Systems Engineer

MBDA; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization in the UK seeks a Systems Engineer to work on complex projects in the Electro-Optical Seekers & Sensors Department. Key responsibilities include driving technical direction and engaging with design teams. The position offers a competitive salary of circa £40k to £55k, hybrid working arrangements, and strong professional development support.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contributions up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Up to 15 additional flexi leave days

Enhanced parental leave options

Subsidised meals and free parking

Qualifications

• A well-rounded Systems Engineer with experience in requirements analysis and specifications.
• Knowledge of the physics and technologies involved in Electro-Optical systems is desirable.
• Experience in model based engineering techniques, including SysML is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive the technical direction of products to meet customer requirements.
• Coordinate with specialist design teams and external entities.
• Support ongoing professional development while ensuring work-life balance.

Skills

Requirements analysis

System architecture design

System trade studies

Systems proving

Tools

IBM DOORS Next

Rhapsody

Job description

Bristol

We are looking for people to join our specialist Systems Team within MBDA working on some of the most complex and exciting projects we have ever undertaken. While we're looking for Systems Engineers, as long as you have the right behaviours, mind‑set and a solid engineering background, then please get in contact as we can help you develop the necessary skills and knowledge to meet this challenge.

Salary

Circa £40k to 55k depending on experience

Location

Bristol or Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working

On average 2/3 days per week on‑site due to workload classification.

Security Clearance

British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Security Clearance checks (SC), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity:

We have a fantastic opportunity to join as a Systems Engineer in our Electro‑Optical (EO) Seekers & Sensors Department. We are responsible for supporting MBDA's complex weapon programmes through the provision of specialist Electro‑Optical design support. Depending on the programme this will vary from specification and assessment through to delivery and support. We also lead and conduct industry‑leading innovative R&D activities to support future emerging programmes.

The successful applicant will join one of our project teams developing ground‑breaking EO Seekers & Sensors for our complex weapons. You will be responsible for driving the technical direction of our products to meet challenging customer requirements by engaging and coordinating with wider specialist design teams and external entities to ensure we successfully deliver on our commitments.

The nature of the work is broad, varied and dynamically changing. You will work within a highly skilled and expert team that will support you in delivering our commitments. We will work with you to develop your skills, knowledge and experience, as well as supporting your ongoing professional development, all while ensuring a good work‑life balance.

What we're looking for from you:

• A well‑rounded Systems Engineer with any of the following skills and experience:
• Requirements analysis, specifications and justification
• System architecture design and modelling
• System trade studies to inform design decisions
• Systems proving, design assurance and certification

Additionally, any of the following would be desirable, but not required to secure the role:

• Knowledge of the physics and technologies involved in Electro‑Optical systems
• Practical application of systems engineering processes to develop complex products, defence/aerospace industry or high integrity systems experience ideal
• Experience of model based engineering techniques, including SysML
• Use of systems engineering tools (e.g. IBM DOORS Next, Rhapsody, etc)
• Experience of managing engineering work packages to deliver value outcomes, including co‑ordination of other engineering disciplines and subject matter experts
• Managing stakeholders, including customers or suppliers
• Application of Defence, Military or other aerospace standards and design assurance processes is useful
• Experience of working in AGILE teams and applying AGILE frameworks beneficial.
• Knowledge of missile related technologies such as imaging, sensors, guidance, navigation, propulsion, datalinks, energetics, etc

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