Hybrid Systems Engineer, Advanced Targeting – All Levels

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About the role

  • Work on EO/IR systems at various stages of their lifecycle: requirements capture, definition, development, modelling, manufacture, test, and verification
  • Apply and improve systems engineering processes across the full lifecycle
  • Collaborate with integrated project teams to design, build, and deliver EO/IR equipment
  • Contribute to programmes such as Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), Laser Direct Energy Weapons (Dragonfire), IRCM systems, laser target designators and ranging systems
  • Drive continual learning and improvement across the UK engineering community and act as a change agent for systems engineering
  • May be assigned as Project Engineering Lead and matched to projects based on skills and experience
  • Role subject to pre-employment security screening in line with BPSS and potential NSV (SC/DV)

Requirements

  • Experience applying systems engineering within an EO/IR environment
  • Proven track record in systems engineering: requirements capture and management; system definition and development; modelling and analysis; verification and validation; full engineering lifecycle application
  • Domain specialisms: EO/IR systems and technologies; control systems and navigation; imaging, detection, and tracking
  • Technical expertise with systems engineering methods, tools, and processes
  • Strong numerical, analytical, and critical-thinking skills supporting “systems thinking”
  • Eligibility for UK security vetting: BPSS required; may require Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV)

Benefits

  • Time to Recharge: Generous leave plus up to 12 additional flexi-days each year
  • Award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
  • Free mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led inclusion & diversity networks
  • Bonus scheme for employees at management level and below
  • Never Stop Learning: 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning
  • Refer a Friend: Financial reward through referral programme
  • Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits (private healthcare, dental cover, gym memberships, and more)
  • Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid options; part-time opportunities considered

Job title

Systems Engineer, Advanced Targeting – All Levels

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Mid levelSenior

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Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

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