Associate Systems Engineer

QinetiQ Group plc; Malvern; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology company based in Malvern is seeking an Associate Systems Engineer to provide technical support for various projects. In this role, you will engage with external stakeholders to understand their needs and collaborate with project teams to ensure effective technical designs. A strong background in engineering or a related field is essential, alongside a degree in a relevant discipline. Join us to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to critical national security projects.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Private Medical Insurance options

Employee discount portal

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Engineering or Science-based role is beneficial.
• A relevant degree or equivalent is required.
• Professional qualification or progress towards one is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements.
• Support technical design guided by senior engineers.
• Collaborate with project team members.
• Identify potential delivery issues.

Skills

Engineering or Science-based experience

Ability to collaborate with teams

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in relevant engineering or technical discipline

Job description

Overview

As an Associate Systems Engineer, you will help our customers to respond to ever evolving threats, based on our expertise in secured navigation, training, secure communication platforms, intelligence, surveillance and cyber security. Day‑to‑day, you’ll deliver mission‑winning innovation into global defence, security, and critical national infrastructure markets providing high quality, independent technical advice to a wide range of customers, in support of major acquisition programmes, and developing our own range of world‑leading products.

Responsibilities

• Engage with external stakeholder communities, gather material and understand their requirements.
• Support and undertake the technical design as guided by more senior Systems Engineers.
• Collaborate with other members of project teams.
• Identify potential issues such as delivery problems.

Qualifications

Previous experience in an Engineering or Science‑based role is an advantage. A Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering or technical discipline is required. Professional qualification or working towards one is preferred.

We value difference and do not have a fixed idea about background or education; if you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn, we would like to hear from you.

About QinetiQ

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow; we are creating it. From cutting‑edge defence technology to ground‑breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as an Associate Systems Engineer at our Malvern site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there's never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges. As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey.

Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you'll experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture: www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq.

Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance.
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days.
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance.
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and more.
• Support for the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
• Volunteering opportunities – helping charities and local community.

Recruitment Process

We want to make our recruitment process as inclusive as possible and aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting; applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the role you can be employed in. Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.