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Logistics Specialist: 12-month Mat Leave Coverage Hybrid: Stevenage, 2 days week in office (Mon required) 3 days from home. Role Summary There is an immediate opportunity for bright, enthusiastic person to join the manufacturing team committed to delivering high quality products for use in our clinical trial programmes. The role will be based in Stevenage, but there will also be opportunities to work within established centres in the London area. Key Responsibilities • Ensuring compliance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations, such as European Commission, UK HMRC and US FDA guidelines and regulations., • Working with Autolus QC, CGT warehouse and the logistics provider to schedule and co-ordinate QC sample shipments relating to clinical batches to contract labs in a timely manner, • Scheduling and coordinating other non-clinical batch related shipments of both biological and non-biological materials., • Working with outsourced / external contractors to co-ordinate the delivery and storage of Starting Material, Drug Product and other biological and non-biological materials. Ensure that any issues that arise during collection, shipping, delivery and receipt of shipments are addressed in a timely manner., • Establish, create and maintain effective working relationships with the 3PL and logistics providers., • Customs Trade Compliance – create and provide customs paperwork when needed. Ensure HTS codes, value for customs and incoterms information is accurate and up to date with the latest World Customs Organisation guidelines., • Knowledge of dangerous goods transport requirements for both air and road., • Cross functional co-ordination of shipments and sample movements ensuring accuracy., • Periodic audit of customs entry packets to ensure accuracy., • Ensure accurate customs clearance instructions are provided to logistics providers., • Maintain relationship with Customs Brokers, • Maintaining spreadsheets and databases for activities., • Become the site SME for logistics queries and perform training and knowledge transfer where required., • Any other duties as required following consultation with the post holder Demonstrated skills and competencies E – Essential P - Preferred Experience • At least 2+ years’ experience in a healthcare / pharmaceutical logistics environment (E) Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics/Biology/Biomedical Science/Immunology/Haematology/Pharmacology/Engineering or related discipline or less than 2 years experience in a GMP field – (E) Skills/Specialist knowledge • Logistics and customs knowledge (E), • IT literate with experience of using MS Office package (E), • Enjoys team working and a natural team player (E), • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to present results clearly and logically (E), • Working co-operatively as part of a team as well as independently - – (E), • Good attention to detail and ability to accurately follow SOPs – (E), • Ability to identify and implement solutions – (E), • Strong verbal and written communication skills – (E), • Flexible, self-motivated and focus on team outcomes – (E), • Commitment to high quality work – (E), • Familiarity with GDP and GMP guidelines – (P), • Knowledge of domestic and international shipping requirements and regulations (P), • Flexible and adaptable (E)

Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis combines the expertise of AKKA and Modis, with over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets. Scope: Akkodis is launching a new technical delivery team to drive a UK national program in collaboration with key partners, designed to transform and future-proof the central government’s workforce. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and a comprehensive SaaS-based platform, this program will create an advanced, candidate-centric experience tailored to meet tomorrow’s public sector skill demands. This high-impact initiative offers a unique opportunity to join a team dedicated to building a scalable, data-driven recruitment ecosystem. Through redesigning, building, and rolling out a sophisticated Big Data system, our diverse roles span across architecture, project management, data analytics, development, and technical support, giving you the chance to shape a dynamic, next-gen digital infrastructure. You’ll be integral to our mission of crafting a seamless, powerful platform that empowers the public sector with the talent to navigate an evolving digital landscape. Role: As part of this mission, the Data Engineer role focuses on the planning, execution, and management of data migration projects. Data Engineer are responsible for transferring data from legacy systems to new platforms, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to data integrity standards. Analyse existing data structures and understand business requirements for data migration. Design and implement robust data migration strategies. Develop scripts and processes to automate data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes. Work closely with stakeholders, including business users and IT teams, to ensure data requirements are met, and migrations proceed without disruption to business operations. Responsibilities: • Plan, coordinate, and execute data migration projects within set timelines., • Design and build ETL solutions, ensuring data quality and integrity throughout the migration process., • Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues promptly to minimise disruption., • Collaborate with various teams to align migration processes with organisational goals and regulatory standards., • Proficiency in AWS ETL technologies, including Glue, Data Sync, DMS, Step Functions, Redshift, DynamoDB, Athena, Lambda, RDS, EC2 and S3 Datalake, CloudWatch for building and optimizing ETL pipelines and data migration workflows., • Working knowledge of Azure data engineering tools, including ADF (Azure Data Factory), Azure DB, Azure Synapse, Azure Data lake and Azure Monitor providing added flexibility for diverse migration and integration projects., • Prior experience with tools such as MuleSoft, Boomi, Informatica, Talend, SSIS, or custom scripting languages (Python, PySpark, SQL) for data extraction and transformation., • Prior experience with Data warehousing and Data modelling (Star Schema or Snowflake Schema)., • Skilled in security frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, NIST, SOX, and PII, with expertise in IAM, KMS, and RBAC implementation., • Cloud automation and orchestration tools like Terraform and Airflow., • Strong analytical skills to assess data quality, identify inconsistencies, and troubleshoot data migration issues., • Understanding of database management systems (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL and NoSQL) and SQL query optimisation., • Ability to plan and execute data migration projects, manage timelines, and coordinate with stakeholders., • Precision in handling large volumes of data and ensuring accuracy during migration processes., • Effective communication skills to convey technical concepts and updates to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders., • Cloud certifications like AWS and Azure are preferred. Required Experience: • Proven experience in data migration, data management, or ETL development., • Experience working with ETL tools and database management systems., • Familiarity with data integrity and compliance standards relevant to data migration. Required education Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.

Scope Akkodis is establishing a pioneering IT & Digital Centre of Excellence (CoE), designed to drive transformative technology programmes across the UK. This dynamic new team will play a key role in delivering large-scale digital, cloud, software, and infrastructure projects, supporting both public and private sector clients. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and innovative SaaS-based solutions, the CoE will enhance digital capabilities, future-proof workforces, and enable data-driven decision-making. Joining our CoE presents a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of major national initiatives, working within a high-impact, collaborative environment. Our diverse roles span architecture, project management, data analytics, software development, and technical support—empowering professionals to shape scalable, next-generation digital ecosystems. Whether delivering sophisticated Big Data platforms, cloud solutions, or advanced infrastructure, our teams will drive innovation and digital excellence across multiple programmes. Role We are looking for a QA Engineer to ensure the delivery of high-quality software through effective manual and automated testing. The role involves creating and executing test cases, identifying and reporting defects, and collaborating closely with development teams to ensure products meet functional and user requirements. You’ll participate in sprint activities, validate new features, perform regression testing, and contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes in an Agile environment. Responsibilities • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Developers, BAs, Product Owners) to understand requirements and ensure test coverage., • Design, develop, and execute test cases for web and backend systems based on functional and non-functional requirements., • Build and maintain automated test suites using tools like Selenium, Playwright, or REST-assured., • Validate end-to-end workflows across Pega or enterprise platforms, including business rules, integrations, and case lifecycle., • Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and own testing efforts., • Log, manage, and track defects in tools like JIRA or Azure DevOps, ensuring timely resolution., • Work with Infrastructure teams to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines., • Perform regression testing, smoke testing, and exploratory testing as needed., • Contribute to test documentation, best practices, and knowledge sharing within the QA team., • Continuously assess and improve test processes, tools, and techniques to ensure high product quality., • Test cloud infrastructure in AWS and/or Azure environments, verifying deployment, configuration, and security of services., • 2-5 years of hands-on experience in Quality Assurance and Test Automation., • Proficiency in at least one programming language used for automation, such as Java or JavaScript, • Clear understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and ability to apply them in test automation frameworks., • Proficiency in test automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright, REST-assured, or equivalent., • Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git) to manage test assets and work alongside development teams., • Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, SDLC, and Agile/Scrum practices., • Experience testing web applications, APIs, and backend systems., • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like AWS, Git, or Azure DevOps., • Ability to write clear and concise test cases, bug reports, and documentation., • Working knowledge of defect management tools such as JIRA or Azure DevOps., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail., • Experience working with the Pega platform or other SaaS based applications, • Familiarity with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner., • Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Kinara is supporting the recruitment of an Account Manager Clinical Business for a global life science and cell therapy technology organisation. For over three decades the company has developed advanced technologies used across biomedical research, translational medicine and cell and gene therapy, supporting scientists and clinicians working to develop next generation therapies for cancer and other serious diseases. The organisation employs more than 4,800 people globally across more than 50 countries and is widely recognised for enabling advanced cell therapy and translational research workflows. This role will focus on supporting clinical and translational customers across London, Oxford, Cambridge, the South West UK and Ireland. The Role The Account Manager Clinical Business will be responsible for driving sales of advanced biomedical and clinical research solutions into leading cell therapy centres, translational research laboratories and clinical institutions. Working as part of the UK and Ireland commercial team, the role combines territory ownership, strategic account development and scientific engagement with key opinion leaders and clinical researchers. Key Responsibilities • Manage and develop relationships with existing clinical and translational research customers, • Identify and secure new business opportunities across cell therapy centres, hemato oncology groups and advanced therapy research laboratories, • Engage with key opinion leaders and clinical researchers to support the adoption of innovative biomedical technologies, • Introduce and present new products and solutions to both existing and prospective customers, • Deliver product demonstrations, workshops and seminars in collaboration with clinical application specialists, • Hold full revenue responsibility for the assigned territory, • Represent the organisation at scientific conferences, trade fairs and industry events, • Provide market feedback and customer insight to support commercial strategy and regional market analysis Candidate Profile • Degree in life sciences, biomedicine or a related scientific discipline, • Experience selling biomedical, life science or scientific products is advantageous, • Understanding of immunology, cell therapy, hemato oncology or translational medicine environments is highly desirable, • Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage scientific and clinical stakeholders, • Self motivated and capable of managing a territory independently, • Based within the region with willingness to travel extensively across the UK and Ireland Location and Travel Home based role covering London, Oxford, Cambridge, the South West UK and Ireland with regular travel across the territory. Opportunity This position offers the opportunity to work closely with leading clinical researchers and translational scientists developing the next generation of advanced therapies in oncology and cell therapy. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the adoption of innovative biomedical technologies across major clinical research centres in the region.

