Free to use Employment Support resources, which have been made available to the RAC Alumni by Armed Forces Covenant registered civilian organisations that want to give something back to the military.

Latest ALumni Opportunities >> See More


Veteran EXPO

Empowering Service Leavers and Veterans. Promoting Ex-Military personnel throughout the entire civilian workplace. Championing Veterans as a community support force throughout the Armed Forces Family, and across UK society – a Veteran Force. Alumni Endorsed

Organisation: Veteran UK

Industry: Careers

Salary: Various

Location: Various

Contact: jhamilton@satosmedia.com

centrica

The Pathway was set up late 2022, with the aim of attracting and hiring Armed Forces individuals into our business, from junior to senior hire, UK wide.

Organisation: centrica

Industry: Engery

Salary: Various

Location: Various

Contact: centricapathway@britishgas.co.uk

Entrain Space

Supporting the transition to civilian life with homes, community and opportunities

Organisation: Entrain Space

Industry: Veteran Support

Salary: N/A

Location: Various

Contact: kenny@entrainspace.co.uk

FIND YOUR NEXT CAREER

Latest Forces-friendly Vacancies

A world of opportunity exists for ex-Servicemen and women when they leave the Armed Forces. SaluteMyJob is a business with a social purpose that works to connect members of the Armed Forces community with the opportunities available to them.

Helping jobseekers at any stage of their military transition or career journey to plan and prepare for their next job, SaluteMyJob provides free employment-related resources, advice and training to veterans, reservists and their families. SaluteMyJob’s free online training platform, which is exclusive to the Armed Forces community, enables them to adapt or develop the skills they need to improve their competitiveness and to secure successful employment.

Alongside its career support, SaluteMyJob works with supportive employers around the UK to provide the Armed Forces community with access to relevant jobs, work placements, apprenticeships and more. These organisations and their opportunities feature in SaluteMyJob’s unique directory of Forces-friendly employers.

F&C soldier ilr coach

Supporting Foreign & Commonwealth (F&C) soldiers to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) status

Ex-F&C soldier, Lieutenant Colonel (Retd) Kenneth Bannister, served as a Trooper and Lance Corporal with the 9th/12th Royal Lancers (now Royal Lancers) before passing officer selection and gaining a commission at Sandhurst. Returning to the Regiment as a Troop Leader, he enjoyed a long and varied career, including in HR as SO1 RAC Manning and culminating as an instructor at the Joint Services Command and Staff College.


Upon leaving the Army in late-2019, he normalised his UK immigration status by transitioning from his Section 8(4) Immigration Act 1971 visa (issued to all F&C soldiers) to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), thereby allowing him to settle, live and work in the UK. Today, he is the Director and Head Coach at Continual Edge Limited.

Befitting the company’s Armed Forces Covenant pledge and Military-Grade Coaching® ethos, Continual Edge has partnered with HQ RAC to offer pro bono coaching to any RAC F&C soldier seeking to gain ILR and settle in the UK at the conclusion of their service. As such, the company will work with the client to define their post-service UK immigration goals, agree a bespoke immigration transition plan, execute the plan against agreed timelines - all with ongoing support, thereby setting up the client for success upon leaving the Army.

This initiative offers RAC Foreign & Commonwealth (F&C) soldiers free coaching in their pursuit of Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) should they wish to settle and work in the UK following their military service. As the F&C Soldier ILR Coach, Lieutenant Colonel (Retd) Bannister has first-hand experience of the immigration path ahead having been through the ILR process himself. Working in partnership, the coach will ensure that the soldier (i.e. the client):

    • Understands the ILR path ahead.
    • Defines a personal immigration goal.
    • Develops a plan (early).
    • Executes the plan at the appropriate time.

in order to set up the client for success upon leaving the Army.

In line with Continual Edge Limited policy, all information shared during coaching sessions is strictly confidential. See https://www.continual-edge.com/data-protection for details.

To start this free coaching, email pursue@continual-edge.com and include the following information:

    • Email heading: RAC ILR Coaching Request - <YOUR NAME>.
    • Email main body: Briefly explain what you want. Be bold; this is your life we’re talking about here.
    • Sign off with your preferred name and contact details.
What "With You With Me" does?

