220 jobs found in Houghton Regis

Location: Luton (4-5 days per week onsite) Duration: 12 month contract Rate: £79.80ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role details: Our client, a leading defence and aerospace company, are looking for 5 x Engineering Work Package Managers to join them on a contract basis. Within their Integrated Project Team (IPT), you will lead a cross-functional engineering team to deliver a complete, compliant solution that meets customer, contractual, legal, and company requirements, while balancing performance, cost, and schedule. You will 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. The role includes working closely with customers and suppliers, aligning Engineering Plans with project constraints, managing resources, identifying and...

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 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-disciplinary teams across sites Establishing and maintaining good lines of communication internally across the Engineering...

Principal Systems Engineer Luton 12-Month Contract Paying up to £85p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Development of RF system requirements. Assisting engineering domains in design and integration activities. Assisting with requirements definition for integration, qualification, verification, and validation activities Essential: Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics) Experience working in an agile environment and experience across the full engineering lifecycle Knowledge of modelling and analysis using MATLAB and Cameo, Knowledge of the fully systems lifecycle Previous experience working on RF systems OR EW projects within the Aerospace or Defence sector is desirable Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering...

Tooling Design Engineer Ampthill, Bedfordshire Contract (6 months), inside IR35, 37.5h, 4 day working week Monday to Thursday About the Role The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including prototype design & build, development and integration of the build documentation and supporting requirements of full production build. This role will be required to provide technical support to the team in the design, development and implementation of industrial tools, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, performance requirements and ensure legislative compliance is adhered to. A thorough working knowledge of CAD...

We are seeking an Interim Procurement Transformation Manager to lead the development and embedding of category management as part of a wider procurement transformation programme. This role focuses on building category management capability from the ground up, helping stakeholders move from reactive purchasing to a more structured, strategic, category-led approach to managing spend and suppliers. Client Details The organisation is a public sector entity. Description Key responsibilities include: Lead the development and implementation of category management across the organisation Work closely with stakeholders to define, build, and embed category strategies Help structure and categorise spend, building category knowledge and insight Develop and introduce category management templates, tools, and best‑practice frameworks Educate and support stakeholders to understand what category management is, why it matters, and how to apply it Support the handover of category management...

We are looking for an experienced Interim Procurement Transformation Manager to design and implement a contract management function from the ground up. This is a hands-on transformation role embedding contract management structure, strengthening supplier governance, and driving behavioural change. Client Details This role is within a public sector organisation. Description Key responsibilities include: Lead the design and implementation of a contract management framework from scratch Introduce structured approaches such as contract segmentation (Gold / Silver / Bronze) and ensure appropriate management strategies are applied Drive the adoption of category management principles, embedding them across stakeholders Develop and roll out templates, playbooks, and governance frameworks Deliver training and upskilling programmes across procurement and the wider business Support and attend key supplier meetings, improving governance, performance, and commercial outcomes Lead...

Rate: £550 - £650/day (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid Contract Length: 3-6 Months Initial Contract About the Role We are urgently seeking a strategic and operational leader to oversee the Revenues and Benefits service for our dynamic unitary authority. In this pivotal interim role, you will provide expert technical leadership, manage the Collection Fund, and ensure the seamless delivery of Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, and Local Council Tax Support. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Direct and mentor a large multi-disciplinary team, driving performance, compliance, and financial stability across all service areas. Collection Fund Management: Take strategic ownership of billing, collection, and recovery activities for Council Tax and Business Rates. Benefits & Welfare: Oversee the prompt and accurate administration of Housing Benefits, LCTS, and discretionary hardship schemes, ensuring vital support reaches vulnerable residents. Financial...

Aids and Adaptations Surveyor £56.53 per hour (Umbrella Inside IR35) Central Bedfordshire Council 5 month initial contract (with a view to extend)   Role Overview: Manage all referrals for aids and adaptations for council tenants with disabilities, ensuring properties are suitable for necessary adaptations and overseeing the entire process from assessment to completion. You'll collaborate with occupational therapists (OTs), tenants, and contractors to deliver high-quality adaptations while managing budgets and ensuring compliance with regulations.   Key Responsibilities: ·Manage referrals for aids and adaptations for council tenants with disabilities ·Conduct site visits with OTs to assess property suitability for adaptations ·Provide specialist advice on property adaptations ·Collate information for senior management to approve major adaptations ·Refer tenants to the Tenancy Sustainment Team for possible relocation ·Assess potential void properties for adaptation...

Lead Major Incident Manager Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid – minimum 60% onsite) Contract: Initial 6-month contract Rate: £364.65 per day PAYE / £467.08 per day Umbrella IR35: Inside IR35 The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Lead Major Incident Manager to lead the response to critical IT incidents and drive Problem Management activities within a fast-paced Technology & Operations environment. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on maintaining operational stability, minimising service disruption, driving continual service improvement, and delivering high-quality reporting and analysis. Working closely with technical teams and stakeholders, you will play a key role in ensuring service resilience and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities * Lead and coordinate the response to major incidents, ensuring rapid restoration of services and minimal business impact. * Take ownership of complex incidents, providing hands-on leadership and clear...

