Mission Planning Systems Engineer

Electus Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mission Planning Systems Engineer in Bristol. This permanent role involves taking ownership of mission planning systems and improving multi-location solutions. Ideal candidates will have systems engineering experience, strong analytical skills, and must be British citizens eligible for SC clearance. The role offers a competitive salary of £52,500 - £57,000, hybrid working options, and a range of benefits including a company bonus and pension contributions.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension up to 14% total contribution

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• British citizen eligible for SC clearance.
• Experience with requirements capture and configuration management.
• Familiarity with mission planning principles or similar defence systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support mission planning systems across the full product lifecycle.
• Solve complex technical challenges and support system integration.
• Engage with end-users and internal stakeholders to refine solutions.
• Work hands-on with operational equipment to validate designs.

Skills

Systems engineering experience

Collaborative team skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification

Tools

Requirements tools such as DOORS

Job description

Mission Planning Systems Engineer

Take ownership of mission planning systems and influence end-to-end delivery. Shape and improve solutions across multi-location teams.

Location

Bristol - hybrid - onsite 3 days a week

What you will need

• British citizen eligible for SC clearance
• Systems engineering experience across the full lifecycle
• Experience with requirements capture and configuration management
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams

Salary and rewards

£52,500 - £57,000

What you will be doing

• Develop and support mission planning systems across the full product lifecycle
• Solve complex technical challenges and support system integration
• Engage with end-users and internal stakeholders to refine solutions
• Work hands‑on with operational equipment to validate designs

Your experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with mission planning principles or similar defence systems
• Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification
• Experience using requirements tools such as DOORS

Benefits and balance

Rewards extend beyond pay with company bonus up to £2,500, pension up to 14% total contribution and flexible working arrangements.

These vacancies require SC clearance. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain relevant clearance.

This is a permanent role.