Latest Defence Jobs

Senior Research Scientist - AI Safety Evaluations

Lead the development of advanced AI safety evaluations to assess risks in critical domains such as CBRN and cybersecurity. Conduct original research from concept to publication, shape safety methodology, and collaborate with frontier AI labs and government stakeholders. Focus on rigorous, scientifically grounded evaluation techniques including red-teaming, adversarial testing, and robustness measurement.

Faculty London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Permanent

Research Scientist

Conducts original research in AI safety, focusing on interpretability and behavioral analysis of transformer-based large language models. Designs and runs experiments, develops reproducible research tooling in Python/PyTorch, and translates technical findings for government, frontier labs, and national security partners. Publishes results in academic papers and technical reports while collaborating with senior scientists to shape emerging AI safety standards.

Faculty London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Permanent

Platform Engineer

This role involves designing and maintaining the MLOps and deployment infrastructure that enables data scientists to transition machine learning models from exploration to production. The engineer will work across AWS, Azure, and GCP to build scalable, containerised systems using Kubernetes and infrastructure-as-code tools. The focus is on creating reliable, secure, and high-performance platforms that support client-facing AI solutions.

Faculty AI London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Manager (National Security)

Lead and deliver high-impact AI transformation projects for UK government and national security clients, bridging technical AI research with operational mission needs. Manage end-to-end project delivery, develop strategic proposals, and mentor cross-functional teams in a fast-evolving, high-stakes environment. Focus on responsible AI deployment, red teaming, and building trusted advisory relationships with senior stakeholders.

Faculty AI London, Greater London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Graduate Electronics & Software Engineer (2026 start)

Work on multidisciplinary engineering projects across consumer, industrial, and defence sectors, designing embedded systems, writing firmware in C or SystemVerilog, and developing hardware for innovative products. Engage in full project lifecycles from requirements to handover, with mentorship to grow technical and systems design expertise. Projects include robotics, AI-driven security solutions, and collaborative product development with major clients.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Graduate Electronic Systems Engineer (2026 start)

Design and develop electronic systems across diverse domains including aerospace, defence, and consumer devices, with hands-on involvement in hardware design, FPGA development, PCB layout, and lab-based testing. Work in multidisciplinary teams on cutting-edge projects such as secure satellite communications and 5G antenna systems, gaining exposure to embedded software and system-level integration. Benefit from structured mentoring and real-world client engagement from day one.

Cambridge Consultants United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

CFD Multiphase & DEM Engineer

This role involves developing and validating high-fidelity multiphase CFD and coupled CFD-DEM simulations for industrial applications across aerospace, energy, and manufacturing. The engineer will work directly with customers to build automated, scalable simulation workflows integrated with AI-driven surrogate models, using tools like Star-CCM+, OpenFOAM, or Fluent alongside Python and parametric CAD. Emphasis is placed on smart sampling, model validation, and mentoring within a collaborative, high-performance engineering culture.

PhysicsX London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Content & Communications Strategist

This role involves crafting compelling, technically grounded narratives for a deep-tech AI simulation company, translating complex engineering concepts into accessible content across blogs, social media, events, and internal channels. You'll shape the company's public voice, collaborate closely with engineers and leadership, and build a scalable content operation while maintaining high creative and editorial standards.

PhysicsX London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Software Engineer

This role involves building and scaling the Frontier Decision Intelligence platform, focusing on creating enterprise-grade AI solutions for high-impact sectors like healthcare and life sciences. You'll work across full-stack development with Python and TypeScript, designing APIs and SaaS user experiences while collaborating in cross-functional squads. The position emphasizes technical ownership, scalable architecture, and solving complex real-world problems using state-of-the-art tools and practices.

Faculty AI London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Software Engineer

This role involves building and scaling an enterprise AI platform focused on decision intelligence, with applications in healthcare and life sciences. You'll work across the full stack using Python and TypeScript, integrate the platform into customer environments, and lead technical delivery while mentoring junior engineers. The role emphasizes robust system design, automated testing, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deploy AI-driven solutions in production.

Faculty AI London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Associate

This role involves scoping, building, and delivering custom AI solutions for major financial institutions, translating complex operational needs into actionable technical requirements. You'll work closely with both clients and engineering teams to ensure AI tools are effectively designed, tested, and deployed in regulated environments. The position emphasizes client engagement, workflow design, and contributing to strategic capability development within a high-impact AI consultancy.

Faculty AI London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Full Stack Software Engineer

Design and build full-stack AI-powered applications, translating machine learning outputs into production-ready systems. Collaborate with data scientists and product managers to deliver scalable, user-centric solutions for global clients in regulated industries. Focus on robust architecture, cloud deployment, and client-facing technical leadership.

Faculty AI London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Data Scientist

Lead high-impact AI projects in life sciences, designing data science approaches and robust software architectures for clients. Mentor junior data scientists, ensure technical excellence, and contribute to thought leadership through open-source or public speaking. Work across pharma, academia, and MedTech to deliver practical, measurable AI solutions that address critical healthcare challenges.

Faculty AI London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Machine Learning Engineer

Design and deploy production-grade machine learning systems for high-impact clients in national security and AI safety. Work across the full ML lifecycle, from prototyping to scalable deployment, using cloud infrastructure and modern MLOps practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable AI solutions that solve real-world challenges.

Faculty London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Data Scientist

Design and deliver bespoke data science solutions for high-impact projects in the defence sector, working closely with clients and cross-functional teams. Drive technical scoping, build scalable algorithms, and uphold rigorous standards in code and model validation. Contribute to thought leadership through open-source, teaching, or public speaking while operating in a secure, ethical AI environment.

Faculty UK - Remote

Hybrid Permanent