Senior System Engineer

Round-Peg Solutions (RPS); Brackley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Senior Systems Engineer, where you'll lead the development of next-generation aerospace technologies. This senior leadership role involves overseeing the full V-lifecycle of systems engineering, ensuring robust and compliant solutions. You'll collaborate with customers and internal teams to drive innovation in a high-impact environment. With a focus on quality and precision, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of aerospace while enjoying a supportive and dynamic workplace.

Benefits

30 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical cover

State-of-the-art working environment

Long-term career potential

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Systems, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field.
• Proven leadership in systems engineering within aerospace environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems development from concept to launch, ensuring compliance.
• Act as the primary technical interface for customers and suppliers.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Leadership

Customer Management

Aerospace Standards Compliance

Risk Management

Education

Degree in Systems Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

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Aerospace and Defence Recruitment, specialising in Quality in the North West

Are you ready to take the lead on next-generation aerospace technologies? We’re hiring a Senior Systems Engineer to join a innovative team developing cutting-edge systems for aviation platforms.

This is a senior leadership role where you'll own the full V-lifecycle. From early requirements capture through to integration, verification, and certification. You won’t be doing the hands-on engineering, but you’ll be the technical glue between customers and internal teams, ensuring solutions are robust, compliant, and delivered with precision.

• Lead systems development from concept to launch, aligning with technology roadmaps and programme goals.
• Own requirements capture, decomposition, and traceability across the full development lifecycle.
• Act as the primary technical interface for customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards including ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-178C, DO-254, and DO-160G.
• Support certification planning, risk management, and cross-functional design assurance.

What We’re Looking For – Senior Systems Engineer

• Degree qualified in Systems, Electrical, Aerospace, or a related field.
• Proven leadership in systems engineering within aerospace or high-integrity environments.
• Strong knowledge of the V-model, including system architecture, requirements flow-down, and verification strategy.
• Confident dealing with customers and managing technical dialogue at a senior level.
• Familiar with certification frameworks and safety-critical development standards.

Why Join as a Senior Systems Engineer?

You'll be part of a collaborative, high-impact team working on game-changing aerospace programmes. This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that blends innovation with world-class engineering rigour.

You'll receive:

• 30 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private medical cover
• New, state-of-the-art working environment
• Long-term career potential in a growing company

Interested in the Senior Systems Engineer role? Please apply today!

If you're ready to step into a visible, strategic role and shape the future of aerospace, apply now or reach out for a confidential chat within 1 working day of your application.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing

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