Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Quality Assurance Manager Templecombe Are you an inquisitive and impactful individual looking for an exciting, dynamic and interesting new role in Quality Assurance?  Where no two days are ever the same?  And where you can use your judgement and risk based thinking to support the programmes at Thales through many different decisions during the project lifecycle?  If so, we’d love to hear from you as we’re currently looking for Quality Assurance Manager’s to join our team in Templecombe. What the role has to...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Our purpose is to deliver trusted underwater sensing and decision advantage, working hand‑in‑hand with navies around the world to safeguard people and nurture global security. Our work spans four sectors: Mine Countermeasures, Anti‑Submarine Warfare, Services and Future Capabilities.  Our Underwater Systems (UWS) is looking for a Project Design Authority —a technical leader who possesses the rare blend of engineering rigor, strategic vision, and the "natural authority" to lead complex sonar projects from concept to sea....

Location: Wells, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Working within a small team of engineers primarily at the Thales Underwood Quarry site in Wells to supply Radar Cross Section (RCS) measurement services to the UK Ministry of Defence and industry partners. The team is responsible for conducting both indoor and outdoor RCS measurement tasks to enable characterisation of customer-supplied assets/platforms of varying physical size and expected signature level. The Mechanical Engineer will be looking to develop their expertise and understanding in the specification, design and build...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Integrated Airspace Protection Systems (IAS) Our main purpose is to protect and defend. We provide rapid integrated solutions for detection, coordination, fire control, engagement and support. We cover three sectors: Surface Attack & Air Defence (UK), Air Defence (International) and Air Operations & Services as well as Space. Systems Safety Engineer Summary This is a key role within Thales to ensure that we design and deliver products that can be certified to international standards and can be safely used...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Under Water Systems (UWS) Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Primary Purpose of the Role: The Communications and Acoustic Products (CAP) team support the development and maintenance of RF communications systems and products including antennas, processing and distribution equipment,...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Mine Countermeasures Domestic Capture Lead Location: Templecombe, Plymouth, Bristol, Cheadle (any Thales office) Other: full-time, hybrid, with 50% domestic travel Join a growing, globally connected defence business where you’ll shape major strategic programmes and influence the future of underwater systems. What the role has to offer Established customer base - strong existing demand and active equipment support contracts provide a solid platform for growth without the need for cold‑start business...

Engineering Team Manager Somerset 60,000 - 62,000 22 days + Enhanced Pension A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Team Manager for a company in the Somerset area. With no day ever being the same the Engineering Team Manager role offers an opportunity to work with a leading manufacture company and offers career development within a first-class organisation. Role & Responsibilities: Lead and develop engineering and maintenance teams Drive asset reliability, continuous improvement, and safety compliance Provide technical expertise in automated manufacturing Coach engineers and apprentices to build capability Lead diagnostics, fault resolution, and prevention Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Multi-discipline engineering qualification (HND/degree or apprenticeship) FMCG experience with automated systems Strong fault-finding and asset care knowledge Leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills Understanding of OEE and...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Are you the voice of Lean? We don't want someone who talks about continuous improvement. We want someone who lives it — on the shop floor, with the teams, every day. Thales UK builds technology that matters. As our Lean Leader in one of our manufactuiring facilities in Templecombe , your mission is to make our operations sharper, faster, and better — for good. The role You'll be a go-to expert for Lean Continuous Improvement (LCI) across our Templecombe site. That means embedding robust problem solving (PDCA)...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Activity Manager Templecombe Do you have experience as a Production Manager or in a comparable leadership position? Are you passionate about motivating and guiding teams? If so, we might have the right role for you! Our Opportunity We have a new exciting opportunity at Thales Underwater Systems for an Activity Manger to lead within our Conformal Array production area. Your role will be to lead the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing processes within the production area and work closely with...

Please note this client does not offer VISA sponsorship, only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant experience will be considered. Shape the future of low-carbon energy on one of the UK s most ambitious infrastructure projects. Join a high-impact planning team at the forefront of delivering complex nuclear engineering works. This role offers the opportunity to influence major project outcomes, work with cutting-edge planning tools, and collaborate with multidisciplinary experts in a highly regulated environment. If you thrive on challenge, precision, and making a tangible difference, this is a career-defining opportunity. Key Responsibilities Lead integrated planning across multiple project levels ensuring alignment and consistency Develop and maintain logic-linked schedules aligned to WBS structures Analyse risks and opportunities to inform planning strategy and delivery Produce timely, accurate planning reports for key stakeholders...

Quality Engineer Taunton, Somerset 40,000 - 45,000 + Bonus + 33 days Holiday + C2W + Progression + Benefits A great opportunity has just become available with a forward-thinking manufacturing business based in Taunton, they specialise in producing high-quality engineered products for customers across the UK and internationally across various sectors. They have enjoyed recent investment in the company and facilities, meaning they are now looking to grow the team with the addition of another Quality Engineer. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain the Quality Management System Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions Investigate internal, supplier, and customer quality issues Support new product introduction (NPI) activities from a quality perspective Conduct internal audits and support external audits Drive continuous improvement and support lean manufacturing initiatives About You Proven experience in a Quality Engineer position....

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Under Water Systems (UWS) Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Primary Purpose of the Role: To manage the Systems Engineering Process to company and international standards for defined packages of work.  To provide line management and technical leadership to Systems Engineers....

Location: Wells, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. This role lies within part of General Sonar Studies (GSS). The primary responsibilities of members is to work collaboratively to understand, plan, prepare, commission, execute, assure and in some cases analyse safe and efficient RCS measurement activity in support of customer (MOD/industry) needs.  Each role within the team contributes specialist skills and experience to the operating model. Key Responsibilities Liaising with customers both directly and within meetings, to properly identify target measurement requirements...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Configuration Manager – Templecombe / Cheadle / Crawley Hybrid working: 3 days per week on site Hours: 37 per week, Mon–Fri (8 hours Mon–Thurs, 5 hours Fri) Step into a role where your curiosity, care and diligence make a real difference. As a Configuration Manager, you will help safeguard the integrity of our product data throughout its lifecycle, ensuring our teams have the clarity and confidence they need to deliver complex engineering projects. You will be part of a collaborative community working at the...

Quality Engineer 50,000 - 60,000 25 days + Banks, 37.5 hours, Mon-Fri, Wellbeing 360, Enhanced Pension A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Engineer for a company in the Bridgwater area. With no day ever being the same the Quality Engineer role offers an opportunity to work with a leading manufacture company and offers career development within a first-class organisation. Role & Responsibilities: Lead process risk assessments and implement effective mitigation measures. Liaise with customers and suppliers to resolve quality issues and drive improvements. Conduct root cause analysis and ensure corrective and preventive actions. Support continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and quality tools. Monitor quality metrics and contribute to new product introduction (NPI) activities. Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and quality management systems. Proven experience in manufacturing quality...

Maintenance Engineer Bridgwater 57,000 4 on 4 off (Days/Nights) A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an Maintenance Engineer to join an excellent manufacturing company in the Bridgwater Area. With no day ever being the same the Maintenance Engineer role offers genuine long-term progression and career development within a first-class manufacturing environment. Role & Responsibilities: Provide front line maintenance support to the shift operations team Keep machinery working to the designed output efficiency Dismantle and re-assemble all production equipment Electrical, instrumentation and mechanical maintenance Regular PPM and scheduled maintenance and improvement works Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Multi Skilled Background with ideally an electrical biased Demonstrable understanding of Program Logic Control (PLC) Manufacturing experience is preferred Self-motivated and able to work in a team Knowledge of lean manufacturing...