Senior Product Developer

14 hours ago


Ledston, United Kingdom Safeguard Armour Ltd Full time

Are you an ambitious, results-driven professional with a passion for designing and crafting high-performance clothing and equipment?
Do you excel in a hands-on, practical environment where your efforts directly contribute to tangible outcomes?
If you thrive on creating technical products that solve real-world challenges and take pride in refining technical designs to perfection, this opportunity is for you.
About Us Safeguard Armour is a fast-growing global leader in tactical equipment and clothing, delivering cutting-edge solutions to military, law enforcement, and special operations clients.
With a reputation for innovation and quality, we are launching new ranges of tactical clothing and equipment to meet the evolving demands of our global market.
This role offers the chance to take ownership of the design and development process, from initial concepts to final production, ensuring our products exceed industry standards and customer expectations.
The Role As a Senior Product Developer , you will lead the creation and development of advanced tactical clothing and equipment, focusing on hands-on execution and practical problem-solving.
Your ability to combine creativity, technical expertise, and results-driven pragmatism will be critical to delivering exceptional products that meet market demands and customer needs.
Hybrid role, 1-2 days a week in Leeds office.
Key Responsibilities Product Design & Development Independently lead the design and development of tactical clothing and equipment.
Craft and refine prototypes that balance functionality, durability, and aesthetic appeal.
Innovate designs based on direct market feedback and customer requirements.
Oversee product testing and validation, focusing on performance under real-world conditions.
Material Sourcing & Fabric Testing Source cutting-edge materials and fabrics for tactical applications.
Conduct rigorous testing for strength, comfort, and durability.
Build and maintain supplier relationships to ensure high-quality resources.
Supplier Engagement Collaborate with manufacturers to ensure quality and consistency in production.
Troubleshoot production challenges with practical, hands-on solutions.
Negotiate timelines and costs independently to meet project goals.
Project Management & Execution Manage multiple product development timelines with a focus on efficiency and results.
Ensure projects align with customer requirements and are delivered on schedule.
Maintain detailed documentation of development processes and testing outcomes.
Market Awareness & Practical Innovation Stay informed about trends in tactical clothing and equipment.
Adapt quickly to market feedback and customer needs, ensuring competitive product offerings.
What We're Looking For Personal Qualities Hands-On Creator : Thrives in a practical, independent environment where ideas become reality.
Technical Expert : Deep expertise on all areas of clothing development Pragmatic Problem-Solver : Finds efficient, actionable solutions to design and production challenges.
Results-Oriented Innovator : Combines creativity with a drive to deliver high-quality results.
Detail-Oriented Doer : Excels at refining and perfecting products for real-world functionality.
Skills & Experience Proven experience in product development, ideally in textiles, clothing, or tactical equipment.
Strong understanding of material sourcing, fabric testing, and supplier engagement.
Expertise in prototyping, manufacturing processes, and quality control.
Familiarity with market demands in tactical and defense industries.
Proficiency in CAD or similar design tools.
Experience managing tender-driven projects with tight deadlines is a plus.



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