Systems Engineer - Flight Test & Evaluation

Gold Group Limited; Woodhall Spa; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold Group Limited is seeking a Systems Engineer to support Typhoon mission systems for the RAF, embedded with 41 TES. You will lead integration and flight test analysis, develop software tools, and provide SME guidance to ensure safe and effective capability development.

You will operate at the intersection of systems engineering, software, and flight test analysis, delivering actionable findings to improve airworthiness and operational performance.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering technical analysis and problem solving across the engineering lifecycle.
• Strong software skills for engineering applications (Python, MATLAB, C++).
• Background in systems engineering or aerospace engineering, preferably in safety‑critical environments.
• Experience working in regulated or defence contexts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex technical findings to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise on Typhoon mission and avionics systems.
• Lead systems integration and flight test analysis activities.
• Apply verification and validation techniques to support airworthiness and operational safety.
• Define and support test plans and operational analysis activities.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide junior engineers within the analysis team.
• Develop, maintain, and assure software tools for engineering analysis and reporting.

Skills

Systems engineering

Aerospace engineering

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

STEM Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Physics

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C++

Job description

Job Title: Systems Engineer – Flight Test & Evaluation

Location: Coningsby, Lincolnshire

Salary: £DOE

The Role

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to provide critical systems and operational analysis in support of the design, evaluation, and assurance of Typhoon mission systems for the RAF.

Embedded within 41 Test and Evaluation Squadron (TES), you will lead integration and analysis activities, develop and assure software tools, support flight test programmes, and provide subject matter expertise to ensure safe and effective capability development.

You will work at the intersection of systems engineering, software, and flight test analysis, making an immediate impact on the operational performance and safety of Typhoon capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise on Typhoon mission and avionics systems.
• Lead systems integration and flight test analysis activities.
• Apply verification and validation techniques to support airworthiness and operational safety.
• Define and support test plans and operational analysis activities.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide junior engineers within the analysis team.
• Develop, maintain, and assure software tools for engineering analysis and reporting.

Essential Experience

• Proven track record in delivering technical analysis and problem solving across the engineering lifecycle.
• Strong software skills for engineering applications (Python, MATLAB, C++).
• Background in systems engineering or aerospace engineering, preferably in safety‑critical environments.
• Experience working in regulated or defence contexts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex technical findings to diverse stakeholders.

Essential Qualifications

• STEM Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.
• Eligibility, or willingness, to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to work on frontline Typhoon mission systems at the cutting edge of UK defence technology. You will be part of a highly skilled, embedded team where your systems integration, software development, and analysis expertise directly supports operational capability.

PLEASE NOTE

Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy.