Senior System Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK defence organisation seeks a MBSE Capability Lead in Stevenage. This role involves leading the deployment of Model-Based Systems Engineering practices, integrating systems engineering with various disciplines, and introducing AI into workflows. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including a performance-based bonus and flexible working culture.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Excellent Pension Contribution

Enhanced Parental Leave Policies

Subsidised Meals

Free Parking

Flexible Working Culture

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in systems engineering with MBSE practices.
• Demonstrated capability in deploying new engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of MBSE practices across UK programmes.
• Drive introduction of generative AI into systems workflows.

Skills

Systems Engineering

MBSE Practices

AI Applications

Communication

Education

Relevant Technical Degree

Job description

Job Description

MBSE Capability Lead

Location: Stevenage (2–3 days per week on-site)

Salary: Up to £60,000

Clearance Requirement: Sole British or Dual UK with British Citizenship

We are currently collaborating with a leading UK defence organisation at the forefront of digital transformation within engineering. As part of a major programme to extend Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) into a fully integrated End-to-End Model-Based Engineering (E2E MBE) framework, this client is seeking a Digital Engineering – Systems Capability Lead to join their fast-evolving Systems Engineering and Design function.

Role Highlights

• Lead the continued deployment and refinement of MBSE practices across UK programmes.

• Support integration of systems engineering with disciplines such as software, ECAD, MCAD, and speciality engineering.

• Drive the introduction of generative AI into systems workflows, including use of productivity tools and specialist LLMs.

• Champion initiatives around engineering data modelling, governance, analytics, and lifecycle management.

• Create best-practice guidance and contribute to capability uplift through training and hands-on support.

• Act as a key advisor, collaborating with and international engineering teams to embed new technologies and methods.

Key Requirements

• Extensive experience in systems engineering, with strong understanding of MBSE practices.

• Demonstrated capability in deploying new engineering tools or digital capabilities across large organisations.

• Proven ability to influence across technical disciplines and manage change.

• Experience or genuine interest in AI applications, digital modelling, and data-centric engineering.

• Strong communication skills and a holistic, strategic approach to systems thinking.

• Relevant technical degree or equivalent experience required.

• Must hold British citizenship or dual UK (with British citizenship) due to security clearance requirements.

What’s On Offer

• Up to 21.25% annual bonus (company performance-based)

• Excellent pension contribution – up to 14% total (employer and employee)

• Enhanced parental leave policies, including support for fertility treatment and neonatal care

• Subsidised meals, free parking, and other on-site benefits

• Flexible working culture with strong support for work-life balance

To apply or find out more, reach out to Declan Bryson at Anson McCade on 07529 161950.