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Bristol (City of Bristol)
Leonardo
Systems engineer
Posted: 3 October
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Overview

Leonardo is seeking a Systems Engineer to bridge the gap between systems engineering and software development. The role supports deployed and in-development systems and involves working on mission programming and analysis tools for self-protection systems used by RAF aircraft and export customers, including Typhoon and Apache. The work also includes development of next-generation tools for the Tempest Aircraft under the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) initiative.


Responsibilities

* Engaging with stakeholders to define requirements for new systems
* Conducting cost and functional performance trade-offs and evaluation of proposed solutions
* Enhancing capabilities and performance of in-service systems
* Designing and integrating new functionality into existing systems
* Designing and conducting testing and trials to prove equipment function and performance
* Root-cause analysis of anomalies observed during integration or evaluation activities
* Leading technical activities and initiatives
* Mentoring and coaching other engineers
* Creating and delivering reports, presentations and proposals to customers and industry partners
* Supporting knowledge sharing and exploitation of good practice


Qualifications

* A science, maths, or engineering-based degree, or equivalent experience
* Proven experience in delivering software-heavy systems, ideally to customers in regulated industries (e.g. military, rail, safety-critical)
* Experience in working with software teams using DevOps to deliver products
* Experience in MBSE methodologies
* Knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle, particularly in: problem definition; systems and software architecture; software development and qualification; integration, verification and validation


Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, including eligibility for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information please visit https //careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting. The work will require on-site working at our facility in Luton.


Benefits

* Time to Recharge: generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi-days per year
* Secure your Future: pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
* Your Wellbeing Matters: access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity
* Rewarding Performance: bonus scheme for employees at management level and below
* Never Stop Learning: access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning
* Refer a friend: financial reward through our referral programme
* Tailored Perks: up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, and more
* Flexible working: hybrid options; discuss part-time possibilities with us


Additional Information

Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300. Hybrid working: Hybrid. Contract Type: Permanent. This is a role with multiple locations in the UK, including Bristol and Lincoln offices.

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