Senior Systems Engineer Salary: £43,500 – £58,500 per annum Location: Greenford, Hybrid | Flexible Hours | Early Friday Finish
Are you an experienced Systems Engineer ready to take a leading role in developing cutting-edge defence technology? This is an opportunity to join a world-class engineering environment focused on delivering advanced, multi-mission solutions for global naval customers.
You will work at the forefront of Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) innovation, supporting next-generation systems for international defence partners. If you thrive in complex engineering environments and enjoy owning technical direction, this role offers the challenge, autonomy and impact you're looking for.
What You'll Be Doing Leading systems engineering work packages across complex, multi-disciplinary projects
Applying broad engineering expertise to solve highly technical problems
Defining and managing system and subsystem requirements
Leading system design activities including functional and non-functional analysis
Conducting trade studies to drive optimal design decisions
Owning the Integration, Verification & Validation (IVV) strategy
Supporting bid and proposal efforts
Leading technical reviews, risk management and continuous improvement initiatives
Mentoring and coaching junior engineers
Contributing to the business' digital transformation
What You'll Bring 5 to 10 years' experience in Systems Engineering.
Strong knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle, processes and methodologies
Experience delivering solutions across the full project lifecycle
Excellent stakeholder communication, including customer and senior leadership engagement
Experience delivering and managing KPIs
Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Experience with tools such as DOORS, UML tools, ERP and configuration management platforms
Highly Desirable:
Experience with EMI/EMC design, integration and testing
Familiarity with MIL-STD environmental and EMC standards
Sonar systems or naval deployment experience
Knowledge of safety, ILS, or cyber security
Security clearance eligibility is essential due to programme requirements.
Why Apply? | Exceptional Benefits Optional 9-day fortnight
TOIL and flexible working hours
1pm finish every Friday
Hybrid working (role dependent)
Annual bonus
Casual dress
25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown
Holiday buy/sell scheme
Private healthcare, dental & critical illness options (salary sacrifice)
Reward hub with 200+ discounts
4x salary life cover
Pension: 5% employer / 4% employee (with flexible contribution options)
If you're motivated by high-stakes engineering challenges and want to contribute to next-generation naval defence capabilities, this is a career-defining opportunity.
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