18 of 18 Permanent Systems Engineering Jobs in East Anglia

We are seeking a versatile and seasoned systems engineer who is eager to take on a demanding and pivotal leadership role in driving transformation. The role is situated within the Systems Engineering and Design Capability (SE&DC) department, within the Systems Design - Emerging Portfolio and Capability … function. This department provides vital Systems Engineering and Design best practices, including training, coaching, and project support, to various projects. What we're looking for from you: A deep and extensive understanding of current Systems Engineering methodologies and their practical applications. Recent involvement in projects implementing … MBSE is strongly preferred. Experience in spearheading digital engineering transformations within systems engineering contexts is highly advantageous. A relevant degree or equivalent in a fitting discipline is the ideal academic background. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to 21.25% (based on company performance and will More ❯

with a leading UK defence organisation at the forefront of digital transformation within engineering. As part of a major programme to extend Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) into a fully integrated End-to-End Model-Based Engineering (E2E MBE) framework, this client is seeking a Digital Engineering – Systems Capability Lead to join their fast-evolving Systems Engineering and Design function. Role Highlights • Lead the continued deployment and refinement of MBSE practices across UK programmes. • Support integration of systems engineering with disciplines such as software, ECAD, MCAD, and speciality engineering. • Drive the … introduction of generative AI into systems workflows, including use of productivity tools and specialist LLMs. • Champion initiatives around engineering data modelling, governance, analytics, and lifecycle management. • Create best-practice guidance and contribute to capability uplift through training and hands-on support. • Act as a key advisor, collaborating with More ❯

Job Title: Systems Design Engineer Location: Hybrid working, typically 2–3 days per week onsite The Role: Join a systems design team specializing in cutting-edge Data Link electronics. Collaborate with international colleagues to lead the development of advanced technology across the entire lifecycle, from concept to deployment. … your technical expertise. You’ll contribute to critical programs in areas such as Ground-Based Air Defence, Deep Strike, and Air Dominance. Responsibilities: Lead systems design activities alongside subject-matter experts in Data Link technology. Develop comprehensive strategies for verifying and validating electrical, mechanical, software, and other system properties. … Support system certification by working with Equipment Design Authorities and test teams to ensure compliance and delivery. Conduct technical trade studies and manage systems design work packages to achieve value-driven outcomes. Desirable Skills: Proficiency in systems engineering, particularly in hardware, firmware, and software integration. Experience with More ❯

About the job you're considering Capgemini Engineering is looking for Space Systems Engineering Consultants to join out rapidly growing team to support one of the UK’s leading Aerospace organisations. Our portfolio of projects includes work at all stages of the system lifecycle, from concept definition … to in-service support. As well as directly supporting systems engineering tasks for our clients, we also offer consultancy services to improve organisations systems capabilities and enable digital transformation. Capgemini Operates a hybrid working model with a combination of office and home-based working. This role will … require approximately half of the time to be spent working in offices in Stevenage. At Capgemini Engineering we value excellence, care, responsibility, dynamism and innovation. We offer a job with variation that leaves plenty of room for initiative and development. In fact, we are not just offering you a More ❯

Job Title: Systems Design Engineer Location: Stevenage Work Model: Hybrid, typically 3 days per week on-site Eligibility: Must be a British Citizen or dual UK national with British citizenship. Successful candidates will undergo Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks after the offer stage. The Role: Join a team … of Systems Engineers focused on designing and delivering complex and innovative solutions. You’ll contribute to the entire development process, from analyzing technical requirements and creating specifications to utilizing modeling techniques and managing verification and validation activities. Responsibilities: Apply systems engineering practices across the ‘V-model’ to … develop advanced products. Use systems engineering tools (e.g., DOORS, Rhapsody) and languages such as SysML to model and study system behaviors. Plan and oversee engineering work packages, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver optimal outcomes. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Ensure More ❯

We are looking for Systems Engineers with experience of core Systems Engineering activities across the whole life cycle. You will be responsible for shaping the technical direction of EO Seekers & Sensors, working closely with specialist teams and external partners to ensure successful delivery. From specification and assessment … project requirements. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to drive technical solutions. Support research and development initiatives to advance future capabilities. Oversee engineering work packages, ensuring efficient coordination and project delivery. Skills & Experience Expertise in systems engineering, including requirements analysis and specification development. Experience in … and modelling complex system architectures. Ability to conduct trade studies to inform design decisions. Knowledge of system verification, validation, and certification processes. Proficiency with systems engineering tools (e.g., IBM DOORS Next, Rhapsody). Experience managing engineering work packages and coordinating teams. Strong stakeholder management skills, including with More ❯

