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Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for working on cutting edge projects, this could be ideal for you. Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Marine applications 12 month contract (Outside IR35) Immediate start We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Mechanical Design Engineer join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible developing advanced maritime capabilities. Responsibilities will include: • Accountability for full systems from inception to delivery; driving function, quality, and performance, • Conducting detailed analysis of design requirements, specifications, and project objectives to develop innovative mechanical design solutions, • Utilisation of CAD software and other design tools to create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models of mechanical components, ensuring accuracy, functionality, and compliance with industry standards and regulations., • Substantiate designs using analytical methods, FEA software, and other simulation tools to validate the integrity, performance, and safety of mechanical designs in the maritime environment., • Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, naval architects, and control systems engineers, to ensure seamless integration and compatibility of mechanical designs with other system elements., • Conduct material selection and evaluation, considering factors such as mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, weight optimisation, and cost-effectiveness, for the development of maritime technology solutions., • Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, engineering drawings, and technical reports, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records throughout the design and development process., • Commit to learning fast and learning by doing, through the use of prototypes, simulation and other testing and validation. Qualifications and Experience: • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, analyse, and resolve complex design challenges., • Courageous and innovative mindset, unafraid to challenge conventional thinking and propose novel ideas., • Proficiency in sketching and the ability to communicate design concepts visually., • Expertise in 3D modelling software, such as Inventor or SolidWorks., • In-depth knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, and manufacturing processes relevant to maritime technology, enabling a confident and justified compromise of performance and cost., • Strong knowledge of material selection and combination for use in the marine environment, extending to established and novel corrosion mitigation technologies and methodologies., • Confident in design justification through market research, hand calculation, simulation, and physical testing., • Familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards for marine systems and equipment. In particular, experience designing for class approval of machinery and mechanical systems against Lloyd’s or DNV-GL is beneficial., • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present design proposals., • Strong attention to detail and the ability to create accurate technical drawings and models., • Experience with prototyping, testing, and iterative design processes., • A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Advanced degrees or specialised certifications are a plus., • Experience with pneumatic systems and the design of such systems, • A deep understanding of complex mechanical linkages and systems, • Experience with marine or mobile robotics projects. Candidates must be able to obtain BPSS clearance and should have the right to work in the UK.

Are you ready to help shape the future? We are working on pioneering defence and research programmes that push the boundaries of engineering and innovation. As a Principal FEA Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology alongside some of the brightest minds in the sector. This is your chance to play a major technical role in a large, multi‑year, high‑profile maritime programme, contributing directly to projects that protect and advance national capability. The Role As a Principal FEA Engineer, you will lead key workstreams and guide a mixed‑discipline engineering team. You will play a central role in delivering engineering outputs for a significant maritime defence project. Day‑to‑day, you will use Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to model and assess the structural response of submarine propulsors under both quasi‑static and dynamic conditions. You will develop and review FEA models, produce technical reports and design documentation, and approve work packages and engineering drawings. Responsibilities Delivery Lead and coordinate engineering activities to deliver projects effectively. Apply technical expertise and sound judgement to solve problems, plan tasks, and manage delivery within scope, time and budget.Resilience Share expertise and mentor others to build capability across engineering teams.Internal Collaboration Promote cross-functional collaboration and ensure compliance with relevant processes and standards.External Collaboration Engage with partners and stakeholders to develop joint technical approaches and support business development. Represent the team in external forums and customer meetings.Safety Ensure responsible projects/programmes are conducted safely. Highlight hazards and unsafe practices, providing options to reduce risks as far as reasonably practicable.Governance Ensure governance is applied consistently across technical programmes. Act as a peer reviewer or independent reviewer for other projects where appropriate. Essential Experience Significant previous experience leading multidisciplinary project teams. Excellent understanding of engineering principles. Substantial experience of structural design to recognised codes of practice (Maritime or Civil). Experience of Finite Element Analysis of structures and systems. Proficient in FEA software (ideally Abaqus). Proficient in CAD software. Essential Qualifications BEng / MEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent industry experience. Working Environment This role is offered on a 37‑hour working week with hybrid working patterns available. You will have access to advanced engineering and testing facilities, including capability for hydrodynamic model testing, rotating arm systems, and large‑scale marine design validation setups. These facilities support global customers by enabling complex model tests for surface ships, submarines, offshore structures, and renewable energy devices. Why Join This Organisation? You'll join an employer committed to solving complex engineering challenges and advancing capability across defence, research, and innovation. You will benefit from: A collaborative environment where diverse disciplines work together Opportunities to innovate, take ownership, and contribute to meaningful national programmes A culture of inclusivity, authenticity, and professional growth Benefits Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance Generous holiday allowance, plus the option to purchase additional days Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance options Employee discount portal (insurance, retail, cinema, travel and more) Support for the Armed Forces community (Gold Award standard) Volunteering opportunities to support charities and local communities Recruitment & Security The recruitment process is designed to be inclusive and supportive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, you are encouraged to discuss this with your recruiter. Many roles require national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate clearance may be able to transfer it. Some positions have additional restrictions relating to nationality or dual‑nationality status

