Systems Engineer (Digital Engineering)

CBSbutler Ltd.; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT and engineering firm is seeking a Systems Engineer (Digital Engineering) in Reading, UK. The role involves improving systems engineering capabilities and requires expertise in Aerospace or Defence environments. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience and strong communication skills. This is a hybrid role with a rate of £83 per hour, requiring security clearance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience delivering SoS / MBSE capabilities.
• Strong background in Aerospace, Defence or other regulated environments.
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-partner technical delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and continuously improve SoS toolchains.
• Define the reference architecture and technical baselines.
• Create and manage a clear capability roadmap.
• Enable full digital traceability.
• Drive adoption of model-centric working.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Aerospace and Defence Experience

Architecture Modelling

Requirements Management

Configuration Management

Strong Communication

Tools

IBM DOORS NG

Cameo/UAF

SysML/UML

Job description

Job title: Systems Engineer (Digital Engineering)

Location: Reading/Hybrid (2-3 days per week on site)

Rate: £83 per hour inside ir35

Contract: 6 months+

SC security clearance is required for this role

Job description

We're looking for a Systems Engineer within Product Delivery for a client of mine who are a leading IT and engineering firm operating within the UK defence sector. You will own and evolve their System of Systems (SoS) digital engineering capability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and continuously improve SoS toolchains (Cameo/UAF, SysML/UML, IBM DOORS NG, interface & configuration management, simulation and verification integration).
• Define the reference architecture and technical baselines for multi-system digital solutions.
• Create and manage a clear capability roadmap and backlog aligned to enterprise priorities.
• Enable full digital traceability from capability requirements → architecture → interfaces → analysis → verification → compliance evidence.
• Drive adoption of model-centric working - replacing document-based reviews with authoritative models.

Experience required

• 10+ years' experience delivering SoS / MBSE capabilities.
• Strong background in Aerospace, Defence or other regulated environments.
• Deep knowledge of:
  • Architecture modelling (UAF/DoDAF, SysML/UML)
  • Requirements management (IBM DOORS NG)
  • Interface & configuration management
  • Digital Thread integration and traceability
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-partner technical delivery.
• Confident communicator who can align engineers, suppliers and senior stakeholders.

Desirable

INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, SAFe/Agile, Product Line Engineering, assurance/safety case experience.

If you are interested in this role, please feel free to submit your CV.