defence technology engineer jobs in Southampton

You will be the key point of contact for our clients and play a critical role in strengthening relationships, driving business growth, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

You will report directly to our Director of International Business Development.

Title: Co-Founder / Fractional Chief Technology Officer Location: Remote (UK / EU only) Salary: Equity only (to start) - with vesting period Platform: AI-Native Talent Intelligence Platform Stage: Early product (working demo MVP) with live AWS infrastructure and AI workflows in place The Role We are recruiting for our sister business 'hdhnt', this is an AI-native Talent Acquisition platform...

You will be responsible for managing and expanding a portfolio of key enterprise clients.

You will own the end-to-end sales cycle, from opportunity identification and solution positioning to contract negotiation and post-sale handoff, while collaborating closely with internal partners including Solution Executives, Solution Engineers, Professional Services, and Customer Success.

Teqconnect are on the lookout for a CTO to join our client, they are a one-stop shop for customers who want to enhance their business with proven, up-to-date solutions based on conversational AI and technologies beyond it: LLMs, NLP, Speechtech. Their team brings huge cutting-edge, specialized expertise in Natural Language Processing and Speech Technologies. We are looking for a CTO with a...

Senior Systems Engineer Salary: £55,000 - £80,000 Location: Southampton Sector: Defence and National Security A leading defence and national security consultancy is seeking Senior Systems Engineers to provide technical leadership in the design and delivery of innovative and effective solutions in the domains of Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT), RF communication and sensors. Specific...

Senior Mechanical Marine Engineer Southampton £50,000 - £65,000 + Hybrid Working + Career Progression + Bonus + Private Medical + 15% Pension + 26 Days Holiday + Stability + Life insurance + Private Medical + Holidays Secure your next career move as a Senior Mechanical Marine Engineer with a leading marine engineering consultancy working on high-value superyacht and complex vessel projects....

Job Description We're looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join a high-performing product design team developing complex embedded control and sensing systems. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of full project lifecycles from requirements capture and concept development to implementation, verification and on-site integration. You'll work closely with...

Job Description Transducer Engineer Underwater Acoustics We are seeking an experienced and motivated Transducer Engineer to join an Electromechanical Design team working at the forefront of underwater acoustics technology. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to lead continuous, data-driven improvement across transducer systems used in demanding global applications. This...

Copello have partnered with an established Defence Engineering business in the recruitment of a Senior Systems Engineer. This role focuses on the design and delivery of advanced systems in areas such as resilient navigation, RF communications and sensor-based technologies used in challenging operational environments. What you’ll be doing: - Leading system design across the full lifecycle, from...

Job Title: Logistics Software Engineer Location: Havant – 1 day a week onsite Salary: Up to £60,000 Contract Type: Fixed Term – 12 Months Join Our Team as a Logistics Software Engineer and Drive Software Engineering to New Heights! Are you a meticulous Software Engineer with a passion for precision and excellence? Are you ready to play a pivotal role in ensuring top-tier standards in a...

You will need to be: - Committed - We're seeking people who are committed to personal development and a new career in Systems Engineering. - Keen to Develop - No matter how good our development programme is, it will require pro-active learning within your role; the faster you learn, the more accelerated your development will be.

Job Description Systems Engineer Location: Whiteley/Hybrid/Occasional travel to site will be required Clearance Requirements:Current SC clearance, or the ability to gain SC clearance. We are recruiting a systems engineer to support the development of an ATM system. This is an opportunity to work on an exciting programme delivering critical services and infrastructure key to the future of UK...

Job Description Role: Structural Engineer Location: Gosport Duration: 6 months Inside IR35: Umbrella About our Client: Our client is a leading company in defence and aerospace technology, specializing in cutting-edge research, testing, and innovation across multiple sectors. They are known for their state-of-the-art facilities and highly skilled workforce, making them a key player in...

Job Description Sonardyne is seeking an experienced and driven Transducer Engineer to join our Electromechanical Design Group. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to lead continuous, data-driven improvements across our transducer systems and ensure world-class acoustic performance and reliability. With over 50 years of innovation in underwater acoustics, Sonardyne operates at...

You will need to be eligible to attain SC Clearance

You will join a leading defence and national security technology consultancy and drive the optimisation of key and supporting manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, reduce cost and improve lead times and quality. Key Responsibilities

Job Description Thomas Search are delighted to be partnering with a leading defence research & development organisation who is looking for a Principal Systems Engineering Team Leader in Hampshire. This is an exciting leadership opportunity to work across ground-breaking innovations and be part of a growing professional community. The Role As a Principal Systems Engineer you will lead a team of...

Job Description Introduction Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real...

You will be part of their customers Design Authority, taking responsibility for all aspects of engineering process, governance, technology and strategy.

Job Description Lead Subsea Acoustics Engineer Near Farnborough £Competitive + Bonus + Great Benefits Were seeking an innovative Lead or Principal Engineer to guide the development of next-generation underwater positioning and communication systems. This is a high-impact technical leadership role at the intersection of acoustics, embedded systems, and subsea engineering delivering reliable,...

You will work autonomously day-to-day, while also being an active member of the team. Your responsibilities will include: - Development of novel antennas and related systems for civil and defence applications - Electromagnetic (EM) modelling of complex EM interactions on internal and external programmes