Senior Combat Systems Engineer

Gold Group; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Combat Systems Engineer to support the Royal Navy's Strike Net programme. This role involves leading a team to integrate and test complex maritime systems, develop technical documentation, and engage with stakeholders. Candidates should have a strong background in systems engineering, proven experience with maritime combat systems, and relevant educational qualifications. This is an urgent vacancy requiring SC clearance or eligibility to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in the integration, test, and evaluation of complex systems.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and support junior engineers on technical tasks.
• Experience producing technical artefacts in support of operational approval and assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide technical direction to subordinate Combat System Engineers.
• Engage with customers, stakeholders, and suppliers to understand requirements.
• Develop test strategies and plans, execute trials, and conduct post‑trial analysis.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Requirements

System Design & Architecture

Integration

Verification & Validation (IV&V)

Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS)

High Level Architecture (HLA)

Data Distribution Service (DDS)

Virtual Machines (VMware / Hyper-V)

Shared Computing Environments

Servers & Hosting Platforms

Education

Honours degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline

HNC/D level qualification

Job description

Job Title: Senior Combat Systems Engineer

Location: Portsmouth

Day Rate: £DOE Inside IR35

Term: 6 Months

Security Clearance: SC to start

Key Skills: Systems Engineering, Requirements, System Design & Architecture, Integration, Verification & Validation (IV&V), DIS (Distributed Interactive Simulation), HLA (High Level Architecture), DDS (Data Distribution Service), Virtual Machines (VMware / Hyper‑V), Shared Computing Environments, Servers & Hosting Platforms

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Combat System Engineer (CSE) to play a pivotal role in delivering operationally effective naval combat systems in support of the Royal Navy's Strike Net programme.

Working as part of a highly skilled team of Combat System Engineers, you will plan and execute integration, test, evaluation, and acceptance activities, ensuring complex maritime systems meet demanding operational requirements. You will contribute to the development of Design Authority capability, support sea trials, and generate the technical evidence required for safe and assured system integration.

The Role

So, what will you be doing as a Senior Combat Systems Engineer?

• Lead and provide technical direction to subordinate Combat System Engineers in support of Strike Net development
• Engage with customers, stakeholders, and suppliers to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions
• Develop test strategies and plans, execute trials, and conduct post‑trial analysis
• Produce high‑quality technical documentation, including Supporting Evidence for Certificates of Safe Integration
• Deliver clear and accurate progress reports to senior technical and project stakeholders
• Participate in and support sea trials on board Royal Navy ships

Qualifications

• Experience working with maritime combat systems and system‑of‑systems technologies
• Proven track record in the integration, test, and evaluation of complex systems
• Ability to lead, mentor, and support junior engineers on technical tasks
• Experience producing technical artefacts in support of operational approval and assurance
• Awareness of Test & Evaluation and/or system integration processes
• Ability to work effectively within mixed military and civilian teams
• Honours degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or a clear willingness to work towards chartership
• HNC/D level qualification may be considered with appropriate and relevant experience

Additional Information

My client is keen to get this position filled ASAP, so if you feel you have the skills and desire to provide passion and drive as the next Senior Combat Systems Engineer, this is the opportunity for you!

PLEASE NOTE: Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy.