Systems Engineer in Actuation Systems Centre of Excellence

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Systems Engineer to join the Centre of Excellence in the UK. This role involves developing advanced actuation technologies for defence systems and requires expertise in Systems Engineering. Ideal candidates will have experience with IBM DOORS and a degree in a relevant field. The position offers competitive benefits, including a company bonus and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Company bonus potential up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 additional flexi leave days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Experience specifying, reviewing, and managing requirements.
• Willingness to enhance skills in emerging Systems Engineering concepts.
• Experience in safety-related or actuation systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop electro-mechanical actuation systems across the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with missile-level engineers to ensure requirements are met.
• Understand functional architecture and requirements for all domains.

Skills

Modern Systems Engineering methods

Team collaboration

Experience with IBM DOORS

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Our client, a significant player in the defence and security industry, is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the Actuation Systems Centre of Excellence. This permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to be a part of developing advanced actuation technologies for next-generation defence systems.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplined team to develop electro-mechanical actuation systems across the product lifecycle, from initial concept to qualification.
• Collaborate with missile-level engineers to ensure the actuation system meets all related requirements.
• Understand the functional architecture and relevant requirements for electronics, mechanical, and software domains.
• Provide closed-loop control of fins to steer missiles during flight.
• Potentially take on a support or lead Systems Engineer role based on your experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in modern Systems Engineering methods and tools.
• Experience in specifying, reviewing, and managing requirements.
• Willingness to enhance skills in emerging Systems Engineering and Digital Engineering concepts.
• Strong teamwork skills to effectively collaborate within a dynamic team.
• Experience in IBM DOORS and Model Based Systems Engineering is beneficial.
• Beneficial experience in safety-related systems or actuation systems.
• Beneficial experience across different phases of the Systems Engineering lifecycle.
• Degree qualified in a relevant field with proven post-graduation experience.

Benefits

• Company bonus potential up to 2,500 based on performance.
• Pension contribution up to 14% (employer and employee).
• Opportunity for paid overtime.
• Up to 15 additional flexi leave days.
• Flexible working arrangements welcomed.
• Enhanced parental leave, including up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking.
• Apply now to join our client's Centre of Excellence and further your career within a dynamic team environment.