Systems Engineer Advanced Defence Technology Location: Hybrid (24 days on-site per week) Salary: Circa £55,000 (depending on experience) Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British Citizenship We are recruiting for a Systems Engineer to join a high-profile programme developing next-generation directed energy systems for air defence. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a cutting-edge project at the forefront of UK defence innovation. Key Responsibilities Analyse system requirements and functional interfaces Produce detailed functional design documentation Conduct system design trade studies and assess impacts of proposed changes Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external stakeholders Support change management and system evolution Contribute to planning and documentation across the programme lifecycle Ideal Candidate Background in systems engineering (requirements, design, analysis) Strong analytical and documentation skills Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement Motivated, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality work Benefits Annual bonus up to £2,500 (subject to company performance) Pension contributions up to 14% (combined employer and employee) Up to 15 additional flexi-leave days Paid overtime opportunities Flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave (up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, shared parental leave) On-site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking Security & Eligibility Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be British Citizens or Dual UK Nationals. All successful applicants will be required to undergo BPSS clearance. Apply now to be part of a team shaping the future of defence technology.