18 jobs found in Melksham

Network Engineer - DV cleared + 6 months + + Hybrid from MOD Corsham + DV cleared role + Inside IR35 + £500 - £550 a day Skills: +Cisco +DV clearance +MOD We are looking for a DV Cleared Network Engineer to join a Special Projects team on a long-term engagement. Role Overview Deliver and support secure communications and network systems within a specialist environment. Work across network and systems engineering, supporting design, build, configuration, and troubleshooting activities. Contribute to long-running, mission-critical projects with a strong operational focus. Skills & Experience Strong Network and Systems Engineering background. Proven experience with communications systems. Cisco networking expertise (routing, switching, comms-focused environments). MOD experience Security Clearance DV clearance is mandatory (must be current)

Senior Salesforce Test Engineer Contract | Remote (Occasional Swindon Travel) | Inside IR35 Service Care Solutions are seeking an experienced Senior Salesforce Test Engineer to support a major digital programme for our client. This role will focus on delivering high-quality Salesforce platform testing across enterprise-scale applications within an Agile/DevOps environment. Key Responsibilities Lead functional, integration, exploratory and automation testing activities Build and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright and BDD/Cucumber Perform API testing using Postman/Rest Assured Manage regression testing, defect tracking and release activities Collaborate with developers, analysts and stakeholders to improve quality and test coverage Support UAT, stakeholder demos and continuous improvement initiativesEssential Skills & Experience Strong Salesforce/SFDC testing experience Salesforce Admin 201 certification or equivalent project exposure Experience with...

Job Title: Naval Architect Rate: Negotiable via Umbrella (Inside IR35) Location: Bristol Contract Length: 6 Months Role purpose We are looking for people with a good background understanding of Naval Architecture to join our technical team. The focus of the role is to provide Naval Architecture related advice and guidance to customers within the defence industry. The specific areas of interest include assessing surface ships and submarines to assess their performance in manoeuvring and control, dynamic stability, quasi-static stability, seakeeping, resistance and propulsion. The work will include use of industry standard and bespoke numerical simulation tools. The role requires presenting work in internal and external forums, including conferences and in customer meetings. Participation in business support activities will also be required including bidding and planning activities through the provision of task estimates and breakdowns of task descriptions. The key...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer who comes from a strong Defence or Aerospace background has strong Creo / PRO-E skills.         Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bristol – depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 4 days a week likely onsite (likely could be lower on a week by week basis; depending on work). 1 day remote. (flexible on start and finish time). A compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday) a possibility. Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Verification and Validation Systems Engineering Specialist subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  Rate: £85.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a hybrid role of on average 2 days per week onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) V&V Systems Engineering Specialist Job Description: The Test & Evaluation team are looking for a V&V Systems Engineering Specialist to operate with a high-level of technical responsibility for the entire lifecycle of our product, ranging from design and development to qualification and deployment. A specialist will bridge the gap between design and production, ensuring that complex,...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination ( Systems Engineer Manager ) subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.    This position would suit a candite from the Defence / Aerospace industries and from a Systems Engineering Management background.   Rate: £80.00 per hour Location: Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton, depending on your preference.  Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite (the department can offer a compressed 4 day week of Monday to Thursday) Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: 1 stage video interview Head of FCAS Systems Design Co-Ordination Job Description:   FCAS is one of the largest, most exciting and challenging programmes within Defence – to design and deliver a Future...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit 2x Integration and System Validation Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.     The role would suit a candidate with the below experience: Network systems and protocols, experience of switch and router configuration and management Fault finding and route cause analysis at subsystem integration level Doors/ETM would be desirable Rate: £70.00 per hour Location: Bristol Hybrid / Remote working: 3-5 days on site; rest remote; lab-based position Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)                                                                                                                                           Interview Process: One stage Video Interview Integration and System Validation Engineer Job...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bristol is currently looking to recruit a Systems Performance Modelling Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.  Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference. The role can be worked on a 4 day week basis (Monday to Thursday) but due to the nature of the work, the position will need to be based onsite.     This role would be suitable for a Simulation and Modelling Engineer (Matlab / Simulink) ideally from the defence or aerospace industry.   Rate: £80.00 per hour Location: Your base site can be either Stevenage or Bristol, depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: The role will based onsite.  A compressed 4-Day week of Monday to Thursday is possible Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. Job Title:  Mechanical Design Engineer Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bristol (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: 4 days a week likely onsite (likely could be lower on a week by week basis; depending on work). 1 day remote. (flexible on start and finish time). A compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday) a possibility. Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description: An opportunity to become part of Europe’s No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will work closely with other functional teams, to develop products to meet our customer’s needs. Within this role...

MERITUS are recruiting for an Aerospace Project Manager to join our client in Filton to support Manufacturing & Supply chain projects in an initial 6 month contract. AEROSPACE PROJECT MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £45 PER HOUIR - 6 MONTHS - FILTON (60% ONSITE) - SECTOR: AVIATION/AEROSPACE - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS MERITUS are supporting a leading aerospace manufacturing organisation in the search for an experienced Programme & Supply Chain Project Lead to support strategic manufacturing and supplier delivery initiatives across a major aircraft programme. This role will focus on driving cross-functional coordination across procurement, engineering, quality and supply chain teams to support programme delivery, supplier performance and industrial risk mitigation across a complex manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Programme Strategy & Delivery Support the development and deployment of programme strategy in line with wider business objectives Coordinate...

