Systems Engineer

Gold Group Limited; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology innovation firm in the UK seeks a skilled Systems Engineer focused on simulation technologies. You will execute engineering activities on complex projects, deliver work packages, and ensure alignment with project leads. A degree in a related discipline and experience with simulation technologies are required. The role demands knowledge of systems engineering principles, as well as computer technologies. This is a contract position requiring Security Clearance or eligibility for it.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of distributed simulation technologies and standards, including DIS, HLA, and DDS.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycles, including requirements, design, and testing.
• Experience with computer technologies such as virtual machines, shared computing environments, and servers.
• Software development methods, processes, and scripting (e.g. Lua, PowerShell).
• Understanding of computer network architectures, protocols, and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Execute key systems engineering activities on significant and complex projects.
• Deliver work packages and report progress to project leads and customers.
• Communicate effectively with the STEATS Technical Lead and Project Manager to ensure alignment.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Requirements

System Design & Architecture

Integration

Verification & Validation (IV&V)

DIS (Distributed Interactive Simulation)

HLA (High Level Architecture)

DDS (Data Distribution Service)

Virtual Machines (VMware / Hyper‑V)

Shared Computing Environments

Education

Degree-level qualification in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or similar

Tools

Wireshark

Job description

Key Skills: Systems Engineering, Requirements, System Design & Architecture, Integration, Verification & Validation (IV&V), DIS (Distributed Interactive Simulation), HLA (High Level Architecture), DDS (Data Distribution Service), Virtual Machines (VMware / Hyper‑V), Shared Computing Environments. Servers & Hosting Platforms

About Us

We are at the forefront of technology innovation, providing cutting‑edge solutions to our clients. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity and expertise thrive. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer with a strong focus on simulation technologies to join our team on a contract basis.

The Role

So, what will you be doing as a Systems Engineer?

• Execute key systems engineering activities on significant and complex projects
• Deliver work packages and report progress to project leads and customers
• Communicate effectively with the STEATS Technical Lead and STEATS Project Manager to ensure alignment and delivery
• Support the STEATS Tools and STE Capability Leads in delivering:
  • Tactical data analysis tools
  • Real‐time combat system equipment simulators and stimulators

Qualifications

• Knowledge of distributed simulation technologies and standards, including DIS, HLA, and DDS
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycles, including requirements, design, and testing
• Experience with computer technologies such as virtual machines, shared computing environments, and servers
• Software development methods, processes, and scripting (e.g. Lua, PowerShell)
• Understanding of computer network architectures, protocols, and analysis, including:
  • TCP/IP, UDP, VLANs, NTP
  • Network analysis using tools such as Wireshark
• Degree‑level qualification in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a similar technical discipline, with relevant post‑degree experience (or equivalent experience)
• Full professional membership of a relevant professional body or equivalent accreditation

My client is keen to get this position filled ASAP, so if you feel you have the skills and desire to provide passion and drive as the next Systems Engineer, this is the opportunity for you!

Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy.