153 jobs found in Milton Keynes

Senior Citrix Infrastructure Engineer Milton Keynes £550 - £600pd DOE (Inside IR35) 6 month initial contract Ideally DV Cleared (Need to be eligible if not) My central Government client is looking for an experienced Citrix SME to be responsible for the stability, performance and ongoing support of secure Citrix virtual applications and desktop environment. You will be operating within a highly regulated setting, and the role will focus on maintaining reliable end‑user access to critical services while ensuring platform resilience and security. You will provide expert troubleshooting, support platform improvements, and contribute to operational documentation and knowledge transfer. The role requires strong hands‑on Citrix experience and the ability to work effectively in a controlled, service‑managed environment. Experience Required: * Extensive experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops * Design, build, upgrade and support of Citrix environments * Performance...

Project Coordinator / PMO Analyst (Contract) £300-£350/day (Inside IR35) Milton Keynes - Hybrid (circa 2 days per week onsite) 6-Month Contract We're supporting an established insurance organisation looking for a Project Coordinator / PMO Support Contractor to join their growing Portfolio function on an initial 6-month contract. This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being at the centre of project delivery. We're looking for a proactive, energetic individual who can take ownership, chase actions, engage stakeholders, and help keep multiple initiatives moving forward. The Role You'll act as the operational backbone of a busy portfolio, supporting project and programme delivery through effective coordination, governance, and stakeholder management. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll help ensure key activities remain on track and delivery teams have the support they need to succeed. Key Responsibilities: Stakeholder...

DV Cleared Duty Manager - Command Centre Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes Working Arrangement: Onsite Rate: £600-£650 per day, Inside IR35 Contract: 3 years Clearance: Developed Vetting (DV) - Essential The Role We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Duty Manager to join a high-profile government Command Centre capability based at Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes. The Duty Manager will act as the senior operational authority and primary point of contact for the Command Centre during their shift, providing command and control across a broad range of operational capabilities, including Cyber/SOC, NOC, Infrastructure, Service Management and Physical Security. This is not a SOC Manager, Cyber Operations Manager or hands-on technical engineering position. The successful candidate will sit across multiple specialist teams, maintaining the overall operational picture, understanding business impact, setting priorities, coordinating responses and managing escalation. Key...

DV Cleared Security Manager - Command Centre Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes Working Arrangement: Onsite Rate: £600-£650 per day, Inside IR35 Contract: 3 years Clearance: Developed Vetting (DV) - Essential The Role We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Security Manager to join a high-profile government Command Centre capability based at Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes. The Security Manager will act as the senior operational authority and primary point of contact for the Command Centre during their shift, providing command and control across a broad range of operational capabilities, including Cyber/SOC, NOC, Infrastructure, Service Management and Physical Security. This is not a SOC Manager, Cyber Operations Manager or hands-on technical engineering position. The successful candidate will sit across multiple specialist teams, maintaining the overall operational picture, understanding business impact, setting priorities, coordinating responses and managing escalation....

DV Cleared Duty Manager - Command Centre Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes Working Arrangement: Onsite Rate: £550-£650 per day, Inside IR35 Contract: 3 years Clearance: Developed Vetting (DV) - Essential The Role We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Duty Manager to join a high-profile government Command Centre capability based at Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes. The Duty Manager will act as the senior operational authority and primary point of contact for the Command Centre during their shift, providing command and control across a broad range of operational capabilities, including Cyber/SOC, NOC, Infrastructure, Service Management and Physical Security. This is not a SOC Manager, Cyber Operations Manager or hands-on technical engineering position. The successful candidate will sit across multiple specialist teams, maintaining the overall operational picture, understanding business impact, setting priorities, coordinating responses and managing escalation. Key...

Technical Architect (UKVI & Proviso) Contract: 6 months Day Rate: £591.50 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Milton Keynes Working Pattern: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite Overview We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect to support a major government organisation in the delivery and ongoing management of critical national security capabilities. This role will involve working closely with customers, engineering teams, development teams and senior stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery, design and evolution of key technology solutions. The successful candidate will act as the technical authority across the environment, providing architecture leadership, governance, design oversight and stakeholder engagement for a business-critical product. This is an excellent opportunity for an architect who enjoys working in complex, secure environments and can bridge the gap between business requirements and technical delivery while maintaining strong relationships with...

