Systems Engineer: Design and Studies Engineer

MBDA; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in England is seeking a passionate Systems Design Engineer for its Synthetic Environment team in Bristol. This role offers the chance to work on advanced RF missile seekers, combining engineering creativity with technical expertise. Responsibilities include requirements analysis, system architecture development, and collaboration with multiple engineering teams. Essential qualifications include a background in Maths, Physics, or Engineering, alongside strong problem-solving and communication skills. The position allows for hybrid working, contributing to your career growth in exciting technology.

Benefits

Bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in Systems Engineering/Design and MBSE.
• Excellent Problem Solving Skills.
• Ability to achieve appropriate security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Requirements Analysis.
• Developing System Architecture including Interface Definitions.
• Conducting System Trade Studies.
• Research Studies into RF Representation.
• Presenting the outcome of studies to teams.
• Generating Technical Requirements Specifications.
• Identifying Opportunities for Process Improvement.

Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Written Communication Skills

Oral Communication Skills

Detail oriented

Education

Maths, Physics or Engineering background

Tools

Matlab

DOORS Next

Rhapsody

Job description

Bristol

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven Systems Design Engineer to join our Synthetic Environment team. With opportunities to work with a dedicated team of engineers to help your own career development, this role is one not to be missed!

Salary

Circa £40,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience + bonus + benefits

Hybrid working pattern

Full time working on site with Ad hoc working from home due to work classification, with flexibility in working hours.

Security Clearance

British Citizen. SC clearance

The opportunity

An exciting opportunity to join a new and upcoming team within the RF Seekers and Datalinks directorate delivering the Synthetic RF Data for use in System Performance Models.

As a team we are responsible for supporting MBDA's complex weapon programmes, working with our Customers and Suppliers towards developing and integrating the next generation RF missile seekers. In order to succeed, we require a high fidelity model which provides our missile team with all the representative real-world data they need to undertake the product design, development and acceptance process.

The Design and Studies team is responsible for combining multiple customer requirements into one design for a singular tool suitable for all. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with multiple Systems Engineering teams across the company and internally with Modelling and Performance, Software Development and CAD Modelling teams. The team is heavily involved in Internal Research both independently and supporting other departments in MBDA.

Day to day tasking could include

• Requirements Analysis
• Developing System Architecture including Interface Definitions
• System Trade Studies
• Research Studies into RF Representation
• Presenting the outcome of studies to team members and external teams
• Generating Technical Requirements Specifications
• Identifying Opportunities for Process Improvement

There could be an opportunity to get involved with Verification and Validation work as well if that is of interest.

What we're looking for from you

You will be an enthusiastic, adaptable and proactive individual who enjoys finding innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. You need the ability to achieve the appropriate level of security clearance. Most importantly, if you have a passion for the industry and technology, then we want to see you! We can help you develop your career and give you exposure to some incredible technologies and products.

Essential experience

• Maths, Physics or Engineering background
• Experience in Systems Engineering/Design and MBSE
• Good Problem Solving Skills
• Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
• Detail oriented

Desirable experience

• Matlab, DOORS Next and/or Rhapsody experience
• Knowledge of physics and technologies involved in RF Systems
• Knowledge of Signal Processing Algorithms

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