Senior Systems Integration Engineers - Applications and Interoperability

General Dynamics Missions System International; Blackwood; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm in the UK seeks a Senior Systems Integration Engineer to develop tactical gateway solutions for secure interoperability across networks. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in Windows networking, VMware ESXi, and integration of complex C4I systems. This role emphasizes problem-solving within a project team, delivering results throughout the system lifecycle. Offering a competitive salary and flexible benefits, this position requires onsite work in Blackwood, Wales.

Benefits

Compressed nine-day fortnight with every other Friday off

Personalized career development plan

Flexible working environment with recognized contributions

Qualifications

• Experience working with complex C4I systems/products on major development programmes.
• Strong understanding of Windows networking services like DNS, ADFS, PKI.
• Hands-on experience with VMware ESXi for virtualization and Windows Server Operating Systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate tactical gateway solutions for secure interoperability.
• Work with project teams delivering tasks from design through to testing.
• Responsible for delivering Work Packages focused on system interoperability.

Skills

Experience working with complex C4I systems/products

Strong understanding of Windows networking services

Hands‑on experience with VMware ESXi

Familiarity with cross‑domain solutions

Knowledge of network security components

Experience integrating Cisco networking equipment

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Good understanding of Computer Networking

Experience with NATO Federate Mission Network compliant systems

Knowledge of the System Engineering Lifecycle

Job description

Senior Systems Integration Engineers - Applications and Interoperability

• Full-time
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Compensation: GBP 45,600 - GBP 60,000 - yearly

General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of more than 13,000 top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defence and scientific arenas. In the UK, we are leading the way in avionics and communication systems. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.

We are hiring Systems Integration Engineers to work within the Applications and Interoperability team.

The role will focus on developing and integrating tactical gateway solutions that enable secure interoperability between disparate networks and systems.

The role will involve working with an integrated project team delivering projects and tasks through life, from System and Sub-system design through to test and acceptance and then support and experimentation in the field. The engineer will be responsible for delivering Work Packages that are focused on system interoperability with the Bowman Network. Within the role you will be able to demonstrate your experience and ability to conduct integration and technical problem solving alongside the end user.

To be successful in these particular roles you will demonstrate the following knowledge and experience:

• Experience working with complex C4I systems/products on major development programmes.
• Strong understanding of Windows networking services e.g. DNS, ADFS, PKI.
• Hands‑on experience with VMware ESXi for virtualization and Windows Server Operating Systems.
• Familiarity with cross‑domain solutions such as Dataguards Data Diodes etc.
• Knowledge of network security components such as firewall technologies or SIEM solutions.
• Experience configuring and integrating Cisco networking equipment and VOIP services.
• Excellent analytical, fault finding with the ability to pin‑point the root cause of an issue as well as problem solving skills.
• A good understanding of Computer Networking to assist with problem solving issues.
• Experience working with NATO Federate Mission Network (FMN) compliant systems is desirable.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all aspects of the wider System Engineering Lifecycle.

Salary for this position is £45,600 to £60,000 depending on experience plus our excellent flexible benefits package.

Due to the nature of these particular roles on site working is generally required.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose, offering impressive benefits:

• A compressed nine‑day fortnight and compressed hours - which means every other Friday off.
• A personalized career development plan, alongside regular progress reviews - supporting and valuing your progression within the Company.
• A flexible working environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded with flexible benefits

We believe in maintaining a diverse workplace - inclusive of beliefs, cultural background, job experiences, thoughts and ideas. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we welcome you to join our inclusive team!

Our success is fuelled by our colleagues and the wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills they bring to the Company.

We are a Disability Confident Employer, as such we offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Please email [e-mail] if you would like your application to be considered under the DC Scheme.

All successful/appointed applicants must be able to obtain a level of UK Security clearance that is appropriate for the role and undertake suitable Right to work checks

Every application matters to us. We want you to know that each application we receive is reviewed by a real person—not just an algorithm. Our screening questions are also carefully considered to help us understand your experience and fit for the role.

We appreciate the time you take to apply.