WYWM assist veterans to get tech jobs without having to invest years and money into training. We help tech roles become accessible by harnessing Potential not experience.

How does a veteran apply?

  1. It is as simple as clicking this link and going through the logging on process. 
  2. Complete the aptitude and psychometric testing (approximately 2hrs).  Results and tech pathway recommendations will be emailed to you within 72hrs.
  3. Start your self learning training. If you have any questions about what pathway is best for you, a call with one of our success representatives can be booked. A user friendly syllabus is presented and time commitment outlined. Access to bootcamps with our top coaches (also veterans) is also available. 
  4. Performance dependent, the candidates receive a certificate from WYWM denoting their standard and tech pathway. WYWM will also support and pay for certifications offered outside of our organization.  

WYWM does hire individuals directly to either work for us internally, or as a "squad member"/consultant to be posted on a contract job with one of our large partners.

How does WYWM financial profit from this program?

WYWM does not profit from this program. Profits from our commercial partners and clients allow WYWM to deliver services for veterans and their spouses. WYWM genuinely wants to answer the call of the underemployment of veterans in a scalable fashion.

24C Coaching Package

Get unstuck and get going

Bogged down on the road to career transition? Need to get unstuck and get moving?

The 24C Coaching Package is designed for military personnel struggling to make progress on their career transition journey. The package comprises a confidential, focused and frank discussion that ensures the client gets unstuck, moves forward and regains their edge in their pursuit of new horizons.

Email pursue@continual-edge.com, request the 24C package and stand by for recovery.

Exclusive RAC rates. 

The UK Forces Job Seeking,
Networking and Recruitment Service

Staffed by ex-UK military people, The List serves the immediate personal employment needs of the jobseeker as they leave the UK Armed Forces, and thereafter empowers Members seeking further advancement and change in the job market. The List enables extensive business to business (B2B), employment and recruitment opportunities serving the needs of employers and recruiters in every sector of the economy. 

The List is a warm, tribal, network which builds on the Service ethos of team-work, selflessness in helping others, trust, reliability and commitment. And it is these very same attitudes and behaviours that set ex-Forces people apart and those which employers and businesses seek.

The unique recruitment opportunities and offerings to employers make our services and solutions highly attractive and competitive in the business market place. 

Latest Forces-friendly Vacancies

In addition to offering exclusive rates to RAC personnel, Continual Edge has pledged 4 pro bono 24C coaching sessions to the Cavalry Lunch Club (CLC) community. These sessions can take place in accordance with the client’s wishes - either following the annual CLC lunch, via video conference or over the telephone.

LATEST JOB OPPORTUNITES

Latest Featured Jobs from 'Veteran UK'

Police Resettlement Expo | Careers Fair | Manchester 26

Police Resettlement Expo – Manchester 2026

SecurityClearedJobs.com are hosting the next Police Resettlement Expo in Manchester on the 9th July 2026.  The event will have over 40 companies exhibiting all looking to hire candidates with either a policing background or police experience.

The EXPOs are FREE to attend for all interested candidates but pre-registration is required. 

Full details of our next event are as follows:

Manchester Central

Manchester

M2 3GX

Date : 9th July 2026 - 10am - 3.30pm

If you are interested in our Manchester event or just want to find out a bit more on the EXPOs please apply below.

Keywords:

Investigations, Crime Scene, Advanced Driving, Firearms, Forensics, Holmes Indexing, Digital Forensics, Police, Policing, Fraud, Cyber Crime, Security, Surveillance, Counter Terrorism, Close Protection, Risk Management, Intelligence

Date Posted: Thu, 07 May 2026 23:59:00 GMT

Senior Software Engineer - Gloucester - National Security West

Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Gloucester

BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, so that governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments.

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer
Requisition ID: 122309


Location: Gloucester - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Grade: GG10 - GG11

Referral Bonus: £5,000

About the role

The National Security business in Gloucester is growing and there are an increasing number of opportunities to work with a range of National Security clients to provide solutions that have a real impact.
Be part of a growing team that not only delivers for its clients but also gives back to the community with plenty of opportunities to get involved with local community engagement and outreach activities to help build tech and cyber skills in the region.

