Naval Systems Engineer

Electus Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence company is seeking a skilled Naval Systems Engineer in Bristol. This permanent role offers the chance to shape the design and integration of next-generation missile systems. You will support complex systems delivery and collaborate with customers and partners. Ideal candidates will have proven systems engineering experience and strong collaboration skills. Competitive salary up to £57,000 and hybrid working conditions available.

Qualifications

• Proven systems engineering experience in defence or complex systems.
• Ability to conduct use case analysis and requirements justification.
• Experience with system trade studies and architecture design.
• Strong collaboration skills with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of complex systems through use case analysis and requirements specification.
• Collaborate with defence customers and industrial partners to drive critical design decisions.

Skills

Systems engineering experience

Use case analysis

Requirements justification

System trade studies

Architecture design

Collaboration skills

Job description

Naval Systems Engineer – Permanent – Bristol

A leading defence company working on cutting‑edge naval technologies is seeking a skilled Naval Systems Engineer to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to shape the design and integration of next‑generation missile systems for naval platforms.

About the Role

You will support the delivery of complex systems through use case analysis, requirements specification, system trade studies, and architecture modelling. Collaborating closely with defence customers, industrial partners, and cross‑functional teams, you will help drive critical design decisions and integration activities.

What You’ll Need

• Proven systems engineering experience in defence or complex systems
• Ability to conduct use case analysis and requirements justification
• Experience with system trade studies and architecture design
• Strong collaboration skills with multiple stakeholders

Why Apply?

Join a fast‑paced environment focused on advanced defence solutions that directly support national security. Work alongside experts in a company dedicated to innovation in naval missile systems.

Salary & Benefits

Up to £57,000 depending on experience

Hybrid working: 3-4 days onsite in Bristol

Security & Nationality

Due to the nature of work at our client’s site, these vacancies are only open to British Citizens who hold SC clearance or can obtain it.

This is a permanent role.