We are seeking an experienced Interim IT Sourcing Manager to lead complex, high-value sourcing activity across major IT categories. This role is suited to a commercially astute professional with a strong track record of delivering value through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement within a highly regulated environment. Client Details The hiring organisation is a large public sector entity with a focus on infrastructure and services. They operate in a structured environment and are dedicated to optimising procurement and supply chain operations. You will manage end-to-end sourcing activity for multi‑million‑pound opportunities, working collaboratively with senior stakeholders to generate innovation, manage risk, and deliver measurable commercial and contractual value. Description Key responsibilities include: Lead and manage the full sourcing lifecycle from business requirement through to contract signature for medium cost, medium business risk...

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...

Change & Release Manager £475 day rate (Inside IR35), Hybrid working Parity is delighted to partner with our client, a public sector organisation, who are looking to recruit an experienced Change & Release Manager to join a high-profile government services environment. This role is responsible for leading change enablement activities, ensuring effective release coordination, managing service delivery risks, and driving continual service improvement across a complex IT estate. You will act as the process owner for Change Enablement, working closely with customers, technical teams, service managers, and senior stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of services while maintaining compliance with industry and government standards. Key Responsibilities Manage customer expectations and communicate service risks, dependencies, and impacts. Plan, coordinate, and oversee releases and associated interdependencies. Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could affect service...

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...

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Electronics Engineer to join them on an initial 12-month basis. As Electronics Engineer you will join the Calibration & Maintenance Team, to service Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment, including Special to Type Test Equipment. Some of these tasks include fault finding and repair of test equipment, supporting routine calibrations, commissioning of Test Equipment and drift analysis. Role: Electronics Engineer Pay: £32 -£35 per hour via Umbrella Location: Stevenage Contract: 12 months (possible extension) IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: SC Clearence needed however can start on BPSS Skillset/experience required: Minimum qualification: HNC/HND in Electrical & Electronics Engineering. Experience and knowledge in the calibration of test equipment and maintenance of test systems to component level. Able to utilise instructions, handbooks, drawings or specifications to provide technical advice/guidance. Able to use...

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit an Electrical Architect on an initial 6 - month contract. As the Electrical Architect you will be responsible in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support Role: Electrical Architect Pay: £60 - £85 per hour Umbrella Location: Stevenage, Bristol or Bolton Contract: Monday- Friday, 37 Hours per week, 6 Months Contract IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance: SC will be required however can start on BPSS Essential Responsibilities Own the electrical architecture and requirements for missile/launcher systems. Define interfaces between subsystems (ICDs, characteristics, constraints). Build the power architecture (budgets, profiles, distribution). Define data comms/processing architecture and system interconnects. Set EMC, bonding, grounding, screening and signal safety requirements. Support integration, test, compatibility checks, qualification and...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit 2x Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension.  The role will be onsite 4 days per week.  A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).   Rate: £65.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).  Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Job Description: Our ever-evolving team powers the business across Europe and brings the next generation of defence solutions to life. Together we experiment, innovate and create across the full product lifecycle. And, in a collaborative and close-knit culture, we support...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x Embedded Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension.  The role will be onsite 4 days per week.  A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).   Rate: £65.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bolton (depending on your preference) Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).  Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Job Description: We supply a full range of hard real time software solutions for the next generation of missile and defence solutions. This unique and exciting opportunity will allow you to develop technical...

Software Engineer JOB LOCATION: Stevenage SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start DURATION: 12+ Months (Extension Possible) WORK PATTERN: Full Time ONSITE (Compressed Option Available) RATE: £ 65.00 Per hr on Umbrella (Inside IR35) Essential Skillset & Tools * Previous software engineering experience in the development of test solutions * Strong ability to write software in C / C++; scripting languages would be an advantage to our future direction. * Previous experience working in an agile development team. * A good understanding of automation, continuous integration * Knowledge of electronics measurement and debug techniques using equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers Overview: * Technology matters more at MBDA. Our ever-evolving team powers the business across Europe and brings the next generation of defence solutions to life. Together we experiment, innovate and create across the full product lifecycle. And, in a collaborative and...

Software Engineer JOB LOCATION: Stevenage & Bolton SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: SC to Start DURATION: 6+ Months (Extension Possible) WORK PATTERN: Full Time ONSITE (Compressed Option Available) RATE: £ 70.00 Per hr on Umbrella (Inside IR35) TARGET INDUSTRIES AND COMPANIES. Is Defence a must? If not what industries can be considered Open to all industries where skillset is apparent; Def/Aero would be ideal however. Essential Skillset & Tools * C/C++ EXPERIENCE (ADA WOULD BE A DESIRABLE ON TOP OF THIS, BUT NOT ESSENTIAL) * An awareness of developing and deploying software on real-time Operating Systems, Risc-V and ARM-based processing platforms. * Excellent analytical and design ability, including review and critical analysis. * Knowledge of modern software development practices Overview: * The growing workload within MBDA UK has created an exciting opportunity within the Embedded Software team . * We supply a full range of hard real time software...

Electronics Design Engineer 12 Month Contract Based in Stevenage Offering £58ph Inside IR35 Do you have strong experience in Electronic Design? Do you have experience throughout the product lifecycle? 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 Electronics Design Engineer, 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: Developing cutting-edge electronic solutions Responsibility for the quality and performance of the electronic solution together with providing cost and schedule updates to a project manager Electronic design capability throughout the product life cycle Implement technical solutions will range across the Power and Analogue...