Systems Engineer - Technical Capability Lead

Mass Limited

St. Neots

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Buy or sell up to 5 days' annual leave

Two pension schemes to choose from

Private Medical & Dental Insurance + -

Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x salary

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Job summary

Mass Limited on-site with Dstl at Porton Down (SP4) seeks an experienced Systems Engineer to own assigned DAS-related capability. You will work with MOD stakeholders, oversee architecture, interfaces and performance, and contribute to testing, evaluation and technical assurance activities across UK sites.

The role requires hands-on systems engineering, integration and analysis experience, with ability to produce clear reports and recommendations. Some UK travel is expected.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with complex defence/aerospace/military systems.
Experience across DAS or related capability.
Strong background in systems engineering, integration, test and evaluation.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain understanding of assigned capability architecture, interfaces and performance.
Review technical specifications, engineering docs and test evidence.
Collaborate with Dstl, industry suppliers and MOD stakeholders on developments, risks and opportunities.
Support platform integration, investigations and engineering challenges.
Contribute to laboratory testing, field trials and technical assurance activities.
Assess system performance against requirements and operational needs.
Analyse data to produce clear recommendations and reports.
Prepare technical reports, briefings and presentations for stakeholders.
Capture knowledge and lessons learned for knowledge transfer.
Demonstrate hands-on technical depth in systems engineering, integration, analysis or assurance.

Skills

Systems engineering

Systems integration

Test & evaluation

Technical analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Technical reporting

Job description

Are you an experienced Systems Engineer or technical specialist with recent hands-on experience of complex defence, aerospace or military aviation systems? Do you have technical expertise in DAS or a related capability, with experience across systems engineering, test and evaluation, analysis or assurance? At MASS, you'll join our team and work directly on-site with our customer, Dstl, at Porton Down (SP4), 5 days a week. You'll become the technical focal point and subject matter expert for an assigned reference capability (one of: IR Threat Warning, Directed IR Countermeasure, or the Controller for the overall DAS system), working with Dstl, MOD stakeholders, industry partners and platform integration teams to understand technical issues, identify risks and provide sound technical advice. The role requires some travel within the UK to liaise with stakeholders in MOD and industry.

What you'll be doing

Develop and maintain a detailed understanding of your assigned capability, including its architecture, interfaces and performance.
Review technical specifications, engineering documentation and test evidence.
Work with Dstl, industry suppliers and MOD stakeholders to understand technical developments, risks and opportunities.
Support platform integration, technical investigations and the resolution of engineering challenges.
Contribute to laboratory testing, field trials and technical assurance activities.
Assess system performance against requirements and operational needs.
Analyse technical and operational data to produce clear recommendations.
Prepare technical reports, briefings and presentations for stakeholders.
Capture technical knowledge and lessons learned to support knowledge transfer.
We're looking for someone with recent, hands-on technical experience of complex defence, aerospace or military aviation systems who can apply their expertise directly to a DAS or related capability., Significant recent experience in systems engineering, systems integration, test and evaluation, analysis, assurance or a related technical discipline.
Technical knowledge relevant to DAS, electronic warfare, defensive aids, threat warning, countermeasures or a closely related defence/aerospace capability.
Demonstrable technical depth in at least one of the following areas: systems engineering, test and evaluation, technical analysis, systems assurance, integration or performance assessment.
Strong understanding of the air domain, including platforms and threat systems.
Experience working with complex defence, aerospace, military aviation or other high-technology systems.
Experience with system architectures, interfaces and integration challenges.
Experience reviewing technical specifications, engineering documentation and/or test evidence.
Experience supporting testing, trials, verification, validation, analysis or technical assurance activities.
Strong technical analysis, stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical reports and recommendations.

Desirable experience

Experience working with MOD or defence industry programmes.
Experience supporting platform integration activities.
Understanding of systems engineering lifecycle processes.
Experience in operational analysis, performance assessment or technical risk management.

Security requirements:

You must be a UK National and eligible to work in the UK
You must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Government Security Check (SC) clearance

MASS is an independent technology company trusted by highly secure organisations to deliver advanced digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defence, we bring extensive security expertise to organisations where protecting information and maintaining resilience are essential. We work closely with our customers, combining technical expertise with innovative thinking to deliver tailored, agile and resilient solutions. Our people are at the heart of what we do, bringing the skills and experience needed to help our customers navigate complex challenges and stay ready for digital transformation. Wellbeing is an important part of our culture. We want our people to feel supported and able to thrive, which is why we offer a range of wellbeing initiatives, including mental health first aiders and access to our extensive Employee Assistance Programme.

MASS is an equal opportunities employer. We value the different skills, experience and perspectives our people bring, and aim to create a friendly and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to make a real impact.

We're MASS, an independent, global technology company, trusted by highly-secure organisations to provide advanced, digital services that manage data and keep information safe. We're experts in defence and other sectors that need our experience and knowledge to protect confidential data. At MASS, we work together to put customer needs first, in small teams where we give you the freedom to take ownership. It means you make an impact from the start, with our management always available to offer support. We want people to fulfil their ambitions, whether that’s through further study, technical training or exploring other business areas. Our benefits are competitive, but it's the family atmosphere that makes us a great place to be, celebrating successes together and getting to know each other through socials and events. We promote wellbeing and balance, with flexibility where possible and we work hard to widen access to STEM careers through our apprenticeships and initiatives, always encouraging diverse perspectives across the company. Life at MASS is challenging, exciting, inspiring and rewarding. Our people are curious, problem-solvers, great at what they do, and love their work. If that’s you, come and join us.