Naval jobs in United Kingdom

Ready to combine technical expertise with commercial impact? Sperry Marine is a leading supplier of navigation, communication, information, and automation systems for commercial marine and naval markets. UK-headquartered, we operate globally across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, employing nearly 400 people in ten countries.

We're looking for a Procurement Engineer to act as a critical link between procurement, engineering, and operations. You'll ensure supplier capabilities, component specifications, and sourcing decisions align with performance, quality, cost, and lifecycle requirements. In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with Engineering and R&D to translate technical requirements into sourcing criteria
• Support design-to-cost, component standardisation, and manufacturability reviews
• Drive cost optimisation through specification reviews, alternative sourcing, and value engineering
• Engage suppliers early to improve quality, cost competitiveness, and readiness for new product introduction
• Assist in supplier qualification, audits, and technical capability assessments
• Integrate with cross‑functional teams to ensure sourcing decisions meet programme objectives and compliance standards

You're technically minded with strong commercial awareness and thrive in a collaborative, global environment.

• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and bills of materials
• Familiarity with cost modelling, design‑to‑cost principles, and value engineering
• Understanding of manufacturing and quality processes
• Ideally, a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience in engineering, manufacturing, procurement, or supplier development
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence technical and commercial stakeholders

At Sperry Marine, your work has real impact - guiding vessels and protecting crews across the globe. You'll join a diverse, international team that values innovation, precision, and collaboration. We offer:

• Flexible working – Hybrid + compressed working (every other Friday off)
• Global reach – Collaborate across Europe, the Americas, and Asia
• Career development – Ongoing training and progression
• Supportive benefits – Health & wellbeing perks, generous leave, and strong pension contributions

With over 100 years of expertise in navigation, we are a trusted global leader in advanced navigation solutions – including radars, compasses, steering systems, speed logs, and fully integrated bridge and control systems. Our commitment to innovation is matched by our dedication to providing 24/7 support to our customers worldwide.

At the core of our success are our people. Their passion and dedication drive our growth and shape our future. In return, we support our employees in balancing work and life, maintaining their health and well‑being, and developing their long‑term careers.

We value diverse perspectives and believe that innovation thrives when bright minds collaborate. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.