Systems Engineer

Eclectic Recruitment Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense sector is seeking a skilled Systems Engineer to join their Systems Team in Stevenage. This role focuses on developing cutting-edge EO Seekers and Sensors for advanced weapon systems, requiring collaboration with experts and stakeholders. You'll have opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment that values work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Systems Engineering with a focus on military/aerospace projects.
• Ability to drive technical directions and collaborate on complex projects.
• Strong background in systems design and development.

Responsibilities

• Drive the technical direction of EO Seekers & Sensors development.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for successful project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with defence and aerospace standards.

Skills

Requirements analysis

System architecture design

Design assurance and certification

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About the Company

Due to an increased workload, we are seeking experienced Systems Engineers to join a specialist Systems Team for a leading defence client of ours, based in Stevenage. You will be working on highly complex, yet exciting projects. We are looking for someone with the right mind-set and behaviours to compliment a solid engineering background. This opportunity offers excellent potential for career progression within a leading European defence company.

About the Role

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer to join the Electro-Optical (EO) Seekers & Sensors Department. This team is integral to the success of complex weapon programmes, providing specialist EO design expertise across all stages of development, from specification and assessment to delivery and ongoing support. The department also leads innovative research and development to support future technologies. In this role, you will be part of a dedicated project team developing cutting-edge EO Seekers & Sensors for advanced weapon systems.

You will play a key role in shaping the technical direction of products, collaborating with internal experts and external partners to ensure successful delivery. This is a varied and dynamic position within a highly skilled team, offering plenty of opportunities for professional development. The company is committed to supporting your growth and ensuring a healthy work-life balance while working on industry-leading technologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive the technical direction of EO Seekers & Sensors development to meet customer requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of project commitments.
• Lead and coordinate system design activities, ensuring alignment with programme objectives.
• Manage engineering work packages, including co-ordination with other disciplines and subject matter experts.
• Oversee the delivery of systems proving, design assurance, and certification.
• Apply engineering processes to ensure the development of high-quality, complex systems.
• Support research and development initiatives for future emerging technologies.
• Contribute to AGILE team activities and apply AGILE frameworks effectively.
• Ensure compliance with relevant defence, military, or aerospace standards.

Qualifications - 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

If this opportunity aligns with your skills and career goals, please contact Keelan ASAP or apply via this advert!

*Due to the nature of the industry and the job classification, all candidates are required to have British Citizenship, or dual nationality inclusive of British Citizenship, prior to applying*

We endeavour to respond to every candidate; however, if you have not heard from us within 10 days, please assume that you have been unsuccessful or that the position has been filled. Feel free to call the office or send an email to discuss other potential opportunities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing, Airlines and Aviation, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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