Systems Engineer

HSB Technical; Redhill; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a Systems Engineer to design and configure systems for MoD and Government projects. This role requires a degree in engineering or IT and the ability to obtain DV Security Clearance. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and time management skills, as well as flexibility for site visits and customer support. The position offers benefits like an annual bonus and hybrid working after a probation period.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Private Healthcare

Company Pension

Sick Pay

On-site Parking

On-site Gym

25 days holiday plus BH

Qualifications

• Must hold or obtain DV Security Clearance.
• Degree in engineering, IT, or equivalent experience required.
• Cisco CCNA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure systems for MoD/Gov projects.
• Test, verify and evaluate new systems and software builds.
• Liaise with project offices for timely delivery of work.
• Conduct site visits for installation and commissioning.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management skills

Flexibility

Proactivity

Independence

Education

Degree-level qualification in engineering, IT, or related discipline

Cisco CCNA or equivalent network qualification

Tools

Broad ICT experience

Satellite communications experience

Job description

Position: Systems Engineer (MoD/Gov)

Job ID: 2394/13

Location: Surrey

Rate/Salary: To be confirmed upon application

Benefits: Annual Bonus, Private Healthcare, Company pension, Sick Pay, On-site Parking, On-site gym at the HQ, 25 days holiday plus BH, Hybrid working after 6 month probation + more

Type: Permanent / Full Time

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The job description below will outline this position: Systems Engineer (MoD/Gov). Typically, this person will design, configure, verify, and test systems for MoD and Government projects. The role includes liaising with project offices, defining equipment specifications, supporting trials, and ensuring all work meets project specifications and security requirements. Some travel to customer sites and flexibility for MoD/Gov support duties will be required.

HSB Technical's client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure systems for MoD/Gov projects in accordance with project specifications
• Liaise with project offices to ensure timely and accurate delivery of assigned work
• Test, verify, and evaluate new systems and software builds
• Define equipment lists, specifications, and IP structures for new projects
• Provide technical documentation, drawings, and configuration details for each project
• Conduct site visits in support of installation, commissioning, and trials
• Support customer meetings, providing technical expertise and solutions
• Contribute to technical proposals and provide training for new systems
• Act as part of the Duty MoD/Gov engineer rota as required
• Ensure all work adheres to company and security policies

Qualifications

• Must hold, or have the ability to obtain, DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance
• Minimum degree-level qualification in an engineering, IT, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Broad ICT and/or satellite communications experience is desirable
• Cisco CCNA (or equivalent network qualification) preferred
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Flexible, proactive, and capable of working independently
• Full UK driving licence

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd, who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.