Senior System Engineer

Atlas Recruitment Group Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead design and integration efforts for complex systems. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in multi-disciplinary development and a strong understanding of requirements management tools. This position offers the opportunity to innovate within an environment that values collaboration and curiosity. The role is based in Rochester, Kent, offering a competitive salary package of up to £60,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing multi-disciplinary systems (electronics, software, optics, mechanics).
• Strong knowledge of requirements management and MBSE tools.
• Passion for precision, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the charge on design and integration of systems.
• Mentor future talent in engineering.
• Define how advanced systems are brought to life.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements management

Multi-disciplinary systems development

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics

Tools

DOORS

MATLAB

SysML

Job description

Senior Systems Engineer

Aerospace & Defence

Rochester, Kent

Up to £60,000 DOE

Be the mind behind the machines that keep the skies safe.

At the cutting edge of flight and safety systems, our engineers don’t just build technology — they craft precision, reliability, and innovation in every circuit and line of code. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you’ll transform complex ideas into lifesaving, real-world systems used across military and commercial platforms.

You’ll lead the charge on design and integration, mentor future talent, and help define how advanced systems are brought to life — all while working in an environment that values curiosity, collaboration, and clever thinking.

If solving intricate problems with impact excites you, this is for you.

What you’ll need :

• Proven experience developing multi-disciplinary systems (electronics, software, optics, mechanics)
• Strong knowledge of requirements management and MBSE tools (e.g. DOORS, MATLAB, SysML)
• Degree in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics
• Passion for precision, innovation, and continuous improvement

If you’re interested in an initial conversation, please click ‘apply’ and we’ll be in touch within 24 hours.