Job Description: Paint Sprayer on Rolling Stock Vehicles Position: Paint Sprayer Location: Milton Keynes Rate: £28.54 per hour on Earlies/Afters or £32.58 per hour on Nights (Role is Inside IR35)  Hours: Earlies: 06:00-16:00 / Afters: 12:00-22:00 / Nights: 22:00-06:00 Summary: A Paint Sprayer is responsible for applying paint and other finishes to vehicles, Vehicle components, machinery, equipment, and various surfaces using spray guns. This role involves ensuring a high-quality finish, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. Key Responsibilities: - Surface Preparation: - Cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces prior to painting. - Ensuring surfaces are properly primed and free of defects before application. Painting and Finishing: - Mixing paints to achieve desired colours and consistencies. - Applying paint, varnish, or other finishes using spray guns or other applicators. - Achieving uniform coverage and thickness according to...

Location: Milton Keynes Rate: £400–£500 per day – Inside IR35 Contract: Temporary to Permanent Permanent Salary: £50,000–£55,000 Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off – 12-hour shifts, 2 days followed by 2 nights We are recruiting an experienced Thermal Plant Operator to join a complex Energy from Waste facility in Milton Keynes. This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for an experienced plant operator with a strong background in Energy from Waste, combustion, boiler operations or complex power generation. Previous gasification experience is not essential. We are particularly interested in operators who have successfully worked within an Energy from Waste facility or complex power plant and are confident operating plant during steady-state conditions, start-up, shutdown and emergency situations. ## Key Responsibilities Safely and efficiently operate the thermal treatment plant. Monitor plant performance and respond effectively to operational issues. Ensure compliance with...

Senior Infrastructure Engineer | Citrix SME 📍 Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes (On-site) 📅 6 Month Contract 💷 £468.98 per day PAYE | £620.36 per day Umbrella Inside IR35 We're currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer (Citrix) to join a highly secure Government programme supporting critical enterprise infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Citrix specialist to work within a skilled engineering team, supporting complex virtual desktop environments and delivering both BAU support and infrastructure improvement projects. The Role As the Senior Citrix Infrastructure Engineer, you'll play a key role in ensuring the stability, security and performance of enterprise Citrix platforms operating within a highly regulated environment. Responsibilities will include: * Supporting and maintaining enterprise Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops environments * Designing, building, upgrading and optimising Citrix infrastructure *...

We're looking for talented Systems Engineers to support a major defence engineering programme focused on complex, software intensive systems and advanced platform integration. If you thrive in high integrity environments and enjoy solving multi-faceted technical challenges, this contract offers a compelling opportunity. Location Ampthill, Bedfordshire On-site presence required Contract Details Duration: 12 months Hours: 37.5 per week Working Pattern: 4?day week (Mon-Thurs) with flexible arrangements Rate: Competitive per hour (Inside IR35) Clearance: BPSS to start; SC required later Eligibility: Sole UK nationals only (due to programme requirements) Role Overview You'll join a growing engineering function supporting multiple business areas, including platform systems and special projects. These roles are driven by increased demand across complex system integration activities, including work on next generation turreted systems and other mission critical capabilities. You'll...

Data Analyst 6 months Contract (Extendable) Northampton - Hybrid (3 Days onsite) £350pd Inside IR35 Key Requirements: * Strong experience as a Data Analyst * Experience working in Risk domain/projects * Strong SQL and data analysis skills * Experience with data reporting and stakeholder management * Ability to analyse, validate, and interpret complex datasets * Banking/Financial Services experience preferred * Strong communication and analytical skills

A reputable defence organisation are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to support on important bid and commercial activities within their growing Electronic Warfare (EW) Division. Role: Contracts Manager Duration: 6-month contract Pay: Up to £60 p/hr (Inside IR35) Location: Luton (Hybrid)You'll play a pivotal role in managing high-value contracts, leading commercial negotiations, supporting business-winning activities, and shaping commercial strategy across key programmes and bids. Key Responsibilities: Leading contract negotiations with UK and international customers Managing the drafting, review and administration of complex contractual terms and conditions Developing and implementing commercial strategies that deliver the best outcomes. Supporting business-winning activities, proposals and bid submissions Producing compliant customer pricing and commercial submissions Managing contract performance, change control and commercial risk Drafting and reviewing:...

