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Defence Jobs - Land Systems

Average Salary

£43k

Range: £32k - £75k

Clearance Profile

  • SC
    79%
  • BPSS
    21%

Work Style

87% Onsite
11% Hybrid
2% Remote

Top Employers

The land domain in defence focuses on equipping the army and ground forces with the vehicles, weapons, and technology they need to operate in highly contested environments. This ranges from main battle tanks (like the Challenger 3 upgrade) and armoured fighting vehicles (like Ajax and Boxer) to dismounted soldier systems and tactical communications.

Working in land systems often involves heavy engineering, automotive expertise, survivability testing, and integrating modern digital architecture into ruggedised platforms.

Major Employers

Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL), General Dynamics Land Systems, Babcock, and MBDA (for land-based missile systems) are prominent employers in the UK land sector.

Live Roles in Land Systems

Showing 55 active opportunities.

Showing 55 of 55 active roles

Driver

Babcock International
Competitive

Join Babcock as a Transport Driver at our Minley site, playing a vital role in supporting the Royal School of Military Engineering (RSME) contract by moving personnel and equipment. This hands-on position offers valuable experience and contributes directly to national defence training.

BPSS Camberley, UK onsite FULL TIME 30 Sept 2026

Senior Electronics Engineer

QinetiQ
£50,625 – 56,250

Join QinetiQ as a Senior Electronics Engineer at the BUTEC sites in Kyle of Lochalsh and Applecross, leading the development and maintenance of cutting-edge maritime range instrumentation and underwater systems.

SC Kyle of Lochalsh, UK onsite FULL TIME 29 Sept 2026

Embedded Software Engineer FCS & FMS (f/m/d)

Airbus
Competitive

Join Airbus Defence and Space as an Embedded Software Engineer in Manching, developing safety-critical real-time software for manned and unmanned air vehicles. This role offers a dynamic, international environment with excellent development prospects.

BPSS Manching, DE onsite FULL TIME 29 Sept 2026

Internship within Aerodynamic Machine Learning (d/f/m)

Airbus
€750/mo

Join Airbus Operations as an Intern in Aerodynamic Machine Learning, supporting the Loads & Aeroelastics department. This 6-month internship offers hands-on experience in developing and optimizing aircraft designs using cutting-edge technology.

BPSS Hamburg, DE onsite FULL TIME 29 Sept 2026

Lightning Direct Effects Engineering Placement (12.5 months)

Airbus
£24,246

Join Airbus as an undergraduate intern in the Electro Magnetic Hazards group, contributing to aircraft protection against lightning strikes and electrostatic discharge. This 12.5-month role offers a unique opportunity to develop technical and behavioral competencies within a specialized, transnational engineering team.

BPSS Bristol, UK onsite FULL TIME 29 Sept 2026

Driver and Ground Handler

Babcock International
Competitive

Join Babcock as a Driver and Ground Handler at RAF Benson, Oxfordshire, operating a variety of vehicles to transport personnel and equipment safely and punctually. This full-time, permanent role offers a supportive team environment and shifts that provide a good work-life balance.

BPSS Oxford, UK onsite FULL TIME 26 Sept 2026

Vehicle Maintenance Operative

Babcock International
£27,471

Join Babcock as a Vehicle Maintenance Operative in Wareham, Dorset, playing a vital role in maintaining and operating Armoured Fighting Vehicles and specialist platforms. This full-time, permanent position offers a challenging and impactful career in a secure environment.

SC Wareham, UK onsite FULL TIME 26 Sept 2026

Welding Engineer

BAE Systems
£54,490+

Join BAE Systems as a Welding Engineer in Sheffield, playing a critical role in advanced manufacturing for national defence programmes. Contribute to quality, safety, and compliance while driving innovation and continuous improvement.

BPSS Sheffield, UK onsite FULL TIME 26 Sept 2026

Buyer - Direct Purchasing

Rheinmetall
Competitive

Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions UK Ltd is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their Procurement team in Telford, Shropshire, playing a key role in sourcing essential materials and services for military large-calibre weapon systems.

BPSS Telford, UK onsite FULL TIME 25 Sept 2026

Principal Software Engineer

Rolls-Royce
Competitive

Join Rolls-Royce as a Principal Software Engineer in Heybridge, UK, to design, validate, and test software components for world-class solutions. This role is key to ensuring the on-time delivery and quality of software systems.

BPSS Unknown, UK onsite FULL TIME 25 Sept 2026

Mobile Repair Technician

Babcock International
Competitive

Join Babcock as a Mobile Repair Technician in Ruislip, West London, playing a vital role in maintaining the London Fire Brigade's emergency fleet to ensure public safety across Greater London.