We are looking for experienced Software Engineers to join our team following continuous growth and success in the UK Government sector.

What you could be doing for us:

  • Designing, codes, tests, corrects and documents simple programs, and assists in the implementation of software which forms part of a properly engineered information or communications system
  • Providing accurate estimates of development effort needed to design, code and test software from given specifications
  • A focus towards Data Processing
  • Working on AWS Cloud infrastructure
  • Opportunities to mentor junior level developers, providing oversight where applicable
  • Logically analysing code defects and produces timely code fixes

What background are we looking for?

  • A good understanding of back-end programming languages: Java, C++ Node.JS, Python, C
  • The desire to solve complex technical problems, helping our customers achieve their goals
  • Someone who has the aspiration to learn new skills and better themselves where possible
  • Knowledge of some cloud engineering such as AWS, Docker, Microservices ect is desirable but not essential
  • The ability to work as part of a team, knowledge share and be involved with our Agile ways of working

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and
merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of
the community who are currently under represented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+
individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example
dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about
potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors
such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform
within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of
National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level
required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks

Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence

We are embracing Hybrid Working. This means you and your colleagues may be working in different locations, such as from home, another BAE Systems office or client site, some or all of the time, and work might be going on at different times of the day.

By embracing technology, we can interact, collaborate and create together, even when we're working remotely from one another. Hybrid Working allows for increased flexibility in when and where we work, helping us to balance our work and personal life more effectively, and enhance well-being.

Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. We are proud to have an organisational culture where employees with varying perspectives, skills, life experiences and backgrounds - the best and brightest minds - can work together to achieve excellence and realise individual and organisational potential.

Date Posted: Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

DevOps Engineer

Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : London || UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Guildford || UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Leeds

BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, so that governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments.

Job Title: DevOps Engineer

Requisition ID: 122878

Location: Frimley, London, Leeds, Manchester - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Grade: GG09 - GG10

Referral Bonus: £5,000

Who we are

Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description

We are looking for experienced DevOps Engineers to join our teams following continuous growth and success in the UK Defence sector working across a range of customers and projects that truly make a difference.

Our people are what differentiates us, they are resourceful, innovative and dedicated. We have a mix of generalists and specialists and recognise that this diversity contributes to our success. We recognise the benefits of forming teams from a mix of disciplines, which allows us to come up with cutting edge, high quality solutions.

Core Duties

  • You will demonstrate your experience working in a multifunctional team across Infrastructure / DevOps / SRE
  • Utilise your experience with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or Cloud formation
  • Experience with GCP or Azure (required)
  • An appreciation of Infrastructure as Code, and CI/CD tooling
  • Scripting responsibilities with languages such as Shell, Bash, or Python etc
  • Demonstrate your great communication and problem solving skills, and a desire to learn new technologies
  • Working in an Agile environment (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, XP, etc)

As we want to develop our teams, It would be great if you also had experience in some of these, but if not we'll help you with them:

  • Working with Configuration Management tools such as Puppet, Chef, or Ansible etc
  • Working with Docker, and container runtime platforms such as Kubernetes, Openshift or Marathon / Mesos etc
  • A working knowledge of Linux, networking, routing & firewalls etc

The Team

We work hard and often go the extra mile, but we recognise people's efforts and that everyone has a life outside of work. We encourage people to speak up if they want to rotate to a new project.

Why BAE Systems

Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive.

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence

We are embracing Hybrid Working. This means you and your colleagues may be working in different locations, such as from home, another BAE Systems office or client site, some or all of the time, and work might be going on at different times of the day.

By embracing technology, we can interact, collaborate and create together, even when we're working remotely from one another. Hybrid Working allows for increased flexibility in when and where we work, helping us to balance our work and personal life more effectively, and enhance well-being.

Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. We are proud to have an organisational culture where employees with varying perspectives, skills, life experiences and backgrounds - the best and brightest minds - can work together to achieve excellence and realise individual and organisational potential.

Division overview: Government

At BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, we pride ourselves in being a leader in the cyber defence industry, and Government contracts are an area we have many decades of experience in. Government and key infrastructure networks are critical targets to defend as the effects of these networks being breached can be devastating.

