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Test Equipment Design Support Engineer - 3390-1 Initial 6-month contract Onsite in Bolton up to £65ph, UMB. inside IR35 SC, can start on BPSS - UKEO Our client, a specialist in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking two Test Equipment Design Support Engineers to join their team on an initial 6-month contract basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting production activities within state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. Key Responsibilities: Acting as the interface between design teams and manufacturing teams, providing knowledge and support. Focusing primarily on highly advanced module missile programmes and subsystems, with opportunities to work on launcher assemblies. Engaging in the core disciplines of electronic design engineering, with scope for personal growth and development in other electronics areas. Job Requirements: Experience in designing products/systems and/or providing support to designs through the manufacturing phase of the product lifecycle. Proven expertise in one or more of the following disciplines: Digital and Analogue electronics Power Electronics RF & Antenna Interconnects Safety Electronics Test Systems Schematic design PCB Design Adherence to BS EN Standards Degree qualified or equivalent industry experience. Excellent verbal communication, negotiation, and influencing skills. Strong ability to write clear and concise engineering documentation. Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team, with a passion for innovation and collaboration. Capability to manage discrete work packages, control costs, and deliver solutions. Investigative skills to determine Root Causes of design-related issues and propose robust Corrective Actions. Proven track record of on-time delivery and good communication skills. Experience in supporting manufacturing and resolving manufacturing issues is advantageous, but not essential. If you are an experienced Electronic Design Engineer looking to take on a new and challenging opportunity within the Defence & Security industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team

Experience specifically required:Must have significant experience with measurement and test principles, and associated test equipment. World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Development an

Programming & Commissioning Audio Visual Engineer –North West– Up to £50,000 per annum Audio Visual Engineer Package Overview: • Up to £50,000 per annum, • Full-time, permanent position, • Suitable for Candidates based in the Preston, Bolton, Manchester & Liverpool areas, • The role will require both in-house and on-site work, covering various locations across the UK, • Company vehicle and fuel allowance, Stakeholder pension scheme, • Access to cutting edge audio-visual technologies and tools, • Training and career progression opportunities to enhance your professional development Audio Visual Engineer Company Overview: Our client is a top provider of audio-visual solutions, delivering advanced systems across sectors such as education, healthcare, and corporate environments. With a strong national presence, they’ve built a reputation for excellence and are trusted by leading industry players. Audio Visual Engineer Role & Responsibilities: • Program, design, and maintain audio visual systems., • Work on a mix of in house development and on site programming and commissioning., • Deliver bespoke AV solutions that ensure seamless integration with existing infrastructure., • Commission and test AV systems both in house and on site for optimal performance., • Integrate AV systems with building infrastructure, including lighting, HVAC, and more., • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for internal teams and external clients., • Offer client training to ensure effective use of AV systems., • Configure and troubleshoot audio DSP systems, such as QSC, Biamp, or Extron., • Bring hands on experience in programming and configuring AV control systems (e.g., Extron, Q-Sys, Crestron)., • Be proficient in programming languages like Python, HTML, C#, and Netlinx., • Hold industry certifications (e.g., Crestron, Extron) beneficial but not essential Audio Visual Engineer Skills and Experience: • Demonstrable experience in programming and commissioning AV systems., • Full UK Driving Licence or equivalent, • Be comfortable with a DBS check, • Knowledge of audio DSP configuration and system integration. DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY – APPLY NOW Get Staff acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers Please note that if you have not been contacted within 7 days, your application for this position has been unsuccessful

