Senior Systems Engineer

Copello; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in the UK is seeking a skilled systems engineer to contribute to advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. The role involves managing key System of Systems activities and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical thinking, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage senior stakeholders. This position offers the chance to influence design decisions within an agile environment, contributing to mission effectiveness and operational advantage.

Qualifications

• Pro-active systems engineer capable of working autonomously.
• Experience in developing and communicating new concepts and architectures.
• Ability to present and engage with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver key System of Systems concepting activities.
• Ownership of key requirements entities.
• Support cross functional assessment and analysis activities.

Skills

Analytical Systems thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to influence

Job description

Join a major defence programme focused on the design and delivery of a next-generation combat air capability, operating to an ambitious development timeline. The programme is built on a strong international partnership, bringing together the UK with key global allies to reshape how advanced air power is delivered.

We are looking for capable and motivated systems thinkers to play a key role within the programme team. This position offers a rare opportunity to contribute directly to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities, helping to simplify decision-making and enable the effective coordination of complex weapon systems in demanding operational environments. Your work will support the delivery of robust, integrated solutions that enhance mission effectiveness and operational advantage.

Some of the Key Accountabilities;

• Management and Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities
• Ownership of key requirements entities
• Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools
• Manage relationship with design teams to help define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need
• Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities
• Management of junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Experience Required

• An experienced systems engineer who is pro-active and readily able to work autonomously

• Analytical Systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design
• Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders
• The capability to take responsibility for decisions that affect several design domains / system elements
• Ability to influence and drive a narrative
• Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team
• Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills