Systems Design Engineer

Experis UK; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis UK is seeking a Senior Systems Design Engineer for a six-month contract near Tewkesbury. You will own system design from concept through qualification, interpreting requirements to deliver robust hardware within a systems engineering framework.

The role requires an engineering degree or equivalent, and experience in defence, aerospace, or related sectors is a plus. Travel and on-site collaboration may be involved.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or equivalent experience in a similar role (DEFSTAN-0035 REQUIRED)
• Proven ability to design hardware within a systems engineering framework - experience in defence, aerospace, or industrial sectors is a plus
• Strong knowledge of electrical, electronic, and computing systems
• Experience developing solutions for demanding conditions (shock, vibration, thermal extremes)
• Solid understanding of EMC principles and mechanical engineering fundamentals

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of system design activities from concept through to qualification
• Interpret technical requirements, create robust hardware designs, and ensure compliance with customer specifications
• Preparing detailed design documentation, supporting prototype builds, engaging with suppliers, and driving improvements across processes and tools

Skills

Systems engineering

Hardware design

EMC knowledge

Thermal design

Vibration design

Electrical systems

Education

Engineering degree

DEFSTAN-0035 REQUIRED

Job description

We’re seeking a Senior Systems Design Engineer to play a key role in shaping systems that support critical defence projects.

6 Month Contract

Some days on site near Tewkesbury

Take ownership of system design activities from concept through to qualification.

Interpret technical requirements, create robust hardware designs, and ensure compliance with customer specifications.

Preparing detailed design documentation, supporting prototype builds, engaging with suppliers, and driving improvements across processes and tools.

Needed:

• Degree in engineering or equivalent experience in a similar role (DEFSTAN-0035 REQUIRED)
• Proven ability to design hardware within a systems engineering framework - experience in defence, aerospace, or industrial sectors is a plus
• Strong knowledge of electrical, electronic, and computing systems
• Experience developing solutions for demanding conditions (shock, vibration, thermal extremes)
• Solid understanding of EMC principles and mechanical engineering fundamentals