System Design Authority Lead – Defence Sensor Systems

Drumgrange Ltd; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime or time off in lieu

Flexible working hours

Private medical care

Training and upskilling

Relocation package

Job summary

Drumgrange Ltd in Chertsey is seeking a highly experienced Senior Systems Engineer to lead a major project team as System Design Authority. You will be responsible for delivering complex systems involving sensors and communications for C4ISR customers.

The role includes system implementation, integration, and mentor support for a design team, with opportunities for system enhancements. Offering a flexible working environment, private medical care, and professional development opportunities are also part of the package.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering complex system design.
• Experience in full system lifecycle, including testing and integration.
• Strong technical knowledge of military-grade COTS communication and sensor systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team and act as the project’s technical authority.
• Oversee design activities ensuring rigorous test procedures are in place.
• Develop technical documentation and support testing and qualification activities.

Skills

Complex system design

Integration and test

C++

Java

C#

Understanding of network technologies

Technical communication

Leadership and team management

Ability to attain DV UK security clearance

Education

Graduate degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Software development tools

Job description

Drumgrange Ltd in Chertsey is seeking a highly experienced Senior Systems Engineer to lead a major project team as System Design Authority. You will be responsible for delivering complex systems involving sensors and communications for C4ISR customers.

The role includes system implementation, integration, and mentor support for a design team, with opportunities for system enhancements. Offering a flexible working environment, private medical care, and professional development opportunities are also part of the package.