Software Engineer - SC Clearance

Posting date:	04 September 2025
Salary:	£500.0 to £550.0 per day
Additional salary information:	Up to £550 p/d
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	04 October 2025
Location:	Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 5AA
Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	4721279_1756977734

Summary

Software Engineer - Onsite - Full Time Day rate: Up to £550 p/d Outside IR35
Contract: 6 months (Possible extension)
Location: Fareham, Hampshire - Onsite (5 days a week)
Clearance: SC clearance required
Start: ASAP

Our client is looking for a talented Software Engineer to join us on a 6-month contract. You'll be working on-site in Fareham, supporting key defence projects by designing and developing models of complex military systems.

What we're looking for:

• Strong C++ skills
• Experience with Windows dev tools (Visual Studio ideal)
• Background in physics, engineering, or maths
• Ability to explain and adapt technical models for customer needs

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of ITASE or other military simulation tools.
• Knowledge of Matlab / Simulink.
• Understanding of Defence/Air Platform protection systems.
• Knowledge of threat systems (e.g., SAMs, IADS, Sensors, FPVs).

Our non-negotiables:Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be:

• A UK National and eligible to work in the UK
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government SC-level security clearance

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