Senior Systems Engineer

Expleo; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace and defense sector is expanding and seeking a Senior Systems Engineer in Barnstaple. This role involves engaging in a variety of systems engineering activities, including the full engineering lifecycle and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should be UK nationals capable of securing Security Clearance and have a strong understanding of systems engineering processes. The company offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Access to accredited training courses via Expleo Academy

Competitive company benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as an engineer in Hardware, Software, or Systems engineering.
• Full knowledge of the 'V' lifecycle.
• Ability to manage complex design development throughout the engineering lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems solutions.
• Engage in systems definition, requirements apportionment, and verification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Systems Engineering

Project Management

Technical Skills

Education

HNC / HND / FD or Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

DOORS

MS Office

Job description

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Overview

Expleo are going through a period of growth and are in need of a number of Systems Engineers across all levels for exciting Aerospace,Defence and Marine projects. These Systems Engineering vacancies present an exciting opportunities for a ambitious individuals to develop and grow their skills and knowledge within a thriving organisation.

You will be engaged in a wide variety of Systems Engineering activities covering the entire engineering lifecycle, including; systems definition, input to estimates and bid activities, requirements apportionment, systems architecting, integration, verification & validation, which will involve proactive interaction and communication with other Engineering and non-Engineering functions. Candidates with a good understanding of all aspects of Systems Engineering relating to lifecycle processes and methodologies should apply. Specific experience in precision guidance control systems is particularly sought after for this role.

An average of 2-3 days on-site in Barnstaple is expected for this role. Due to the Defence nature of our projects you will need to be a UK national and capable of securing Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems solutions that meet our clients' needs. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of systems, while adhering to industry standards and best practices.
• Duties include but not limited to -
• • Systems Engineering
    • Requirements and Use Case analysis
    • Concept assessment and design trade studies
    • System architecture design and functional modelling
    • Performance assessment and systems behavior analysis
    • Verification, Validation and Certification
    • Developing Sonar Products (either an underwater telephone or depth sounder) in the customers Underwater Battlespace Division.
    • Full systems development lifecycle involvement, from requirements management through to V&V and delivery.

Qualifications

• A HNC / HND / FD or Bachelor's degree in an engineering subject

Essential skills

• Worked as an engineer on either Hardware, Software or Systems engineering.
• Full knowledge of 'V' lifecycle
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Stakeholder Management
• Looking for someone with experience, initiative, and proactive attitude with good balance of soft and technical skills who can liaise with stakeholders and push the project forward
• Familiar with DOORS & MS Office

Desired skills

• Project and Programmes Experience desirable
• Defence Sector Highly desirable
• Sonar domain knowledge and electronics background are highly desirable but not essential
• Marine Sector highly desirable
• Fleet Operations desirable
• Modifications and configuration management

Experience

• The post holder must be able to demonstrate relevant knowledge and skills required in the technical management of complex design development throughout the design lifecycle
• Sound understanding of engineering design and safety practice as relevant to discipline, post and project requirements
• Sound project specification & planning experience
• Sound understanding of Company and departmental procedures relating to Design, Health & Safety and Quality requirements, and ability to manage projects in accordance with these procedures.
• Working knowledge of relevant engineering office computer applications
• Experience of the design support to construction, operation, refit/repair of conventional and nuclear submarines and/or facilities

What do I need before I apply

• SC clearance already in place

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
  • Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
  • Communicating and promoting vacancies
  • Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
  • Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
  • Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive

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