Government Jobs in Biggleswade

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Export Control and Compliance Supervisor
We are recruiting on behalf of an international customer with multiple sites world wide.
Today we are looking to recruit for an ITAR/EAR Import Export and licencing specialist to manage a range of services from our base in the UK.
Role will be to provide a seamless import/export service provide licences in a timely and prompt fashion, arrange for the necessary certificates, lead projects, influence key decision makers and ensure timely licence agreements for over seas export needs.
Fully conversant with UK, EU and US regulations is essential.
Contact me for more information, we are...

Live Build Manufacturing Technician :

World class defence organisation based in Henlow, Bedfordshire is currently looking to recruit 2x Live Build Manufacturing Technician's.

You do not need to hold current SC Security Clearance; however you must be eligible to be cleared to this level.

The contract is initially for 6 months (ongoing after).

The hourly rate is £16 per hour.

Live Build Manufacturing Technician Job Description:

The Live Build Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for carrying out manufacturing, test and inspection tasks within the Live Build Facility, in accordance with product...

Role Purpose: The Semi-Skilled Operator will be responsible for the carrying out of Manufacturing, Test and Inspection tasks within the deployed business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and time scales to match project objectives
Accountabilities
Carry out detailed, standard assembly/manufacturing activities, undertaking all work to requisite procedures, quality standards, safety requirements and timescales.
Support to Manufacturing Technicians for testing on products to ensure they meet agreed specifications.
Contribute, as required, in the organisation of the...

Field Service Engineer required on a permanent basis within the Avionics industry. The Field Service Engineer should have knowledge of Aircraft (fixed and Rotary). The Field Service Engineer will be diagnosing integration issues and performing operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. As the Field Service Engineer you must be prepared to work nationally and internationally. The Field Service Engineer must have experience of using test and diagnostic equipment such as Multi-meters, Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators and specialised apparatus.

If this position is of interest to you then please contact Simon on 01923 813...

Field Service Engineer required on a permanent basis within the Avionics industry. The Field Service Engineer should have knowledge of Aircraft (fixed and Rotary). The Field Service Engineer will be diagnosing integration issues and performing operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. As the Field Service Engineer you must be prepared to work nationally and internationally. The Field Service Engineer must have experience of using test and diagnostic equipment such as Multi-meters, Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators and specialised apparatus.

If this position is of interest to you then please contact Simon on 01923 813...

Opportunities for experienced Skilled Sheet Metal Worker to join an expanding company operating within the Aerospace, Energy and General Engineering sectors.
We are looking for a skilled, motivated Sheet Metal Worker with experience of working to fine/tolerances. The role includes bending, cutting, pressing, riveting, marking out, measuring, assembly and stretching.
Ideally you will have a mechanical engineering background with a strong sheet metal/fabrication/ welding knowledge within a production environment (Ideally Aerospace/Medical/Precision Engineering)
The roles are long term positions. Both days and nights shifts are available...

Our client has been providing prototype engineering & low volume production sheet metal services for over 50 years. Due to increase in production, we are now looking to recruit an Experience Project Manager with an engineering background.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for project engineering schedules, forecasts and co-ordinating the technical aspects of projects
Analyse product designs and determine solutions in relation to customers specifications
Prepare technical information for new projects and interpret design, performing calculations for specifications and supporting the engineering process development
Candidates will...

Systems Engineers required for Leading defence client based in Bedfordshire

Salaries: Circa £36,000-45,000 per annum + bonus & excellent benefits

Re-locators are also welcome to apply and my client can offer assistance to those who qualify.

Description of Business Environment:
My client is an established defence contractor with a long history in the UK. The company is currently looking for talented Systems Engineers to join the Systems Engineering team. This opportunity will lead to you becoming part of a dynamic and innovative team working on key technologies.

Required Skills:
Essential Skill

* Good...

Cost Estimator
Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £27,000 to £35,000 plus benefits

My client is one of the world`s leaders in the Defence and Military market. Due to growth within the organisation, they are building a team of Estimators and are looking for someone with good experience they can develop into an established and skilled Cost Estimator.

Estimator required Skills and Experience:
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Experience of cost model development on large/complex proposals
- Pricing, finance or accounting experience
- Team player but able to work independently and pro-actively
- Ability...

My client, one of the largest Defence contractors in the world are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Bedfordshire. The role requires a broad knowledge of Mechanical Design Engineering ideally with the defence sector.

