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We are looking for somebody who wants to proceed with their career in the aerospace industry.
At this site, you will primarily work with the Hot Fire Test team.
Some of the responsibilities include:
Assist in managing operations that involve hazardous materials
Ensure that correct pressures are maintained in the feedlines during tests.
Site preparation and maintenance,
Conducting pressure and control system checks
Instrument calibration and steam boiler operations.
Assisting with instrumentation, installation, and removal of flight engines before and after hot fire tests.
Required Skills
Hands-on mechanical fitter or engineering skills, ideally gained within an engineering-focused organisation or aerospace company.
A proactive attitude toward safety and operational support. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £40000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-03-17 15:21:15
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Procurement Manager required to join a growing team within an established Engineering ad Defence Services organisation providing complex manufacturing solutions and critical services.
Requirements
Engineering experience within a defence environment of procurement.
MCIPS or CIPS qualified.
Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel, PowerPoint fluency.
Ability to manage and develop supplier and stakeholder relationships.
Track record of identifying and delivering procurement savings.
Responsibilities
Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships and provide clear communication on procurement activities.
Support a team of buyers in managing day to day procurement operations, including supplier performance, risk management, and improvement initiatives.
Identify cost saving opportunities and support tendering and sourcing processes.
Negotiate terms, conditions, and contractual agreements, ensuring clear management of KPIs.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £60000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-03-17 12:41:31
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Experienced Quality and Administration Manager with a background in the aerospace industry to oversee the coordination of working groups, facilitating communication between Senior Management and teams, and driving continuous improvement within the organization.
Requirements
Quality Assurance, experience in the aerospace industry.
Strong understanding of quality tools, TQM culture, and process improvement methodologies.
Familiarity with employment law and HR best practices.
Ability to organize, prioritise, and provide feedback across all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities
Serve as a liaison between Senior Management and working groups, ensuring effective communication and support.
Coordinate activities to avoid task overlap, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
Ensure timely and appropriate responses to proposals, presentations, and requests from task groups.
Organize meetings, presentations, and provide feedback on project progress.
Champion Total Quality Management (TQM) and statistical techniques to control processes and improve product and service quality.
Conduct training and promote the use of quality tools to enhance processes. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bristol, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £60000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-03-17 12:28:18
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Embedded Digital Electronics Design Engineer required to design military aerospace technology products.
You will have embedded control system design experience in automotive, telecoms, aerospace or medical sectors and degree qualified in electronics.
Key Skills
Embedded controller design in FPGA, Processor and Micro Controllers.
Embedded controller hardware design and development.
Circuit simulation and design in DOORS, SPICE, Saber, SiMetrix, EWB, TINA, Mathcad, MATLAB, Simulink and Xilinx.
Communication protocol design CAN, ARINC and AFDX.
Precision analogue and digital electronics circuit design, LVDTs, Resolvers, Temperature and Pressure Sensors, Solenoids and PWM circuits.
PCB layout and design for signal integrity and EMC.
DFM, DFT designing to cost requirements.
Design verification, test specification and quality reporting.
PCB design, schematic capture and circuit simulation.
Mentor Graphics, Cadence design tools
VHDL, Python and C advantageous.
PCB design in Mentor Graphics or Cadence.
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Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £70000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-03-13 17:10:01
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Holt Executive are delighted to be partnering with a global technology and communications leader to recruit a Technical Service Delivery Manager for an interim contract in the aerospace industry.
Our partner mission is to deliver innovative technology and communication services to several markets around the world.
Mobility is a key focus for them.
For the Technical Service Delivery Manager hire, the individual will be responsible for technical leadership throughout the customer lifecycle inhouse and externally.
Key responsibilities for the Technical Service Delivery Manager - Aircraft/Airline:
- Provides technical guidance, status, and leadership to the customer and internal teams for all account related activities.
- Define, clarify, and advise on customer requirements, lab requirements, and testing support.
- Identify and review SLA exclusions, facilitates process improvement, and change in coordination with the agreement, customer, and product evolution
- Working with product & program teams and DevOps on new airline / aircraft / feature onboarding and scheduling (e.g., Salesforce)
- Coordinating and supporting needs related to software, portal, configuration items, and content.
Key Experience required for the Technical Service Delivery Manager - Aircraft/Airline:
- Experience in a technical Account Management/ Service Delivery role (B2B Telecom/IT/Aviation)
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering or another related degree
- Demonstrated experience managing customer expectations and delivery scope
- Solid understanding of TCP/IP and Broadband networking concept
- Proficiency with Salesforce or equivalent ticketing system and reporting tools
- Ability to present complex technical material to a variety of audiences
- Demonstrate the ability to lead multi-functional teams ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Farnborough,England
Start: 13/03/2025
Duration: 9 Months
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-03-13 14:58:09
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Avionic System Design Engineer required to work as part of a team across aircraft, aviation and satellite connectivity.
Requirements
Avionics systems and SATCOM technology experience of Iridium, Inmarsat, Viasat, Starlink or similar.
DOORS, JAMA or similar systems engineering tool knowledge.
BEng in Electronics Engineering or related ideally with postgrad qualifications.
UAV regulations, safety standards ARP4754, ARP4761, DO178 or DO254 desirable.
Role
Avionic system design, development, and implementation.
SATCOM system integration of Iridium, Inmarsat, Viasat, Starlink.
Design review including testing, validation and regulatory compliance. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Farnborough, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £80000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-03-11 11:44:02
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Aviation Engineering Manager required to lead a cutting edge flight test engineering team.
Requirements
Leadership experience managing flight test teams in aviation or aerospace.
Aviation Regulation experience ideally at ???Part 21??? organization.
Flight science knowledge of safety critical systems.
Software and hardware systems test, evaluation and improvement understanding.
DO 160 environmental test requirements and DO standards.
Structural loading evaluation and supplier management.
Role
Lead and manage a flight test team.
Oversee ground and flight test activities for certification.
Flight test post holder for P21J Design.
Manage the configuration and maintenance of test tools and equipment. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Farnborough, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £65000 - £80000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-03-11 11:42:52
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Software Engineer required to work on cutting edge safety critical C / C++ and Python system development as part of a growing team.
Requirements
C/C++ and Python programming experience.
Highly regulated industry understanding.
Safety critical standards.
Multi core processor and embedded systems development.
Software testing tools MISRA, LDRA, Vectorcast or similar.
Role
Develop and verify software for complex systems in collaboration with cross functional teams.
Review and validate software requirements, ensuring compliance with safety critical standards.
Conduct technical reviews, safety assessments, and certification processes. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Farnborough, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £90000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-03-11 11:41:47
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Holt Executive is Hiring Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer Holt Executive is partnering with a leading space technology company to find a Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer to join their dynamic team in Harwell, UK.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative space missions, playing a key role in mission design, spacecraft system development, and technical leadership.
About the Role: As a Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer, you will lead key aspects of mission architecture, system design, and verification processes, working on next-generation satellite platforms.
You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define mechanical, thermal, and propulsion system requirements, ensuring mission success.
This role is ideal for an experienced systems engineer with hands-on experience in spacecraft development, looking to mentor engineers, drive technical decisions, and contribute to groundbreaking space missions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop spacecraft mission and system designs, including requirements derivation.
- Lead validation and verification of mechanical, propulsion, and thermal subsystems.
- Perform mission analysis and spacecraft modelling to support design trade-offs.
- Manage satellite platform budgets, including mass and power constraints.
- Support the production of test and verification plans for system validation.
- Conduct feasibility studies for different satellite architectures.
- Assist with bid work, providing technical solutions and documentation.
- Maintain configuration control over system designs and documentation.
- Guide a multi-disciplinary engineering team in the delivery of spacecraft projects.
Essential Skills:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 10+ years of commercial experience in a systems engineering role for satellite platforms.
- Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, spacecraft constraints, and environmental testing.
- Experience in defining mechanical, thermal, and propulsion subsystem requirements.
