Senior Combat Systems Consultant

BAE Systems; Nursted; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor based in the UK is seeking a Combat Systems Consultant to support operational analysis in maritime and land systems. The role involves working collaboratively to address complex problems and requires strong experience in combat systems and stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates will have an engineering background and a degree or equivalent. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement and a salary up to £76,200 plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) with relevant professional experience in engineering, defence, or combat systems.
• Expertise in combat systems.
• Robust engineering background for complex defence systems.

Responsibilities

• Support MarLabs analysis tasks and technical support delivery.
• Work with operational analysts for performance representation.
• Provide technical insights regarding combat system capabilities.
• Support MarLabs modelling and wargaming activities.
• Conduct research for operational analysis and technology roadmaps.

Skills

Combat systems expertise

Engineering background

Stakeholder engagement

Innovative problem-solving

Education

Degree in engineering or equivalent

Job description

A leading defence contractor based in the UK is seeking a Combat Systems Consultant to support operational analysis in maritime and land systems. The role involves working collaboratively to address complex problems and requires strong experience in combat systems and stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates will have an engineering background and a degree or equivalent. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement and a salary up to £76,200 plus benefits.