Systems Engineer - All Levels
At Leonardo, we solve real-world engineering challenges, designing and developing mission‑critical solutions that power some of the world’s most advanced defence and security systems.
Key Areas You Will Work On
* Radar systems for fighter jets such as the Typhoon and SAAB Gripen.
* GCAP – Future Generation Radar & Electro‑Optical Targeting products.
* Infra‑Red Counter Measures (IRCM) systems.
* Laser target designators and ranging systems.
* Surveillance AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) radars.
Key Skills You’ll Use & Develop
* Problem Definition & Systems Thinking – Break down complex engineering problems into structured, solvable components; define clear system‑level requirements based on stakeholder needs.
* Systems Architecture & Modelling – Design and develop high‑performance system architectures using MBSE; use Simulink, MATLAB or synthetic environments to simulate and refine system behaviour.
* Data Processing & Analysis – Apply signal processing, image processing and object classification techniques to extract actionable insights; develop multi‑sensor data fusion and tracking capabilities for real‑time applications.
* Integration, Testing & Validation – Investigate system anomalies using real trial data to ensure performance meets specifications; design and execute verification & validation (V&V) strategies across the system lifecycle.
* Collaboration & Leadership – Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to develop and prototype cutting‑edge defence solutions; depending on experience, lead technical initiatives, mentor junior engineers and influence engineering roadmaps.
What You Will Use Your Skills For
* Contribute to early‑stage concept studies, investigating the impact of new technology on future platforms.
* Engage with stakeholders to translate operational needs into engineering solutions, developing and integrating system functionality while considering hardware limitations and real‑world constraints.
* Model, simulate and analyse system performance to drive design decisions.
* Troubleshoot and refine existing systems, identifying improvements through real‑world testing.
What Else Would Help
* Proven experience leading systems engineering projects from design to implementation.
* Passion for systems engineering.
* Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage competing priorities effectively.
* A science‑based Honours degree or equivalent industry experience.
Benefits
* Full benefits package – details available on Leonardo’s website.
Additional Information
* UK resident and Security Clearable required. See Security Clearance information for details.
Location
Primary: Newcastle, GB. Additional: Edinburgh, GB.
Contract Type
Hybrid Working – Onsite.
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