Lead Security Systems Engineer (Aviation)

Leonardo S.p.A.; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension up to 15% employer contrib.

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Leonardo UK in Southampton is seeking a Principal/Lead Systems Engineer (Security) to design and develop security-related functionality for the next generation airborne communications system. You will engage with cross-functional teams, the project security function, international partners and customers to deliver robust security solutions.

The role emphasises architecture, security protocol experience, and clear technical reporting, with hybrid working options and strong career development

Qualifications

• Experience in development of military and/or civil communication systems.
• Experience in security protocols such as authentication and encryption.
• Ability to produce detailed technical reports.
• Graduate degree in relevant engineering, mathematics or related scientific discipline.

Responsibilities

• Manage system requirements.
• Feasibility studies to determine system architecture.
• Modelling of security functionality.
• Producing clear and concise technical documentation for your work.
• Support to the Project Engineering Lead to plan and develop work packages and subsequent reporting against these.
• Display good team working behaviours and take responsibility to manage your own workload with the team.
• Engaging with customers and suppliers as necessary.

Skills

Security protocols

System requirements

Technical reporting

Embedded systems

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Leonardo UK in Southampton is seeking a Principal/Lead Systems Engineer (Security) to design and develop security-related functionality for the next generation airborne communications system. You will engage with cross-functional teams, the project security function, international partners and customers to deliver robust security solutions.

The role emphasises architecture, security protocol experience, and clear technical reporting, with hybrid working options and strong career development