1782 – Boat building business established on our Gosport site
1863 – Camper & Nicholson manufactures world-famous yachts
STS Defence is a UK based technology and system integration company, specialising in mission-critical, highly secure communications and electronic systems.
We focus on customer value and satisfaction, working in partnership with customers to deliver solutions that make a difference.
We operate primarily in the defence naval and air sectors, helping our customers to resolve complex technical challenges by delivering innovative solutions and programmes; designing and assembling equipment and systems, and integrating and supporting capability through-life.
Our agility, system engineering expertise and platform knowledge means we can quickly interpret customer issues and requirements to develop robust, workable, cost-effective integrated technology solutions and managed services
1939-45 – C&N make gunboats and landing craft with as well as control boxes for minesweepers
C&N build “SLUG” boats for D-Day to secure the Mulberry harbour roadways
1950s – C&N (Electrical) established, renamed C&N Electrical Industries in 1971
1994 – CNEI becomes Basys Technology
2001 – Basys Technology becomes STS Defence
At a glance
- 150 staff based at Gosport facility
- Over 6,000 m2 of secure facilities
- Quality measures consistently greater than 99.8%
- First company in Europe to gain Nadcap accreditation for both circuit card and cable assemblies
- Building Typhoon fighter aircraft cockpit assemblies for more than 20 years
- Manufacturing electronic guidance components for the world’s most widely used anti-tank missiles
- Supported mission-critical UHF satellite communications for the RN for over 20 years
- Design Authority for main communications masts on the Type 26 and Type 45 warships
Our Values
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Customer Focus
We develop strong relationships with a clear understanding of our customers’ needs that enable us to go above and beyond.
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Empowerment
We empower our staff and teams to be accountable and responsible to complete the job to the best levels of quality, time and cost.
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Development
Our workforce develops through experience, teamwork and training. We value diversity, openness, equality, respect and passion.
An Assured Service
We ensure that you always get a consistently high standard of service. In addition to our other accreditations, we were the first company in Europe to gain NADCAP certification for both AC7120 (Circuit Card Assembly), and AC7121 (Cable and Harness).
ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System AS9100D – Quality Management in the Aerospace SectorCyber Essentials Plus – Cyber Security
ISO14001:2015 – Environmental Management
NADCAP AC7120 – Circuit Card Assembly
Together at STS Defence
Wherever you are in your career, STS Defence is a great place to work. We offer a competitive benefits package and a career development programme that will let you reach your full potential.
Working with us also means enjoying life outside of the office. With the facility in Gosport, you and your family can enjoy great amenities, schools and fantastic surroundings.
Find out moreOpportunities for apprentices and graduates
We work very closely with universities and colleges. Part of this relationship is in providing opportunities for students currently studying and those who have recently graduated to work in industry, developing their knowledge and applying their skills to real-world applications.
