Senior Systems Engineer

The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a leading defence engineering team delivering complex mission-critical systems for UK and international programmes. As a Systems Engineer, you will support the delivery of Systems Engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, from requirements capture and system design through to integration, acceptance and in-service support. You will contribute to high-profile naval and multi-domain defence programmes, working on command and control technologies that support operational capability across maritime environments. The role offers the chance to work within a multidisciplinary engineering environment where technical quality, collaboration and innovation are highly valued. Key Responsibilities * Deliver Systems Engineering activities across the project lifecycle. * Produce and review technical documentation in line with programme milestones. * Support and lead design reviews including SRR, PDR and CDR activities. * Manage technical interfaces between internal teams, suppliers and customers. * Review customer and supplier technical documentation, providing technical assurance and challenge where required. * Work closely with Software, Hardware, Mechanical, V&V, Safety, Cyber and ILS teams to ensure successful system integration. * Support technical delivery against programme cost, schedule and quality objectives. * Contribute to risk management, bids, proposals and estimation activities. Essential Experience * Degree qualified in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or a related discipline. * Experience within Systems Engineering in defence, maritime, aerospace or other highly regulated industries. * Knowledge of systems requirements, design, integration, verification and acceptance activities. * Exposure to control systems, PLC/SCADA or operational technology environments. * Experience with Model-Based Engineering approaches and tools such as Enterprise Architect. * Experience using requirements management tools such as IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS. * Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. * Understanding of marine environments, safety-related systems and environmental considerations. Desirable Experience * Knowledge of V&V activities including environmental or EMC testing. * Awareness of industry standards and Systems Engineering best practice. * INCOSE ASE or CSEP accreditation