Systems Engineer – MBSE, Radar & Defence (Hybrid)

Leonardo; Newcastle; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Tech & lifestyle discounts

Job summary

Leonardo is recruiting for senior Systems Engineering roles across the UK, including Edinburgh and Newcastle. The work focuses on radar, targeting, and ISR systems within defence and security platforms.

You will contribute to concept studies, system integration, and performance analysis to support mission-critical projects. Ideal candidates bring MBSE experience, Simulink/MATLAB skills, and a track record in leading technical initiatives.

Qualifications

• Break down complex engineering problems into structured, solvable components.
• Define clear system-level requirements based on stakeholder needs.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to early-stage concept studies and assess new technology for future platforms.
• Engage with stakeholders to translate operational needs into engineering solutions.
• Model, simulate, and analyse system performance to drive design decisions.
• Troubleshoot and refine existing systems using real-world testing.

Skills

Systems thinking

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Science-based Honours degree

Tools

MBSE

Simulink

MATLAB

Job description

Leonardo is recruiting for senior Systems Engineering roles across the UK, including Edinburgh and Newcastle. The work focuses on radar, targeting, and ISR systems within defence and security platforms.

You will contribute to concept studies, system integration, and performance analysis to support mission-critical projects. Ideal candidates bring MBSE experience, Simulink/MATLAB skills, and a track record in leading technical initiatives.