Lead Systems Engineer – Defence Tech, Hybrid

Leonardo SpA; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

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Job summary

Leonardo UK in Luton is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to design and integrate next-generation defence systems. You will lead concept studies, define requirements, and prototype new technologies, working with industry partners to solve complex integration challenges.

You bring applied engineering experience across MBSE, RF, AI/ML, and electronic warfare, with a proven ability to trade off options and deliver robust solutions in a hybrid, security-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• MBSE, system architecture, integration and verification & validation.
• Domain knowledge in digital signal processing, RF, AI/ML, multi-sensor fusion, electronic warfare.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop system requirements.
• Lead concept studies and system trade-offs.
• Prototype new technologies.
• Resolve integration challenges and testing.
• Collaborate with industry partners and internal safety, security and reliability teams.

Skills

MBSE

Systems Engineering

RF Systems

AI/ML

Sensor Fusion

Job description

Leonardo UK in Luton is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to design and integrate next-generation defence systems. You will lead concept studies, define requirements, and prototype new technologies, working with industry partners to solve complex integration challenges.

You bring applied engineering experience across MBSE, RF, AI/ML, and electronic warfare, with a proven ability to trade off options and deliver robust solutions in a hybrid, security-conscious environment.