Naval Systems Engineer

Chess Dynamics; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group pension plan – matched up to 5%

Income protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance policy

Company shares incentive plan

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Wellbeing programme

Regular sports and social activities

Health Cash Plan

Recruitment referral bonus

Job summary

Chess Dynamics in Plymouth is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the Naval Systems Team. You will contribute to requirements capture, architecture design, safety analysis and verification across mechanical, electrical and software aspects, with responsibility for risk, cost and schedule.

The role requires 1–3 years’ maritime/naval systems experience, a degree in engineering, and familiarity with INCOSE methods. Hybrid/flexible working, 37.5 hours, and UK security clearance support are provided.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or physical sciences.
• 1–3 years' engineering experience, maritime/naval platforms desirable.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and INCOSE best practices.
• Multi-disciplinary knowledge across mechanical, electrical and software.
• Experience with requirements management tools (DOORS, Visure or R4J).
• Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Requirements Capture and management.
• Functional and Physical Systems Architecture Design and Definition.
• Functional, detailed design and safety analysis.
• Strong contribution to programme risk mitigation.
• Development of Engineering Management Plans (Safety Management, Test Integration & Acceptance, Technical Risk Management).
• Gathering of verification evidence for System Requirements.
• Creation of Procurement Specifications for sub-systems and components.
• Writing test specifications.
• Conducting Design reviews.
• Environmental Qualification Plans (EMC, Temperature, Shock & Vibration).
• Technical report writing.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements capture

Maritime/naval platforms

Safety analysis

Stakeholder communication

Design integration

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

DOORS

Visure

R4J

JIRA

Job description

Join our dynamic and growing Systems Engineering team based at the Chess Dynamics Office in Plymouth. You will be instrumental in the development, integration and testing of high-performance targeting and surveillance equipment for the Sea Eagle Naval Systems Products.

Our product portfolio ranges from low-TRL concept demonstrator systems with high levels of technical risk and a short development life cycle; to repeat orders of our hugely successful and proven suite of electro-optical surveillance and tracking systems.

You will be responsible for undertaking the Systems Engineering activities as part of one or more multi-disciplinary project teams, ensuring from the systems perspective that mechanical, electrical and software design aspects are coherent and ultimately the system meets the customer need.

You will enjoy the challenges of system complexity and conflicting requirements and have a keen eye for detail. You will be given the opportunity to play a leading role in the delivery of projects with significant levels of responsibility over project risks, cost, and schedule.

As a member of the Naval Systems Team, you will be required to work onboard Naval Platforms for the conduct of system Installation Inspections, commissioning and acceptance activities; which includes Setting To Work, Harbour and Sea Acceptance Trials with the customer/end user. Sea Safety Training is mandatory as part of this requirement and will be provided and funded by Chess for the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Requirements Capture and management.
• Functional and Physical Systems Architecture Design and Definition.
• Functional, detailed design and safety analysis
• Strong contribution to programme risk mitigation
• Development of Engineering Management Plans (Safety Management, Test Integration & Acceptance, Technical Risk Management).
• Gathering of verification evidence for System Requirements.
• Creation of Procurement Specifications for sub-systems and components.
• Writing test specifications.
• Conducting Design reviews.
• Environmental Qualification Plans (EMC, Temperature, Shock & Vibration)
• Technical report writing

Essential

• Degree in Engineering or physical sciences.
• 1 to 3 years’ engineering experience, with first hand experience of Maritime/Naval Platforms desirable.
• Strong understanding of Systems engineering principles, with knowledge of the INCOSE handbook and best practices desirable.
• Multi-disciplinary knowledge, between mechanical, electrical and software. A specialism is assumed, but sufficient knowledge of all three is required
• Proven communication skills
• Proficient in Report Writing. Desirable
• Involvement in Full Development Lifecycle of a product.
• Prior experience working as a Systems Engineer
• Experience in working closely with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in the use of requirements management tools (DOORS, Visure or R4J).
• Work package management in JIRA.
• Working in multi-disciplinary teams on projects with a high level of complexity.
• Experience working in the Maritime/Naval sector.
• Safety Management (MIL-STD 882E, DEF-STAN 00-56, ISO 12100:2010).
• Statutory Compliance (CE Marking).
• Camera Sensor Technology (InfraRed and visible spectrum, DRI performance).
• Fault-Tree and Failure Mode Analysis.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates our company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Courage.
• Confident and professional in front of customers.
• Highly organised and methodical approach, with an eye for detail.
• The ability to work independently when required.
• A flexible, conscientious, and diligent attitude.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and written skills.
• A resilient and adaptable approach.

Work Life Balance

• 37.5 hour working week.
• Lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
• Hybrid / flexible working arrangements.
• 28 days annual leave.
• Christmas closure.
• Holiday purchasing scheme.

Benefits

• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%
• Income protection scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service and physiotherapy consultations
• Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline
• Company shares incentive plan and save as you earn scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to wellbeing app and the addition of mental health support for all employees. Plus, regular activities across our sites to support and promote wellbeing
• Regular sports and social activities
• Health Cash Plan
• Reward platform (high street discounts, employee benefits, health, and wellbeing offerings).
• Recruitment referral bonus scheme
• Excellent learning & development opportunities
• Great working environment with free, onsite car parking across all our locations

Security Clearance Requirements

Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.