Systems Engineer (Flight Trials Team)

Leonardo UK Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo UK Ltd is seeking a skilled Systems Engineer to join their Newcastle team. The role involves processing large datasets for advanced defence systems and supporting engineering trials. Successful candidates will bring experience in systems engineering and possess strong analytical and collaborative skills. A hybrid work model is offered, and candidates must be UK residents and security clearable.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar industry supporting engineering trials.
• Ability to work with large datasets and apply analytical techniques.
• Familiarity with system lifecycle processes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate radar performance against requirements using large datasets.
• Investigate system anomalies to ensure performance meets specifications.
• Lead technical initiatives and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Data Processing

Analysis

Signal Processing

Image Processing

Object Classification

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Job Description:

Systems Engineer – All Levels

Your Skills to Drive Success

At Leonardo, we solve real-world engineering challenges by designing and developing mission-critical solutions that power some of the world's most advanced defence and security systems.

Radar systems for fighter jets such as the Typhoon and SAAB Gripen require Systems Engineers to plan and deliver Flight Trials activities in support of product development.

Successful applicants will have previous experience in a similar industry, supporting engineering trials, and processing large datasets.

Key Skills You’ll Use & Develop

Data Processing & Analysis

• Work with large datasets from ground and flight trials. Use analytical techniques to evaluate radar performance against requirements and raise problem reports for detailed investigation.
• Apply signal processing, image processing, and object classification techniques to extract actionable insights.

Integration, Testing & Validation

• Investigate system anomalies using real trial data, ensuring performance meets specifications.
• Design and execute verification & validation (V&V) strategies across the entire system lifecycle.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to develop and prototype cutting-edge defence solutions.
• Depending on experience, lead technical initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and influence engineering roadmaps.

What else would help:

• Proven experience leading systems engineering projects.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Understanding of radar or complex sensor systems.
• Familiarity with system lifecycle processes, MBSE tools, and requirements management.
• Ability to interpret and analyse large datasets using tools such as MATLAB.
• Excellent communication skills with an aptitude for cross-discipline collaboration.
• A continuous improvement mindset and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Willingness to travel & support flight trials.

Our Benefits

• There is quite a bit so take a look here: https://uk.leonardocompany.com/en/people-careers/life-at-leonardo/company-benefits

Keep in mind:

• Based on the nature of our work and government requirements, you will need to be a UK resident and Security Clearable. For more info, check here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Primary Location: GB - Newcastle

Contract Type:

Hybrid Working: Onsite