Mission Systems IT Config & Build Engineer

QinetiQ; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology company based in Lincoln is seeking a Systems Engineer specializing in IT configuration and hardware integration. This role requires hands-on experience with COTS hardware and a methodical approach to build systems that meet strict engineering standards. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and testing of advanced mission systems while ensuring compliance with technical and security baselines. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth are included.

Benefits

30 days paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Company private medical and dental insurance

Company Share Incentive Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Annual profit and performance pay scheme

Funded role specific training

Qualifications

• Evidence of a methodical, disciplined approach to work.
• Strong experience using modern office applications.
• Good understanding of modern operating systems.
• Clear understanding of configuration control principles.
• Familiarity with Systems and Software Engineering Lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to systems engineering aspects of products.
• Define and improve system configurations and build scripts.
• Build and validate devices using deployment tooling.
• Conduct functional and integration testing.
• Maintain configuration control and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive

Strong experience with Microsoft Office

Understanding of Windows and Android

Knowledge of configuration control

Experience with MDM tools

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Windows Deployment Services

Microsoft Deployment Toolkit

Mobile Device Management tools

Job description

A leading defence technology company based in Lincoln is seeking a Systems Engineer specializing in IT configuration and hardware integration. This role requires hands-on experience with COTS hardware and a methodical approach to build systems that meet strict engineering standards. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and testing of advanced mission systems while ensuring compliance with technical and security baselines. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth are included.