As a member of the Government business unit, you will defend the connected world and ensure the protection of nations. We all have a role to play in defending our clients, and this is yours.

Date Posted: Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Systems Engineer - Modelling & Simulation (Seeker)

Bristol

An exciting role for a Systems Engineer to be involved in a variety of projects developing ground breaking technologies through the use of Modelling & Simulation. With opportunities to support field trials and work with a dedicated team of Engineers to help your own career development this role is one not to be missed!

Salary: From £ 40,000 to £58,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-5 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...
  • 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 looking for Systems Engineers to join a growing team to perform activities including modelling, algorithm development and systems studies. Our work covers simulation and modelling of the entire Seeker chain from radar propagation, to hardware response, to the embedded software algorithms on-board the Seeker. These algorithms are developed in, and auto-coded directly from our models, allowing us to rapidly test, iterate, and deliver sophisticated defence capability.

There are roles available across multiple Seeker programmes, from those in the early concepting phase (including developing groundbreaking technologies like Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESAs) and highly integrated multi-mode sensors), through assessment and development phases (such as Future Cruise Anti-Ship Weapon FC/ASW) and, supporting spiral development on our in-service phase Seekers. You may have the opportunity to get involved in a variety of other activities within our department including support to field trials and lab testing. There are numerous progression and development opportunities available, as well as interaction with stakeholders across a dynamic multi-national engineering team.

We are also looking for more experienced engineers wishing to develop their leadership skills across teams and work packages.

What we're looking for from you:
  • Degree level qualification in a STEM subject or equivalent experience
  • Modelling and Coding with proficiency in MATLAB
  • Algorithm Development
  • Data Analysis and Technical Report Writing

Desirable experience:
  • Advanced MATLAB
  • Proficiency in Simulink including Embedded Coder
  • Formal software or firmware development experience, especially C and HDL
  • Knowledge of RF systems and digital signal processing
  • Model verification, configuration control and model release processes
  • Continuous Integration and Testing
  • Machine Learning and AI

You will be an adaptable and proactive individual who enjoys finding innovative solutions to complex engineering problems.

Most importantly, if you have a passion for the industry and technology, then we want to see you! Our department is an encouraging community, in which you can develop your skills, gain experience and progress your career, giving you exposure to some incredible technologies and products.

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

Date Posted: Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Security Consultant

Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : London || UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Guildford || UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Leeds

BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, so that governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses can unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments.

Job Title: Security Consultant

Location: London, Leeds, Manchester, Frimley, hybrid - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Competitive

Who we are

Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description

BAE Systems are seeking an experienced Security Consultant to join our growing security capability. Roles at BAE consist of delivery of high-quality security consulting services across a diverse range of high profile clients and customers. Successful candidates will work closely with technical teams, business leaders, and specialists within both BAE Systems and our client organisations, to identify risks, design effective security solutions and support implementation of robust security strategies.

Core Duties

• Provide security consulting and advisory services to support clients and internal stakeholders in managing their cyber risk.
• Conduct security assessments, risk reviews and gap analysis to identify security weaknesses, develop mitigation strategies and implement security improvements.
• Contribute to the design and review of secure architectures, systems and technology solutions.
• Support the development and implementation of security policies, standards and governance frameworks.
• Communicate security risk and recommendations clearly through reports, presentations and stakeholder discussions.
• Facilitate workshops, risk reviews, and security discussions with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support assurance activities such as audits, compliance reviews and supplier or third-party risk assessments.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management and security best practice.
• Provide expert knowledge across key and emerging security domains such as cloud security, infrastructure security, identity and access management and application security.
• Utilise your experience of working with recognised security frameworks and standards (ISO27001, NIST 800-53, CIS).
• Translate technical security risks into business impact with an ability to make recommendations to technical audiences, business leaders and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities whilst beingSelf-motivated, collaborative, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Demonstrate your knowledge of Recognised industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA or comparable cybersecurity qualifications are desirable.

The Team

We work hard and often go the extra mile, but we recognise people's efforts and that everyone has a life outside of work. We encourage people to speak up if they want to rotate to a new project.