- Knowledge of the full satellite project lifecycle, including review gates such as SRR, PDR, and CDR.
- Familiarity with key spacecraft subsystems, including GNC, C&DH, EPS, propulsion, communications, and ground segment operations.
- Experience in developing systems engineering documentation, including CONOPS, DDVP, ICDs, FMECA, and verification plans.
- Understanding of AIT (Assembly, Integration, and Test) processes, including manufacture, functional testing, and environmental testing.
- Awareness of space sustainability concepts, including debris removal and in-orbit servicing.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in project management, procurement, bid support, or manufacturing.
- Proficiency in engineering and modelling tools (e.g., ModelSim, MATLAB, STK) and scripting languages such as Python.
- Knowledge of space regulations, licensing, and policy frameworks related to space sustainability.
- Familiarity with missions related to debris removal, in-orbit servicing, or autonomous spacecraft operations.
Whats on Offer?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Work with a highly talented, international team on cutting-edge space missions.
- Hybrid working and flexible schedule options.
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and relocation support.
- Access to state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
- Regular social events and career development opportunities.
If you are a highly skilled spacecraft systems engineer looking to lead impactful space missions, apply today or contact Holt Executive for more details! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Harwell,England
Start: 07/03/2025
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £90000 per annum
Posted: 2025-03-07 16:07:12
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Holt Executive is Hiring Digital Electronics Engineer (C&DH) Holt Executive is partnering with a leading space technology company to find a Digital Electronics Engineer (Command & Data Handling) to join their team in Harwell, UK.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development of mission-critical spacecraft electronics, supporting innovative space missions that push technological boundaries.
About the Role: As a Digital Electronics Engineer (C&DH), you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing electronic systems for spacecraft, covering the full lifecycle from early design to assembly, integration, and verification (AIV).
The role involves working on complex spacecraft data handling architectures, interface design, and system testing, ensuring the smooth operation of mission-critical electronics.
This position offers the opportunity to shape the direction of C&DH engineering within a growing and dynamic team, contributing to space missions that require high-speed data processing, precision control, and fault-tolerant electronics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and design Command & Data Handling (C&DH) subsystems for spacecraft.
- Define subsystem requirements, test plans, and verification processes.
- Manage data processing and power budgets for onboard electronics.
- Design and review C&DH architectures, ensuring compatibility with mission needs.
- Conduct FMECA (Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis) and FDIR (Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery) processes.
- Collaborate with system engineers, ground segment teams, and operations teams to integrate and validate spacecraft systems.
- Plan, prepare, and execute electrical subsystem and system-level verification tests, including writing test scripts and supporting environmental testing.
- Work with suppliers and procurement teams to define specifications and evaluate C&DH equipment.
Essential Skills:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- 2+ years of commercial experience in electronic and/or system design for satellite Command & Data Handling (C&DH) systems.
- Experience working with industry-standard spacecraft communication protocols such as CCSDS, I2C, RS422, SpaceWire, and CAN.
- Understanding of C&DH system operations, avionics interfaces, and mission electronics.
- Hands-on experience in developing and executing test plans for spacecraft avionics.
- Strong knowledge of systems engineering and requirements management throughout the project lifecycle.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with FPGA design using Verilog/VHDL.
- Proficiency in Python for test scripting.
- Hands-on experience handling and testing flight hardware in a cleanroom environment.
- Knowledge of GNSS systems and time synchronization for satellites.
- Understanding of radiation tolerance analysis and space-grade electronics for Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
- Familiarity with space sustainability initiatives, such as active debris removal and in-orbit servicing.
Whats on Offer?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Work with a highly skilled, international team on cutting-edge space electronics.
- Hybrid working and flexible schedule options.
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and relocation support.
- Access to state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
- Regular social events and professional development opportunities.
If you're passionate about digital electronics and spacecraft C&DH systems, apply today or contact Holt Executive to learn more! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Harwell,England
Start: 07/03/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £75000 per annum
Posted: 2025-03-07 16:03:05
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Holt Executive is Hiring Senior GNC Engineer (Space Missions) Holt Executive is partnering with a cutting-edge space technology company to find a Senior GNC Engineer to join their expert team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems, contributing to the development of rendezvous, proximity operations, and docking (RPO) missions that are shaping the future of space sustainability.
