Lead Systems Engineer - Defence Tech, Hybrid, Impact

Leonardo UK Ltd; Caddington; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology company is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to tackle real-world challenges in designing defense solutions. The role involves defining system requirements, leading studies, and prototyping technologies. Candidates should have applied engineering experience and a strong systems-thinking mindset. This position offers hybrid working options and extensive benefits, including a comprehensive healthcare plan and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Private healthcare

25 holidays plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Gym membership

Free access to over 4000 online courses

Referral Incentive

Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• Applied engineering experience and systems-thinking mindset required.
• Expert or broad knowledge across the systems engineering lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Defining and developing system requirements.
• Leading concept studies and system trade-offs.
• Prototyping new technologies.
• Solving integration challenges and testing solutions.
• Working with industry partners and sharing knowledge.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Domain Expertise

Collaboration

Job description

A leading defence technology company is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to tackle real-world challenges in designing defense solutions. The role involves defining system requirements, leading studies, and prototyping technologies. Candidates should have applied engineering experience and a strong systems-thinking mindset. This position offers hybrid working options and extensive benefits, including a comprehensive healthcare plan and a supportive work culture.