BPSS London, UK onsite FULL TIME 25 Sept 2026

Commercial Manager

BAE Systems
£60,000+

Lead commercial activities for the Next Generation Munitions Solution (NGMS) contract at BAE Systems. This pivotal role involves day-to-day commercial decision-making for Land UK, driving collaboration, and ensuring effective contract delivery within a multi-billion-pound defence project.

BPSS Glascoed, UK onsite FULL TIME 25 Sept 2026

Training and Competency Manager

Babcock International
Competitive

Shape the future skills of a growing engineering workforce as a Training and Competency Manager at Babcock's Walsall site. Lead a new function to develop workforce capability and design a long-term competency and qualifications strategy.

SC Walsall, UK onsite FULL TIME 24 Sept 2026

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Tech Programme Support

BAE Systems
£51,772+

Join BAE Systems as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to provide vital technical support for advanced aerospace programmes, shaping the future of defence technology.

BPSS Preston, UK onsite FULL TIME 23 Sept 2026

Field Support Engineer (Spain)

MBDA
Competitive

MBDA España seeks a Field Support Engineer in Madrid to provide technical maintenance and support for systems and ammunition, ensuring operational readiness and customer satisfaction.

BPSS Madrid, ES onsite FULL TIME 22 Sept 2026

Inzpire - Commercial Lawyer

QinetiQ
Competitive

Join a rapidly growing defence technology company as a Commercial Lawyer, advising on a broad range of legal matters and supporting strategic objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively and deliver commercially focused solutions.

BPSS Lincoln, UK hybrid FULL TIME 22 Sept 2026

Associate Vehicle Engineer

QinetiQ
£44,000 – 49,000

Join QinetiQ as a Vehicle Engineer, playing a crucial role in testing and assessing military vehicles and systems to ensure the safety and effectiveness of equipment used by the UK Armed Forces.

SC Farnborough, UK onsite FULL TIME 19 Sept 2026

Head of Engineering - A220 Wing Development

Airbus
Competitive

Lead engineering for the A220 Wing Development at Airbus Belfast, overseeing a diverse team and managing a complex engineering portfolio including modifications, digital transformation, and stakeholder engagement.

BPSS Belfast, UK onsite FULL TIME 19 Sept 2026

Senior Product Integrity Engineer

BAE Systems
£57,000+

Join BAE Systems as a Senior Product Integrity Engineer to ensure the safety, environmental, and security compliance of advanced weapon systems throughout their lifecycle. This hybrid role offers a chance to pioneer progress and protect what matters most.

BPSS Bristol, UK onsite FULL TIME 18 Sept 2026

Finance Manager

Rheinmetall
Competitive

Lead and manage the management accounting team at Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land Ltd (RBSL), acting as a strategic link between finance, operations, and supply chain to ensure robust financial controls and support senior leadership decision-making.

BPSS Telford, UK onsite FULL TIME 17 Sept 2026

Management Accountant

Rheinmetall
Competitive

RBSL is seeking a Management Accountant in Telford to provide critical financial analysis, ensure robust controls, and manage complex defence contract compliance, supporting senior leadership decision-making.

BPSS Telford, UK onsite FULL TIME 17 Sept 2026

Tool Setter

Rheinmetall
Competitive

Join Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions UK Ltd in Telford as a Tool Setter, contributing to a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for large calibre weapon systems. This is a permanent, full-time role offering excellent job security and career progression.

BPSS Telford, UK onsite FULL TIME 17 Sept 2026

Systems Engineering Graduate Programme

Babcock International
£35,000+

Join Babcock's Systems Engineering Graduate Programme to shape critical UK engineering projects, from submarines to nuclear power plants, and develop essential skills for a successful engineering career.

SC Devonport, UK onsite FULL TIME 16 Sept 2026

CNC Miller / Setter / Operator

Rheinmetall
Competitive

Join Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions UK Ltd as a CNC Miller/Setter/Operator in Telford, contributing to the setup of a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for large calibre weapon systems. This full-time, permanent role offers excellent job security and career development opportunities.

BPSS Telford, UK onsite FULL TIME 15 Sept 2026

ELI - Avionic Systems Engineer

Leonardo
Competitive

Join Leonardo's Avionic Systems team as a Junior Systems Engineer, contributing to the definition, development, integration, and certification of cutting-edge avionics systems for major global defense programs.

BPSS Varese, IT hybrid FULL TIME 15 Sept 2026

OME Operational Readiness Manager

QinetiQ
£41,400 – 46,000

Join QinetiQ as an Operational Readiness Manager at Boscombe Down, leading the safe and compliant management of explosive facilities and operations. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge defence technology and brilliant minds.

SC Amesbury, UK onsite FULL TIME 15 Sept 2026

Electrical Engineering Graduate Programme

Babcock International
£35,000+

Embark on Babcock's Electrical Engineering Graduate Programme and contribute to significant UK engineering projects, gaining diverse experience across the full project lifecycle.

SC Bristol, UK onsite FULL TIME 14 Sept 2026

Systems Engineering Graduate Programme

Babcock International
£35,000+

Embark on a two-year Systems Engineering Graduate Programme at Babcock, rotating through diverse projects and gaining structured development to become a future engineering leader. This is your opportunity to shape critical UK engineering programmes and build a career in a global organisation.

SC Bristol, UK onsite FULL TIME 14 Sept 2026

Systems Engineering Graduate Programme

Babcock International
£35,000+

Join Babcock's two-year Systems Engineering Graduate Programme, where you'll apply systems principles to shape critical UK engineering projects and gain diverse experience through rotations. Develop your skills with expert mentorship and structured training, aiming for professional registration.

SC Edinburgh, UK hybrid FULL TIME 14 Sept 2026

Engineering Management Placement

Babcock International
Competitive

Gain invaluable engineering management experience supporting critical defence and public safety projects during a 12-month undergraduate placement. Develop essential skills for a future career in engineering leadership within a supportive environment.

SC Walsall, UK onsite FULL TIME 14 Sept 2026

Senior Production Test & Repair Engineer

General Dynamics UK
£45,600 – 57,000

Join General Dynamics Mission Systems as a Senior Production Test & Repair Engineer, working on cutting-edge avionics and communication systems for military platforms. This hands-on role focuses on testing, fault diagnosis, and component-level repair of advanced electronic systems.

BPSS , UK onsite FULL TIME 11 Sept 2026

Boomi Solutions Lead

DXC Technology
Competitive

Lead customer engagements as a Boomi Subject Matter Expert, defining and executing integration, automation, API, and data strategies using the Boomi Enterprise Platform.

BPSS Farnborough, UK onsite FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

CNC Turner / Setter / Operator

Rheinmetall
Competitive

Join Rheinmetall Weapon Munitions UK Ltd as a CNC Turner/Setter/Operator in Telford, contributing to the setup of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for large calibre weapon systems. This permanent, full-time role offers excellent job security and development opportunities.

BPSS Telford, UK onsite FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

Head of Sub-Systems - Sea Ceptor

MBDA
Up to £71,000

Lead the development and delivery into service of major platform subsystem equipment for the cutting-edge Sea Ceptor maritime system, a critical role reporting directly to the Chief Engineer.

BPSS Bristol, UK hybrid FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

Solution Architect - Land CEMA

Leonardo
Competitive

Leverage your Defence Communications or CEMA expertise as a Solutions Architect at Leonardo, shaping innovative Land CEMA solutions for UK and international customers. This hybrid role offers a strategic, influential position within a leading defence technology company.

BPSS Bristol, UK hybrid FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

Site Safety Lead

QinetiQ
Competitive

Join QinetiQ as a Safety Site Lead at our Kyle of Lochalsh BUTEC site, partnering with operational teams to enhance safety culture and performance using cutting-edge defence technology. This permanent, full-time role offers competitive salary and benefits.

BPSS Kyle of Lochalsh, UK remote FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

Inzpire - Expression of Interest - Software Developer

QinetiQ
Competitive

Join an innovative defence technology company as a Software Developer, contributing to advanced synthetic training devices and Mixed-Reality integrations. Be part of an award-winning team recognised for its excellence and employee engagement.

BPSS Malvern, UK onsite FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

Inzpire - Systems Engineer (Requirements & Test)

QinetiQ
Competitive

Join an award-winning defence technology company as a Systems Engineer (Requirements and Test) in Lincoln, supporting the development of advanced aviation IT systems within an Agile Scrum team.

BPSS Lincoln, UK onsite FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

Senior Business Development Manager

QinetiQ
Competitive

Join our Weapons & Munitions Business Development team as a Senior Business Development Manager. You'll drive sales pipeline, develop capture strategies, and foster relationships within the defence sector to achieve significant order intake targets.

SC Bristol, UK onsite FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

GL - Ops Environmental Test

QinetiQ
£70,650 – 78,500

Join QinetiQ as an Operations Environmental Test Lead, managing critical testing facilities and ensuring safe, compliant, and innovative defence solutions. This role offers a chance to shape the future of defence technology.

SC Shoeburyness, UK onsite FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

Inzpire - Expression of Interest - Collective Training (CT) Subject Matter Expert (SME)

QinetiQ
Competitive

Join Inzpire, an award-winning defence company, as a White Force SME delivering advanced Air CT exercises globally. This role offers significant overseas travel and a chance to shape critical training scenarios.

