Systems Engineer (Digital Engineering)
Job title: Systems Engineer (Digital Engineering)
Location: Reading/Hybrid (2-3 days per week on site)
Rate: £83 per hour inside ir35
Contract: 6 months+
SC security clearance is required for this role
Job description:
We're looking for a Systems Engineer within Product Delivery for a client of mine who are a leading IT and engineering firm operating within the UK defence sector. You will own and evolve their System of Systems (SoS) digital engineering capability.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver and continuously improve SoS toolchains (Cameo/UAF, SysML/UML, IBM DOORS NG, interface & configuration management, simulation and verification integration).
- Define the reference architecture and technical baselines for multi-system digital solutions.
- Create and manage a clear capability roadmap and backlog aligned to enterprise priorities.
- Enable full digital traceability from capability requirements - architecture - interfaces - analysis - verification - compliance evidence.
- Drive adoption of model-centric working - replacing document-based reviews with authoritative models.
Expereince required:
- 10+ years' experience delivering SoS/MBSE capabilities.
- Strong background in Aerospace, Defence or other regulated environments.
- Deep knowledge of:
- Architecture modelling (UAF/DoDAF, SysML/UML)
- Requirements management (IBM DOORS NG)
- Interface & configuration management
- Digital Thread integration and traceability
- Proven ability to lead complex, multi-partner technical delivery.
- Confident communicator who can align engineers, suppliers and senior stakeholders.
Desirable: INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, SAFe/Agile, Product Line Engineering, assurance/safety case experience.
If you are interested in this role, please feel free to submit your CV.