Defence jobs in Scotland

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  • Lead Control Systems Engineer

    Yolk Recruitment Limited, Whiteinch, Glasgow

    Posted:
    11 Nov 2026

    MERITUS are recruiting for a Lead Control Systems Engineer to join a leading systems integration and engineering business, delivering complex industrial automation, PLC, SCADA and operational technolo

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Engineer, Combat Systems Platform Integration

    BAE Systems, Glasgow, Scotland

    Posted:
    10 Nov 2026

    Job Title: Engineer, Combat Systems Platform Integration Location : Scotstoun, hybrid- 3 days per week on site We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, please speak to your rec

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Electrical Engineer

    JAM Recruitment Ltd, Whiteinch, Glasgow

    Pay:
    £62,878
    Posted:
    10 Nov 2026

    Electrical Engineer Location: Scotstoun (hybrid, 2 days on-site) Contract: 12 Months Rate: £30.23 per hour We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Engineer to support a major marine engineering

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Systems Engineer - Defence

    ALTEN, Glasgow, Scotland

    Posted:
    10 Nov 2026

    Job Description Work at the forefront of advanced opto‑electronic and sensor systems supporting some of the UK’s most critical maritime and avionics defence platforms . Join ALTEN Ltd as a Systems Eng

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Security Systems Installation Engineer

    OCS Group, Whiteinch, Glasgow

    Posted:
    7 Nov 2026

    We are looking for an experienced Security Installation Engineer to support the delivery of security projects across the Inveraray area, including electrical substations and critical national infrast

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Data Configuration Management Engineer

    Outsource, Whiteinch, Glasgow

    Pay:
    £47
    Posted:
    7 Nov 2026

    Data Configuration Management Engineer Broad Oak or Scotstoun | Hybrid (3 days onsite Tues-Thu) £35.02 PAYE or £47.14 | Inside IR35 | 12-Month Contract We're supporting BAE Systems Naval Ships in the

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Sales Engineer

    Margaret Hodge Recruitment, Glasgow, Scotland

    Pay:
    £50,000
    Posted:
    5 Nov 2026

    We are looking for a passionate and technically skilled External Sales Engineer to join our growing team in the Scotland. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong technical background

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Sprinkler Service Engineer

    Jones Lang LaSalle Limited, Glasgow, Scotland

    Posted:
    5 Nov 2026

    The Hall & Kay way it's a people thing. At Hall & Kay, we deliver complex fire protection and security solutions to protect what matters most to our clients. As technical experts our focus is on the l

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Mobile Engineer

    Speedy Hire, Glasgow East Investment Park, Glasgow

    Posted:
    4 Nov 2026

    ID1 Role - Mobile Engineer Location - Glasgow, G32 8FA Monday- Friday 07.30 - 16.30 Speedy are the UK's leading hire provider with the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant and suppo

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Field Plant Engineer

    Briggs Equipment Ltd, Whiteinch, Glasgow

    Posted:
    4 Nov 2026

    Opportunity: Field PlantEngineer Contract: Permanent Salary: Competitive (door to door payment paid overtime) Company: Briggs Equipment Hours Monday, Friday. 40 hours a week Location : Glasgow and su

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Sheet Metal Worker

    BAE Systems, Glasgow, Scotland

    Posted:
    3 Nov 2026

    Job Title: Sheet Metal Worker Location: Glasgow, Govan and Scotstoun, Onsite, Must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow Salary: £40,511, plus 33% shift allowance where applicable Shift Pat

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Civil Engineer

    First Technical Recruitment, Hillhead, Glasgow City Centre

    Posted:
    31 Oct 2026

    Civil Engineer - all levels considered Remote working 1-2 days per month on site in Scotland Overview We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to support the assessment, maintenance, and ongoing o

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Commercial Gas Engineer

    Excel Engineering Recruitment ltd, Hillhead, Glasgow City Centre

    Pay:
    £65,000
    Posted:
    30 Oct 2026

    JOB TITLE : Commercial Gas Engineer LOCATION: Glasgowand surrounding areas SALARY : £42k - £65k - travel time is paid at time & half, van, fuelcard etc CONTACT : Kerry Hayes JOB INFORMATION - Commerci

