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We are Dstl – The Science Inside

Dstl is a proven national asset, giving the UK clear advantage
across science, technology, cyber and information. We offer world-class science and technology capability allied to
inside knowledge and government savvy, and underpinned by
deep operational understanding of defence and security needs. This enables us to demystify and harness science and
technology to

give clear military and security advantage
through impartial advice and solutions – to innovate the
science inside UK defence and security.

Starting her career as one of our graduates Helen now enjoys helping the next generation develop their skills.As a senio...
23/06/2024

Starting her career as one of our graduates Helen now enjoys helping the next generation develop their skills.

As a senior engineer she helps find solutions to the complex problems of tomorrow

International Women In Engineering Day Ministry of Defence IEEE Women in Engineering

19/06/2024
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24/05/2024

Meet the team behind the beam!

Our experts and world-class partners Leonardo, QinetiQ and MBDA share the origin story of hashtag .

For more on our hashtag that costs £10 a shot and can hit a £1 coin from 1km away 👉 bit.ly/3VbSGUW

24/05/2024

"I think they are the piece of the jigsaw that gives us the real brainpower... essentially ensuring that what the UK does is to the highest spec."

James Cartlidge MP explains the vital role our scientists play in helping to shape the Defence landscape Ministry of Defence

16/05/2024
16/05/2024

This game-changing new weapon can knock out a swarm of enemy drones and military vehicles from up to 1km away with .

Our experts and partners have been vital in the creation of the Radio Frequency Directed Energy Weapon (RFDEW) which costs just 10p per shot.

Our tech helps ensure our Armed Forces are prepared for the future https://bit.ly/3yiVjvc.

James Cartlidge MP Ministry of Defence Thales UK British Army Defence Equipment & Support

02/05/2024

🎵 Thank you from the MEWSIC 🎵

The Royal Navy's next-generation Electronic Warfare system - crucial for maintaining the lead over our foes - has been given the thumbs up during first tests.

The Maritime Electronic Warfare Systems Integrated Capability will be fitted to all future frigates existing destroyers, and both Queen Elizabeth-class carriers.

🔗https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/news-and-latest-activity/news/2024/may/01/20240501-sweet-mewsic-experts-give-thumbs-up-to-navys-new-electronic-warfare-system

We're excited to be exhibiting at Innovation Zero 2024.We will be joining investors, funders, policy makers, innovators ...
29/04/2024

We're excited to be exhibiting at Innovation Zero 2024.

We will be joining investors, funders, policy makers, innovators and sustainability leaders at the UK's largest net-zero congress.

Don't forget to come over and say hi 👋

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We're exhibiting at Innovation Zero 2024.We will be joining investors, funders, policy makers, innovators and sustainabi...
29/04/2024

We're exhibiting at Innovation Zero 2024.

We will be joining investors, funders, policy makers, innovators and sustainability leaders at the UK's largest net-zero congress.

Don't forget to come over and say hi 👋

Register for free

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Our Story

Work with the people with the best ideas. Who are the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl)? We’re the people who harness science and technology to protect our nation – bringing together the best people with the best ideas in the most unexpected ways. Because we provide the UK Government with specialist Science & Technology research, advice and analysis, our work is often sensitive or international in nature. Much is operationally critical, and has the potential to save many lives. However, all of it is fascinating, and state-of-the-art. In our work, we partner with other brilliant people – collaborating with everyone from small companies and world-class universities to large defence organisations and other nations. Together, we develop battle-winning technologies, based on deep and widespread research. These support UK military operations, now and into the future. Whether you’re an ambitious graduate or a seasoned professional looking for a new challenge, we have opportunities for you to start a rewarding career with us. You’ll get the chance to work on unique, mind-blowing projects within a truly unique environment. It’s an inspiring setting, you can develop wide-ranging skills and experiences – learning from, and collaborating with, some of the country’s brightest minds. We have a huge range of disciplines you can join, spanning a whole spectrum of science, technology, engineering and software. In fact, we cover everything from social sciences and biosciences through to mathematics and engineering, research, advice, consultancy and risk management. If you’re just starting your career, you’ll be happy to know we’re part of the 5% Club. This means we’re committed to ensuring 5% of our workforce are apprentices, graduates or sponsored students on a structured programme. And if you’ve got a few more years under your belt, you’ll benefit from incredible development and opportunities. It’s the perfect place to push yourself to the next level, and have a rewarding career that helps protect the UK. So do something unexpected today, join us.