System Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence sector is seeking a Systems Group Leader to oversee the development of innovative electromechanical systems in Kingston upon Hull. The successful candidate will mentor a team of engineers, ensure quality delivery, and drive continuous improvement amid evolving industry standards. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic projects while being part of a rapidly growing organization.

Benefits

Group Pension Plan – with matched contributions up to 5%

Income Protection Scheme & Employee Assistance Program

Company Share Incentive Plan & Save-As-You-Earn Scheme

Discounts on Gym Memberships

Rewards Platform – including high street discounts and health & wellbeing offerings

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading systems engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge in electromechanical systems and defence applications.
• British citizenship required for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of systems engineers.
• Oversee the systems engineering lifecycle for electromechanical systems.
• Support cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Systems Engineering

Technical Excellence

Continuous Improvement

Collaboration

Job description

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System Specialist, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Take the lead in shaping innovative electromechanical systems for defence applications. As a Systems Group Leader, you'll mentor a skilled team, drive technical excellence across the systems engineering lifecycle, and ensure seamless integration while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Location – Kingston upon Hull

What we can offer you:

• Group Pension Plan – with matched contributions up to 5%
• Income Protection Scheme & Employee Assistance Program
• Company Share Incentive Plan & Save-As-You-Earn Scheme
• Discounts on Gym Memberships
• Rewards Platform – including high street discounts, employee benefits, and health & wellbeing offerings

The role:

In this role, you will lead and develop a team of systems engineers, guiding the design, integration, and delivery of advanced electromechanical systems for defence applications. You will ensure engineering excellence across the full lifecycle, support cross-functional collaboration, and drive continuous improvement. You’ll also contribute to strategic planning, support bids, and keep the team aligned with evolving technologies and industry standards.

What we want from you:

• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of systems engineers, fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment.
• Oversee the full systems engineering lifecycle, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery of defence solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration and technical alignment.
• Support business growth through technical input on bids, resource planning, and strategic team development.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation, staying up to date with industry standards and emerging technologies.

For Security Clearance reasons, to work in this role, you must have British citizenship or be a dual national with British citizenship.

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