Systems Engineer (Aerospace)

Boeing; South Cheriton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Continued learning

Inclusive culture

Pension Plan

Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

Well Being Programs

Job summary

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited is seeking a Systems Engineer to translate customer needs into effective aerospace solutions. You will work in a collaborative SEIT team applying MBSE, managing requirements, interfaces, and verification activities, while supporting proposals and customer engagements.

The role emphasizes modelling standards, governance, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced defence environment, with opportunities for career growth and broad project exposure.

Qualifications

• Experience across Systems Engineering elements: requirements mgmt, interface mgmt, architecture, MBSE, V&V.
• Exposure to MBSE modelling tools and structured modelling for requirements and architecture.
• Willingness to develop MBSE knowledge and modelling standards.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to requirement spec development with cross-functional teams.
• Develop system solutions using MBSE and trade studies; own work packages.
• Support ITEA plans and artefacts; prepare inputs and docs.
• Manage technical baselines and change control with stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain system engineering artefacts with increasing autonomy.
• Support governance activities: metrics, reporting, risk management.

Skills

Systems Engineering

MBSE

Requirements mgmt

Interface mgmt

V&V

C3I knowledge

MS Office

Written communication

Tools

IBM DOORS

Magic Systems Architect

Cameo Systems Modeler

Enterprise Architect

Job description

Systems Engineer (Aerospace)

Company:

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

The Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (SEIT) department supports programmes across the Fixed Wing, Vertical Lift and Digital business areas. We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development and delivery of innovative services and solutions for our customers.

In this role, you will apply systems engineering principles to translate customer needs and requirements into effective solutions, working as part of multidisciplinary teams to support business development activities, develop proposals, and deliver verified engineering outcomes.

You will operate within a collaborative and dynamic engineering environment that values openness, innovation, safety, first-time quality and technical excellence. We are committed to supporting employee wellbeing and fostering a positive team culture that enables individuals and teams to perform at their best.

As part of your career development with Boeing, you will have opportunities to apply and expand your skills across a broad range of programmes and business opportunities. By bringing your experience and expertise to the team, you will help strengthen engineering capability, support continuous improvement, and contribute to the successful delivery of customer-focused solutions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Contributing to the development and refinement of requirement specifications in collaboration with cross‑functional teams, taking ownership of allocated elements while working under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assisting in developing systems solutions using approaches such as Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Trade Studies, with responsibility for defined work packages.
• Supporting the creation of plans and associated artefacts for Integration, Test, Evaluation and Acceptance (ITEA) activities, taking ownership of preparing specific inputs or documentation.
• Helping to manage technical baselines (e.g., requirements, performance measures, solution definitions), including maintaining configuration and change control, while coordinating with stakeholders across the wider organisation.
• Developing and maintaining systems engineering artefacts (e.g., management plans, schedules, reports) with increasing autonomy for assigned tasks.
• Contributing to technical management and governance activities (metrics, reporting, team tasking, risk/issue/opportunity management), ensuring accurate data and timely updates.
• Collaborating with and preparing structured inputs for Customer representatives and global partners, supporting senior team members in customer engagement activities.
• Applying and tailoring engineering initiatives, best practices, and quality processes, and proactively identifying opportunities for continuous improvement within assigned scope.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Candidates must be eligible and willing to obtain SC level clearance.
• Applied experience across some or all elements of Systems Engineering, including requirements management, interface management, systems architecture, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), integration of specialist disciplines, and Verification & Validation (V&V).
• Exposure to MBSE methods and modelling tools (such as Dassault Systèmes Magic Systems of Systems Architect, Cameo Systems Modeler, Enterprise Architect, or similar), with the ability to apply structured modelling approaches to support requirements development, system architecture definition, verification planning, and the creation and maintenance of functional, logical and physical system models.
• Willingness and capability to further develop MBSE knowledge and modelling skills, working in accordance with established modelling standards, processes and best practices.
• Exposure to Command, Control, Communications and Information (C3I) systems, governance and change management activities.
• Experience using IBM DOORS, or similar requirements management tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with geographically dispersed and multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the resilience to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively in writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard business IT applications

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience of Customer and wider stakeholder management;
• Experience in some of the following areas: C4ISTAR, Air Platforms, Mission Systems, Communications Systems and Networks, Training Systems and Training Related Technology.
• Experience of designing or specifying through life support services and solutions for military platforms

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

What Boeing offers you:

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)