Combat Systems Engineer

Thomas Search; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK defence technology organization seeks an experienced Combat Systems Engineer for their Portsmouth location. This role involves executing systems engineering activities on key projects, engaging with stakeholders, and conducting sea trials. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Engineering or Physics and proven experience with Naval Combat Systems. Hybrid working patterns are available, and applicants must be eligible for SC clearance. Join a growing team focused on innovative maritime technologies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience on Naval Combat Systems or equivalent technology.
• Eligible for SC clearance.
• Degree qualified in Engineering, Physics or similar field.

Responsibilities

• Executing key systems engineering activities on significant projects.
• Engaging with external stakeholders to ensure needs are met.
• Conducting sea trials on Royal Navy Ships.

Skills

Naval Combat Systems

Radar

Sonar

Test & Evaluation

Integration

Education

Degree in Engineering or Physics

Job description

Overview

Thomas Search Recruitment Group has partnered with a leading UK defence technology organisation who is looking for experienced Combat Systems Engineers in the Portsmouth area. This is an exciting opportunity to work across ground‑breaking maritime innovations and be part of a growing professional community.

Key responsibilities

• Executing key systems engineering activities on significant projects
• Engaging with external and internal stakeholders to ensure customer and business needs are satisfied and issues are mitigated
• Directing technical documentation in support of work carried out
• Delivering work and reporting on progress to project leads and customers
• Conducting sea trials on Royal Navy Ships, including potentially overseas

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Physics or similar
• Proven experience on Naval Combat Systems or Radar, Sonar, C2 or Weapons
• Experience in Test & Evaluation or Integration

Portsmouth Technology Park (PTP) is a key site with the MOD, focusing on advanced technology development and engineering services. It is dedicated to research and development, ensuring that complex systems are designed, integrated and tested effectively to meet operational requirements. The facility utilises sophisticated modelling and simulation techniques to analyse and predict performance.

This role is a 37‑hour working week based at Portsdown Technology Park, Portsmouth, Hampshire. Hybrid working patterns are available. Travel to other sites across the UK will be expected.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.