Senior System Engineer

Randstad; Denham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous 9% Non-Contributory Pension Scheme

Comprehensive Healthcare Plan

Annual Leave Entitlement

Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

Occupational Health Services

Cycle to Work Scheme

Workplace Nursery Benefit

Employee Discounts Platform

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Delivery Consultant to lead the delivery of complex engineering solutions. The role requires a strong background in systems engineering methodologies and excellent documentation skills. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and relevant experience in systems engineering. This full-time position offers a robust non-contributory pension scheme and comprehensive healthcare plan.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in systems engineering, ideally within defence, aerospace, or transport sectors.
• Strong background in systems engineering methodologies such as V-model, MBSE, or Agile.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent documentation and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition and delivery of complex system solutions across the full engineering life cycle.
• Own complete work packages ensuring successful delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Develop system architectures and define technical requirements.
• Produce and review core systems engineering docs (requirements, interfaces, verification).
• Plan and execute design reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support integration, verification, and validation of components for performance and compliance.
• Contribute to bids by estimating effort and developing system concepts.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in systems engineering.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements management

Systems architecture development

Documentation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Familiarity with IBM DOORS

Proficient in SysML or UML

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or related

INCOSE ASEP/CSEP certification

Tools

IBM DOORS

Enterprise Architect

Job description

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Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Principal or Senior Systems Engineer to play a key role in delivering complex engineering solutions across a range of high-impact projects. You'll take technical ownership of key systems engineering activities, lead multidisciplinary teams, and drive the delivery of innovative solutions that meet our clients’ mission-critical needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition, development, and delivery of complex system solutions across the full engineering life cycle.
• Own complete work packages, ensuring successful delivery within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Develop system architectures, define technical requirements, and lead trade-off and impact analysis to guide decision-making.
• Produce and review core systems engineering documentation, including requirement specifications, interface definitions, and verification strategies.
• Plan and execute design reviews, working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Support the integration, verification, and validation of system components, ensuring they meet performance and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to bids and proposals by estimating effort, preparing technical responses, and developing system concepts.
• Act as a technical mentor, supporting the growth of junior engineers and promoting best practices in systems engineering.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven track record in systems engineering, ideally within defence, aerospace, transport, or related sectors.
• Strong background in systems engineering methodologies such as the V-model, MBSE, or Agile systems development.
• Proficient in requirements management and systems architecture development.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent documentation and presentation skills.
• Familiar with tools such as IBM DOORS, Enterprise Architect, and modelling languages like SysML or UML.

Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• INCOSE ASEP/CSEP certification or equivalent systems engineering accreditation.
• Experience with system integration, verification, and validation within a regulated environment
• Exposure to safety-critical or secure systems is a plus.
• Generous 9% Non-Contributory Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive Healthcare Plan
• Annual Leave Entitlement
• Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Occupational Health Services
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Workplace Nursery Benefit
• Employee Discounts Platform

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries
• IT System Testing and Evaluation

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