! Location: Onsite in Stevenage Start date: ASAP Work Arrangement: Contract - 3 months with the view to extend Job Description Planet Pharma are working with a medical research focused on turning scientific discoveries into real‑world treatments, diagnostics, and technologies that improve patient lives. They bridge the gap between early‑stage research and practical healthcare solutions by funding innovation, supporting translational science, and partnering with researchers, clinicians, and industry. Their work spans drug discovery, diagnostics development, and strategic investment in promising scientific ideas, all with the goal of accelerating breakthroughs that can make a meaningful impact on human health. Short Description: This interim role provides high‑level operational, project, and organisational support while the permanent Chief Scientific Officer position is being recruited. The role requires someone who can manage confidential, time‑sensitive projects, coordinate stakeholders, and act as a hybrid project manager, consultant, and chief‑of‑staff‑style partner within a scientific environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead and support confidential, high‑priority projects, ensuring strong organisation, clear communication, and effective stakeholder coordination., • Provide operational and project management support across business functions, including planning, tracking, and delivering key workstreams., • Background in executive support, consulting, or organisational project management, ideally within life sciences or scientific organisations., • Experience handling confidential and delicate projects with senior stakeholders., • Strong business operations understanding and the ability to manage multiple priorities., • Project management qualifications beneficial but not essential., • Availability for live interviews and full holiday schedule clearly stated on CV. Requirements: • Around three years’ experience in consulting, business operations, or organisational project management, ideally within a scientific or life‑sciences setting., • Proven ability to drive operational efficiencies, implement systems and processes, and support organisational design work., • Strong fit for ex‑consultants, though candidates with project management or senior administrative backgrounds will also be considered. If this role isn’t suitable for you, please let us know if you can refer anyone – any recommendations are much appreciated! Planet Pharma offers a competitive referral scheme so you will be rewarded for your help! About Planet Pharma Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering. Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognized by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing. We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Role Name: Laboratory Technician Site location: Stevenage, UK Hourly Rate: £16 per hour via PAYE Duration of contract: 6 months initially, possibility for extension. Weekly hours: 37.5 hours LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (CHEMISTRY R&D) STEVENAGE Help us improve access to life-changing therapies that can transform human health A global provider of technologies and services that advance and accelerate the development and manufacture of therapeutics. Formerly part of GE Healthcare, we have a rich heritage tracing back hundreds of years, and a fresh beginning since 2020. Our customers undertake life-saving activities. These range from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, biologic drugs, and novel cell and gene therapies. Our job is to supply the tools and services - the pots, pans, soups, and sauces - they need to work better, faster, and safer, leading to better patient outcomes. We are looking for an organized, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and disciplined Laboratory Technician (Chemistry R&D) to work with our dynamic chemistry team with employees across the world. Would you be excited to be part of a global science leader's company dedicated that advance and accelerate the development, manufacture, and delivery of therapeutics? Then we would love to hear from you. What you'll do Work closely with chemists, materials scientists, engineers and biologists to support activities including membrane fabrication and materials analysis. Perform chemical modification of Fibro membranes supporting R&D and production. Perform both routine and one-off laboratory testing such as Raman Spectroscopy, Differential Scanning Calorimetry, SEM, FT-IR, BET and dry weight testing. Support good housekeeping practices and adhering to Laboratory Health and Safety standards Lab management support, including order, restock and maintain inventory of chemicals and consumables and arrange deliveries between sites. Document and arrange safe disposal of all laboratory waste Take detailed lab notes, documenting and clearly communicating results with the team. Who you are Either Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with minimum of 3 months laboratory experience, or Science A-levels (or equivalent) with minimum 2 years laboratory experience. Knowledge of organic chemistry and/or membrane fabrication techniques. Experience in one or more of the analytical methods listed above would also be an advantage, but on the job training will be provided. Proficiency in MS Office Applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong written and oral communication skills. Teamworking ability, attention to detail and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, able to multi-task efficiently

