Systems EngineerCanterburyFull-timeWe are recruiting for a Systems Engineer to lead systems engineering and analysis across new and existing product developments. This role offers involvement across the full product lifecycle, from concept through to end-of-life, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams as well as wider business functions.You will play a key role in supporting new business opportunities, contributing to technical proposals, and ensuring robust system design within complex engineering environments.Key Responsibilities:Analyse, capture, and develop system specificationsSupport sales and business development with technical input and proposalsContribute to new product introduction, including risk identification and mitigation (FMEA)Work collaboratively with mechanical, software, and product teamsLiaise with customers, suppliers, and external stakeholdersStay up to date with systems engineering methods and implement effective solutionsRequirements:Degree in Systems Engineering, Physics, Electronics, or similarExperience within systems engineering, electro-optics, or electro-mechanical environmentsBackground in defence, maritime, or high RF environments is highly beneficialExperience with FMEA and systems analysis tools (e.g. MATLAB, Python, C#)Strong mathematical and analytical capabilityKnowledge of embedded C/C++ is advantageousDesirable Knowledge:EMC and defence-related standards (MIL-STD, DEF-STAN)Control theory, servo systems, and control loopsMaritime environments and GIS systemsSkills & Attributes:Strong communication skills (written and verbal)Analytical and problem-solving mindsetTeam-focused with a proactive, solution-driven approachFlexible, accountable, and quality-focusedAdditional Information:Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain SC-level security clearance.Benefits:Competitive salary with profit sharingPension scheme and life assurancePrivate healthcareEmployee rewards and recognition initiativesCV's in word format to be sent to New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format.If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.