BPSS UK Wide, UK onsite FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

Aerospace Mission Systems & Weapons Integration Engineer

QinetiQ
£56,250 – 62,500

Join QinetiQ as an Aerospace Mission Systems & Weapons Integration Engineer in Lincolnshire, contributing to cutting-edge defence technology and empowering lives through innovative solutions. This role offers the chance to shape the future of defence.

SC Preston, UK onsite FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

Vehicle Technician

Babcock International
Competitive

Leverage your extensive vehicle technician expertise to train the next generation of military engineers at MOD Lyneham. This permanent, full-time role offers a rewarding opportunity to share your knowledge and develop essential skills in a dynamic training environment.

BPSS Lyneham, UK onsite FULL TIME 10 Sept 2026

ITEA & Trials Engineer

Rheinmetall
Competitive

As an ITEA & Trials Engineer for OMNIA Training, you will play a crucial role in testing, verifying, and validating new defence training systems to ensure the British Army is ready to fight and win.

SC Warminster, UK onsite FULL TIME 9 Sept 2026

Vehicle Mechanic

Babcock International
£32,760

Join Babcock as a Vehicle Mechanic and play a vital role in maintaining the vehicles that protect our nation. This full-time, permanent position offers a chance to work on diverse machinery, from quad bikes to battle tanks, contributing directly to national defence and public safety.

SC Warminster, UK onsite FULL TIME 4 Sept 2026

Vehicle Mechanic

Babcock International
£32,021

Join Babcock as a Vehicle Mechanic in Wareham, Dorset, playing a crucial role in maintaining vital military vehicles. This full-time, permanent position offers a rewarding career focused on national security.

SC Wareham, UK onsite FULL TIME 4 Sept 2026

Vehicle Mechanic

Babcock International
Competitive

Join Babcock as a Vehicle Mechanic in Hull, maintaining critical military vehicles and electrical equipment. This permanent, full-time role offers a salary up to £32,760, benefits, and the chance to directly contribute to UK defence.

BPSS Hull, UK onsite FULL TIME 4 Sept 2026

Vehicle Mechanic

Babcock International
£32,760+

Join Babcock as a Vehicle Mechanic in Richmond, North Yorkshire, playing a vital role in keeping essential defence vehicle fleets mission-ready and operational. This hands-on position offers the opportunity to develop your technical expertise in a supportive environment.

SC Darlington, UK onsite FULL TIME 4 Sept 2026

Vehicle Mechanic

Babcock International
Up to £32,760

Join Babcock as a Vehicle Mechanic in Telford, Shropshire, where you'll maintain and repair vital military vehicles, directly contributing to the UK's defence capability. This permanent, full-time role offers a dynamic environment for skill development.

SC Telford, UK onsite FULL TIME 4 Sept 2026

Vehicle Mechanic

Babcock International
Up to £33,889

Join our engineering team as a Vehicle Mechanic in Braunton, Devon, where you'll keep our military fleet operational. Enjoy competitive pay, a 4-day work week, and comprehensive benefits.

SC Exeter, UK onsite FULL TIME 4 Sept 2026

Vehicle Mechanic

Babcock International
£0 – 32,760

Join Babcock as a Vehicle Mechanic, ensuring the operational readiness and safety of military and civilian vehicles. This hands-on role offers the chance to work on diverse systems and contribute directly to national defence.

SC Gloucester, UK onsite FULL TIME 4 Sept 2026

Senior Aerodynamics Engineer

Airbus
Competitive

Join Airbus Defence & Space as a Senior Aerodynamics Engineer in Getafe, influencing the design and safe operation of next-generation aircraft through advanced CFD, wind tunnel testing, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

BPSS Getafe, ES onsite FULL TIME 3 Sept 2026

MRO Avionic Supervisor

Boeing Defence UK
Competitive

Join Boeing Defence UK as an Avionic Supervisor within their MRO organisation, leading aircraft technicians and ensuring adherence to stringent maintenance standards for major UK defence programmes.

SC Middle Wallop, UK onsite FULL TIME 1 Sept 2026

MRO Mechanical Supervisor

Boeing Defence UK
Competitive

Join Boeing Defence UK as a Mechanical Supervisor, overseeing aircraft maintenance activities for major UK programmes and ensuring adherence to stringent contractual and regulatory compliance. This role offers direct control, mentorship, and the opportunity to lead a team of aircraft technicians.

SC Middle Wallop, UK onsite FULL TIME 1 Sept 2026

Communications Manager

Northrop Grumman
£65,000 – 75,000

Lead the strategic communications for Northrop Grumman UK, shaping the organisation's external reputation and internal culture to support significant business growth. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract role based in London.

SC London, UK hybrid FULL TIME 25 Aug 2026