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Test Equipment Design Engineer to join our Production Design Support Team. You will play a leading role in a range of Engineering activities, providing Test Equipment design support to the Manufacturing organization and broadening your expertise in an international environment. An exciting career path awaits! Job Title: Test Equipment Design Engineer, Production Design Support Salary: Circa £48,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 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. 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 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: We have a phenomenal opportunity for an experienced Test Equipment Design Engineer to play a leading role in the support of production activities with Production Design Support (PDS) at our site in Bolton. You will act as an integral interface between our design teams and our manufacturing teams while working alongside other support engineers to provide knowledge and support. The role offers the candidate a true engineering challenge in their core discipline(s), whilst providing scope for personal growth and development in other areas. Working within Production Design Support (PDS) is a highly rewarding role as you not only see designs coming to life in the manufacturing environment but you can help to shape the design of the products and test equipment, delivering support to our customers. What we're looking for from you: Ideally degree qualified (or equivalent industry experience) with experience of designing product/systems and/or providing support to designs through the manufacturing phase of the product lifecycle. Excellent verbal communication, negotiation and influencing skills with the capability to write clear and concise engineering documentation. Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team, with an awareness of the challenges and opportunities that this may bring. Someone with a passion for innovation and collaboration. Experienced engineer who will be prepared to work autonomously if needed, leading the delivery of your work assignments and actively engaging with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of your outputs. Solid experience of managing discreet work packages preparing bids, controlling costs and delivering solutions. Investigative skills to be able to find Root Causes of design related issues and propose robust corrective actions. Full Product Lifecycle knowledge or experience Willingness to provide support to and mentor other Engineers and Engineering Technicians.Proven experience in the design of one or more of the following disciplines:- RF and Antenna Design Electrical Architecture Design for Safety and Integrity RF Test and measurement principle knowledgeOur 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-SD1

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. Salary:Up to £57,000 dependent on experience + bonus + benefits What we can offer you: Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Paid overtime Up to 15 days flexi leave 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase) Possible relocation available Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and more Excellent career progression and development opportunitiesHybrid working pattern: Primarily office based (Bolton) with some opportunity for homeworking Want to be part of a successful team working to develop new and innovative seeker solutions to address complex customer requirements? Then keep reading .... The opportunity: An opportunity exists for a Electronic Engineer with broad based skills, including a strong background in RF engineering, to take a key role in the design support of seeker products being produced in our manufacturing facility based at Bolton. The Seeker Division designs and develops state of the art RF and Dual Mode (RF and IR) seekers for use in guided missile programmes. The role requires a high degree of enthusiasm and a determination to work autonomously to support the delivery of products to the right standard and within the required timescales. The role: Acting as a design team representative to interface with the design and manufacturing teams to transition a seeker from the development phase into series manufacture. Work with manufacturing on process and capability issues & support continuous improvement initiatives to maximise production yields. Support non-conformance management, dealing with design queries and advising on non-conformances where appropriate. Support manufacturing with internal and external suppliers. to aide the manufacturing team & ensure continuity of supply. Support obsolescence management by providing recommendations to the design team.What we're looking for from you: We are looking for an Electronic Engineer with the initiative and the determination to investigate and resolve production problems. A broad-based engineering background would be essential to the role and a detailed knowledge of RF assembly and test procedures would be advantageous. The successful applicant will be able to manage their own workload, interact well with both the design and manufacturing teams, work on project changes in a timely manner & maintain the production schedule. The team: The factory based Design Support Team assists with a variety of different seeker projects - no two working days will be the same! The Design Support Team interfaces with both the Stevenage design team & Bolton manufacturing teams, to help with highly technical problem solving. There are also strong relationships with external suppliers who provide sub-assemblies into the seeker build.Our Business: We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. 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. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), Twitter (@MBDAcareers), Instagram (lifeatMBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also 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. Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above. #LI-SF1

Maintenance Craftsperson (Mechanical) Bolton £31,049 - £37,796 Hours: 37.5 Closing date: 08 May 2026 (please note, if we receive a high volume of applications, this advert may close early) Interview date: Week commencing 18 May 2026 (Please note, interviews will include a practical assessment) We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Craftspersonto join our Estates team on a permanent basis.This position is well-suited to aconfident, hardworkingperson who is looking to gain experience in a hospital setting. Job Role: Undertake essential reactive, and emergency repair work, alterations and general maintenance to the building infrastructure using specialist knowledge of engineering and or plumbing equipment and infrastructure Liaise with the Planning and Scheduling Manager and/or Estates Officer with regards to Engineering / Plumbing repairs and maintenance, and to request the supply of appropriate materials Construct, assemble, erect, and install minor works for the upgrade and alteration, and alterations to assist the maintenance and development of services. Ensuring the provision of a safe, secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors Arrange transport of equipment, materials, and tools from the workshop, or stores to a point of work identified by their supervisor. Daily duties will involve the frequent movement of heavy items of materials and equipment (in excess of 15Kg) with, or without lifting aids in accordance with the guidance provided within the Trusts Lifting and Handling Training Manual. Duties will involve working within areas such as operating theatres, mortuaries, laboratories, or patient diagnostic areas where local policies must be adhered to. In addition, duties will be undertaken within clinical environments which may involve witnessing patients in various stages of their illness / recovery. Works undertaken in such areas must be sensitive to the patients condition, whilst working in a safe and secure working environment. The Successful Candidate The ideal candidate will be skilled in maintenance, fault finding, test and repair work on a wide range of engineering/ plumbing services and equipment. This role is subject to Standard DBS disclosure. Qualifications, Experience and Skills: Time served apprentice, NVQ III or City & Guild Level 3 in Plumbing or engineering In depth knowledge of all relevant legislation and technical guidance Ability to work unassisted in varying technical environments whilst complying with Health and Safety/ environmental regulations and standards Full UK Driving Licence Able to participate in outside of normal hours on call rota Extensive knowledge of mechanical and/ or plumbing systems We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from candidates with a disability and commit to interview these candidates if their application meets the minimum criteria for the role just tell us when applying. TPBN1_UKTJ

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Test Development Engineer, specialising in circuit card electronic test, to join our Test Development team. It is an exciting time as we begin work on a host of challenging, but rewarding projects, from concept design through to series production and full in-service support! Salary: Circa £ 43,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 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. 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% 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: This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Test Development Engineer, specialising in Circuit Card electronic test, to join our Test Development team at our Bolton site. Working in an established team as a Test Development Engineer you'll be creating and maintaining small to medium-sized automated test systems. You'll be responsible for the development and implementation of test strategies and, where appropriate, influencing our product through 'Design for Test'. This involves creating test strategy documents, designing Interchangeable Test Adaptors (including both mechanical and electrical elements) and software development of automated test sequences in accordance with a test specification. You'll also have the opportunity to get involved with continuous improvement activities and the development of new technologies What we're looking for from you: Sound understanding of fundamental analogue and digital circuit design. Experience of creating and using technical documentation and Drawings i.e. Schematics, PCB layouts, Engineering Drawings. Significant experience creating Automated Test Equipment. Experience of using NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand preferable. Experience in Boundary Scan / XJTAG preferable. Strong problem solving skills with an exceptional eye for detail. Strong analytical skills and passion for driving continuous improvement, with six sigma experience desirable.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-SD1

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Wiring Operator on an initial 12 month contract and then ongoing and long-term thereafter. Contract Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing thereafter) Hourly Rate: Hourly Rate: £28.35ph for the first 12 weeks and then £29.70 after week 12 (Umbrella). Overtime Rates of 'time and a half' for all hours worked over 37 hours per week. Electrical Wiring Operator Job Description: An exciting opportunity for a Skilled Electrical Wiring Operator to join our Calibration and Maintenance team for a 12-month period in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. We are seeking a Skilled Wire Operator to join our Calibration & Maintenance Team, to fault diagnose and repair bespoke cabling to drawing specifications. Fault finding and subsequent repair of cable assemblies. Carry out surface mount repair on CCAs. Maintain and repair test/measuring equipment to component level. PAT testing across the manufacturing site. Interrogate drawings during fault finding activities. Safety systems testing of Test & Measuring equipment in line with documented procedures. Provide Technical support to facilitate the efficient servicing of STTE to enable production testing of hardware and repair phases of the contract. Maintain excellent workspace husbandry disciplines. Maintain a high degree of tool control and FOD practices. Assist with maintenance of manufacturing aids as and when required. What we're looking for from you: All three of the below are required: Electrical Engineering / Manufacturing Apprenticeship (Advanced Level or L3 Standard) Electrical Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 academic qualification (ONC, diploma, etc.) Electrical Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ) *Not required if a L3 apprenticeship standard has been achieved IPC 620 & Dynamic Cabling certified/ trained preferred. Possess experience in electrical wiring and assembly. Previous experience in the aerospace or defence industry would be desirable

Join a new small team at MBDA Bolton and become an expert in the field of Flying Probe Manufacturing Data Analysis, developing your skills and shaping the future of circuit card manufacturing in MBDA UK. Salary: Circa £45,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4-5 days per week on-site due to on-site equipment location. Security Clearance: British Citizen. 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. 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 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: This is a newly developed team, working to transform the way that defects are located and corrected within Circuit Card Assembly manufacturing, utilising state-of-the-art Flying Probe test equipment to find faults fast and improve the fault investigation process for the test engineering teams. We are looking for a motivated and organised individual, who can work effectively both independently or as part of a wider team. A background in Electronic Engineering, alongside attention to detail and a methodical approach to test development are essential skills for the role. Any existing knowledge of Flying Probe systems (specifically SPEA systems) is welcomed but not essential. You will work alongside experienced manufacturing test engineers and deliver new Flying Probe test packages for the circuit cards created at MBDA's complex technologies site in Bolton. Other aspects of the job involve delivering timely test package corrections and working on improvements to test time, test coverage and reliability of the Flying Probe systems. Additionally, there is also scope within the role to develop your skills as a test engineer, working with the existing test engineering teams to diagnose faults down to component level and suggest remedial actions to ensure the high quality of our products is maintained. MBDA Bolton is a friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment, with full training provided and wealth of knowledge and benefits within the business that will enable you to thrive at MBDA. Key Responsibilities: Creation of new Flying Probe test packages: Using the SPEA 4050S2 test system, you will follow a well-documented development process, starting from an initial circuit card data-pack, through the import to Flying Probe, debugging of tests and statistical data analysis of results. This concludes with a reliable and robust test package that can be deployed to the manufacturing operations team to use. Correction and improvement of existing Flying Probe test packages: As our products evolve and updates are released, we are required to update and improve the existing test packages to accommodate any changes. Another responsibility will be improving the yield on our deployed test packages, by running statistical analysis on test results and making changes accordingly. Communication with stakeholders and cross-team working: As part of investigations and cross-team working, you will perform fault diagnosis down to component level on analogue and digital PCB assemblies using a wide range of both automated and manual test equipment including oscilloscopes, multi-meters, signal generators, etc.What we're looking for from you: A Formal technical Engineering/Craft Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21 and a Formal further education certificate to Level 4 (HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject). OR A BEng/BSc in relevant Engineering/Technical Degree. Key Skills Expertise in Electronics Test & Diagnosis: A strong theoretical and practical understanding of electrical/electronic measurement and test principles, test equipment and fault diagnosis techniques for electronic sub-assemblies and PCBs. Engineering Documentation Experience: An ability to interpret detailed schematics, drawings and test related documentation. Experience writing operator instructions and engineering manuals is desirable but not required. Test Equipment Experience: Hands-on experience using both manual and automated test equipment, preferably within a defence or similar high-reliability manufacturing environment. Flying Probe Systems Experience and Expertise (Desired but not required): Familiarity with Flying Probe development and debugging, including guarding methods, probe allocation and development principals.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-RM1

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical Test Operator to join our Manufacturing Operations team in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. Salary: £42,558 Dynamic (hybrid) working: 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. 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 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. Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.The opportunity: This opportunity is for an Electrical Test Operator to join the Manufacturing team supporting test and certification of a variety of electrical hardware builds, ranging from small fixtures through to complex missile systems, during all phases of the product lifecycle. You will be providing operations support to ensure programme targets are met to agreed time, cost and quality requirements. Ensuring that completed hardware builds are tested in accordance with drawing requirements and specifications; Maintaining a safe working environment in-line with 5S policies Always aiming to deliver in line with all time, cost and quality requirements Ensuring assembly unit production costs are met Maintaining, to the highest level, workmanship standards and product quality Ensuring the completion of all manufacturing documentation Working closely with fellow Operators, Engineering and Quality to overcome any technical challenges and offer feedback for continuous improvement activitiesYou will be working with a large team of multi-disciplined operators in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive Manufacturing environment. The team has a great mix of people, ranging from apprentices through to experienced skilled technicians, all striving to deliver technical excellence across a number of different missile systems in development and production. What we're looking for from you: Qualifications required (all of the below): Electrical Engineering / Manufacturing Apprenticeship (Advanced Level or L3 Standard) Electrical Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 academic qualification (ONC, diploma, etc.) Electrical Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ) Practiced in reading and understanding assembly drawings and planning instructions Fully conversant with all Manufacturing equipment, tools and measuring instruments Uses their initiative and can work without close supervision Goes 'the extra mile' to get work finished to a high standard Flexibility and adaptabilityOur 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 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-RM1

