A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Graduate Systems Engineer - Defence (Maritime Systems) to join a highly successful engineering department, supporting a critical sub-system within a complex weapon system programme.
This role performs the duties of systems engineering across the full product lifecycle, including in-service support, product validation, and engineering change, and reports to senior engineering leadership within the programme.
Key Responsibilities:
* Providing technical support and resolving in-service engineering queries across deployed systems
* Supporting Model-Based Systems Engineering activities using industry-standard tools
* Assisting with product validation, verification, and certification of design changes
* Collaborating with project managers and planners to support delivery timelines and resource forecasting
* Producing and reviewing engineering documentation, including technical reports and change assessments
* Supporting system integration, test, and overall lifecycle engineering activities
The ideal candidate would have:
* Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), SysML or UML
* Experience with requirements management tools (e.g. DOORS or similar)
* Understanding of configuration management processes
* Knowledge of complex systems such as electronics, control systems, or communications systems
* Experience working in a structured engineering or manufacturing environment
The ideal candidate must have:
* A STEM degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related discipline
* Experience or exposure to engineering product delivery (academic or industry)
* Strong technical problem-solving skills with a structured approach
* Understanding of systems engineering principles, including specification, integration, and testing
* A proactive, motivated mindset with a willingness to learn and develop
This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:
* Company bonus based on performance
* Competitive pension scheme with strong employer contribution
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Enhanced parental leave policies
* Additional annual leave through flexible leave schemes
* Subsidised meals and on-site facilities
* Opportunities for paid overtime
If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Keelan ASAP or apply via this advert!
** Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. **
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