Electrical Systems Integration Engineer

Matchtech; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Flexible/hybrid working

Hybrid working arrangements

Onsite facilities

Free parking

Career development

Job summary

Matchtech in Bristol is seeking a Weapon System Electrical Integration Architect to lead the integration of electrical equipment into a cutting-edge weapon system. You will translate system requirements into electrical expectations, driving supplier delivery and guiding the project from requirements definition through to system acceptance with hybrid onsite work.

The role requires strong experience in electrical interfaces, system integration and technical leadership within a regulated defence

Qualifications

• Experience within systems engineering, electrical integration, electrical architecture or equipment engineering.
• Strong understanding of complex system integration and requirements management.
• Background in defence, aerospace, marine, rail, automotive or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience working with external suppliers and technical delivery packages.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical interface between the weapon system and equipment suppliers.
• Ensure electrical compatibility and integrity across complex subsystems and architectures.
• Support integration, verification, validation and acceptance activities.
• Define and manage electrical requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead supplier technical reviews and milestone meetings.
• Manage Statements of Work and oversee supplier performance against cost, quality and schedule objectives.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout development.
• Support key engineering decisions regarding equipment reuse, modification and new design.
• Ensure compliance with relevant electrical standards, regulations and certification requirements.

Skills

Systems engineering

Electrical integration

Electrical architecture

Supplier management

Verification & validation

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Weapon System Electrical Integration Architect

Bristol

Hybrid Working (2-3 Days Onsite)

Are you an Electrical Systems Engineer, Integration Engineer, Electrical Architect or Systems Engineer looking to work on one of the UK's most exciting next-generation defence programmes?

We are seeking a Weapon System Electrical Integration Architect to play a pivotal role in the integration of complex electrical equipment into a highly advanced weapon system. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, bringing together electrical architecture, system integration, supplier management and technical leadership to deliver a critical defence capability.

The Role

As the technical authority for electrical interfaces across the programme, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful integration of electrical equipment, subsystems and suppliers into the wider weapon system architecture.

This is not a detailed circuit design role. Instead, you will own the bigger picture, translating system requirements into clear electrical expectations, driving supplier delivery, managing technical risks and ensuring the overall system performs as intended.

Working across multiple engineering disciplines, you will influence technical direction and play a key role from requirements definition through to system acceptance.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical interface between the weapon system and equipment suppliers
• Ensure electrical compatibility and integrity across complex subsystems and architectures
• Support integration, verification, validation and acceptance activities
• Define and manage electrical requirements throughout the project lifecycle
• Lead supplier technical reviews and milestone meetings
• Manage Statements of Work and oversee supplier performance against cost, quality and schedule objectives
• Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout development
• Support key engineering decisions regarding equipment reuse, modification and new design
• Ensure compliance with relevant electrical standards, regulations and certification requirements

What We're Looking For

• Experience within systems engineering, electrical integration, electrical architecture or equipment engineering
• Strong understanding of complex system integration and requirements management
• Background in defence, aerospace, marine, rail, automotive or other highly regulated industries
• Experience working with external suppliers and technical delivery packages
• Understanding of verification, validation and certification processes
• Knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, interfaces or equipment integration
• Strong stakeholder engagement and technical communication skills

What's On Offer?

• Annual company bonus
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Up to 15 additional flexi-leave days
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave benefits
• Excellent onsite facilities including subsidised meals and free parking
• Career development within a world-class engineering environment

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to obtain the required security clearance and be a British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship.

If you're looking for an opportunity to influence the electrical architecture and integration of a complex defence capability while working alongside some of the industry's leading engineers, we'd love to hear from you.