Company description: Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Job description: Job Summary Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. Based at our Luton manufacturing plant youll do just that. Established in 1993, GKN Aerospace in Luton is a world leader in commercial and military ice protection systems and transparencies. Offering a full range of capabilities; design, analysis, testing, certification and manufacture of electro-thermal ice protection, military fast jet canopies and flight deck windows to over 20 programmes including: Boeing 787, Dreamliner, Airbus A320, AgustaWestland, AW101, Eurofighter Typhoon and Lockheed, Martin F-22 Raptor. Our customers include Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Bell Helicopters, Textron, BAE Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Leonardo. Our Luton site is home to 370+ employees and onsite facilities including onsite parking, food hub and vending machines. 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 Principal 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, Coatings and Test (MCT) team within the wider Engineering and Technology department and report to the Functional Team Leader. The role as a Principal Materials Engineer will support the business and engineering team, with non polymer materials science and processing knowledge and guidance. The role will provide a deep understanding of the interactions between processing parameters and material properties of composites, Acrylics, Polycarbonates and adhesives, being able to guide and make decisions on new technology test plans and current production deviations. There will be occasional travel, national and international, required to support customer visits and other GKN sites. You will also 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 polymer, composite and adhesive materials Qualification of materials and processes to assure they comply with the requirements Assessment of deviations from the specified materials and processes requirements to assure continued airworthiness Support operational and development programs to enable and deliver zero defect projects utilizing engineering and problem solving skills. Accountable for delivering robust, manufacturing process technologies as applied to materials, tooling, part fabrication and assembly. Promote GKNs technical capability globally to the broader technical eco-system, including customers, suppliers and steering groups. Collect inputs, related to a task and take it through an identified process to produce an output / deliverable adhering to quality and schedule requirements. Coordination/project lead for REACh activities: identification of arising issues regarding the REACh legislation, providing support and advice locally and to other GKN sites concerning the impact of REACh. 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. Troubleshooting and production support on Materials Issues (e.g. Composites, polymers, bonding, surface treatments). Maintaining contacts with suppliers regarding alternative/new products. Contribute to the development of GKN as a 'great place to work', aligned with the core principles - safe, innovative, open & honest, care & respect, and ownership. Profile description: What You'll Bring To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes: Essential: Composite or Polymer Materials Science based Degree (or related) Experience in Polymer and Composite material science and processing; familiarity with REACh environmental legislation Significant relevant experience within an industrial engineering discipline, preferably within an Aerospace/Automotive/Marine/Energy sectors Experience with quality systems, specifications, standards, etc. with the ability to oversee the broader field Excellent reporting and project management skills Good English language, both verbally and in writing, Desirable: Ability to plan work through formal project management processes, including scheduling and budgeting and lead a team to ensure successful delivery of required outcomes. An awareness of aerospace certification requirements. A higher degree qualification such as a Masters, PhD or EngD within Aerospace/Automotive/Marine/Energy sectors The successful candidate should have a broad interest in non-metallic material technologies & testing and characterisation techniques. You should want to mentor people in a technical environment. 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 Principal Materials Engineer , the candidate 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 do assess each case individually). We offer: What We'll Offer Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits: Competitive salary dependent on 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 Free onsite parking Local gym discount Free airport parking Discount with local nursery and preschool childcare setting 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. ? TPBN1_UKTJ

