Outsource UK

About the Company

Outsource UK is one of the country’s largest and most successful independent specialist recruitment agencies, established over 30 years ago. We're a technical recruitment agency that focuses on pioneering a new era of STEM recruitment that tackles talent shortages.

We work with our customers to deliver goals - excelling in candidate sourcing and inclusive talent acquisition. Whether you're looking for a new talent match or considering sourcing the right candidates to fill open roles, we can help. We'll power your business with agile, inclusive, and sustainable workforce solutions.

We have a close-knit team of over 80 specialists UK-wide, many of whom have been with Outsource UK since our earliest days.

As inclusive talent acquisition recruiters, our independence and flexibility allow us to move quickly to create bespoke outsourcing solutions for our clients and find the best positions for hard-to-find jobseekers in technology, change and engineering. With proven inclusion and diversity methodologies built-in, your business can flourish with the right team to take it forward.

• Our Purpose - to eliminate bias, privilege, and inequality in talent engagement
• Our Vision - to pioneer a new era of STEM recruitment that tackles talent shortages
• Our Mission - to power businesses with agile, inclusive and sustainable workforce solutions

Contact Outsource UK today to find out more about how we can help you on 01793 430021 or email info@outsource-uk.co.uk.

Browse our latest vacancies at https://www.outsource-uk.co.uk/job-search

If you are interested in a career at Outsource UK, please don’t hesitate in contacting our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Adham Hussain on 01793 387 296 or emailing AHussain@outsource-uk.co.uk.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Outsource UK

Job Title

Senior Hardware Engineer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Senior Hardware Engineer (Senior Principal) **Role Summary:** Lead the full lifecycle development of digital and/or analogue safety‑critical electronic hardware for advanced aviation and defence systems. Provide technical leadership, drive innovative solutions, ensure compliance with industry standards, and mentor junior engineers while upholding rigorous safety and security practices. **Expectations:** - Deliver complex hardware designs from concept through production. - Innovate digital/analogue solutions that meet performance, cost, schedule, and risk targets. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise overall system performance. - Produce high‑quality engineering artefacts adhering to established standards. - Mentor and develop junior engineering staff. - Champion safe working practices and maintain required security clearances. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead hardware design activities, including requirements analysis, schematic capture, layout, and prototype testing. - Conduct simulation and analysis using tools such as SPICE/Simetrix and MATLAB/Simulink. - Manage design documentation in DOORS or equivalent requirement management systems. - Coordinate with software, mechanical, and systems engineering groups to integrate hardware into larger systems. - Review and approve engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with safety‑critical standards. - Provide technical guidance and training to junior engineers. - Support cost, schedule, and risk assessments throughout the project lifecycle. **Required Skills:** - Strong expertise in digital and/or analogue hardware engineering. - Full‑lifecycle development experience on safety‑critical systems. - Proficiency with Mentor Graphics Expedition (or equivalent PCB design tools). - Experience with SPICE/Simetrix simulation, MATLAB/Simulink modeling, and DOORS requirement management (preferred). - Solid engineering judgement regarding cost, schedule, and risk. - Ability to work cross‑functionally and communicate technical concepts clearly. - Commitment to safety and security protocols; eligible for UK security clearance. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree (or HND) in Electronics Engineering or a closely related field (or equivalent experience). - Relevant professional certifications (e.g., Chartered Engineer) advantageous but not mandatory. - Eligibility for required UK security clearances and residency requirements as stipulated.

