1 to 25 of 57 Contract Systems Engineering Jobs in the UK excluding London

A highly knowledgeable professional engineer with a depth and breadth of knowledge in Systems Engineering. Applies the principles of Systems Engineering to Radar system development across the entire engineering development lifecycle from requirement definition to system integration and customer acceptance into system support and disposal. This role entail analysis of performance data collected from both modelled … and real world systems, and development of a system or sub-system design to meet functional and performance goals. It provides lead technical support for the evolution of existing products extending their functionality to meet new and evolving requirements, and for development of entirely new Radar products. Employs a depth and breadth of expertise relating to Systems Engineering to complex engineering problems, challenges, and issues associated with the domain. Designs and develops solutions and resolves engineering issues and problems for a range of products and engineering scenarios at the system or sub-system level, with interaction at the system of systems level. Typical duties include (but are not limited to): • Develop novel solutions More ❯

Model Based Systems Engineer Initial 12 Month Contract 82 per hour (Inside IR35) A global leader in aerospace and defense technology, providing innovative solutions to meet the complex challenges of our customers worldwide. Their mission is to deliver advanced capabilities in areas such as missile defense, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and cyber security. Job Description: We are seeking highly skilled … Model Based Systems Engineers to join dynamic project teams with this global defence giant. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) to design, develop, and integrate complex systems, and will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure our systems are efficient, reliable, and innovative. Key Responsibilities: Develop and … implement model-based systems engineering methodologies and frameworks. Create and maintain system models using industry-standard tools such as Cameo, SysML, MATLAB, Simulink, or similar. Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements and specifications. Conduct system architecture design and analysis, ensuring alignment with customer requirements. Perform system integration, verification, and validation activities. Identify and mitigate risks associated with More ❯

Our client, a renowned company in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Systems Engineer for a 12-month contract position based in Rochester. The role requires expertise in BAE-Systems engineering and involves working fully onsite. The position is inside IR35 and requires BPSS + SC in-flight security clearance. Key Responsibilities: Providing expert … systems engineering support within the Defence & Security sector Leading project teams and managing system engineering tasks and deliverables Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success Developing and implementing robust systems engineering processes and procedures Conducting system requirements analysis and producing detailed design specifications Overseeing system integration, verification, and validation activities Ensuring compliance … with industry standards and best practices Delivering technical reports and presentations to senior management and clients Job Requirements: Extensive experience as a systems engineer within the Defence & Security sector Proficiency in BAE-Systems engineering methodologies and practices Strong understanding of systems integration, verification, and validation processes Experience in conducting system requirements analysis and design Excellent leadership More ❯

Loudwater (3 days per week onsite) Duration: 12 month contract Rate: 67ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role details:- Our client, a leading defence and maritime company, are looking for a Systems Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. The engineering function provides expertise to all projects through the bid and full development lifecycle. It ensures that both … project and statutory requirements are met and works to improve the effectiveness of the systems design function within the company. It is responsible for the system architecture and integration of the solution. It is responsible for design for cost and design for manufacture. Key responsibilities Develop technical solutions to large and complex engineering problems, following Systems Engineering processes, to ensure customer requirements are satisfied. Develop Systems Engineering artefacts, as required, across the product development lifecycle, to result in a positive project outcome. Provide technical direction and exert technical influence across one or more projects, such that the optimal approach, architecture, design, and implementation are selected. Responsible for the design, development and delivery of Systems More ❯

Role: Systems Engineer Location: Bristol or Plymouth - 2-3 days per week in the office Rate: 50.00 - 57.78 Per hour Duration : 12 Months IR35 Status : Outside IR35 Our client, an established engineering consultancy operating in the South West of England, require an experienced Systems Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team. Please note we can only consider … sole UK Nationals (no dual nationalities). Active SC Clearance highly desirable and will take precedence over non-cleared candidates. What the role of the Systems Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Systems Engineer will include: Work collaboratively with engineering discipline leads to obtain engineering assistance required, define activities and jointly establish Statements … and problem definition are done effectively and collaboratively Support the development of technical documentation including requirement sets, interface definitions, V&V plans and logical architectures. Apply and promote practical systems thinking in support of infrastructure and facilities maintenance projects Compile and peer review project and technical reports. Workload Management - Workload planning, estimating & scheduling, support project coordination if part of More ❯

Our client, a leading player in the Defence and Security industry, is currently seeking a Systems Engineer for a contract role. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on exciting projects through advanced systems engineering practices. Key Responsibilities: Overseeing the systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements management, system design, and product validation and … cohesive approach to design and implementation Producing clear and concise technical documentation Utilising DOORs for effective requirements management Identifying and resolving complex technical issues through disciplined problem-solving and systems-level thinking Applying system design languages such as UML and SysML for use case analysis and trade studies Producing accurate estimates for bid activities and contributing to project planning … Ensuring designs meet mechanical and environmental qualification standards Job Requirements: Experience in the systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements management, system design, and product validation and verification Understanding and appreciation of all design disciplines, with expertise in at least one Proficiency in producing technical documentation with clarity and preciseness Experience with DOORs for requirements management Ability to manage complexity More ❯

Job Title: Principal Systems Engineer Client: BAE Systems Location: Cowes, Isle of Wight Duration: 6 Months, 37hrs per week (with opportunity for extension) Hourly Rate: £81.05 Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) Clearance Level: BPSS + SC + UK EYES ONLY About the Role BAE are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer with deep expertise in Systems Engineering to … support the design and development of advanced radar systems. You will apply systems thinking across the full engineering lifecycle, from requirements through to integration, acceptance, and in-service support. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering delivery in a highly regulated defence environment. Key Responsibilities Lead systems engineering activities across the lifecycle (requirements … integration, test plans, and customer acceptance evidence. Chair technical reviews, ensuring compliance with standards and customer needs. Mentor engineers and provide expert technical guidance. Skills & Experience Extensive knowledge of Systems Engineering principles (ISO 15288, ISO 24641) . Proven experience in large, complex system designs. Strong background in requirements and configuration management. Skilled in lifecycle models (Waterfall, Agile) and More ❯

Job Title: Systems Engineer Location: High Wycombe Hourly Rate: DOE - We are booking interviews next week! Please call or email for a slot Term: 12 Months IR35: Inside Key Skills: Systems Engineering, Requirements, JAMA, Design, Stakeholder Management, Verification & Validation, V&V, Documentation, DOORS We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Systems Engineer to join … our clients. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity and expertise thrive. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer with a strong focus on requirements engineering to join our team on a contract basis. The Role: So, what will you be doing as a Systems Engineer? Develop technical solutions to complex engineering problems, ensuring customer requirements are fully satisfied. Create and deliver Systems Engineering artefacts across the product development lifecycle. Provide technical direction across projects, driving optimal architecture, design, and implementation decisions. Collaborate with systems, hardware, and software teams to ensure modularity, re-use, and technical excellence. Lead and present More ❯

Systems Engineer 6 month contract Based in Portsmouth Offering circa 55ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience working on Military Satellite Communications? Do you have Model Based Systems Engineering experience? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the … Systems Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Requirements capture and definition from stakeholder needs … through to sub-systems; ownership of traceability and verification Verification, Validation, and Test (VV&T) support Ground System level architectural design definition and trade-offs Working with Engineering Leads and Partners to define the segment and associated sub-system architectures via integrated Working Groups Technical proposal inputs Solution Lead for customer and internal governance reviews Technical support to More ❯

Senior Systems Integration Engineer Location: Warton, UK Duration: 12 month contract Rate: £39.51/Hour (+£5.74/hr holiday pay) OR £53.24 Umbrella We seek an engineer who has worked in a military/defence environment/industry within the last 12 months or who is capable of obtaining security clearance (SC level minimum) Role Overview We are … seeking an experienced Senior Systems Integration Engineer to join the Engineering Integration team. This role focuses on the integration and technical management of complex systems, ensuring customer requirements are translated into effective solutions and delivered across the full engineering lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Support delivery of engineering programmes to meet time, cost, quality, and performance requirements. … Contribute to technology integration and risk reduction activities. Maintain Engineering Statements of Work across multiple disciplines and stakeholders. Deliver technical management and integration tasks to support programme needs. Engage with major suppliers to ensure technical alignment and governance. Support application of engineering lifecycle management, including design reviews and demonstrator development. Review and approve technical proposals from internal teams More ❯

Mission Systems Engineer Duration: 12 Months Rate: £60 ph PAYE + Holiday pay or £81.05 Umbrella Location: Warton or Brough You will be part of the Mission Systems Delivery Team (MSDT) delivering the Assessment Phase of the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) programme. The team uses an agile work planning process to develop mission system concept options, architectures … and designs for the various components of a future combat air system. Your main responsibilities will involve: You will get the opportunity to develop the next generation of mission systems across the engineering lifecycle, from requirements through to design, development and implementation. The successful candidate could be expected to support the following activities for mission systems as … part of a multi-functional engineering team: • Concepting • Architecting • Requirements management • Design • Testing • Safety • Cyber Security • Qualification and certification You will be positioned as and where needed on any of these activities. The role will also require you to: • Support team meetings/DSUMs/Agile reviews • Support the creation of Engineering documents that form part of the More ❯

Systems Engineer Portsmouth – 6 month contract – Pay rate circa £41.10 p/h PAYE basic (£47.07 p/h including holiday pay) or £55 p/h Umbrella An opportunity has arisen for a Systems Engineer to join a leading defence client working on Military Satellite Communications (Milsatcom) at their site in Portsmouth. You will be joining a … team of Lead Systems Engineers and Architects. The Systems Engineer will provide the system architecture definition for the pending tender opportunities with the UK MOD (Skynet Enduring Capability) and other Milsatcom programmes - covering the space, control and ground segments. We see this as a great opportunity to be part of some diversified and future looking programmes. Our client … and space-based networks. These are engaged roles within teams directly working the next wave of these technologies. Responsibilities: Requirements capture and definition from stakeholder needs through to sub-systems; ownership of traceability and verification. Verification Validation and Test (VV&T) support. Ground System level architectural design definition and trade-offs. Working with Engineering Leads and Partners to More ❯

Senior Project Manager - Defence, Software Engineering Senior Project Manager - Defence, Software Engineering The location of the role is Bristol (hybrid working) . The duration of the contract is 6 months . The pay rate on offer is 95 per hour (via Umbrella agency - inside IR35) . Security Clearance: must hold SC clearance/SC cleared candidates only Role … using tools such as MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent to track progress, manage dependencies, and ensure delivery against milestones. Stakeholder Management: Ability to engage and manage diverse stakeholders including engineering teams, vendors, customers, and senior leadership. Risk & Issue Management: Skilled in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle. Budget & Resource Management: Experience managing multi-million-pound budgets … and Reviews. Skilled in applying Agile principles and using Azure DevOps to manage delivery workflows, resolve impediments, and maintain project momentum. Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC): Strong understanding of software engineering processes, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment. Systems Integration: Experience managing integration of software with hardware and existing infrastructure, including interfacing with legacy systems. Agile Software More ❯

Systems Engineer - Military Satellite Communications Location: Portsmouth, UK Security Clearance: SC Clearance Required (British Eyes Only) Travel: Ad hoc UK travel A rare opportunity has emerged for a talented Systems Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Military Satellite Communications (Milsatcom). The successful candidate will join a high-performing team of Lead Systems … through to subsystem level Maintain ownership of traceability and verification processes Support Verification, Validation & Test (VV&T) activities Define ground system architecture and conduct trade-off analyses Collaborate with engineering leads and partners in integrated working groups Contribute to technical proposals and solution reviews Provide technical support to bidding teams Offer systems engineering and project management input … for planning, scheduling, and cost control Communicate progress and resolve issues with stakeholders Ideal Candidate Profile Degree (or equivalent) in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related discipline Experience designing and deploying end-to-end digital telecom systems (Milsatcom experience desirable) Familiarity with Waterfall and Agile development methodologies Must understand and have working experience with Model-Based Systems More ❯

Simulink Systems Engineer 12 month contract SW Based 82 per hour (Inside IR35) - 2-3 days a week on site We are working with a global leader in defence, aerospace, and security, delivering cutting-edge solutions that protect nations and advance innovation. Role Overview: We are seeking skilled Simulink Systems Engineers to join project teams across the UK. … Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain system models using MATLAB/Simulink. Perform system simulations to validate design and performance against requirements. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including software, hardware, and systems engineers, to integrate models into broader system architectures. Conduct analysis to identify and resolve system-level issues and optimize performance. Document and present results, including technical reports and presentations … development of verification and validation strategies for complex systems. Contribute to the continuous improvement of modelling standards, tools, and methodologies. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Proven experience with MATLAB and Simulink in a professional or academic setting. Strong understanding of control systems More ❯

Control Systems Engineer 52 per hour Outside of IR35 Manchester Are you a Controls Systems Engineer looking for a new contract role? If so please take a look at the below opportunity: Essential Requirements: 10+ years experience working within Control System Engineering Experience with automated systems such as baggage handling lines, conveyors or palletisers Proficient in … the use of Siemens TIA Portal HNC minimum HND would be advantageous Experience in FAT and SAT delivery for automated systems Demonstrated experience in control systems engineering across industries such as water management, FMCG, airport baggage handling, and building automation. If this sounds like a good fit for you please get in touch with Daisy Black at More ❯

Systems Engineer (MilSatcom) - 1894 This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Systems Engineer to join a leading defence and aerospace company in their Portsmouth, UK office. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the design, integration, and rollout of cutting-edge digital telecommunications systems, with a focus on military satellite communications (MilSatcom) projects. As … a Systems Engineer (MilSatcom), you will be responsible for: - Requirements capture and definition, ensuring stakeholder needs are met through to sub-system implementation - Ownership of traceability and verification processes - Supporting Verification, Validation, and Test (VV&T) activities - Defining ground system-level architectural designs and trade-offs - Collaborating with Engineering Leads and Partners to develop segment and sub-system … and internal governance reviews - Contributing to project management and planning activities as required To be successful in this role, you will need: - A university degree or equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related discipline - Proven experience in the design, integration, and rollout of end-to-end digital telecommunications systems, preferably in the MilSatcom domain - Knowledge More ❯

Systems Engineer (MilSatcom) - 1894 This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Systems Engineer to join a leading defence and aerospace company in their Portsmouth, UK office. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the design, integration, and rollout of cutting-edge digital telecommunications systems, with a focus on military satellite communications (MilSatcom) projects. As … a Systems Engineer (MilSatcom), you will be responsible for: - Requirements capture and definition, ensuring stakeholder needs are met through to sub-system implementation - Ownership of traceability and verification processes - Supporting Verification, Validation, and Test (VV&T) activities - Defining ground system-level architectural designs and trade-offs - Collaborating with Engineering Leads and Partners to develop segment and sub-system … and internal governance reviews - Contributing to project management and planning activities as required To be successful in this role, you will need: - A university degree or equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related discipline - Proven experience in the design, integration, and rollout of end-to-end digital telecommunications systems, preferably in the MilSatcom domain - Knowledge More ❯

Job Title: Principal Systems Engineer Client: BAE Systems Location: Cowes, Isle of Wight Duration: 6 Months, 37hrs per week (with opportunity for extension) Hourly Rate: £81.05 Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) Clearance Level: BPSS + SC + UK EYES ONLY About the Role BAE are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer with deep expertise in Systems Engineering to More ❯

Senior Systems Engineer Outside IR35 6 months BPSS to start, SC required Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Systems Engineer on a contract basis. This opportunity is perfect for Senior Systems Engineers who want to utilise their expertise in a demanding and stimulating environment, tackling challenges throughout the full development … of customer requirements Requirements Analysis, design, implementation, and verification Specification, design, integration, validation/verification, and certification of safety-critical avionics Participation in design reviews Job Requirements: Experience in systems verification and validation (V&V) Proficiency in using DOORS Demonstrable breadth and depth of experience across systems engineering disciplines Understanding of requirements capture, work package definition, and … effort estimation Experience with Simulink is desirable If you are a Senior Systems Engineer eager for a challenging role within the Defence & Security sector, we invite you to apply now. Join our client's innovative team and advance your career in a dynamic and rewarding environment. More ❯

Systems Engineer Architecture Location: Barrow, 3 Consecutive days on site per month Rate: £78.33 p/h Umbrella or £58 p/h PAYE Inside IR35 Duration: 12 Months Key Accountabilities and Deliverables • Capture and agreed technical requirements in accordance with company and programme processes • Deliver compliant technical solutions against contractual requirements and regulations • Deliver design documentation generated, captured … configured, and controlled in accordance with company processes • Deliver design change requirements and documentation generated, captured, configured, and controlled in accordance with company processes • Provide engineering LCM adherence for all deliverables, Subcontract Design Reviews, and relevant input to project LCM activities. • Provide engineering Lifecycle Management (LCM) adherence for all deliverables, Subcontract Design Reviews, and relevant input to project … LCM activities. • Provide specialist technical input, review, and support into projects beyond immediate scope as an independent thereof • Leverage systems experience and knowledge in both the tactical and strategic development of other engineers and relevant members of other supporting functions Key Skillset Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering: • Ability to use MBSE tools such as Sparx Enterprise More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a number of Electrical Systems Engineer/Architect subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. This role will be a hybrid position 3 days per week onsite and 2 days remote. Hourly Rate: £60 -£85 (Umbrella). Contract Duration: 12Months initially and then ongoing and long … 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 ❯

A company that designs and develops medical devices is seeking to recruit a Systems Engineer to work on a contract based in Warwickshire that is initially scheduled for 6 months with some hybrid working available. The Role This position will involve hands-on system level engineering from requirements delivering mechanical, electronic or software systems for complex devices. … This will include: * Create systems engineering deliverables following V model lifecycle development and in line with IEC 60601. * Delivery, review, and analysis of systems documentation including feature definition, use cases, stakeholder requirements, system requirements, sub-systems requirements, and modal requirements * Creation and maintenance of Design Definition documents at the system and sub-system level of decomposition. … and validation are followed and remain compliant with the approved development process, risk management process and regulatory standards. * Create and maintain traceability reports. Experience Ideal candidates will be experienced Systems Engineers who have worked in a safety critical, regulated industry. Experience of system level test is also of benefit. Apply For more information on this contract please email your More ❯

globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs w e are looking for a Systems Design Integration Engineer for a 12 Month contract based in Bristol. Job description - the role Systematically investigating and understanding problems; Safety, Quality, Customer Requirement, Business Requirement using Systems Engineering principles. Understanding products and their interactions at platform, system, sub-system, component, component feature and manufacturing process level. Defining and interpreting product definition and documentation. Develop product verification strategies and compliance statements Demonstrating ability to engineer complex (electro, fluid, thermal, mechanical) systems. Integrating outward to platform and customer environment and inwards through product systems and sub … highly regulated industries. Supporting validation and Verification activities. Creating justifications for release to service. Supporting products in production and service. What we require from the candidate Experience as a Systems Design Integration Engineer within a highly regulated environment; ideally aerospace or defence Technical knowledge of design methodologies and have an understanding of cross-discipline engineering concepts which include More ❯

MERITUS Talent are supporting a leading defence organisation who are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to join their Military Satellite Communications (Milsatcom) team. This is an opportunity to contribute to some of the UK's most advanced satellite programmes, delivering secure communications to the MOD across space, ground, and control segments. What you'll be doing: Capturing requirements from … down into system and subsystem needs. Supporting verification, validation, and testing (VV&T) activities. Defining system architecture for ground and space segments, making trade-offs where necessary. Working with engineering leads, partners, and customers through integrated working groups. Providing technical input for bids, proposals, and customer reviews. Supporting project planning, schedules, and costs while keeping stakeholders informed. What we … re looking for: Degree (or equivalent experience) in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or similar . Experience with end-to-end digital telecommunications systems (milsatcom highly desirable). Knowledge of systems engineering, MBSE, and architectural frameworks (EA experience beneficial). Strong understanding of satellite platforms, payloads, and control systems . Comfortable presenting, writing reports, and engaging with More ❯