Principal Stress Engineer Stevenage – 3 days pw on site SC Clearance is required for this role Copello are working with a defence client who are looking for an experienced Stress Engineer, due to increased workload. Your role would to be to lead the structural design and development of a next generation complex defence platform. You will collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams across our UK sites to develop an advanced structural solution. The opportunity: The client deliver structural and thermal analysis expertise across the whole product lifecycle from studies in the early concept stage and detailed development of engineering designs to manufacturing concessions and in-service support. What we're looking for from you: • Degree qualified in a relevant engineering / science discipline or have significant experience in a relevant field (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural Analysis etc.)., • Proven experience in estimating, planning, leading and delivering a variety of structural analysis work packages, using both classical hand calculation methods and CAE tools (Hyperworks desirable)., • Demonstrated ability in preparing and presenting comprehensive technical reports, conveying complex findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including senior management., • Proactive and passionate about developing and improving methods, processes and tools., • Able to mentor and support junior engineers providing technical expertise and fostering their professional growth., • Self-motivated individuals who are great problem solvers, can take responsibility and work independently as well as a part of multi-disciplinary team., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to network, influence and manage internal and external stakeholders., • Composite stress analysis experience would be an asset., • Willingness to obtain and hold DV clearance will be an asset. If you feel you have the right skills and experience please apply now and we will be in touch for a further conversation

Due to increased workload, the Mechanical Analysis Group is looking for an experienced stress engineers to lead the structural design and development of a next generation complex weapon platform. You will collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams across our UK sites to develop an advanced aerospace structural solution. Salary: Circa £58,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: Minimum 3days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Clearance (SC) checks, which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Dynamic working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... The opportunity: The Mechanical Analysis Group is responsible for the structural and thermal performance of MBDA's military systems. We deliver structural and thermal analysis expertise across the whole product lifecycle from studies in the early concept stage and detailed development of engineering designs to manufacturing concessions and in-service support. Our breadth of work within the Mechanical Analysis Group can provide opportunities to gain experience across a wide range of structural analysis disciplines, including but not limited to: Classical hand calculations; CAE Modelling (Static, Dynamic, Fatigue, Aeroelastics, Non-Linear, Impact, Kinematic), Qualification & Design Testing, Fault Investigation & Loads Derivation. We operate in a supportive and collaborative environment where people feel valued and are encouraged to achieve their full potential. We encourage knowledge sharing within the team and support opportunities to work on a variety of projects simultaneously. We are a highly motivated group with a strong desire to improve and deliver. Our structural analysis is pivotal in proving the capability of MBDA UK's systems. What we're looking for from you: Ideally degree qualified in a relevant engineering / science discipline or have significant experience in a relevant field (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural Analysis etc.). Proven experience in estimating, planning, leading and delivering a variety of structural analysis work packages, using both classical hand calculation methods and CAE tools (Hyperworks desirable). Demonstrated ability in preparing and presenting comprehensive technical reports, conveying complex findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including senior management. Proactive and passionate about developing and improving methods, processes and tools. Able to mentor and support junior engineers providing technical expertise and fostering their professional growth. Self-motivated individuals who are great problem solvers, can take responsibility and work independently as well as a part of multi-disciplinary team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to network, influence and manage internal and external stakeholders. Composite stress analysis experience would be an asset. Willingness to obtain and hold DV clearance will be an asset. We promote diversity and growth at MBDA so please apply if you meet a sufficient majority of these competencies. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more... We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. #LI-SF1

Company description: Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Job description: Job Summary Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. Based at our Luton manufacturing plant youll do just that. Established in 1993, GKN Aerospace in Luton is a world leader in commercial and military ice protection systems and transparencies. Offering a full range of capabilities; design, analysis, testing, certification and manufacture of electro-thermal ice protection, military fast jet canopies and flight deck windows to over 20 programmes including: Boeing 787, Dreamliner, Airbus A320, AgustaWestland, AW101, Eurofighter Typhoon and Lockheed, Martin F-22 Raptor. Our customers include Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Bell Helicopters, Textron, BAE Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Leonardo. Our Luton site is home to 370+ employees and onsite facilities including onsite parking, food hub and vending machines. 