About the Role: As a Senior GNC Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and validating trajectory planning, guidance algorithms, and navigation filters for complex spacecraft rendezvous and docking operations.
You will work closely with flight dynamics, software, and systems engineering teams to create robust, fault-tolerant GNC solutions that ensure mission success.
This role is ideal for an engineer with a strong background in GNC algorithm development, aerospace simulations, and system-level analysis, looking to contribute to next-generation space missions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and validate GNC algorithms for RPO and spacecraft manoeuvres.
- Develop simulator models to support guidance and control system validation.
- Ensure configuration control and logical management of GNC software solutions.
- Support software architecture development, leading towards an integrated GNC software solution.
- Conduct research into state-of-the-art GNC algorithms and implement innovative solutions.
- Collaborate with QA and production teams to transition GNC developments into scalable solutions.
Essential Skills:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering or a relevant discipline.
- Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and C/C++ for aerospace simulations.
- Strong experience in GNC algorithm design (e.g., navigation filters, guidance strategies, control systems).
- Experience in fault-tolerant GNC system design and software development.
- Understanding of systems engineering principles and best practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
- Strong problem-solving skills, balancing innovation and on-time delivery.
Desirable Skills:
- Knowledge of GNC rendezvous sensors and pose estimation techniques.
- Hands-on experience with GNC hardware Assembly, Integration, and Verification (AIV).
- Familiarity with Active Debris Removal (ADR) and RPO mission concepts, such as ESA CleanSpace projects, DARPA Express, or DEOS.
Whats on Offer?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Work with a highly skilled, international team on cutting-edge space technology.
- Hybrid working and flexible schedule options.
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and relocation support.
- Access to state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
- Regular social events and professional development opportunities.
If youre passionate about advancing space mission GNC systems, apply today or contact Holt Executive for more details! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Harwell,England
Start: 07/03/2025
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £90000 per annum
Posted: 2025-03-07 15:57:12
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Holt Executive is Hiring GNC Engineer (Space Missions) Holt Executive is partnering with a pioneering space technology company to find a GNC Engineer to join their expert team.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge space guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems, enabling complex rendezvous, proximity operations, and docking (RPO) missions.
About the Role: As a GNC Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, optimizing, and testing GNC algorithms and simulation models to support advanced space missions.
You will work on sensor technologies, fault detection processes, and system integration, ensuring mission success through robust and innovative engineering solutions.
This role is ideal for an engineer with experience in GNC algorithm development, spacecraft simulations, and system-level analysis, looking to work on game-changing space sustainability missions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, optimize, and test GNC algorithms (e.g., navigation filters, guidance strategies, and controllers).
- Develop GNC simulation models and functionalities for mission analysis.
- Support trade-off analysis and integration of state-of-the-art RPO sensors and data fusion techniques.
- Contribute to Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) and Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) processes.
- Perform GNC subsystem verification, validation, and spacecraft integration testing.
- Work with Engineering Model (EM) hardware to conduct subsystem development testing.
- Support both development-focused and production-focused GNC activities, including Quality Assurance (QA) processes.
Essential Skills:
- Degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related technical field.
- Experience with GNC simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink and Python.
- Hands-on experience designing navigation filters, guidance algorithms, and control systems.
- Strong understanding of fault-tolerant GNC system design.
- Experience with Systems Engineering principles and processes.
- Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a balance between creative innovation and delivery-focused engineering.
Desirable Skills:
- Knowledge of GNC rendezvous and pose estimation sensors and techniques.
- Experience in GNC hardware Assembly, Integration, and Verification (AIV).
- Familiarity with Active Debris Removal (ADR) and RPO mission concepts, such as RemoveDebris, ESAs CleanSpace projects, DARPA Express, or DEOS.
Whats on Offer?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Work with a highly skilled, international team on cutting-edge space technology.
- Hybrid working and flexible schedule options.
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and relocation support.
- Access to state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
- Regular social events and professional development opportunities.
If youre passionate about advancing space mission GNC systems, apply today or contact Holt Executive for more details! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Harwell,England
Start: 07/03/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £75000 per annum
Posted: 2025-03-07 15:52:06
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Holt Executive is Hiring Flight Dynamics Engineer Holt Executive is partnering with a leading space technology company to find a Flight Dynamics Engineer to join their growing team in Harwell, UK.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to mission design, orbital manoeuvres, and space safety, working at the forefront of satellite operations and rendezvous missions.
About the Role: As a Flight Dynamics Engineer, you will be involved in mission trajectory planning, orbit determination, and real-time operations for spacecraft engaged in advanced orbital activities, including rendezvous, docking, separation, and end-of-life manoeuvres.
You will play a key role in developing flight dynamics tools, algorithms, and monitoring systems while collaborating with global partners to ensure safe and efficient space operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support mission design and trajectory planning, from requirements derivation to algorithm development.
- Perform modelling, simulation, and analysis for orbital manoeuvres and relative motion.
- Enhance safe rendezvous capabilities and improve flight dynamics processes.
- Develop state-of-the-art telemetry monitoring and command generation tools.
- Work with Space Situational Awareness (SSA) providers to ensure safe spacecraft operations.
- Support real-time operations, including LEOP, manoeuvre planning, orbit determination, and collision avoidance.
- Contribute to multi-object orbit estimation, filtering methods, and image processing.
Essential Skills:
- Bachelors degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a relevant discipline.
- Proficiency in programming, with experience in MATLAB and Python preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a calm, organised approach.
- Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
Desirable Skills:
- Masters or PhD in a relevant field.
- Experience in spacecraft flight operations.
- Familiarity with Linux, scripting, and version control.
- Background in Mission Analysis, Filtering Methods, GNC, or Image Processing.
Whats on Offer?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Work with a highly talented, international team on cutting-edge space missions.
- Hybrid working and flexible schedule options.
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and relocation support.
- A brand-new state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facility.
- Regular social events and a collaborative work environment.
If youre passionate about space mission design and flight dynamics, apply today or contact Holt Executive to learn more! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Harwell,England
Start: 07/03/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £75000 per annum
Posted: 2025-03-07 15:43:04
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Holt Engineering are recruiting for Production Operatives to join our manufacturing client in Assembler, this role is to start as soon as possible and is full time.
The role is working day shifts, Monday - Friday , totalling 37.5hours and is paying £11.44
Our client are experts in innovation across multiple sectors including Aerospace, Building Automation, Energy and sustainability solutions and industrial automation.
They offer a friendly and dedicated team with fantastic learning and development opportunities and they are looking for someone who is committed to developing themselves within manufacturing.
The duties for this Production Operative position will include:
- Packing
- General Assembly duties
- Following drawings and using hand and power tools when needed
- Quality checking
- Operating machines
To be considered for this Prodcution Operative role you will need:
- To be Committed to the employment contract
- Have a can do attitude and the want to progress within your career
- Comfortable with manual handling
- Ability to read and understand work orders or drawings
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a well known business looking to grow their successful team.
You will be required to pass a drugs test before starting this role and must have a valid UK passport or be able to provide your Right to Work Share Code otherwise you cannot be considered for this potion.
Please call Sam today on 07485 390946 or apply with your CV
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Type: Contract Location: SouthendonSea,England
Start: 03/03/2025
Duration: 1.0 HOUR
Salary / Rate: £11.44 per hour
Posted: 2025-03-03 12:00:13
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Title: Marine Engineer
Location: Pembrokeshire
Salary or Rate: £25p/hour Ltd or Umbrella.
Hours: 60 Hours on offer per week.
Type: Contract
HSB ID: 166/28
HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Aerospace sectors.
We have several permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas – visit our website or LinkedIn page for more.
Typically, this person will be a Marine engineer/Mechanical fitter with experience working on Aluminium USV vehicles, dry shafts, fuel systems, Engine install, Jet install and Small Pipe experience would be favourable.
HSB Technical’s client is a very established and well-regarded business.
Day to day duties and responsibilities of the Mechanical Fitter:
Mechanical fitter of all general Marine systems.
Experience Diesel Engines.
Striping engines down and re building.
Fitting all mechanical components.
Working on hydraulics.
Reading and interpretation of technical drawings.
Qualifications and requirements requested for the Mechanical Fitter:
Engine Alignment
Marine experience would be an advantage.
Lorry fitters and diesel fitters would be at an advantage if non marine.
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who are governed by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: pembroke, Wales
Start: 10/03/2025
Duration: on going
Salary / Rate: £25 - £25 Per Hour more potential overtime
Posted: 2025-02-28 12:12:47
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This role involves working with high-pressure gas and fluidic systems, engine testing, and test facility operations to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct engine testing and ensure correct feedline pressures are set.
Operate and maintain mechanical and steam vacuum systems.
Perform pressure and control system checks.
Set up and operate Data Acquisition Systems and thermal imaging cameras.
Carry out instrumentation calibrations and ensure compliance with testing standards.
Work extensively with high-pressure gas and fluidic systems.
Experience Required:
Strong mechanical fitting skills.
Solid understanding of mathematics and physics.
Hands-on experience in engine testing and test facility operations.
Experience in maintenance and operation of mechanical systems.
....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £32000 - £38000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-02-27 13:44:51
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Hot-Fire Test Engineer required with experience of COMAH controlled testing of Firing engines using propellants.
You will work within a Test department of a space thruster test facility on Hot Fire Testing programmes including: site preparation and maintenance, fuel and oxidiser handling, pressure systems, instrumentation, control systems, space thruster theory, steam boiler operation, data analysis, site and system safety, etc.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting and rapidly growing organisation at the cutting edge of Aerospace and Space Research, Design and Development. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-02-27 12:57:00
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Seeking a skilled Senior Test Engineer with expertise in space propulsion.
Responsible for overseeing firing site operations, including site preparation, maintenance, fuel and oxidizer handling, pressure systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design and manufacture of liquid propellant and high-pressure gas feed systems.
Advanced training provision in key operational skills on firing sites.
Proficient analysis and assessment of test data, producing high-quality analysis material.
Adherence to COMAH controlled testing standards.
Minimum Requirements:
Mechanical fitter or practical engineering skills
Ideally qualified to OU or equivalent graduate level course in engineering.
Level 4 training on the Skills and Competency Matrix with in-depth experience.
....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £32000 - £45000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-02-27 12:55:54
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Space thruster Test Technician required to support Hot Fire Space Propulsion Testing programmes.
The successful application will work with Test Engineers on site preparation, propellant handling, propellant sampling, pressure control systems checks, mechanical and steam vacuum systems, instrumentation calibrations, steam boiler operation also the collation and review of test data.
There will be extensive work on high pressure gas and fluidic systems including interpretation and understanding of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams and the use of electrical and electronic measurement and testing equipment.
You will be working with satellite flight hardware, the preparation of space flight engines for test.
Including instrumentation, installation on to the test stand, removal post hot fire test, and subsequent engine decontamination activities, etc.
....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £41000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-02-27 12:53:50
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Hot Fire Space Thruster Test Engineer required join a very busy space thruster test facility focusing on Hot Fire Testing programmes.
The ideal candidate will understand space thruster theory particularly the ground test of thrusters for the design and manufacture of liquid propellant and high pressure gas feed systems.
You will have an input to Research and Development and other space propulsion related activities so need to be proficient in analysing and assessing test data including collation and analysis then presentation graphs, tables, etc.
Requirements
Space thruster Knowledge
Understand propellant MIL spec analysis, Military Standard Propellants
Chemical laboratory techniques and processes
Mechanical fitter/practical engineering skills preferably gained from an apprenticeship or from within an engineering related organization.
Responsibilities
Site preparation and maintenance
Fuel and oxidiser handling
Pressure systems
Instrumentation
Control systems
Space thruster theory
Steam boiler operation
Data analysis
Site and system safety ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £48000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-02-27 12:52:47
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Mechanical Fitter required to work as a Space thruster Test Technician supporting Hot Fire Space Propulsion Testing programmes.
The successful application will work with Test Engineers on site preparation, propellant handling, propellant sampling, pressure control systems checks, mechanical and steam vacuum systems, instrumentation calibrations, steam boiler operation also the collation and review of test data.
There will be extensive work on high pressure gas and fluidic systems including interpretation and understanding of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams and the use of electrical and electronic measurement and testing equipment.
You will be working with satellite flight hardware, the preparation of space flight engines for test.
Including instrumentation, installation on to the test stand, removal post hot fire test, and subsequent engine decontamination activities, etc.
....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £40000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-02-27 12:48:39
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Join our leading International Aerospace and Defence company.
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to play a critical role in supporting our current engine development program.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a complex, multifaceted rocket engine system composed of numerous components.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the Design, Verification, and Compliance Matrix at a top level.
Oversee the overall engine system architecture, including:
System-level analysis (FMECAs, radiation, reliability, mechanical, thermal, fluidic, electromagnetic, etc.)
Documentation (Design, Design Justification Document, Software Requirements Specification, Engine Test Plan, etc.)
Collaborate with the Project Manager to plan and organise project tasks and resources.
Support the engine system build, assembly, and test development process by reviewing route cards, build sequences, and integration processes.
Key Requirements:
Master???s degree in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical engineering preferred).
Minimum of 5 years of experience in complex product development within the industry.
Proven track record as a technical leader with clear communication skills, leading large multidisciplinary and multicultural engineering teams.
Understanding of Electrical or Harnessing Design, routing, and schematic.
Proficiency in System Thermal Equipment design and selection.
Knowledge of System Analysis, including but not limited to: Fluidic Analysis, Performance Analysis, Thermal Analysis, Radiation Assessment, Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £50000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-02-27 12:43:30
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The Test Engineer will join a Systems Engineering team critical in space thruster engine development.
You will work on a complex, multifaceted rocket engine system comprised of numerous newly developed and integrated components.
This role has wide ranging technical input including structural, thermal, rocket propulsion, space electronics, software, testing and systems analysis.
In essence as a Senior Systems Engineer, you will coordinate and bring together the diverse sub components and sub assembles into a complete working space engine design.
My client supplies chemical propulsion rocket engines and thrusters serve to key spacecraft manufacturers for commercial, defence and scientific applications.
Requirements
Space systems experience ideally of large European space projects, system primes or ESA.
Technical leadership of large, multidisciplinary Electrical Harnessing Design, routing and schematic Mechanical and fluidic system Engineering projects.
System Analysis knowledge to apply to, fluidic systems, surge pressure and pressure drop.
Performance, Structural, Thermal, Reliability, Radiation Assessment, Hazard or Safety Analysis.
Complex product development experience of thermal design and equipment selection using Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA).
Intelligent, logical approach to problem solving.
Degree, Masters or higher qualification in Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
You will own the overall engine system architecture, analysis and documentation including FMECAs, radiation, reliability, mechanical, thermal, fluidic, electromagnetic, Design, Development and Verification Plan, Design Justification Document, Software Requirements Specification, Engine Test Plan etc.
Working closely with the Project Manager to help plan and organise resources.
Responsibilities
Support propulsion engine build, assembly and test development including route card build sequences and system assembly, integration, Manufacturing and Inspection Flow Charts.
Review, interpret, manage and own the spacecraft requirements then disseminate down to relevant engine subsystem or component teams.
Coordinate of top level Design, Verification and Compliance Matrix.
Internally digest key subsystem and component review documentation ensuring work is completed to required standards and all aspects of the engine system are correctly aligned.
Lead customer interactions and engine level reviews also manage supplier technical queries in conjunction with the appropriate resource. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-02-27 12:40:19
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A rocket engine, space thruster and chemical propulsion design and development client is looking for someone to join their Systems Engineering team.
