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Description Systems Engineer Location: Whiteley/Hybrid/Occasional travel to site will be required Clearance Requirements: Current SC clearance, or the ability to gain SC clearance. We are looking to recruit an experience Systems Engineer to support the development of an ATM system. This is an opportunity to work on an exciting programme delivering critical services and infrastructure key to the future of UK Air Traffic Management. The successful candidate does not need to be familiar with ATM (although it would be an advantage) as on-the-job training will be provided as required. The systems engineer will work in a rapidly changing environment, delivering solutions and deliverables of a high quality to wide range of challenging problems. They will work as part of an agile team performing all aspects of systems engineering throughout the development life cycle to meet sprint milestones. The successful candidate will have a full understanding of the principles of systems engineering, will have prior experience as a Systems Engineer on a major programme involving accepting and integrating deliveries from suppliers. Using their experience in Systems Engineering, the successful candidate will be responsible for working with customers and suppliers to execute Systems Engineering activities across the full lifecycle, with specific focus on Model Based Systems Engineering. Required Skills: • Strong experience with architecture modelling tools (e.g. Sparx Enterprise Architect, MagicDraw Cameo), • Strong experience with Architecture Modelling Frameworks and Languages (e.g. TOGAF, MODAF, NAF, SysML, Archimate), • Success in working within large-scale, mission critical and complex integration programmes, • Ability to work with a number of stakeholders and suppliers, working across organizational boundaries as appropriate, • Experience of developing system behavioural diagrams, modelling interfaces and developing models to encapsulate functional requirements, • Demonstrable successes within the System Engineering environment, • Excellent customer facing skills, including being able to ingest large volumes of requirements and information developing clear understanding of customer hot-buttons and needs, • Demonstrable knowledge and cognisance of adjacent disciplines, including programme management, customer relationship management, supplier management and service management, • In-depth experience of conducting detailed systems engineering trade solutions to assess options & feasibility, and define optimal solutions, • Strong knowledge of requirements and user scenario development in both text based and model based approaches, • Understanding designing / delivering systems in a Virtualised Environment, • Experience of working with Service Oriented Architectures Desired Skills: • ITIL including Service Management Roles & Processes, • Knowledge of Air Traffic Management or other safety related systems, • Experience of service management, assurance and regulation requirements and how they apply across functional boundaries, • Willingness to offer fresh, innovative ideas and/or unconventional approaches, • Ability to deliver clear messages through dialogue, written work and formal presentation What we do for you: At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: * Contributory Pension Scheme * Private Medical Insurance * 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays) * Access to Flexible benefits * Flexi Working Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: ___ – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. Working together as Team Leidos we are helping to transform the UK's defence supply chain by providing an integration of a complex mixture of services, at low risk, using a modern suite of systems that will deliver one version of the truth. For the first time, the MOD will see the whole picture, as it is happening. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that that enhance your future. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £47,600.00-£61,000.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit ___. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at ___. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at ___. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the ___. 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Project ArchitectLocation: PortsmouthSalary: £40-45,000 DOE An award-winning architectural practice is seeking a Project Architect to join its collaborative studio in Portsmouth. With over 30 years of delivering high-quality projects across the South of England, the practice has a strong reputation for work across residential, commercial, and heritage sectors. This role offers the chance to lead projects from concept to completion within a supportive and design-driven environment. Benefits • Friendly, collaborative studio culture* Work closely with experienced directors and senior professionals* Exposure to projects from early design through to completion* Real opportunities for career progression in a growing practice* Flexible and supportive working arrangements Key Responsibilities • Lead architectural design and delivery across residential, commercial, and heritage projects* Manage projects through multiple RIBA stages, ensuring design quality and technical accuracy* Prepare and coordinate planning applications, building regulations submissions, and construction documentation* Work closely with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure smooth project delivery* Ensure compliance with current UK Building Regulations and technical standards* Mentor and guide junior team members About You • Degree or HNC/HND in Architecture, Architectural Technology...

Software Engineer (Java) SC Clearance Required Certain Advantage are hiring for a Software Engineer based in Portsmouth. This role is on an initial 12-month contract and is required to be onsite 3 days a week. Your responsibilities: Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment. Design software solutions using UML/SysML and contribute to technical architecture within a microservices environment. Develop high-quality Java applications using Spring Boot, Spring Framework and related technologies. Implement and maintain RESTful web services over HTTPS within distributed systems. Write and maintain automated tests, ensuring quality and reliability are built into the solution from the outset. Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, estimation, reviews and retrospectives. Collaborate closely with team members and wider stakeholders to design, implement and test new product features. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, source control (Git) and issue tracking tools such as Jira. Ensure compliance awareness and act with integrity, supporting standards, reputation and sustainable growth. The individual: Java Core (version 8+) Spring Boot, Spring Framework - Good knowledge of Developing in Spring with Hibernate Good Knowledge of developing REST within HTTPS Experience of developing within a microservice architecture Distributed systems Knowledge and use of software design patterns Agile Development Processes CI/CD delivery techniques Source code management (we use GIT) Use of Issue tracking systems (such as Jira) UML/SysML using Enterprise Architect or similar Ability to self-motivate and to work well within a team environment. Ability to promote innovation in self and others Ability to interact with internal & external stakeholders in a confident and professional manner Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips

We are looking for a design coordinator or design Manager to work for this busy main contractor to work on a new build MOJ project on the ilse of wight on site in the next few weeks as part of a multi phase scheme over the next few years . The scope of works for this contractor typically includes, commercial offices, industrial buildings, leisure centres, care and retirement homes, ranging in value from £15m to £100m. Reporting to the Senior Design Manager and working with the preconstruction and construction teams you will manage information flow for the scheme through preconstruction and through to the construction phase on site; Thereafter you will be based between office, home and on site to suit the needs of the projects. Duties will include: Management of the design development for packages of works; Chairing regular design team meetings; Management of consultant design team; Regular liaison with client, architect, consultants and the construction teams; Managing specialist sub-contractor design teams; Agreement of information required schedule; Ensuring key dates achieved; Dealing with local authorities to achieve planning permissions; Review of construction design information for build-ability, compliance with contractors proposals, employers requirements, budget, current building legislation, etc; Identifying opportunities for value engineering opportunities where appropriate; Proactive issue resolution; Overall managing the smooth and timely delivery of detailed design information for procurement and construction throughout the preconstruction and build process. About the Company/Client/Project: The company is a respected National main contractor with an annual turnover of circa £1.2 billion , part of a larger main contracting group, with experience and a proven track record in the delivery of new build and refurbishment schemes in commercial office, industrial buildings, Schools , Prions , leisure centres, care homes, across the uk . Requirements including certificates and qualifications: Either from an Engineering/Construction delivery or Architectural background, you will possess excellent technical and commercial knowledge, a keen understanding of construction methodology, materials and systems, procurement lead in times, etc. You will have excellent communication and negotiations skills, strong planning and problem solving ability, initiative and a positive approach. In terms of character, you will be a highly driven, positive and ambitious individual able to work well within a large team dynamic. You will ideally have a proven track record of successful project delivery with a recognised Main Contractor in a Design Coordination / Design Management role, or as a Site Manager looking to make the move into Design Management. applicants with previous MOJ or government frame work / Major project experience will be particularly welcome to apply High standards, attention to detail and the drive to deliver on programme, specification and budget will be very well rewarded with excellent salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects. For more information on this contract please contact Bill Pugh on (phone number removed) or send your CV to