Systems Design Engineer

ALTEN; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a System Design Engineer to work on high-profile defense projects in East Midlands. You will contribute to the design of safety-critical control systems and must have a degree in relevant engineering fields. Key responsibilities include developing control system requirements and conducting safety analyses. The role offers competitive salary and benefits such as private medical insurance and a pension scheme. Join a team dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Social atmosphere with team buildings

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Comfortable writing and reviewing system/software requirements.
• Background in product development within a safety-critical environment.
• Exposure to EASA/FAA certification processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Preliminary & Critical Design Reviews.
• Develop control system requirements for airborne applications.
• Conduct FMEA/FMECA and safety analysis.

Skills

Writing and reviewing system/software requirements

Root cause analysis lifecycle impact

Experience with model-based systems

Collaboration and communication

Knowledge of safety analysis techniques

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or Controls Engineering

Job description

What will you be doing

At ALTEN we partner with some of the most respected names in aerospace and defence to deliver cutting‑edge engineering solutions. With 55,000 engineers worldwide we are trusted to solve the problems that others can’t and are growing.

We’re looking for a System Design Engineer to join a high‑profile defence project contributing to the design of safety‑critical control systems in line with aerospace standards. If you’re passionate about solving complex technical challenges and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Your main responsibilities will be

• Support Preliminary & Critical Design Reviews
• Review and validate design changes and software high‑level requirements
• Develop control system requirements for airborne applications
• Conduct FMEA / FMECA and safety analysis
• Apply ARP4754 DO‑178B / C and DO‑254 guidance in a regulated environment
• Represent systems engineering in cross‑functional reviews

Who are we looking for

• Comfortable writing and reviewing system / software requirements
• Skilled in root cause analysis lifecycle impact and change validation
• Experience with model‑based systems and digital engineering toolsets
• Ability to collaborate and communicate clearly across teams
• Knowledge of safety analysis techniques (FMEA / FMECA)

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or Controls Engineering
• Background in product development within a safety‑critical environment
• Exposure to EASA / FAA certification processes is a plus
• Previous work on gas turbine engines or propulsion systems is desirable

Additional Information

Why join us

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN Labs mentoring programs, internal universities and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We’re here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow today!

In short you get

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with premium customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere: regular gatherings and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Remote work: No

Employment type: Full‑time

Key skills

• Environment
• Academics
• Java​-se
• Cost Estimation
• Fire
• Business Studies

Experience required: years

Vacancy: 1