Systems Engineer - Defence Technology Location: South of England, Hampshire (exact location shared at screening stage) Working Pattern: Fully On‑Site, 37 hours per week Security Requirement: Sole UK Nationals Only - must be eligible for high‑level national security vetting Be Part of the Future of Defence Engineering Are you excited by complex technical challenges? Do you want to work with cutting‑edge technology that plays a critical role in protecting lives and supporting national security? We are looking for a Systems Engineer to join a specialist engineering team working across airborne and acoustic defence systems. This is an opportunity to work in a highly innovative environment, designing and developing advanced solutions that make a real‑world impact. The Role As a Systems Engineer, you will contribute to a range of research, development, test and evaluation activities across multi‑disciplinary science and engineering projects. You'll support the development of airborne anti‑submarine warfare systems, working closely with technical teams and customers to deliver high‑integrity, mission‑critical capability. Day‑to‑day, you'll be part of a collaborative engineering team designing, testing and refining complex systems that push the boundaries of innovation. What You'll Be Doing Applying systems or software engineering lifecycle principles to challenging defence problems Using rapid‑prototyping to influence and validate system design Collaborating with a dynamic engineering team while taking ownership of individual tasks Supporting delivery of acoustic systems requiring sensor and aircraft simulation using high‑fidelity test signals Contributing hands‑on technical expertise to deliver advanced, mission‑winning solutions Essential Experience Understanding of the Systems and/or Software Engineering lifecycle Previous experience working within a Systems Engineering environment Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team Essential Qualifications Degree in Physics, Maths, Oceanography, Electronics, or a relevant engineering discipline (Candidates with equivalent technical experience are also encouraged to apply.) Who We're Looking For We welcome applications from candidates with diverse technical backgrounds. If you bring curiosity, drive and strong engineering capability, we'd love to hear from you. Important: Due to the nature of the work, only sole UK nationals can be considered. What's on Offer Matched‑contribution pension scheme with life assurance Generous annual leave with the option to buy additional days Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental cover options Employee discounts on travel, insurance, restaurants, entertainment and more Opportunities to volunteer and support local community initiatives A collaborative, supportive environment with clear career development pathways

Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for design and development, for a pre-production project then this could be perfect for you. Mechanical Design Engineer (contract) Outside IR35 Marine applications Immediate start Responsibilities will include: Accountability for full systems from inception to delivery; driving function, quality, and performance Conducting detailed analysis of design requirements, specifications, and project objectives to develop innovative mechanical design solutions Utilisation of CAD software and other design tools to create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models of mechanical components, ensuring accuracy, functionality, and compliance with industry standards and regulations. Substantiate designs using analytical methods, FEA software, and other simulation tools to validate the integrity, performance, and safety of mechanical designs in the maritime environment. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, naval architects, and control systems engineers, to ensure seamless integration and compatibility of mechanical designs with other system elements. Conduct material selection and evaluation, considering factors such as mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, weight optimisation, and cost-effectiveness, for the development of maritime technology solutions. Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, engineering drawings, and technical reports, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records throughout the design and development process. Qualifications and Experience: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, analyse, and resolve complex design challenges. Expertise in 3D modelling software, such as Inventor or SolidWorks. In-depth knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, and manufacturing processes relevant to maritime technology, enabling a confident and justified compromise of performance and cost. Strong knowledge of material selection and combination for use in the marine environment, extending to established and novel corrosion mitigation technologies and methodologies. Confident in design justification through market research, hand calculation, simulation, and physical testing. Familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards for marine systems and equipment. In particular, experience designing for class approval of machinery and mechanical systems against Lloyd’s or DNV-GL is beneficial. A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Advanced degrees or specialised certifications are a plus. Experience with pneumatic systems and the design of such systems A deep understanding of complex mechanical linkages and systems Candidates must be able to obtain BPSS clearance and should have the right to work in the UK

Senior Systems Engineer - Defence Sector (UK Nationals Only) Great ideas come from diverse minds. We bring together engineers, scientists, and technical specialists from a wide variety of backgrounds - giving them the tools, freedom, and support to make a real difference. Our shared mission: solving meaningful technical problems and creating capability that protects what matters most. As technology evolves, so do we - developing solutions that shape tomorrow, not just today. The Opportunity We are seeking Senior Systems Engineers to take a leading role in the design and delivery of innovative systems across Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT), RF communications and advanced sensing technologies. You will take ownership of system designs for cutting‑edge defence electronics and robust PNT solutions. Typical areas of work include: Communication and RF systems Radar and ground-search systems GNSS anti‑jam and anti‑spoof solutions Directional antenna systems eLORAN and alternative navigation technologiesThis role suits someone who enjoys working closely with defence users, applying deep technical knowledge, and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels. You'll operate in a technically challenging but highly rewarding environment, making informed technical decisions and guiding engineering trade‑offs. Key Responsibilities As a Senior Systems Engineer, you may: Build a strong understanding of existing electronic warfare (EW) and navigation systems and future development plans. Act as a System Design Authority across the full engineering lifecycle - from early R&D concepts to product delivery and support. Provide leadership and systems expertise across research, solution development, equipment trials, and competitive bid activity. Support customer relationships and help shape future programmes through technical insight. Offer technical assurance across a wide range of internal or customer-facing projects. Engage regularly with project teams and customers to ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality. Work flexibly across customer sites, offices, shared workspaces, or from home as required. Contribute to rapid prototyping for urgent operational requirements (UORs). Essential Skills & Experience BEng/BSc or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Strong knowledge of sensor and communication systems. Proven Systems Engineering experience across the full lifecycle, from concept through to delivery. Experience leading cross‑functional technical teams. Desirable Experience Knowledge of PNT systems (e.g., Resilient or Alternative PNT). Familiarity with Electronic Warfare (EA, ES, ECM, ESM, RF cyber, radio bearers). Experience with defence standards such as PNT OS, MOSA, or ASPN. Understanding of hardware, firmware, and software including DSP systems, FPGAs, SDRs, RF systems, and antennas. Experience with development methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, SAFe, or Spiral models. Ability to identify and manage technical risks through structured RAID/RAIDO processes. What's On Offer Strong salary offering Flexible benefits covering health, wellbeing, savings, and personal interests A cooperative and inclusive working environment Opportunities to engage in technical communities and interest groups Flexibility in working arrangements where possible Security Requirements - UK Nationals Only Due to the nature of the work, this role requires SC (Security Check) clearance. Therefore, candidates must be UK Nationals and have at least 5 years of continuous residency in the UK

C++ Software Engineer Portsdown West (PO17) Full-time Onsite Salary £50,000 - £65,000 25 days annual leave inclusive of up to 3 days Christmas shut-down Buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave Annual Wellbeing allowance Two pension schemes to choose from Private Medical Insurance + discounts for additional family members Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x salary Share Save scheme Electric/Hybrid Car leasing scheme Cycle to work scheme Retail discounts Career development support Our Electronic Warfare Operations Support (EWOS) team. A group of over 60 engineers, scientists, and former military specialists who combine their expertise to help our customers protect their people and platforms safe while achieving their full operational potential. About the Role MASS is growing its Electronic Warfare Operational Support (EWOS) team at Portsdown West, (Fareham, Hampshire). We are looking for a talented C++ Software Engineer with experience of working with simulation models, to support cutting edge research, development, and delivery projects, led by our technical customer, Dstl. This role is largely based within an in-house simulation framework (ITASE) with responsibilities to include: Developing toolsets, models, and integration activities in the ITASE framework. Incorporating or adapting additional existing Dstl data/models (e.g. signatures) into studies. Library linking, development from theory, and re-coding of existing algorithms and data. Understanding and aligning assumptions and data across components. Understanding and implementing the interactions of multiple entities in a scenario. Within the role, you will have the opportunity to influence real-world operations through the software you develop. This could be through behavioural effects within a faster-than-real-time simulation environment, or plugins to interface hardware models in a real-time environment. This role will offer the variety and autonomy to showcase your skills as a software developer. Given the importance of assurance to the end user, your knowledge of the software development lifecycle and modern technologies (e.g. HPC, distributed architectures focusing on edge computing) is essential to better enable development at pace. This work will allow you the opportunity to interact with customers, understanding how the software models are to be used, and their high-level requirements. Your creativity and autonomy will help translate these asks into deliverable software products. What we are looking for: Strong background in software development for simulation environments. Strong C++ programming skills. Experience with Visual Studio/Windows/Linux development tools. Clear communication skills to explain/adapt models. Working autonomously to solve unique problems. Supporting Skills: RF system knowledge and/or broader systems engineering experience Experience using MATLAB or Python (model integration). Familiarity with Defence/Air Platform protection systems and threat systems (e.g. SAMs, IADS, Sensors, FPVs). Knowledge of RF countermeasure and flyout simulation tools, ideally gained within a defence setting. Experience with HPC architectures. Non-negotiables: Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, youmustbe: A UK National and eligible to work in the UK Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK GovernmentSC-levelsecurity clearance Who is MASS? MASS is an independent, global technology company, trusted by highly secure organisations to provide advanced, digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defence, we offer robust solutions to sectors where security expertise is essential. We work in partnership with customers, using skilled, technical experts. We think innovatively to provide tailored, agile and resilient solutions that secure advantage, so youre ready for digital transformation. MASS is an equal opportunities employer; we know that our people are smart, skilled and motivated and in return we provide a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and has the chance to make an impact. Join MASS and play a key role in operational analysis that strengthens defence capability and protection. TPBN1_UKTJ

Turing supports customers in two ways: first, by accelerating frontier research with high-quality data, advanced training pipelines, plus top AI researchers who specialize in software engineering, logical reasoning, STEM, multilinguality, multimodality, and agents; and second, by applying that exper

We bring together the brightest quantum engineers, integrated circuit (IC) engineers, quantum computing theoreticians and software engineers to create a unique, world‑leading team, working together closely to maximise our combined expertise. Our founders are internationally renowned researchers fr

A leading technology firm in London is seeking a Senior Security Software Research Engineer to identify vulnerabilities and develop exploits. The role requires 3+ years of experience in vulnerability research, knowledge of various systems, and familiarity with common security research tools.

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The Observability Engineering Team manages access to G-Research’s telemetry platforms, ensuring our engineering teams can effectively produce and consume telemetry for their services. From our London HQ, we unite world-class researchers and engineers in an environment that values deep exploration

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A quant finance company in Greater London is looking for an enthusiastic developer to join their Workspace Engineering team. The role involves building remote development environments using Kubernetes and enhancing platforms for high-impact research.

