Systems Engineer (Defence)

TN United Kingdom; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking talented Systems Engineers to join their dynamic team. This role involves overseeing the full lifecycle of system development for critical applications in defence, aerospace, and maritime industries. You will be responsible for system architecture, design, integration, and validation, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with a skilled team on mission-critical projects, while enjoying opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary package. Join a forward-thinking employer committed to your success and well-being.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Matched pension contributions

Annual bonus opportunity

Company sick pay

BUPA Employee Assistance Program

National staff discount scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Systems Engineer in defence or aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of system design, integration, and testing.
• Proficient with requirements management tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of system development ensuring compliance.
• Develop and manage system requirements and documentation.
• Conduct integration testing and support certification efforts.

Skills

System Architecture

Requirements Management

Integration Testing

Validation Processes

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

IBM DOORS

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We are looking for highly talented and adaptable Systems Engineers to become part of our innovative team. The ideal candidates will bring extensive knowledge in system architecture, design, integration, testing, and validation within intricate systems. Overseeing the full lifecycle of system development, ensuring adherence to industry standards, fulfilling security and safety requirements, and playing a key role in the development of high-quality, dependable systems for critical applications in areas such as defence, aerospace, and maritime industries.

An average of 3 days on-site is expected and due to the nature of our projects you will need to be a UK national and security cleared to SC level.

Requirements

Requirements Management:

• Capture, document, and manage system requirements using industry-standard tools.
• Ensure traceability from requirements to design, testing, and validation to maintain clear system requirements throughout the lifecycle.
• Develop system-level and sub-system designs for software, electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
• Define, model, and document interface requirements and properties between system components.

Testing & Evaluation:

• Support the creation of comprehensive test plans for unit, integration, factory, trials, and customer acceptance tests.
• Assist in executing test cases, troubleshooting faults, and ensuring system compliance with relevant standards (e.g., Def-Stan, Mil-Std).

System Integration & Validation:

• Oversee the integration of hardware and software components into larger systems, ensuring full functionality.
• Conduct post-integration testing to identify and resolve integration issues, ensuring the system operates as intended.

Certification & Qualification:

• Support system certification efforts to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Assist in preparing documentation for regulatory and safety certifications.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Develop clear, concise, and professionally written documentation throughout the lifecycle stages, ensuring comprehensive records of system designs, requirements, test results, and other critical processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering subject, such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Systems Engineer or in a similar role within industries such as defence, aerospace, or maritime.
• Strong knowledge of requirements, system design, integration and systems testing, and validation processes.
• Proficiency with requirements management tools, particularly IBM DOORS.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Product safety and risk assessment methodologies.
• Knowledge of Information Assurance and Product Security.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and relevant tools.
• Familiarity with environmental testing, including temperature, vibration, and humidity assessments.
• Familiarity with qualification activities such as Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Radio Frequency (RF) testing, and Safety compliance.

Why Join Us?

• Work on innovative and mission-critical projects in industries like defence, aerospace, and maritime.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled and motivated engineering team.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development in a challenging and rewarding environment.
• A truly agile and adaptable employer.
• Attractive salary package.
• Opportunity to earn an annual bonus.
• 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 28 days after 3 years of service, plus 8 bank holidays per year.
• Matched pension contributions up to 10% (5% from you, 5% from us).
• Company sick pay after a qualifying period.
• BUPA Employee Assistance Program and cash plan.
• Access to a national staff discount scheme.