Successful candidates will ideally have experience from large-scale MoD projects or civil projects with similar life cycles, run under prescribed, requirement defined processes.
The role also requires the practical experience of applying that knowledge and offering suggestions and direction to the programme, other specialist engineers and the customer.
Candidates will have drive and be...

My client are currently looking for an experienced Materials Laboratoy Technician to join their modern, well equipped and well established materials laboratory. The ideal candidate will be flexible in their approach to their job and want to add value in a world class driven environment.

The role is a business critical post, providing value for money materials science solutions to our internal and external customers. You will bring subject matter expertise to our business and look to develop yourself into our laboratory lead and the area itself into a world class facility in the years to come.

Experience / Qualifications in the...

Contract Master Planner / Scheduler - Defence

6 months

An urgent requirement for a Contract Planner / Scheduler with proven experience of Defence Programmes has emerged.
The project is a major upgrade to the systems on an AFV (armoured fighting vehicle for the MoD).

Skills:
- Ability to apply sound logic when translating information into a logical sequence of events (planning), which require fully linked dependencies.
- Experience in the maintenance and control of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
-Experience working on complex design and development programmes (preferably MoD or Defence related) and be able...

My client is a global leading defence and aerospace first tier supplier. One the strengths in today's technologically sophisticated global market is to focus on forging sound partnerships and alliances, both in the UK and internationally.

Due to a number of new projects they now have an opening for a Quality Assurance Engineer in the Bedford plant.

The successful candidate will join a small team of Quality Engineers working on a range of design and manufacturing programmes within the Special Projects area. The role will focus on the development of inspection documentation and FAIR's as well as developing the inspection and test...

Prototype Panel Wirer
£25,000 - £27,000
Bedford, Bedfordshire

A leading manufacturer of special purpose machinery is currently looking for an additional Prototype Panel Wirer on a permanent basis to assist them with their current and future projects.

The successful prototype wireman will be responsible for prototype wiring to include soldering & looming to aerospace and defence standards, working from engineering drawings, documentation. The work includes the building and wiring of electrical panels & looms and includes all looming/identifying/crimping and terminating, and designing the PCB tracks ascertaining the wires,...

Contract Systems Integration & Test Engineer

6 months - Amoured Fighting Vehicle Project (AFV)

Standard Job Description:
Plans, implements, tests, documents, and maintains solutions for the integration and testing of in-house developed and COTS/GOTS components, elements, subsystems and/or systems. Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints. Establishes functional and technical specifications and standards, solves hardware/software interface problems, defines input/output parameters and ensures integration of the entire system or...

Systems Engineer

6 months - Amoured Fighting Vehicle Project (AFV)

Specific Job Description:
The role will encompass all aspects of a systems engineering lifecycle across several domains. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in defining and capturing requirements, developing system level designs and seeing work through to verification and validation activities. The successful candidate shall have an understanding of Model Based Systems Engineering and be able to work with Agile development principals.

Required Skills:
Working within a large multi disciplinary engineering team
Experience...

Position Title:Reprographics Operator

Summary of Position

To provide an effective customer-focused service to meet established performance and quality standards.

Accountabilities

1.To ensure that agreed customer requirements are met, using the most effective, efficient and economic methods.
2.To operate copying/duplicating equipment to produce high quality work.
3.To check equipment is operating to full specification before work is undertaken.
4.To carry out various copy finishing services.
5.To complete requisition forms and sign that work has been successfully completed.
6.To be responsible for checking...

** Urgently looking for an experience cleaner - MK41 7LW **

Our client is looking for an experience cleaner to work for our FM client, must have previous experience as a cleaner in commercial/industrial.

Duties will include: General cleaning, vacuuming, dusting, polishing, emptying bins.

This role be working in and around an office environment, so good communication is key.

Hours: Monday to Friday 08.00 -16.30pm

Must have previous experience as a cleaner

COSSH

Must be able to provide two references

Must be able to provide rights to work in th UK

Please apply with up to date CV

Estimator
Job Description

This post includes the following duties and responsibilities: * Understanding, ownership and responsibility for the current cost models * Responsibility for the updating, maintaining and accuracy of all cost model assumptions, risks, issues and calculations * Ensuring the cost model is kept current, complete and aligned to customer requirements * Proactive interaction with other functions to obtain understanding, agreement, ownership, and accuracy and integrity of all model inputs. * Creation of well structure, new cost/bid models as required throughout the bid phase to the appropriate level of detail...

Programme Manager

The Programme Manager will direct all phases of programs from inception through completion. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract.