Evodia Limited is currently partnering with a leading Defence company to find a skilled Land GBAD Systems Engineer for their project in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity for an SC-cleared professional who thrives in dynamic, high‐stakes environments and wants to contribute to cutting‑edge air defence capability development.
Contract Details:
* Location: Based primarily at MOD Abbeywood in Bristol, with the flexibility of hybrid working—around 2 to 3 days onsite per week to foster collaboration and support.
* Duration: Starting as soon as possible - Until 30 June 2026, with potential for long‑term extension
* Day rate: £420 to £570 (inside IR35)
* Clearance: SC security clearance is essential
The Programme:
You will be working within the Land‑GBAD programme, a vital initiative delivering layered, digitally connected air defence systems into the 2030s. The programme focuses on evolving sensors, command, and control systems, and counter‑unmanned threats like small UAS and loitering munitions. Your contribution will help enhance legacy capabilities while integrating new, Windows‑centric systems, ensuring operational effectiveness and resilience.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead Systems and Vehicle Integration efforts, developing and implementing integration strategies, planning, ICDs, and test procedures.
* Manage component system requirements, demonstrations, and trials, ensuring interoperability and seamless integration across platforms.
* Produce, review, and manage GEAR artefacts—supporting review processes to confirm engineering integrity and compliance with standards.
* Collaborate closely with project teams, ensuring technical requirements are met effectively and efficiently, particularly within complex Systems of Systems frameworks.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
* Proven experience in managing technical requirements and ensuring system integration and interoperability.
* Familiarity with GEAR processes, artefact production, and review management.
* Defence project background, preferably with Cat A experience, and familiarity working with DE&S and Army interfaces.
Desirable:
* Experience in complex defence projects, particularly within the land environment.
* Knowledge of the broader strategic programme dependencies, such as the BOXER Pipeline or LE TacCIS.
* Exposure to innovative weapon systems, including directed energy technologies, would be a bonus.
This role offers the chance to impact key national security programmes while working within a collaborative, expert team. If you’re a systems engineer with a passion for defence innovation and a readiness for a fast‑paced, impactful role, we’d love to hear from you. Evodia Limited acts as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
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