Systems Engineer in Stevenage

Energy Jobline AZ; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization is seeking a Systems Engineer to drive the technical direction of innovative Electro‑Optical systems. You will collaborate with various teams to meet complex customer requirements while enjoying a dynamic work environment. This role requires a solid engineering background with skills in requirements analysis and system architecture design. The company offers a hybrid work model and numerous benefits, including a bonus and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contributions up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals and free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering engineering work packages.
• Familiarity with Defence, Military or aerospace standards.
• Knowledge of missile-related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical direction of products to meet customer requirements.
• Engage and coordinate with design teams and external entities.

Skills

Requirements analysis

System architecture design

Systems proving

Model-based engineering techniques

AGILE methodology

Tools

IBM DOORS Next

Rhapsody

Job description

Overview

We are looking for people to join our specialist Systems Team within MBDA working on some of the most complex and exciting projects we have ever undertaken. While we are looking for Systems Engineers, as long as you have the right behaviours, mind‑set and a solid engineering background, then please get in contact as we can help you develop the necessary skills and knowledge to meet this challenge. Salary: Circa £40k to 55k depending on experience. Location: Bristol or Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role). Dynamic (hybrid) working: On average 2/3 days per week on‑site due to workload classification. Security Clearance: British or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

What we can offer you

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity to join as a Systems Engineer in our Electro‑Optical (EO) Seekers & Sensors Department. We are responsible for supporting MBDA's complex weapon programmes through the provision of specialist Electro‑Optical design support. Depending on the programme this will vary from specification and assessment through to delivery and support. We also lead and conduct industry‑leading innovative R&D activities to support future emerging programmes. The successful applicant will join one of our project teams developing ground‑breaking EO Seekers & Sensors for our complex weapons. You will be responsible for driving the technical direction of our products to meet challenging customer requirements by engaging and coordinating with wider specialist design teams and external entities to ensure we successfully deliver on our commitments. The nature of the work is broad, varied and dynamically changing. You will work within a highly skilled and expert team that will support you in delivering our commitments. We will work with you to develop your skills, knowledge and experience, as well as supporting your ongoing professional development, all while ensuring a good work‑life balance.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for driving the technical direction of our products to meet challenging customer requirements by engaging and coordinating with wider specialist design teams and external entities to ensure we successfully deliver on our commitments.

Qualifications

• Requirements analysis, specifications and justification
• System architecture design and modelling
• System trade studies to inform design decisions
• Systems proving, design assurance and certification
• Knowledge of the physics and technologies involved in Electro‑Optical systems (desirable)
• Practical application of systems engineering processes to develop complex products, defence/aerospace industry or high integrity systems experience (ideal)
• Experience of model‑based engineering techniques, including SysML
• Use of systems engineering tools (e.g. IBM DOORS Next, Rhapsody, etc)
• Experience of managing engineering work packages to deliver value outcomes, including co‑ordination of other engineering disciplines and subject matter experts
• Managing stakeholders, including customers or suppliers
• Application of Defence, Military or other aerospace standards and design assurance processes is useful
• Experience of working in AGILE teams and applying AGILE frameworks beneficial
• Knowledge of missile related technologies such as imaging, sensors, guidance, navigation, propulsion, datalinks, energetics, etc

About MBDA

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

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