Junior Systems Integration Engineer - Lab & Test Focus

General Dynamics Missions System International; Blackwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine-day fortnight

Career development plan

Flexible benefits

Job summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems in the UK is seeking a Junior Systems Integration Engineer to support the integration, configuration, test, and verification of hardware and software components within complex tactical communications and information systems.

The role offers development opportunities across the system engineering lifecycle, including lab-based integration, troubleshooting, formal test execution, reporting, and support to field activities.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Networking, or a related discipline.
• Experience with system integration and test methodologies is desirable.
• Familiarity with toolsets used for lifecycle management and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support product and system integration activities for tactical C4I / TacCIS solutions in lab and controlled environments.
• Assist with setup, configuration, and commissioning of hardware, software, and network components.
• Contribute to the preparation of integration and test plans, procedures, scripts, and supporting documentation.
• Execute defined integration and test activities under guidance, capturing results accurately and maintaining evidence.
• Support verification, validation, and assurance activities by collecting test data and producing reports.
• Investigate issues using structured fault-finding and escalate as appropriate.
• Assist with build, test, and process automation activities and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineers to support design maturity by sharing lab observations.
• Maintain technical records using approved engineering tools and MS Office.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and take on more responsibility as experience grows.

Skills

System integration

Lab testing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree/HNC/HND/apprenticeship in relevant field

Equivalent experience in Systems Eng / Software Eng

Tools

DOORS

RQM

RTC

ALM

Job description

General Dynamics Mission Systems in the UK is seeking a Junior Systems Integration Engineer to support the integration, configuration, test, and verification of hardware and software components within complex tactical communications and information systems.

The role offers development opportunities across the system engineering lifecycle, including lab-based integration, troubleshooting, formal test execution, reporting, and support to field activities.