Systems Engineer

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment specialist in the UK seeks aSystems Engineer for a transformative role in the Defence sector. This position involves developing advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities and requires security clearance and UK residency. Candidates will work on ambitious projects involving international collaboration and have opportunities for professional growth and flexible arrangements.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contributions up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Flexi Leave up to 15 additional days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate new concepts and architectures.
• Experience in requirements elicitation and decomposition.
• Capable of mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities.
• Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools.
• Support cross-functional assessment and analysis activities.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Systems full lifecycle

V&V

Systems Test

Systems Integration

IVVQ

MBSE

Job description

Overview

We are seeking dynamic and motivated system thinkers to become integral members of our programme team.

Key skills

• Systems Engineering
• Systems full lifecycle
• V&V
• Systems Test
• Systems Integration
• IVVQ
• MBSE

Important

Position subject to security clearance and proof of 5-year UK residency.

The Opportunity

Join a ground-breaking programme within the Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force within an ambitious timeframe. This initiative is built upon a global partnership through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK with international allies Italy and Japan. Together, we aim to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons, moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and efficient approach.

This role offers an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. Your work will be instrumental in reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, ensuring our missions are executed with precision and effectiveness.

Join us and be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of combat air operations.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities
• Requirements elicitation and decomposition
• Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools
• Work with design teams to define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need
• Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What we're looking for

• Analytical systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design
• Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders
• The capability to take responsibility for decisions that affect several design domains / system elements
• Ability to influence and drive a narrative
• Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team
• Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills

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…

Matchtech is a STEM Recruitment Specialist, with over 40 years’ experience