Fluid Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Filton (Hybrid / On‑site) Contract: Initially 12‑month contract (Inside IR35) Working pattern: 35 hours per week | Flexible working across 4.5 days Rate: £37.38 per hour PAYE / £50.00 per hour Umbrella Shape the future of sustainable aviation Guidant Global is partnering with Airbus to recruit an experienced Fluid Mechanical Design Engineer to support a cutting‑edge Research & Technology programme focused on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Based at the Airbus Test Centre in Filton, you'll take a technical lead role in the design, build and commissioning of a complex fluid mechanical test rig, working at the forefront of innovation in aerospace sustainability. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys end‑to‑end project ownership, hands‑on technical problem‑solving, and collaboration within a highly skilled, multidisciplinary environment. What you'll be doing As a key technical lead within the Test Means...

We are currently looking for a First Article Inspector for a 6 month contract based in Brockworth, Gloucester. Key Responsibilities: Perform First Article Inspections (FAI): Conduct dimensional and visual inspections of propeller assemblies and components using precision measurement tools. Verify compliance with engineering drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements. Responsibilities/Requirements: Previous experience in FAIR review / sign-off Working knowledge of AS9102 Specification Relative commodity experience (mechanical is priority) Inspection techniques Reading drawings writing Root Cause and Corrective Action Request Understanding of AS9100, ISO 9001 and AS9102 Standards Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports in accordance with AS9102 FAI documentation. Ensure proper traceability of materials and components. Identify, document & address non-conformances, collaborating with engineering and...

Software Verification Engineer Locations: Cheltenham Duration: 12 months initially Rate: Negotiable on experience (Inside IR35) Key Activities Software Verification mainly in the High-Level Requirement areaEssential Responsibilities HLR/Systems Test Development skills for DAL A projects Experience with STRS (Systems Test tool) or alike Self-motivated team player DOORS skillsQualifications / Requirements Demonstrated software verification activities in safety critical high DAL projectsDesired Characteristics Some Displays background Awareness of verification Standards Some MBD knowledge EWM experience

Electrical Technician – Abingdon - £30-45phr An Electrical Technician is required ASAP on a long-term contract basis (inside IR35) for a growing and interesting company in the Abingdon area. The Electrical Technician will be responsible for * Electrical installation * Commissioning * Panel wiring * Rack building and wiring * Electrical machine installation The ideal Electrical Technician will have: * Electrical qualification * LV electrical experience * Industrial biased experience – manufacturing, special purpose machinery process, energy etc. * PLC Controls and Instrumentation knowledge desirable In return the Electrical Technician will get the opportunity to join a well-established company offering very interesting work, and long term contract opportunities. If you’re an Electrical Technician with previous installation and commissioning experience, apply now to find out more

Commissioning Technician (Mechanical) - AWE Project | Contract Opportunity AWE Site £49/hour Inside IR35 £100/day Accommodation Allowance 11-Day Fortnight SC Clearance Preferred Are you an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Technician looking to work on one of the UK's most high-profile and technically complex projects? We're supporting the delivery of the MENSA project at AWE and are looking for skilled Commissioning Technicians to join the team on a long-term contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a major nuclear infrastructure programme where safety, quality and technical excellence are at the heart of everything. The Role Reporting directly to the Commissioning Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting commissioning activities across installation, testing, commissioning and handover phases of the project lifecycle. You'll be responsible for: Executing mechanical commissioning tests safely and to schedule Completing commissioning...

Quality Engineer 6 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Tewkesbury Aerospace / Production / Manufacturing £40-£50 hr (DOE) The Role - Quality Engineer We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join our client’s team at their state-of-the-art facility based in Tewkesbury on a contract basis. Our client design and manufacture complex mechanical products for global application in the aerospace and defence sectors. Key deliverables of this position will centre around Production or Manufacturing Quality specifically. Duties - Quality Engineer Defect investigations / root cause analysis / 8D Investigations  Corrective action / improvement introduction Responsibility for day to day Quality Assurance activities Quality systems maintenance and improvement, where required. Support the planning and delivery of quality activities. Investigate non-conformances and support root cause analysis and corrective actions Contribute to continuous improvement activities...

Our client has an opportunity for an Electrical Test Operations Engineer to join them on a contract role for 6 months with possible extension. You will be Executing electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches and flight spacecraft in accordance with Work Orders, test procedures and processes. Role: Electrical Test Operations Engineer Location: Oxford Hours: Shift work Monday to Sunday - either rotating double day shifts or rotating Early, late ,nights depending on project need. There may be periods of flexible shift depending on project phases. Clearance: SC required before Hourly Rate: £37 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 + a 20% shift uplift when working on shift What you'll be doing: Execution of Electrical and Functional test procedures on Engineering test benches and flight spacecraft. Use of the Central Checkout System (CCS), Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) and Spacecraft Check Out Equipment (SCOE) to support the test activities....

AIT Electrical Test Operations Engineer Location: Oxford Contract: 6 Months Rate: £37/hr Umbrella Inside IR35 (£27.66 PAYE) Shift Uplift: Up to 20% depending on pattern Clearance: UK National Eyes Only Work Pattern: On‑site, shift work including weekends Parking: Free parking available (15‑minute walk from site) Role Summary The AIT Electrical Test Operations Engineer plays a central role in the electrical testing and validation of spacecraft. This position supports the full test lifecycle, from engineering bench testing through to flight spacecraft verification, ensuring mission‑critical systems perform flawlessly before launch. The engineer operates within a high‑tech cleanroom environment, executing complex test procedures, supporting integration activities, and contributing to the success of major space programmes. Key Responsibilities Executes electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches and flight spacecraft Operates Central Checkout...