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Programme Manager - Defence & Aerospace Manaufacturing

    Engineering Recruit Scotland, Hillhead, Glasgow City Centre

    Pay:
    £85,000
    Posted:
    30 Oct 2026

    Programme Manager, Defence & Aerospace Manufacturing £75,000, £85,000 BUPA 31 Days Holiday Flexible Hours Central Scotland This is a senior leadership opportunity within a growing, highly technical

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Senior EC&I Engineer NTSP

    Morson Edge, Hillhead, Glasgow City Centre

    Posted:
    29 Oct 2026

    Senior EC&I Engineer Location: Glasgow Working Pattern: Hybrid, ideally 2 days per week in the Clyde, Glasgow office Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required prior to commencement Eligibility:

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Junior Fire & Security Engineer (Global Company)

    Ernest Gordon Recruitment, Whiteinch, Glasgow

    Pay:
    £35,000
    Posted:
    28 Oct 2026

    Junior Fire & Security Engineer (Global Company) £30,000 - £35,000 (OTE £45k) Progression Training Overtime Early Finish Friday Local Patch 33 Days Holiday Company Van Glasgow Scotland Are you a Junio

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Principal EC&I Engineer NTSP

    Morson Edge, Hillhead, Glasgow City Centre

    Posted:
    28 Oct 2026

    Principal EC&I Engineer - NTSP Project Location: Glasgow, G2 8JQ Working Pattern: Hybrid, ideally 2 days per week in the Glasgow office Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required prior to commen

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Graduate Automation Engineer (Building Management Systems)

    Ernest Gordon Recruitment, Whiteinch, Glasgow

    Pay:
    £30,000
    Posted:
    28 Oct 2026

    Graduate Automation Engineer (Building Management Systems) £25,000 £30,000 £6000 Car allowance or Car Progression Full Training Gym Membership Glasgow Are you a Graduate with an automation degree or s

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Coffee Engineer

    Professional Technical Ltd, Whiteinch, Glasgow

    Pay:
    £34,000
    Posted:
    23 Oct 2026

    Is it time to start thinking of a change in career and do you have a passion for wanting to work with high-end equipment in a specialist industry? A leading manufacturer within the coffee solutions se

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

  • Engineering Manager

    Mac Recruit Group, Glasgow, Scotland

    Pay:
    £80,000
    Posted:
    21 Oct 2026

    We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager (Data) to lead the design, build, and evolution of a modern enterprise data platform that underpins advanced analytics, AI, and data-driven decisi

    Opens a summary here. The full advert is on Adzuna.

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Public contracts recently awarded in Scotland

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  • Vaisala France SASU

    Supply of WCL21XP WindCube 2.1 XP

    Buyer:
    ORE Catapult
    Award notice published:
    12 Oct 2026
    Contract end:
    28 Sept 2031
    View contract record
  • Unico Ltd

    Supply and Delivery of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), First Aid Materials and Workwear

    Buyer:
    Scotland Excel
    Value:
    £400,000 to £32,000,000
    Award notice published:
    19 Aug 2026
    View contract record
  • Unico Ltd

    Supply and Delivery of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), First Aid Materials and Workwear

    Buyer:
    Scotland Excel
    Value:
    £400,000 to £32,000,000
    Award notice published:
    19 Aug 2026
    View contract record
  • VWS Limited

    Supply of Fire Safety Equipment

    Buyer:
    Fife Council
    Value:
    £151,900
    Award notice published:
    16 Jul 2026
    View contract record
  • Unico Limited

    Supply and Provision of PPE to Construction Trades, Engineering and Schools Departments

    Buyer:
    New College Lanarkshire
    Value:
    £190,048
    Award notice published:
    15 Jul 2026
    View contract record
  • Arco Limited

    DMARINE - Marine Operations - Protection Vessels - PPE & Uniform Framework Agreement

    Buyer:
    Scottish Government
    Value:
    £700,000
    Award notice published:
    25 Jun 2026
    View contract record
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