Specialised in:
Aerospace, Defence and wider Advanced Manufacturing. Partnering with leading engineering and manufacturing businesses to support outstanding candidates into fantastic opportunities.
Experience & background:
An experienced recruiter with over 8 years’ experience. I now lead a team of talented recruiters who partner with some of the UK’s most innovative engineering & manufacturing businesses. Priding myself on becoming an extension of our clients recruitment functions, I have experience recruiting everything from technician level to Senior Hires.
I started my recruitment career shortly after graduating in Sports Business (and 6 months of travelling). After initially working within Transport and Industrial temporary recruitment, I quickly found my feet within Technical and Engineering recruitment at Omega and haven’t looked back since.
You might be surprised to learn:
Whilst travelling New Zealand I did both a sky dive and a bungee jump.
Jobs posted by Tobias Patterson
Posted
Systems Verification & Qualification Engineer
Systems Verification & Qualification Engineer
Fareham
Competitive Salary + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Life Assurance
Role Overview - Systems Verification & Qualification Engineer
Omega are delighted to be supporting a leading avionics manufacturer in the recruitment of a Systems Verification & Qualification Engineer to join their engineering team in Fareham.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading aerospace organisation developing advanced avionics technology for commercial and military aircraft. The role is focused on the verification, qualification and testing of safety-critical systems, ensuring products meet demanding customer, regulatory and certification requirements prior to release.
Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will support products throughout the development lifecycle, playing a key role in proving system performance, demonstrating compliance and supporting certification activities.
Main Duties - Systems Verification & Qualification Engineer
Develop and deliver verification and qualification strategies for avionics systemsProduce test plans, procedures, technical reports and compliance documentationSupport integration, environmental and system-level testing activitiesAnalyse test results and investigate technical issues to support programme deliveryDemonstrate compliance against customer, regulatory and certification requirementsWork closely with software, electronics and mechanical engineering teams throughout development programmesSupport system safety, risk and reliability activitiesMaintain verification evidence and requirements traceabilityParticipate in customer reviews and technical discussionsContribute to continuous improvement initiatives across engineering processes
Experience, Skills & Qualifications - Systems Verification & Qualification Engineer
Degree, HNC or HND qualified in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related disciplineExperience working within aerospace, defence or another highly regulated engineering environmentStrong experience in verification, validation, qualification or integration testing of complex engineering systemsExperience developing test plans, test procedures, verification reports and compliance documentationExperience analysing test data and demonstrating compliance against customer or regulatory requirementsUnderstanding of safety-critical systems and engineering lifecycle processesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teamsDesirable Experience
Avionics or aerospace systemsEnvironmental, EMC, vibration or flight testingCertification and compliance activitiesRequirements management and traceability toolsCommercial or military aerospace programmes
What We Are Able To Offer - Systems Verification & Qualification Engineer
Competitive salaryStrong annual bonus schemePrivate healthcareLife assurance33 days holidayFlexible benefits packageOpportunity to work on advanced aerospace programmesLong-term career development within a global engineering organisation
If you are a Systems Verification Engineer, Qualification Engineer, Verification Engineer, V&V Engineer, Integration & Test Engineer, Systems Test Engineer or Avionics Engineer, you may also be suitable for this role.
Please contact Tobias Patterson on 01453 852 552 or [email protected]
Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.
Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.
Posted
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Role: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Employment: Contract
Duration: 12 Months
Location: West Midlands
Rates: DOE
ROLE OVERVIEW - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Due to impressive project and programme wins, we are seeking to recruit Mechanical Design Engineers to support our client's engineering operations.
You'll need strong experience in the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies, with the ability to support products through the early stages of the product development lifecycle, from concept generation through Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and Critical Design Review (CDR). Experience within aerospace or other highly regulated engineering environments is considered highly advantageous.
This is an Inside IR35 position that will require on-site working due to the nature of the work.
Role Responsibilities - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies.Create accurate technical drawings and 3D CAD models.Support product development activities from concept definition through PDR and CDR milestones.Apply GD&T and perform tolerance analysis.Participate in DFMEA and risk identification activities.Present design concepts, progress updates and design maturity at technical review gates.Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure designs are manufacturable, compliant and aligned with programme requirements.Support prototype build, testing and troubleshooting activities.Generate and maintain design documentation.Participate in design reviews, risk assessments and continuous improvement activities.
Experience - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or HNC/HND with equivalent industry experience.Proven experience in the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies.Experience supporting programmes through structured design review processes, including PDR and CDR activities.Proficiency in producing technical drawings and engineering specifications.Working knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups.Experience with 3D CAD systems (Siemens NX preferred).Experience with PLM/PDM systems (Teamcenter preferred).Experience working within aerospace or other highly regulated engineering environments.Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical solutions to customers and multidisciplinary teams.
OMEGA
For more information on this role, please contact Tobias Patterson on 01453 852 552 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]
Candidates who are currently a Mechanical Engineer, Design Engineer, Mechanical Designer, Senior Engineer, CAD Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Component Engineer, Project Design Engineer or similar may be suitable.
For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk
Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.
Posted
Lab Technician
Laboratory Technician (Analytical Testing)
Leicester
Contract - 6 Months
Competitive Rate of pay
Omega are delighted to be supporting a leading organisation in the recruitment of a Laboratory Technician to join their well-established R&D laboratory in the Leicester area, supporting core analytical testing across routine, innovation, and manufacturing activities.
This is a hands-on role focused on delivering accurate, reliable test results, working with key methods including oil, salt, and moisture analysis. Ideal for someone who enjoys practical lab work and working with structured testing processes.
Main Duties - Laboratory Technician
Carry out routine analytical testing including oil, salt, and moisture analysisOperate and maintain titrators and associated laboratory equipmentPrepare samples and perform testing in line with standard laboratory proceduresConduct calibration, routine checks, and basic troubleshooting of lab equipmentAccurately record, interpret, and report results within lab systemsSupport testing activities for product innovation, shelf life, and manufacturing requirementsEnsure compliance with laboratory safety, quality, and regulatory standardsIdentify and escalate any issues with test results, equipment, or methodsMaintain a clean, organised, and efficient laboratory environment
The Ideal Candidate - Laboratory Technician
Experience working within a laboratory, QC, or testing environmentHands-on experience with titration / titrators highly desirableStrong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and consistencyGood understanding of lab safety and quality proceduresComfortable working with routine methods and structured processes
What We Are Able to Offer - Laboratory Technician
Competitive hourly rate (depending on experience)Opportunity to work within a market-leading organisation in a well-established R&D environmentModern laboratory facilities with access to well-maintained equipmentOn-site canteen and supportive working environmentOpportunity to gain valuable experience within a highly regarded technical team
If you are a Lab Technician, Analytical Technician, QC Technician, Laboratory Analyst, or Testing Technician, you may also be suitable for this role.
Please contact Tobias Patterson on 01453 852 552 or [email protected]
Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.
Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