Quality Engineer Luton 6-Month Contract Paying up to £37p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Act as the Quality focal point for in-service and returns material activities Support investigation and resolution of non-conformances, including root cause analysis and corrective actions Review and approve quality documentation related to returns, concessions, and repair activities Ensure effective traceability and configuration control of returned and unserviceable items Interface with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations) and external suppliers Ensure compliance with AS9100, Quality Management System, and customer contractual requirements Contribute to continuous improvement activities across in-service quality processes Deliver compliant products in a timely manner, meeting all cost and safety requirements Provide reports and supporting data to the Programme, Project, and functional teams Required Experience Further education and/or experience in...

Work Package Manager Luton 12-Month Contract Paying up to £80p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you'll be required to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK security clearance Overview: As the Engineering Work Package Manager, you will be required to define and structure the project?s Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), plan and schedule engineering activities, and provide regular progress reports. You will also establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure efficiency and effectiveness, using these to monitor and improve engineering performance. Key Responsibilities Lead the engineering side of projects Providing teams with clear expectations of the engineering outcomes Ensuring teams operate consistently within the Policies & Procedures and foster the improvement goals defined by the Engineering Function Manage multi-discipline teams across sites Establishing and maintaining good lines of communication internally across the...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a number of Mechanical Systems Engineer / Architects on an initial 6 month contract.  The department can have the role based from either the Stevenage, Bristol or Bolton sites.   This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Systems Engineer, Mechanical Architect or has experience of Mechanical Systems Architecture.  A defence / aerospace background is ideal but not essential. DOORS experience would be great.    Rate: £60.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage, Bolton or Bristol depending on your preference Hybrid / Remote working: 3-4 days onsite needed. Will be 5 days onsite to begin with due to training needs Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage (the role can be a split of working Onsite and Working From Home) is currently looking to recruit a number of Electronics Design Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract.    Electronic Design Engineers with excellent skills in Analogue Design or Digital Design or Power Design or FPGA are sought after.    Job Title: Electronics Design Engineer Rate: £58 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: This role will involve some remote working opportunities Contract: 37 Hours per week Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Electronics Design Engineer Job Description: The Electronic Engineering function is a friendly and supportive environment. Within the function, you will be working with other engineers who have a collective wealth of...

Our client has an opportunity for a RF Engineer to join them on a contract basis for 6 months with possible extension. You will be designing complex, real-time simulations that surround real hardware. Role: RF Engineer Location: Stevenage, 4 days onsite per week Hours: 37 per week Hourly Rate: £65-£75 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS required before starting, full SC to follow What you'll be doing: As a HWIL RF engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing and maintaining new and existing RF equipment and working with multi-disciplinary teams to combine RF, electronics engineering and software development to produce new capabilities that enable the HWIL team to run new simulations. You will be able to adapt to new engineering situations and be comfortable in abstracting detail in order to understand the simulation and missile's behaviour What you'll be doing: Broad engineering experience with deeper experience in some of the following...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Materials and Process Laboratory Technician  subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.   Job Title:  Materials and Process Laboratory Technician Rate: £33.56 per hour Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: 4 days onsite / 1 day from home 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)   Materials and Process Laboratory Technician Job Description:   Understanding the technology of Materials and their related use and manufacturing processes is a key part of ensuring that our products meet our demanding technical, cost and reliability requirements. The Material team consists of a federated UK/Fr integrated team based in Mechanical Engineering, operating with a common process set and links to the...

Materials Laboratory Technician 6 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £33.56ph Inside IR35 Do you have hands-on practical laboratory experience? Do you have proficiency in lab and data analytical software such as Excel, MATLAB, etc.? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answers are yes to these, then this could be the role for you! As the Materials Laboratory Technician, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry! You will be involved in: Wide-ranging testing and assessment of materials including metallic materials (aluminium, steels, titanium) and non-metallic materials including composites, polymers, paints, adhesives, and related processes Preparation of test reports, interpretation of Engineering drawings and...

MATERIALS AND PROCESS LABORATORY TECHNICIAN - 3682-1 Initial 6-month contract (likely to be extended) Stevenage - 4 days onsite per week £33.56ph, UMB inside IR35 Please note, SC level Security Clearance must be in place prior to starting this position. Overview of department: Understanding the technology of Materials and their related use and manufacturing processes is a key part of ensuring that our products meet our demanding technical, cost and reliability requirements. The Material team consists of a federated UK/Fr integrated team based in Mechanical Engineering, operating with a common process set and links to the other materials teams across the business. We have a wide range of test facilities and specialist knowledge within materials used across the business. The Materials group can provide expertise, support and advice, including details of the laboratory facilities and contacts at our sites across the UK and France. We achieve this by: Technical Guidance and...