Lead Naval Combat Systems Engineer – Strike Net (SC)

Gold Group; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Combat Systems Engineer to support the Royal Navy's Strike Net programme. This role involves leading a team to integrate and test complex maritime systems, develop technical documentation, and engage with stakeholders. Candidates should have a strong background in systems engineering, proven experience with maritime combat systems, and relevant educational qualifications. This is an urgent vacancy requiring SC clearance or eligibility to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in the integration, test, and evaluation of complex systems.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and support junior engineers on technical tasks.
• Experience producing technical artefacts in support of operational approval and assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide technical direction to subordinate Combat System Engineers.
• Engage with customers, stakeholders, and suppliers to understand requirements.
• Develop test strategies and plans, execute trials, and conduct post‑trial analysis.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Requirements

System Design & Architecture

Integration

Verification & Validation (IV&V)

Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS)

High Level Architecture (HLA)

Data Distribution Service (DDS)

Virtual Machines (VMware / Hyper-V)

Shared Computing Environments

Servers & Hosting Platforms

Education

Honours degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline

HNC/D level qualification

Job description

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Combat Systems Engineer to support the Royal Navy's Strike Net programme. This role involves leading a team to integrate and test complex maritime systems, develop technical documentation, and engage with stakeholders. Candidates should have a strong background in systems engineering, proven experience with maritime combat systems, and relevant educational qualifications. This is an urgent vacancy requiring SC clearance or eligibility to obtain it.