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L3Harris has an immediate opening for a Sr Security Software Research Engineer with our security group, Trenchant. Senior Security Software Research Engineer. Finding vulnerabilities in ubiquitous Internet‑deployed software and/or popular devices’ software or firmware.

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Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading‑edge technologies. As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within JPM Asset Management, we are looking for you to contribute to the transformation of quantitative portfolio construction in

Software Engineer, Research – Cumberland Systematic. Design, develop, test, document, and maintain software and infrastructure needed for quantitative financial research. Accelerate the research lifecycle from data engineering to feature generation and analysis.

As a Software Engineer in the Global Technology Applied Research team, you will design, develop, and deliver innovative prototypes across frontier technologies. You will work closely with researchers and engineers to turn ideas into impactful solutions. Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or eq

Be opinionated and formulate strategy on engineering topics relevant to our Research priorities, especially on: scaled engineering, securing compute, infrastructure stack. Work at the intersection of data science and software engineering to translate the results of our Research into re‑usable libr

Elsevier in Greater London is seeking a Software Engineer to enhance the quality of scientific research.

A cutting-edge quantum computing start-up in Greater London seeks a Software Developer to maintain and enhance in-house software for data acquisition and analysis.

Senior Software Engineer - Research Management Systems (Analytics & Reporting). Proven experience in software engineering, with a strong background in designing and building distributed systems or data platforms. Research Management Systems (RMS) provides structure, control, efficiency and transpare

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Ideal candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in product security, a strong foundation in software development and secure coding practices, and familiarity with threat modelling and security tooling. This position offers opportunities to collaborate closely with engineering teams to enhance p

Machine Learning Software Engineer, Research. MSc or PhD in computer science, machine learning, applied statistics, mathematics, physics, engineering, software engineering, or a related field, with a record of experience in any of the following:. Work closely with our research scientists and simulat

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We are seeking a Senior Research Software Engineer (RSE) to lead software development on web projects related to research within the Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology (DIDE), School of Public Health, Imperial College London. This post is hosted within the Department’s Research Software

As a Software Engineer in the IAM team, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing solutions that enhance and scale our authentication, authorisation and user lifecycle management infrastructure. An interest in the security domain, with enthusiasm for learning and collaborating with

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Software Engineer for a hybrid role in Kings Cross, London. The successful candidate will undertake cutting-edge research in machine learning systems, collaborating closely with cross-functional partners.

Job Title: Senior Security Software Research Engineer. Finding vulnerabilities in ubiquitous Internet-deployed software and/or popular devices’ software or firmware. Vulnerability Research, reverse engineering, and bug-hunting.

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As a Software Engineer in Realtime Quant Frameworks, you’ll play a key role in helping our quant researchers move faster across our large scale compute estate — building systems that reduce the complexity of running workloads across massive compute farms and providing real‑time support to keep

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TNA is looking for two Research Software Engineers (RSEs) to join a 3-year cutting-edge research project, Our Heritage, Our Stories: Linking and searching community-generated digital content to develop the people's national collection, part of the Arts and Humanities Research Council’s programme T

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Infleqtion is seeking a Senior Research Software Engineer to architect and develop software across the full quantum control stack, enabling high-performance operation of both quantum computers and quantum sensors. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including scientists, opto-mechanical engine

Apply for Senior Software Engineer - Research. As an ML Software Engineer with a focus on low-level and CUDA-based optimizations, you will play a key role in shaping the design, performance, and scalability of Lightricks’ machine learning inference systems. You’ll collaborate with designers, res

A leading research institution in the UK is seeking a Senior Research Software Engineer to lead web projects that advance research within the Department of Infectious Disease Epidemiology. You will collaborate with researchers to develop innovative web applications for visualizing data on disease dy

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