This is a critical role supporting space satellite propellant and other systems for key spacecraft manufacturers.
You will work closely with the National and European Space Agencies for defence and scientific projects.
Due to continued Engineering team growth, there is an opportunity to join their Systems Engineering team, with training, support and commitment to professional development.
Skills
Mechanical and fluidic system engineering experience.
Ability to communicate effectively to a range of stakeholders, playing a key role in project teams and working closely with customers where needed.
Degree level in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related subject.
Decision Making, take action consistent with facts, constraints, and consequences.
Duties
Perform pressurised propulsion system trade off analysis based on initial, top level inputs.
This is a role which requires flexibility and an ability to meet ambitious and often fluctuating deadlines.
Review and interpret higher level spacecraft requirements generating System Level requirements.
Perform System design including key Electrical, Harnessing Design, routing and schematic components.
Thermal equipment design and selection using System Analysis of Fluidic, Performance, Structural, Thermal, Reliability, Radiation, Hazard, Safety, Failure Modes Effects and Critical FMECA Analysis.
Advise on Manufacturing and Assembly Plan, process and procedures. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Aylesbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £42000 - £48000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2025-02-27 12:38:53
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Catfoss Recruitment Ltd are currently in partnership with a globally respected R&D company that is looking to recruit a Bid Manager on a permanent basis to their expanding team.Reporting to the Head of Commercial, Procurement and BD, you will be responsible for leading the external opportunities through the bid phase ensuring governance compliance, coordinating the key bid deliverables and working with colleagues to support the cost and price build up.This role will provide you work closely with a team consisting of technical SMEs, finance, commercial and procurement to ensure the bid team are focused on the development of compelling, innovative and class leading proposals to meet submission deadlines.Bid Manager - This is a varied and demanding role and it involves a number of duties and responsibilities, Leading all aspects of the planning and execution of the overall bid cycle/governance plan (for bids), Managing bid development and bid submission in a timely and efficient manner, schedules and overseeing key reviews, Defining, tailoring and implementing an appropriate bid process to fit the opportunity, Generating and gaining approval for implementing a realistic bid plan and bid schedule (including resources, budgets, responsibilities and task allocation), Managing the business approval process at all required delegated authority levels, supporting any security and export approvals, Leading the multi-disciplined Bid team and ensuring the entire team is kept appraised of developments in requirements and bid status, on a regular basis., Interacting with bid stakeholders at all appropriate levels and keeping the Senior Leadership Team informed and engaged, including timely escalation of issues needing resolution, Supporting risk and opportunity tracking and management throughout the bid process, Assisting in the ‘Triage process' to capture and co-ordinate opportunities relevant to the group company strategy., Support engagement with Microsoft Dynamics for tracking and managing opportunities across group companies.Bid Manager - Skills and Qualifications, Qualified to Degree standard or equivalent or proven relevant work experience, Relevant Project Management qualifications APM/Prince2 or equivalentBid Manager - What we are looking for in you, Comprehensive knowledge of bid/proposal techniques and best practice, Have comprehensive practical and relevant work experience, Experience of leading complex bids with multiple stakeholders and managing through to submission, Use of Microsoft packages, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Experience within the Defence/Aerospace/Maritime industry is an advantage, Experience of working in a research and development (R&D) or low technology readiness level (TRL) environment., Knowledge of latest bid/proposal best practice in industry and seeks to apply new techniques to their solutions where possible, Some commercial/legal awarenessThe successful candidate must satisfy security clearance requirements - including the last 5 years continual UK residency.Bid Manager previous suitable job titles: Proposals Manager, Proposals Engineer, Sales and Bids Manager, Bid Project Manager etc…Please apply ASAPDue to current high volumes of applications to our advertised jobs, we are unable to respond to every application.
All successful candidates will be contacted as soon as possible. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bedford, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £50000.00 - £55000.00 per annum + DOE +PHealth,Life,Sharesave,Pension
Posted: 2025-02-26 17:56:43