Why BAE Systems

Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive.

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence

We are embracing Hybrid Working. This means you and your colleagues may be working in different locations, such as from home, another BAE Systems office or client site, some or all of the time, and work might be going on at different times of the day.

By embracing technology, we can interact, collaborate and create together, even when we're working remotely from one another. Hybrid Working allows for increased flexibility in when and where we work, helping us to balance our work and personal life more effectively, and enhance well-being.

Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. We are proud to have an organisational culture where employees with varying perspectives, skills, life experiences and backgrounds - the best and brightest minds - can work together to achieve excellence and realise individual and organisational potential.

Division overview: Government

At BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, we pride ourselves in being a leader in the cyber defence industry, and Government contracts are an area we have many decades of experience in. Government and key infrastructure networks are critical targets to defend as the effects of these networks being breached can be devastating.

As a member of the Government business unit, you will defend the connected world and ensure the protection of nations. We all have a role to play in defending our clients, and this is yours.

Date Posted: Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Senior Procurement Manager

Bristol

As a Senior Procurement Manager for the Project Procurement team (P-PROC) you will partner our suppliers and enable MBDA to provide world-leading defence capabilities for our Home Nations and their Allies

Salary: Circa £50,000 - £55,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification, plus travel between sites

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) and Security Check (SC) clearance which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

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:

Key to this role is the ability to manage a team of procurement specialists, ensuring compliance to functional requirements whilst liaising with project representatives. As a leading Senior Procurement Manager, you will support the team to subcontract our suppliers and enable MBDA to provide world-leading defence capabilities for our Home Nations and their Allies.

Managing others and leading delivery of a portfolio of in-service support projects, this role requires attention to detail and the ability to work with the team to negotiate supplier contracts and craft key contractual terms with critical suppliers, alongside delivery of procurement support to technical and project teams within MBDA at senior levels. You will line manage and lead others to deliver this support across various projects and commercial frameworks. You will deliver on, and lead others through, subcontracts and obligations across the entire life cycle of missiles and missile systems, project manage the on-time, on-cost, on-quality delivery of high value and sophisticated sub-systems, provide commercial guidance to internal customers and manage risk and opportunity to safeguard the interests of MBDA.

What we're looking for from you:

The P-PROC team provides a collaborative, team-focused environment where multitasking is a key skill. You will need to have strong organisational skills an appetite for procedural rigour. There will be ample opportunities for you to develop within the P-PROC team and across the wider procurement business. You will be required to travel to our suppliers in the UK, Europe and potentially internationally. You'll bring attributes, experience and proven capabilities in procurement subcontract management, including:

  • High integrity standards for due-diligence, authorisation & release process controls

  • Key skills in negotiation and authoring / defining / reviewing contract and terms and conditions.

  • Ideally you will have been exposed to supporting new business tendering and executing procurement competitive tendering.

  • Be able to resolve opposing views, be skilled at finding a resolution and negotiating a mutually agreeable position.

  • Keen to provide high standards of service, support and co-operation to senior internal and external customers

  • Continually improve opportunities, analyse situations and present possibilities, whilst balancing risk

  • An appetite for procedural rigour and gain satisfaction from tracking the details

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-LA1

Date Posted: Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Principal Commercial Officer

Bristol

As a Principal Commercial Officer, you will manage Domestic Commercial contracts, through the contract life cycle from bidding and negotiation to execution and closure

Salary: Circa £50 , 000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 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. 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 opportunity is to join an active, involved and motivated team committed to delivering Defence Capability to the UK Armed Forces and other customers,
  • Business Winning - Being a key player in the winning of new contracts and agreements of medium to high complexity. Supporting the full Route to Contract and protecting MBDA's business interests, you will work in a multi-functional team in the Bidding process to generate proposals including reviewing and drafting contract terms and support senior commercial staff on major new business campaigns.
  • Negotiations - With support, gaining acceptance and agreement on issues and amendments to ensure contractual compliance within agreed boundaries.
  • Contract Management - Being a vital part of the delivery chain that ensures MBDA meets its promises to our customer on our Contracts. Includes change management, problem solving and administration.
  • Commercial Risk and Opportunity Management: Identifying potential risks and opportunities associated with bids and contracts and working with various departments to develop mitigation strategies.
  • Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers & industry partners, focusing on collaboration.
  • Being the interface with internal project team(s) providing commercial advice
  • Communicating with stakeholders at all levels, including reporting to senior management on the progress of your portfolio of work.
  • Representing the commercial team in progress/reviews and/or customer meetings.
  • Working under pressure to achieve deadlines.
  • Day-to-day administration and maintenance of the Commercial Information Systems.
  • Promoting best practice and functional excellence.
  • You may have some supervisory/guidance over more junior staff including graduates and business apprentices

What we're looking for from you:
  • Advanced negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.
  • Good process and change management.
  • Experience of managing more complex, high value contracts.
  • Effective team behaviours, influencing and team working skills.
  • Experienced in a broad range of commercial issues and skills including bidding and contract management skills throughout the contract lifecycle.
  • Commercial understanding from customer through to supplier.
  • Awareness and practical applicability of Intellectual Property and its protection.
  • Good understanding of contract law and its applicability.
  • Ability to draft or modify terms and conditions.
  • Understanding Liabilities and mitigating Risk.
  • Awareness of Import and Export restrictions and licencing requirements.
  • Ability to understand and use pricing and costing models.
  • Good Knowledge of IT and Business Tools including SAP

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.

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Date Posted: Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Procurement Manager

Bolton

Are you passionate about executing and managing critical and complex supplier subcontracts? Do you have experience of providing work collaboratively with UK and/or international suppliers whilst protecting the commercial position?

Salary: Circa £ 48,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 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:

Working within Major Equipment Procurement (MEP), you will partner with our suppliers around the world and enable MBDA to provide world-leading defence capabilities for our Home Nations and their Allies.

You will lead the preparation, negotiation, implementation and performance of subcontracts across the entire life cycle of missiles and missile systems. You will ensure that contracts are effectively managed to time, cost, and quality resulting in the delivery of high value and sophisticated sub-systems. You will need to provide commercial guidance to internal customers and manage risk and opportunity to safeguard the interests of MBDA.

Key activities on a day-to-day basis can vary between individual roles, but expected activities you are likely to complete:
  • Preparation and execution of subcontracts, either with existing partners or as a result of running tendering activities
  • Oversee subcontract amendments to ensure they remain topical and in compliance with latest contracting standards and legislation
  • Undertaking performance management activities to ensure that suppliers deliver in line with subcontract obligations
  • Develop and nurture strong supplier relationships with suppliers within the UK, Europe and the rest of the world
  • Identify and mitigate commercial and business risks relating to the suppliers which you are responsible for
  • Obtain quotations and other critical intelligence from suppliers which enable MBDA to bid for new business

What we're looking for from you:

MEP provides a collaborative, team-focused environment where multitasking is a key skill. This is a really key role, and we need people who can help us be successful by taking requirements and problem solving with tangible solutions. There will be ample opportunities for you to develop within the MEP team and across the wider procurement business. You will be required to travel to our suppliers in the UK, Europe and potentially internationally.
  • You'll be keen to learn or bring experience in procurement subcontract management, e.g. negotiation, contract and terms and conditions
  • Be able to problem solve daily and skilled at finding a resolution
  • Keen to provide continuous support and co-operation to senior internal and external customers
  • Continually improve opportunities, analyse situations and present possibilities, whilst balancing risk

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.

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Date Posted: Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Technical Lead - Sparkworks

Sparkworks is a specialist team that develop cutting-edge solutions, particularly in the RF and Laser Directed Energy Weapons, and Low Observable Technologies. High demand from various partners across the armed forces community makes this an interesting time to join our team!

Salary: Circa £65,000depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: up to 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: 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...
  • 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:

As a Technical Lead within the Sparkworks programmes team you will play a crucial role in the RF Directed Energy Weapons (DEW) domain, leading the delivery of activities to develop RF DEW systems.

Working as part of the RF DEW programme team you will lead a multi-domain team to conduct electromagnetic modelling, electrical architecture assessment, test and design activities to inform RF DEW design and development. Working closely with the Design Lead to make design decisions and conduct design trade studies.