Rochester, United kingdom

On site

Senior

21-01-2026

Company Name

Outsource UK

Job Title

Quality Engineer

Job Description

**Job title** Quality Engineer **Role Summary** Drive compliance, continuous improvement, and quality assurance within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Manage audit support, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions to reduce defects and enhance manufacturing performance. **Expectations** - Maintain ISO 9001 compliance and operational quality standards. - Lead and coordinate internal and external audits. - Perform root‑cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and monitor non‑conformance data. - Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to refine QMS processes. - Utilize Lean, 8D, RCA, and Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Enforce compliance with specifications and ISO 9001 standards. 2. Review shop‑floor documentation, drawings, and first‑off approvals. 3. Support internal and external audit activities. 4. Lead root‑cause analysis and corrective action planning. 5. Monitor reject, rework, and RFT data to identify improvement opportunities. 6. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defect rates and improve efficiency. 7. Manage non‑conformance and quality issue resolution. 8. Work with Manufacturing Engineering to enhance QMS processes. **Required Skills** - ISO 9001 internal auditor certification. - Experience in regulated manufacturing (aerospace, automotive, nuclear, medical devices). - Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and technical drawing review skills. - Proficiency with Lean, 8D, RCA, and Six Sigma tools. **Required Education & Certifications** - Engineering qualification (Degree, HNC/HND) or equivalent industry experience. - ISO 9001 Internal Auditor certification.

Glascoed, United kingdom

On site

12-02-2026

Company Name

Outsource UK

Job Title

Cyber Security Analyst

Job Description

Job title: Cyber Security Analyst (Product Security Engineer) Role Summary: Serve as the primary point of contact for product security and information risk within the Product Security Engineering (PSyE) team, ensuring submarine systems are designed, delivered, and supported with robust security throughout their lifecycle in compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations. Expectations: - Minimum of 5 years of experience in information and product security, risk management frameworks, and secure development practices. - Proven track record delivering new IT projects in defence, maritime, or complex engineering environments. - Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills; ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects. - Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to industry best practices. Key Responsibilities: - Provide expert security and risk advice to project teams and stakeholders. - Assess systems and architectures to identify threats, vulnerabilities, and recommend appropriate controls. - Apply recognised risk management methodologies and secure development standards. - Support the creation and implementation of Product Security strategies, policies, and guidance. - Present risk analyses and mitigation recommendations to internal and external audiences. - Manage multiple workstreams, represent Product Security at project and design reviews. - Mentor and support junior engineers within the Product Security team. Required Skills: - In-depth knowledge of information and product security principles and risk management frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, IEC 62443). - Experience applying secure development practices to complex engineering systems. - Strong analytical skills for threat modeling and vulnerability assessment. - Excellent written and verbal communication; stakeholder engagement. - Ability to juggle multiple projects and deliver under tight deadlines. - Commitment to continuous learning and industry best practices. Required Education & Certifications: - Degree (or equivalent) in STEM or Information Security fields, or relevant professional qualification. - CISSP certification (or equivalent) strongly preferred. - Chartered Cyber Professional or eligible for NCSC CCP SIRA accreditation (or ability to achieve). - Membership in a professional engineering or security institution preferred.

Frimley, United kingdom

Hybrid

Mid level

16-02-2026

Company Name

Outsource UK

Job Title

FPGA Electronics Engineer

Job Description

Job title: FPGA Electronics Engineer Role Summary: Senior technical lead responsible for end‑to‑end design, simulation, verification, and integration of digital hardware—especially FPGA‑based subsystems—for advanced radar systems. Expactations: Deliver high‑quality digital designs on schedule; serve as Design Authority and mentor to engineer teams; ensure consistent, standards‑compliant development practices; collaborate across multidisciplinary groups; provide clear technical documentation and support customer acceptance. Key Responsibilities - Define and architect digital sub‑systems with FPGA solutions. - Lead VHDL design, simulation, testing, and integration activities. - Produce and maintain technical documentation for system design. - Oversee verification, design assurance, and system integration tasks. - Contribute to system timing, BITE strategy, and overall radar system design. Required Skills - Strong background in digital design and FPGA development. - Proficiency in VHDL and complex PCB design. - Experience across the full design lifecycle (requirements, architecture, design, verification, integration). - Leadership and mentoring abilities. - Excellent documentation and communication skills. - Familiarity with high‑frequency/radar system environments (preferred). Required Education & Certifications - Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). - Certifications in FPGA design tools (e.g., Xilinx, Altera) or related digital design platforms are advantageous but not mandatory.

Cowes, United kingdom

Hybrid

03-03-2026