network Security Specialist to design and implement security measures for their enterprise network. Ideal candidates will have experience with Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks, a solid understanding of Zero Trust principles, and relevant i

An innovative technology firm is looking for a Network Architect to lead the development and maintenance of its network infrastructure. This role will focus on providing technical leadership and strategic oversight for ISP services while ensuring robust support for complex network projects. Successf

A leading technology consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant in Infrastructure & Network Architecture. You will lead projects, design secure network solutions, and engage with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have experience in infrastructure and network roles, along wit

A prominent technology firm in Greater London seeks a Network Security Specialist to engineer and deploy network strategies. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience, a strong background in network architecture, and proficiency in scripting and automation.

A leading global travel management firm is looking for a Network Security Architect to design and implement secure network infrastructures remotely. Key responsibilities include architecting end-to-end secure network solutions, assessing threats, and leading deployments in a fast-paced environment.

A global technology solutions partner in Greater London is looking for a Senior Network Security Engineer to design and implement security solutions for clients.

A technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Network Architect specializing in SCADA and OT Infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience in designing and managing industrial network architectures. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with critical security

A healthcare services provider is seeking an Ancillary / Physician Network Specialist to lead remote initiatives in recruiting providers and negotiating contracts. The role involves overseeing the credentialing process, managing provider relations, and conducting network analysis.

Network Architect (Hybrid: Cloud & On premise Networking skills). Architecture & Design: HLD/LLD creation, modernization roadmaps, cloud integrated network design patterns. Technology – Network Technology Architect.

A global IP carrier is seeking a talented IP Network Engineer/Architect to lead the design and development of advanced network services across a multi-layer infrastructure. As an IP Network Engineer/Architect, you will take ownership of network planning, design, and implementation for complex IP/MPL

The candidate will act as a subject matter expert, defining security standards and reviewing network designs, focusing on best practices in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for someone with a strong telco background looking to step into strategic architecture.

Network IT is currently recruiting for a Lead Security Architect, on behalf of our client in Milton Keynes. Strong background in Security Architecture, particularly within government. This is a 12 month initial contract, to provide Security Architecture expertise to a client who are undergoing a bus

An established financial services provider is seeking a Senior Network Architect for a hands-on role in London. The position is focused on significant infrastructure transformation, requiring deep expertise in Cisco networking, cloud connectivity, and security design principles. The ideal candidate

A major global financial exchange in London is seeking a Senior Network Security Specialist to oversee the design and implementation of network security controls across various platforms.