This role requires strong leadership qualities to lead the technical team, whilst also being accountable for project management and budgetary management. This is a challenging and exciting role in a growing domain for MBDA providing an opportunity to work on truly innovative and world class technology.

What we're looking for from you:

We are looking for someone with a proven track record in delivering engineering development activities.

  • Proficient in at least one of the following: High power RF systems, electrical and electronic architecture, electromagnetic modelling, RF testing, design for EMC

  • Experience in leadership and fostering collaboration in teams

  • Educated to degree level in either Physics, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering or a related engineering or scientific discipline

  • Experience in Project Management and the planning of tasks/activities

  • Willingness to undertake DV clearance

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.

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Date Posted: Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Algorithms Engineer

Bristol

As an Algorithms Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on advanced technologies and create solutions in the field of Radio Frequency (RF) Seekers!

Salary: Circa £45,000 to £58,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Typically 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...

The opportunity:

We have a number of exciting opportunities for various levels of experienced Systems Engineers to join our growing Radio Frequency (RF) Seekers team. You'll be performing activities including algorithm development and systems studies.

This is an exceptional chance to be part of multiple Seeker programmes, including STRATUS - LO and Brimstone, and contribute to the development of Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA) and highly integrated multi-mode sensors.

What makes this opportunity truly unique is the scope it offers for innovation and technical growth. You will have the chance to get involved in a variety of systems tasks, driving the technical scope of the programmes. As part of our specialist and diverse team, you will have many opportunities to develop your skills, and be fully supported in doing so. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about the industry and technology, and we are committed to helping you build a successful career while working with incredible technologies and products.

As part of the role, you will be involved in a number of activities including many of the following:

  • Develop algorithms and ensure they are fit for purpose

  • Conduct studies to identify any enhancements and propose future improvements

  • Collaborate with individuals from various areas of expertise

  • Integrate algorithms within complex Seeker models

  • Undertake system studies and performance analysis

  • Foster innovation, including the use of agile methods, process improvements, and machine learning/AI in our products

What we're looking for from you:

Essential experience:

  • Algorithm development

  • MATLAB Experience

  • Identification, Planning and Running of investigations to inform systems design

  • Data analysis

Desirable experience, but not essential:

  • Modelling and coding (Simulink)

  • Knowledge of RF systems and digital signal processing

  • Experience in forming hypotheses and creating the method to prove them.

  • Technical report writing

  • Machine Learning and AI

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.

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Date Posted: Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Manufacturing Engineer

Fantastic opportunity to take ownership of manufacturing engineering processes and equipment to make improvements to production whilst developing new skills and techniques

Salary: Circa £43,500 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.
  • 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:

An opportunity has arisen on the development / production manufacturing lines, for a support engineer who would be responsible for translating design requirements into user instructions including the development of the project manufacturing architecture. You will coordinate the day to day support to the operations staff within the manufacturing facility.

The opportunity also allows you to grow your knowledge within manufacturing as part of our 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.

Working with the Principal Engineer, you will be working on multiple projects, responsible for manufacturing problem identification and resolution:
  • Support existing manufacturing lines and new product introduction
  • Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA's, process proving activities etc.
  • Management of configuration control by the embodiment of design modifications into the manufacturing documentation and industrial validation
  • Support the non-conformance process
  • Ensure products are produced with consideration to safety, efficiency and economic factors
  • Assume the responsibilities for safe operating implementation for changed processes, including liaising with COSHH assessors, SHE and human factors
  • Liaise with the design authority during the product prototype/development phase, to ensure optimised Design for Manufacture (DfM)
  • Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions maintaining production BOMs
  • Tooling development and control

What we're looking for from you:
  • Formal technical Engineering/Craft Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3 and Formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject

OR
  • Degree in relevant Engineering subject
  • Must demonstrate a proactive approach to problem solving and commitment to work to meet our delivery milestones.
  • Have the ability to interpret Design Drawings with a view to producing Manufacturing Build Instructions.
  • Must be able to work within and contribute to a team environment.
  • Awareness of digital communication platforms to work and communicate effectively within the workplace

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.

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Date Posted: Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT