17 of 17 Contract Systems Engineering Jobs in the South East

Principal Systems Engineer Location: Cowes Duration: 12 months Rate: £60 per hour PAYE or £81.05 per hour Umbrella Responsibilities Develop novel solutions to evolving technical challenges and emerging issues for complex phased array Radar Systems that customers and end-user communities are facing. Conduct system design analysis to manage trade-offs of principle system parameters to characterise and … specify robust product design. Demonstrate detailed and comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles relating to Systems Engineering and supporting governance and be able to apply knowledge to a wide range of engineering issues within own discipline and other engineering disciplines. Apply and champion the Systems Engineering principles of ISO 15288 to the design and … build of complex Radar systems through the entire engineering lifecycle from requirement definition to system integration and customer acceptance into system support and disposal. Support a Radar Product System Design Authority in product engineering development & customer engagement as directed. Lead the decomposition of requirements to system and sub-system level and manage these in an approved toolset More ❯

Principal Systems Engineer Location: Cowes or Broad Oak (full time on site, 4 day consolidated week available) Duration: 12 months Rate: £60 per hour PAYE or £81.05 per hour Umbrella Responsibilities Develop novel solutions to evolving technical challenges and emerging issues for complex phased array Radar Systems that customers and end-user communities are facing. Conduct system design … analysis to manage trade-offs of principle system parameters to characterise and specify robust product design. Demonstrate detailed and comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles relating to Systems Engineering and supporting governance and be able to apply knowledge to a wide range of engineering issues within own discipline and other engineering disciplines. Apply and champion the … Systems Engineering principles of ISO 15288 to the design and build of complex Radar systems through the entire engineering lifecycle from requirement definition to system integration and customer acceptance into system support and disposal. Support a Radar Product System Design Authority in product engineering development & customer engagement as directed. Lead the decomposition of requirements to More ❯

Job Specification: Senior Systems Engineers (x3) & Senior Systems Engineer (MBSE Specialist) Location: Insert Location Clearance Required: Developed Vetting (DV) Contract - Outside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking three Senior Systems Engineers and one Senior Systems Engineer (MBSE Specialist) to join a high-profile programme in the defence/nuclear sector. These roles are critical in delivering … a robust and fully integrated suite of verification strategies and model-based systems engineering practices across complex systems. All candidates must hold or be eligible for Developed Vetting (DV) clearance due to the sensitive nature of the work. Roles and Responsibilities Senior Systems Engineers (x3) Deliver an updated set of verification strategies across all environment categories and … evidence, ensuring logic linkage and traceability to standard clauses. Engage with stakeholders from across the business to ensure strategies are stakeholder-driven , logic-linked, and captured using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) techniques. Integrate verification strategies with established safety case and regulatory compliance approaches. Senior Systems Engineer - MBSE Specialist (x1) Support model-based practices for systems More ❯

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join our clients team, responsible for leading integration and verification activities for an Electronic Warfare capability. The successful candidate will possess a broad knowledge and experience of ITEA, particularly in airworthiness and Certification aspects, within the engineering lifecycle of Airborne Communication and Mission Systems. This role requires a strong … understanding of system engineering principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders. Required Skills Solid knowledge of System engineering lifecycle, logic, and problem solving Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate technical issues and present to stakeholders at different levels in the business Good understanding of Risk and Configuration Management … Ability to obtain Security Clearance Engineering degree or relevant experience in Electronics/RF Comms/Software Experience of verification/design of RF systems or other complex electronic systems/networking systems is considered an added advantage Experience/Awareness of aerospace specifications such as ARP4754, RTCA DO-160G, and MIL-STD-810 is desirable More ❯

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join our clients team, responsible for leading integration and verification activities for an Electronic Warfare capability. The successful candidate will possess a broad knowledge and experience of ITEA, particularly in airworthiness and Certification aspects, within the engineering lifecycle of Airborne Communication and Mission Systems. This role requires a strong … understanding of system engineering principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders. Required Skills Solid knowledge of System engineering lifecycle, logic, and problem solving Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate technical issues and present to stakeholders at different levels in the business Good understanding of Risk and Configuration Management … Ability to obtain Security Clearance Engineering degree or relevant experience in Electronics/RF Comms/Software Experience of verification/design of RF systems or other complex electronic systems/networking systems is considered an added advantage Experience/Awareness of aerospace specifications such as ARP4754, RTCA DO-160G, and MIL-STD-810 is desirable More ❯

Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join our clients team, responsible for leading integration and verification activities for an Electronic Warfare capability. The successful candidate will possess a broad knowledge and experience of ITEA, particularly in airworthiness and Certification aspects, within the engineering lifecycle of Airborne Communication and Mission Systems. This role requires a … strong understanding of system engineering principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders. Required Skills Solid knowledge of System engineering lifecycle, logic, and problem solving Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate technical issues and present to stakeholders at different levels in the business Good understanding of Risk and Configuration … Management Ability to obtain Security Clearance Engineering degree or relevant experience in Electronics/RF Comms/Software Experience of verification/design of RF systems or other complex electronic systems/networking systems is considered an added advantage Experience/Awareness of aerospace specifications such as ARP4754, RTCA DO-160G, and MIL-STD-810 is More ❯

Our Client has a fantastic opportunity for a Senior or Principal Systems Engineer to carry out research into the next generation of airborne mesh networks. The successful candidate will have a breadth of understanding of different network protocols and routing algorithms. You will be able to consider the pros and cons of designing a network in different ways and … study where the network protocols themselves need to be adapted to meet the projects particular requirements. You will be working with the clients team, subcontractors and partners. Systems Engineering: Apply and develop your knowledge of systems engineering in a fast-paced team. Communications Expertise: our client has subject-matter experts with extensive and detailed knowledge of … communications systems; technology, performance, and operational capabilities - the learning potential is limitless! Continuous Learning: Whether its communications, engineering life cycle processes, leadership, or personal development, you will be supported in your ongoing professional development though training and mentoring. Teamwork: You will work alongside like-minded professional engineers in a highly collaborative environment. Connections: You will be joining an More ❯

Are you a proven technical Author/Writer with a background within the nuclear defence industry? Are you familiar with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) processes, including the use of Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect and IBM DOORS? Do you currently hold SC Security Clearance? If the answer is yes, this could be the opportunity for you! The … help resources. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse technical information. Organise and structure content to ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy. Use documentation tools and content management systems to develop and manage content. Ensure all documentation aligns with company branding and style guidelines. Stay up-to-date with industry trends, tools, and best practices to continually improve … our documentation processes. You will have the following qualifications & experience Degree in STEM discipline. FMEA experience. Quality tool (SPC), TCE, NX, P6 (basic knowledge). Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) skills, including the use of Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect and IBM DOORS. Experience of working in a nuclear safety regulated environment. Experience applying nuclear safety principles as More ❯

Principal Systems Engineer (x2) Location: Basildon (3 days on site each week) Duration: 6 months Rate: £74.07 per hour Umbrella Our client is recruiting for two Principal Systems Engineers to be part of a team supporting their next generation Hostile Artillery Locating System development. Joining during a crucial part of the engineering lifecycle you will lead end … to-end systems engineering efforts, from concept through to deployment. Collaborating across cross-functional teams to support integration and qualification of technical solutions. You will be working on a state-of-the-art long-range acoustic weapon locating system designed to meet the increasing threat of electronic warfare based targeting and anti-radar weapon systems countering radar … based weapon locating systems. What you'll do as a Principal Systems Engineer: Contribute to requirements specification and management for complex, multi-faceted outputs. Participate in systems integration, verification, qualification & validation. Supporting junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence across the organisation. Ensure compliance with Mil Std's, Industry Std's and regulatory requirements. Supporting activities including design More ❯

re developing world-class flight simulators that are shaping the future of aviation training. Join our dynamic team and play a key role in delivering high-performance, real-time systems for the aerospace industry. Our organisation operates in a unique marketplace where we deliver products and services to almost every continent, providing the underlying capability to many pilot training … Offer: • Challenging Projects: Work on the design, development, and integration of flight simulators used by top-tier aerospace organizations. • Collaborative Environment: Engage with cross-functional teams of experts in systems, hardware, and software engineering. • Innovative Technology: Build next-gen simulation solutions, including control systems, user interfaces, and avionics hardware. • Develop real-time software for flight simulators, from control … systems to graphical user interfaces. • Support integration and testing, fault finding and problem rectification on simulated systems. • You will play an integral role in the full lifecycle of the product from requirements analysis through to customer acceptance and post-delivery customer support What you'll bring The role of a Flight Simulation Software Engineer requires the following experience and More ❯

RF design solutions for both new products and technology insertions into legacy products. Be capable of generating detailed designs from concept to completion and addressing a range of complex engineering issues. Typically act as an engineering, technical, or design authority for a Line Replacement Unit or sub-system. Core Duties Detailed RF circuit design including component selection, evaluation … EMC test houses and customer installations. Integration activities in a complex equipment environment. Generates design documentation and technical reports. Vets documentation generated by others. Interfacing with related disciplines including systems engineering, mechanical/thermal engineering, Integrated Logistics Support, Safety, Product Data Management, and manufacturing areas. Adherence to Engineering Lifecycle and conducting progress, peer, and design reviews. … Contribute to bids, proposals, and estimates. Provide technical leadership and guidance on RF engineering matters. Develops, promotes and shares new technologies for implementation across businesses and programme(s) May lead a team of engineers including line management responsibility The role holder will have: A degree in Electronic Engineering or strongly related subject. Substantial experience of generating component level More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit an Electrical Systems Engineer/Architect subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Your base site can either be from the companies Bristol, Stevenage or Bolton office. This role will be a hybrid position 3 days per week onsite and 2 days remote. Hourly Rate: £85 (Umbrella). Contract Duration … in all aspects of missile development, from the early concept studies to series production and in-service support. Its an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to build on their engineering experience. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the electrical architecture and requirements for missiles and/or their associated launcher systems with duties including: Specifying/determining system … support design reviews Skillset/experience required: Technical experience required: electrical/electronics interface definitions knowledge of defence/industry standards, etc. degree level qualification in a related subject systems engineering writing reports Ideally this would be within a defence related background, however, experience within other engineering industries will also be considered. Experience within these other areas More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit 3x Mechanical Systems Engineers/Architects on an initial 12 month contract. The role will be hybrid of being split between working from home and onsite. This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Systems Engineer, Mechanical Architect or has experience of Mechanical Systems Architecture. A defence/aerospace background is ideal but not essential. DOORS experiencewould be great. A background or knowledge of Systems Engineering and Supplier Management would be beneficial. Contract Duration: 12Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter. Hourly Rate: £65.00ph Mechanical Systems Engineer/… workload and identifying any further resource needs Skillset/experience required: Educated to degree level with 10 years experience or an equivalent qualification having obtained significant experience of mechanical engineering Ability to technically manage internal & sub-contract activities Strong leadership skills, able to establish a clear engineering vision Good knowledge & experience of mechanical design, including: Static & Dynamic Analysis More ❯

Software V&V Engineer – Contract Location: South East England/Remote Start Date: ASAP Duration: 12 Month Contract Rate: £55 (Outside IR35) A leading engineering team is looking for a Software Verification & Validation Engineer to support the validation of a Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) platform. Key Responsibilities: V&V of a software runtime compiled alongside MBSE More ❯

Job Description: We are seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to support cutting-edge projects within the UK defence sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to mission-critical systems in a high-security environment. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for complex systems Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and test automation frameworks Troubleshoot … and optimise existing automation processes Ensure compliance with defence standards and security protocols Essential Skills: Strong experience with automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible, Jenkins, Selenium) Background in systems engineering, DevOps, or test automation Familiarity with secure environments and defence-grade infrastructure Active DV clearance Desirable: Experience in defence, aerospace, or government projects Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines More ❯

based in the Wokingham area. This opportunity offers a hybrid working model (60% remote, 40% onsite) and the chance to work at the forefront of cloud, automation, and distributed systems engineering, alongside some of the most talented professionals in the industry. Key Responsibilities : Detect and mitigate system issues to ensure high availability. Automate operational tasks to improve efficiency … Implement CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployment and release management. Ensure compliance with security standards, governance policies, and regulatory requirements. Required Skills & Experience : Expertise in software development and engineering for large-scale distributed systems. Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Golang, Java, or Python. Extensive experience with cloud infrastructure providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Deep knowledge More ❯

based in the Wokingham area. This opportunity offers a hybrid working model (60% remote, 40% onsite) and the chance to work at the forefront of cloud, automation, and distributed systems engineering, alongside some of the most talented professionals in the industry. Key Responsibilities : Detect and mitigate system issues to ensure high availability. Automate operational tasks to improve efficiency … Implement CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployment and release management. Ensure compliance with security standards, governance policies, and regulatory requirements. Required Skills & Experience : Expertise in software development and engineering for large-scale distributed systems. Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Golang, Java, or Python. Extensive experience with cloud infrastructure providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Deep knowledge More ❯