Trainee System Engineer

Experis UK; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis Academy Systems Engineering programme offers a 20-month, fully paid upskilling path for engineers seeking to transition into Air Traffic Management Systems Engineering. The programme includes a structured training pathway and employment with the UK's leading air navigation service provider.

Participants develop systems engineering capability through practical projects, problem solving, and collaborative teamwork, with supported progression and security-clearance readiness.

Qualifications

• Hold an HNC (Level 4 or SQF Level 7) in a relevant engineering discipline, or equivalent engineering experience.
• Have experience in an engineering, technical, or safety-critical environment.
• Work collaboratively and contribute positively within a team.
• Apply a structured and analytical approach to problem-solving.
• Can communicate technical information clearly and confidently.
• Build effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Can prioritise tasks and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Are eligible and willing to undergo security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering activities across the full system lifecycle, including conception, feasibility, design, development, implementation and sustainment of complex ATM systems.
• Assist with problem investigation, testing and commissioning, technical documentation, and project delivery activities.
• Work alongside experienced engineers to develop technical knowledge and take on increasing responsibility as skills grow.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Structured analytical approach

Continuous learning

Security clearance eligibility

Willingness to travel

Education

HNC (Level 4) or SQF Level 7 in Engineering

Job description

Experis Academy Programme: Accelerate Your Career in Systems Engineering

Are you ready to help shape the future of aviation safety and innovation?

Experis Academy is seeking engineers from a range of technical disciplines who are looking to retrain and build careers in Air Traffic Management Systems Engineering. Supporting the systems that enable air traffic control operations across major UK airports and control centres, you'll work within project teams to solve complex engineering challenges while developing your Systems Engineering capability.

If you are ready to apply your existing engineering experience in a new discipline and are motivated to retrain as a Systems Engineer within a dynamic, safety-critical environment, this is the opportunity for you.

What is the Experis Academy Systems Engineering programme?

The Systems Engineering Experis Academy Programme is tailored to individuals with transferable skills, offering a unique opportunity to launch a successful career in Systems Engineering.

• Join our 20-month fully paid Systems Engineering upskilling and development programme
• Benefit from a structured training pathway
• Employment with the UK's leading air navigation service provider
• Receive dedicated support throughout your development journey

Role of a Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers play a critical role in the conception, feasibility, design, development and implementation, and sustainment of complex systems, that integrate multiple elements and technologies. As a Systems Engineer, you will support engineering activities across the full system lifecycle, assisting with problem investigation, testing and commissioning, technical documentation, and project delivery activities. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of ATM systems while developing your technical knowledge and taking on increasing responsibility as your skills grow.

This opportunity is well-suited to individuals early in their careers who are looking to upskill, retrain, or transition into a Systems Engineering role. It is also an opportunity for those who can bring transferable experience from other technical or engineering disciplines and who demonstrate adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and a systems-thinking mindset.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Hold an HNC (Level 4 or SQF Level 7) in a relevant engineering discipline, or equivalent engineering experience
• Have experience in an engineering, technical, or safety-critical environment
• Work collaboratively and contribute positively within a team
• Apply a structured and analytical approach to problem-solving
• Can communicate technical information clearly and confidently
• Build effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Can prioritise tasks and work effectively in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Are eligible and willing to undergo security clearance

Location:

This is a Whiteley based role with regular travel to operational sites across the UK, including extended periods of onsite working when required.