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 Engineer - Materials & Processes 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, Coatings and Test (MCT) team within the wider Engineering and Technology department and report to the Functional Team Leader. The role as a Senior Engineer - Materials & Processes will support the business and engineering team, with non polymer materials science and processing knowledge and guidance. The role will provide a deep understanding of the interactions between processing parameters and material properties of Acrylics, Polycarbonates and adhesives, being able to guide new technology test plans and current production deviations. There will be occasional travel, national and international, required to support customer visits and other GKN sites. You will also 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 polymer, composite and adhesive materials Qualification of materials and processes to assure they comply with the requirements Assessment of deviations from the specified materials and processes requirements to assure continued airworthiness Support robust, manufacturing process technologies as applied to materials, Collect inputs, related to a task and take it through an identified process to produce an output / deliverable adhering to quality and schedule requirements. Coordination for material obsolescence and REACh activities: identification of arising issues regarding the REACh legislation, providing support and advice locally and to other GKN sites concerning the impact of REACh. Lead small project material obsolescence replacement activities including material investigation, reporting, customer engagement and implementing in to production Preparing and guiding tests/test plans; critical and systematic interpretation and analysis of test data, applying the outcome of tests for substantiation of specification changes. Troubleshooting and production support on Materials Issues (e.g. Composites, polymers, bonding, surface treatments). Contribute to the development of GKN as a 'great place to work', aligned with the core principles - safe, innovative, open & honest, care & respect, and ownership. Profile description: What You'll Bring To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes: Essential: Composite or Polymer Materials Science or Manufacturing Engineering Degree Experience in Polymer and Composite material science and processing Experience within an industrial engineering discipline, preferably within Aerospace/Automotive/Marine/Energy sectors Experience with quality systems, specifications, standards, etc., with the ability to oversee the broader field Good English language, both verbally and in writing, Desirable: Ability to plan work through formal project management processes, including scheduling and budgeting and lead a team to ensure successful delivery of required outcomes. An awareness of aerospace certification requirements. A higher degree qualification such as a Masters, PhD or EngD within aerospace/automotive/marine/energy sectors Familiarity with REACh environmental legislation The successful candidate should have a broad interest 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. As Senior Engineer - Materials and Processes , you will be naturally curious and seek to increase/deepen 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 do assess each case individually). We offer: What We'll Offer Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits: Competitive salary dependent on 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 Free onsite parking Local gym discount Free airport parking Discount with local nursery and preschool childcare setting 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. ? ? TPBN1_UKTJ

Stevenage Would you like to be part of a group of specialist engineers helping to deliver some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems? We are currently recruiting for a software security expert, to work across a range of our products! Salary: Circa £74,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 to 5 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. This role is an SC security clearance role and the successful candidate must also be willing to go through the DV clearance process. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... The opportunity: It's a great place to learn about the company's entire product range within a team that is embracing innovative technologies. Key aspects of this role include: The primary focus of this role is to guide the security aspects of product development across the whole product lifecycle, from concept through to in-service support The provision of technical expertise to our software development teams and wider project teams, offering guidance on security requirements, security techniques, software architecture, design patterns, coding standards, trade-offs, and best practices. Participating in the evaluation and selection of appropriate technologies and frameworks for software projects. Conducting security assessments and risk analyses of technologies and software systems, by identifying potential vulnerabilities and threats, and developing mitigation strategies. Supporting continuous improvement, through identifying areas for process improvement, contributing to the development and implementation of software development methodologies, tools, and frameworks. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of security processes, procedures, and guidelines. Generating security reports and metrics to track security-related activities, vulnerabilities, and remediation efforts. In Software Engineering at MBDA you will find: Engineering is at heart of our business; there is opportunity to both develop your core leadership skills, and gain a wider appreciation of sophisticated software systems. Working alongside a multi-disciplined engineering team, you will be a key part of a supportive and growing software engineering team as your career expands with us. What we're looking for from you: You'll already have experience developing complex software products in the Defence, Automotive, Aerospace or Telecoms sectors (or a similar field) Experience of software security with knowledge of industry security standards, and best practices. A natural collaborator who is a technical leader, with good communication and influencing skills, comfortable with problem solving and technical challenges. You'll have an interest in novel and emerging technologies, and the challenges that face the Security community. It would be beneficial to have experience developing embedded software and/or firmware, but not essential You'll have a degree or equivalent experience in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) subject or similar, and be comfortable working with engineers from other disciplines Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more... We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. #LI-RS1