Electrical Fitter Bolton 12 Month Contract Oportunity for a Time Served Electrical Fitter to join our clients electrical manufacturing department. You will play a key role in the build, assembly, and certification of mission-critical products. The Role As an Electrical Fitter, you will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing and testing of electrical components. You won’t just be building; you will be the guardian of quality, certifying your own work and ensuring every product meets rigorous industry standards. Key Responsibilities Perform complex electrical wiring and assembly tasks in accordance with defined workmanship standards. Take ownership of quality by certifying your own work in line with company procedures and maintaining approvals through regular audits. Utilize a wide range of tools, equipment, and measuring instruments to meet precise build and test specifications. Ensure all manufacturing data packs and paperwork are completed accurately while meeting strict project timescales and budgets. Contribute to a safe, clean, and efficient working environment through proactive process improvement suggestions. To be successful in this role, you must hold a formal qualification via one of the following routes: Approved Apprenticeship Framework (Modern/Standard). City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3 (with associated Vocational Units/Further Education). NVQ Level 3 / BTEC ONC/HNC in a relevant electrical discipline. Desirable Skills: IPC 610 certification or training (Highly Preferred). Previous experience within the Aerospace or Defence industry. Certified training in Manual Handling, Lifting & Slinging (including overhead cranes), and ESD protocols. Please note that security checks will be carried out prior to the start date

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Manufacturing Electronics Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Bolton. Fantastic opportunity to support across all stages of product assembly Salary: Circa £45,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen 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. 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 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: We are seeking an Electronics Engineer to service Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment, including Special to Type Test Equipment (STTE).The work is extremely varied, interesting and challenging. You will be joining a dynamic and focussed team, responsible for the support of the manufacturing function across all stages of product assembly integration and test. The team are self-motivated and work directly with support functions and engineers across MBDA to resolve routine and non-routine tasks arising within the business. These tasks include supporting routine calibrations, commissioning, drift analysis, fault finding and repair of test equipment. You will be working within an experienced team of Engineers supporting complex test platforms in the manufacture and test of complex missile systems. You will be trained to calibrate and support special to type factory test equipment using a range of technologies, DC to Microwave. Annual reviews assess and plan any future development opportunities and needs to widen your overall engineering knowledge. Teamwork and knowledge sharing is an essential part of the team ethos as is the understanding of workload and throughput achievements. What we're looking for from you: HNC/HND with relevant experience Experience and knowledge in the calibration of test equipment and maintenance of test systems to component level. Able to utilise instructions, handbooks, drawings or specifications to provide technical advice/guidance. Able to use this information to conduct appropriate measurements and repairs down to component level. Good understanding of calibration principles and processes. Able to mentor other or more junior staff when requested by line manager. Able to deal with multiple issues, tasks and priorities concurrently. Analytical and problem solving skills. Good communication skills with the ability to tailor communication to the relevant audience. A good understanding of SAP would be desirable. Experience of working on Environmental Chambers an advantage.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 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-RM1

Bolton We are Electronic Engineering. We are growing, dedicated, and we work as a team to design & develop our advanced electronic solutions for MBDA products. Salary: Circa £42,000-£48 , 000 depending on experience Location: Bolton Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 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. 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 · 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... . Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: • We are Electronic Engineering. We are growing, dedicated, and we work as a team to design & develop our advanced electronic solutions for MBDA products., • Your role as an Electronics Engineer is to develop electronic solutions for cutting-edge systems. This will mainly include; Design, qualification and certification activities across the whole product lifecycle for Land, Sea, and Air platforms, • This role offers various types work, challenges, and a multitude of applications; typically this includes: reviewing requirements; generating a concept solution, schematics, and manufacturing data packs; involvement in component & COTS (commercial off-the-shelf product) selection; design, test, qualify to meet high-reliability & harsh environments; technical report writing; involvement supporting investigations and our colleagues in manufacturing. You can work in our labs and get hands-on working on bread-board demonstrators through to flight standard hardware., • This is a fantastic opportunity to shadow our more experienced Electronics Engineers & Technical Leads, learn from them and the teams around you before leading your own projects and developing to a Senior Electronics Engineer or Tech Lead., • We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working.We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has equal opportunity to reach their potential. We believe that any individual with a learning mindset and belief in what we docan make a difference here. What we're looking for from you: • We are looking for proactive individuals who are motivated to develop within their Senior Electronics Engineer role;, • Candidates would be ideally degree qualified (electronics engineering, science, physics) or HND equivalent experience, have been involved in development of electronics products, and ideally, have a background in complex electronics and working in a multi-functional team (e.g. with mechanical, firmware, and software)., • You will have a sound track record in electronic design capability throughout the product life cycle, i.e. early concept through to production; be organised with an eye for detail and a sense of pride in what you deliver., • Most important for us is that you have the right attitude and a passion to develop - we can offer the training and support you need to enable you to broaden your skills and experience and take steps towards senior roles and onwards. We offer a clear progression path and will give you support for career growth and development. 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-SD1

Are you interested in the industrialisation of a Manufacturing Architecture, inspection and test plan, if so this role may be suitable for you. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 or 4days 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. 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 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: The Principal Manufacturing Engineer - Industrialisation is responsible for developing a manufacturing system and process, alongside the creation of manufacturing and test instructions, FMEA's and Phase Gate reviews, with various technical aspects of Manufacturing. This will involve leading continuous improvement activities, preparation for IVM & VMS certification, risk aversion strategies and efficient non-conformance management methodologies to align with team priorities. The opportunity will also allow you to grow your knowledge within manufacturing as part of development into future opportunities. Industrial Validation, manufacturing architecture and factory of the future principles are some of the work packages that provide stretched objectives for such growth. Develop manufacturing systems and processes in response to the defined Manufacturing Architecture and the Manufacturing, Inspection and Test Plan. Creation and approval of manufacturing and test instruction documentation. Process FMEA and process capability proving. Lead Industrialisation aspects of Product Gate Reviews Oversee obsolescence from a manufacturing Business unit perspective Lead Spiral Development activities for Business unit / Project Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives to ensure the area of responsibility is continually developing to improve efficiency. Lead business unit Rate increases requirements. Support the Manufacturing Engineering Manager during the preparation and proving of the Production System for IVM & VMS certification Risk identification and aversion strategies associated with technical definition and manufacturing methodologies. Development, maintain and control technical interfaces to customers, suppliers and collaborators to ensure effective and swift resolution of technical issues. Effective Non-Conformance management and corrective action. Manufacturing focal point at key meetings to report progress of Engineering actions and align team with programme priorities.What we're looking for from you: Degree/HND level of qualifications or equivalent in a relevant subject Experience of the product development lifecycle in an electronics environment. Sound awareness of PLC2. Good Manufacturing knowledge achieved through experience and understanding of industry best practice. Ability to influence across a team of functional professionals. Budgetary management trained.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-RM1

Job Title: Soldering Operative Location: Bolton About the Role Our client is a respected leader within their industry, known for innovation, quality craftsmanship, and a commitment to excellence. They are now seeking a skilled Soldering Operative to join their dynamic production team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring high‑quality output across a range of electrical and mechanical components. Key Responsibilities Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions Carry out precise soldering, wiring, cable work, and crimping tasks Inspect and test components to ensure they meet strict quality standards Identify and resolve minor production issues Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment Work collaboratively with team members to meet production targets and deadlines Qualifications & Experience Proven experience in soldering operations, including wiring, cable work, and crimping Confident in reading and understanding technical drawings and schematics Skilled in using a range of hand tools and equipment relevant to soldering and electrical assembly Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high‑quality work Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, team‑focused environment Good problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to troubleshooting Working Hours Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00 Friday: 08:00 - 13:00 Rate of Pay £12.71 per hour This position will become permanent following a successful qualifying period How to Apply To apply, please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information

