Why systems engineers are critical to modern defence and space programmes

Few disciplines have become more important to modern defence and space programmes than systems engineering. As technologies become increasingly complex and interconnected, organisations require professionals capable of understanding how individual components interact to create successful outcomes at the programme level. This is why systems engineers have become some of the most sought-after professionals across defence, … Read more

Why defence businesses are struggling to secure security-cleared engineers

For many defence organisations, the biggest recruitment challenge is no longer finding engineers. It’s finding engineers who can obtain or already hold the required security clearance. As defence investment continues to increase across the UK, Europe, and the United States, demand for security-cleared engineering professionals is significantly outpacing supply. The result is longer hiring cycles, … Read more

Defence & space recruitment trends shaping 2026

The defence and space sectors are entering one of the most significant periods of growth and transformation in recent decades. Rising defence budgets, increasing geopolitical uncertainty, rapid advances in autonomous systems, and continued investment in satellite technologies are creating unprecedented demand for engineering and technical talent. At the same time, organisations face growing competition for … Read more