Defence Equipment & Support

Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S), a division of the UK Ministry of Defence, equips the British Army, Royal Air Force and Royal Navy with the technology and services required to safeguard the nation. The organisation manages the delivery of complex defence projects—including aircraft, vessels, protective gear and logistical support—through expertise in engineering, project and programme management, procurement, commercial operations, and supply chain logistics. With a workforce of over 11,500 civil servants, military personnel and contractors across more than 150 global locations, DE&S is responsible for delivering more than 80% of the UK's largest defence programmes, offering a dynamic environment for professionals seeking to contribute to national security and innovation.