MOT Tester - Bolton Franchised Motor Dealership We are seeking a qualified and reliable MOT Tester on behalf of our client based in Bolton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, has strong attention to detail, and is committed to maintaining the highest safety standards. Salary of £29,000 Working Hours/Days: Mon to Fri 8:30am to 5:30pm, Saturday 8:30am to 12:30pm (Rota) Key Responsibilities Carry out MOT tests in line with DVSA regulations Accurately complete all required documentation and records Identify vehicle faults and report findings clearly Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and within set timeframes Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment Provide excellent customer service when explaining test results Requirements Valid MOT Tester licence (Class 4 minimum; Class 7 desirable) Previous experience in a similar role Strong knowledge of vehicle inspection standards and procedures Ability to work independently and as part of a team Full UK driving licence If this role is of interest to you, apply today with an up to date CV and we can have a confidential conversation. Who are you applying to? The Solution Automotive Recruitment have been placing candidates into the UK Motor Trade since 1999. We have a fantastic relationship with all our clients and candidates across the country, many very long standing relationships. If you are skilled and experienced Automotive candidate, we want to hear from you and rest assured, you'll be dealing with a person, not just a consultant! Unfortunately due to the volume of applications we get, we can only respond to the candidates who match the criteria set for this vacancy. We will retain your CV on our database and make contact as and when suitable vacancies arise. We will NEVER send your CV anywhere without your permission TPBN1_UKTJ

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Engineer to join our Production Design Support Test Equipment Team. You will play a key role in a range of Engineering activities, providing Test Equipment design support to the Manufacturing organization and broadening your expertise in an international environment. An exciting career path awaits! Salary: Up to 43k depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site 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. 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 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: We have a phenomenal opportunity for an experienced Engineer to play a key role in the support of production activities with Production Design Support (PDS) at our site in Bolton. You will act as an integral interface between our support teams and working alongside other support engineers to provide component selection and obsolescence support. The role offers the candidate a variety of engineering challenges, whilst providing scope for personal growth and development within Test Equipment. Working within Production Design Support (PDS) is a highly rewarding role working close to the manufacturing environment helping to shape the design of the products and test equipment, delivering support to our customers. What we're looking for from you: Ideally degree qualified (or equivalent industry experience) Experience of test product / systems and / or providing engineering support Experience in Selection of Components and awareness of REACH / RoHS Knowledge or Experience of Engineering change management and support Strong communication skills both written and verbal with an attention to detail 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-SD1

PAID MEDIA SPECIALIST / PPC MANAGER – OLDHAM £30,000 – £38,000 Oldham 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Supporting a busy, fast-growing business This is not a “boost a post and hope for the best” role. This is for someone who: understands performance marketing knows how to turn clicks into revenue and can actually see what’s working… and scale it If you live in Meta Ads, Google Ads, and dashboards that tell real stories… keep reading. THE ROLE You’ll be owning paid media across multiple channels — driving traffic, leads, and sales across a portfolio of brands. This is hands-on, data-driven, and results-focused. Day to day, you’ll be: Paid Social (Meta & LinkedIn) Planning and running campaigns across Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn Building, testing, and optimising ads to drive leads and conversions Dialling in audiences, creatives, and messaging to improve performance Monitoring CTR, CPC, ROAS and making real-time improvements Google Ads / PPC Managing campaigns across Search, Display, PMax & Video Keyword research, ad group structure, and campaign builds Writing ad copy that actually converts (not just fills space) Monitoring performance and optimising bids, targeting, and spend Using GA4, tracking tools, and data to guide decisions E-Commerce PPC (Amazon & eBay) Managing marketplace campaigns to drive product visibility and sales Optimising keywords, bids, and budgets Monitoring ACoS, ROAS, and performance metrics Scaling what works, cutting what doesn’t WHAT YOU’LL NEED Strong experience across Paid Social and Google Ads Comfortable working with data, analytics, and performance metrics Experience with GA4, GTM, and conversion tracking Understanding of e-commerce platforms (Shopify, Amazon, eBay ideal) Ability to test, learn, and optimise campaigns continuously Commercial mindset — you care about results, not just activity WHY THIS ROLE? Because this isn’t a boxed-in marketing job. You’ll be: * Trusted to run campaigns properly * Given the autonomy to make decisions * Working in a role where performance actually matters * Able to make a visible impact on revenue * If you’re the kind of person who: checks performance before your morning coffee gets a buzz from improving ROAS and loves turning data into decisions You’ll do very well here. Forward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency. Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds

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