What we're looking for from you: A well-rounded Systems Engineer with any of the following skills and experience: Requirements analysis, specifications and justification System architecture design and modelling System trade studies to inform design decisions Systems proving, design assurance and certification Desirable, but not required to … secure the role: Knowledge of the physics and technologies involved in Electro-Optical systems Practical application of systems engineering processes to develop complex products, defence/aerospace industry or high integrity systems experience ideal Experience of model based engineering techniques, including SysML Use of systems engineering tools (e.g. IBM DOORS Next, Rhapsody, etc) Experience of managing engineering work packages to deliver value outcomes, including co-ordination of other engineering disciplines and subject matter experts Managing stakeholders, including customers or suppliers Application of Defence, Military or other aerospace standards and design assurance More ❯

Our client a leading defence company has an exciting opportunity for a contract Systems Engineer to join their team within the Combat Air line of business for a twelve-month contract as part of the team working on our systems for Typhoon. This role will focus on supporting … the development of systems for Typhoon Defensive Aids Systems. Due to the nature of the work, this role requires 4 days on-site working in Luton. A role within the team will provide exposure to EW products and subject-matter experts with expertise within domain, product, and technology fields. … performance Development of capability within limitations and constraints of the target hardware Creation of Test Plans and Requirements for Verification and Validation of sub-systems Creation of Integration Plans for unit integration into the full system Technical Discussions with suppliers and customers Document management to support design review activities More ❯

What we're looking for from you: A well-rounded Systems Engineer with any of the following skills and experience: Requirements analysis, specifications and justification System architecture design and modelling System trade studies to inform design decisions Systems proving, design assurance and certification Desirable, but not required to … secure the role: Knowledge of the physics and technologies involved in Electro-Optical systems Practical application of systems engineering processes to develop complex products, defence/aerospace industry or high integrity systems experience ideal Experience of model based engineering techniques, including SysML Use of systems engineering tools (e.g. IBM DOORS Next, Rhapsody, etc) Experience of managing engineering work packages to deliver value outcomes, including co-ordination of other engineering disciplines and subject matter experts Managing stakeholders, including customers or suppliers Application of Defence, Military or other aerospace standards and design assurance More ❯

SATCOM Systems Engineer Location: Luton – Hybrid Onsite: Flex for 1 day per week Clearance: SC required! The Opportunity: A global leader in space and satellite systems—operating at the intersection of defence, earth observation, and next-gen SATCOM—is seeking a Senior Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to … drive the design and delivery of high-resilience satellite networks and services. Role Overview: Join a high-performance engineering team shaping the future of secure global connectivity. You’ll work directly with commercial, defence, and space-sector clients to architect, design, and deliver integrated SATCOM systems—from initial … mission-critical comms infrastructure. If you're tired of being stuck in spec reviews or sidelined by bureaucracy, this is your chance to lead systems that launch into orbit and deliver under pressure. Responsibilities: Architect, design, and validate advanced SATCOM systems across space and ground segments Define system More ❯

Senior Satellite Communications Systems Engineer Location: Luton – Hybrid Onsite: 1 day per week Clearance: British Citizen or Dual National (eligible for UK Security Clearance) The Opportunity: A leading UK-based provider of advanced satellite communications and space solutions is seeking a Senior Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to support … this organisation plays a pivotal role in enabling secure global communications, navigation, and data services from space. Role Overview: Embedded in a highly skilled engineering team, you’ll work across the full system lifecycle—from concept and architecture through to integration and operational deployment. The role offers exposure to … cutting-edge satellite technology and a variety of technical challenges across RF, payload, ground segment, and networking systems. Responsibilities: • Design and develop advanced SATCOM systems across space and ground segments • Lead system-level requirements, architecture design, and interface definition • Conduct RF link analysis, bandwidth planning, and coverage modelling • Integrate More ❯

Senior & Principal Systems Engineer Location: Chelmsford Salary: £70k DOE The role puts you at the forefront of real world demands in the defence industry. You will be developing current and next generation products to counter emerging threats and gain an advantage in future endeavours Overview – Systems Engineer Develop … solutions to evolving technical challenges and emerging Apply knowledge, skills and experience of Systems Engineering principles, techniques and governance to develop technical solutions and resolve engineering issues Conduct system design analysis to manage trade-offs of system parameters Lead the decomposition of requirements to system and sub … related problems Direct and undertake system integration, test planning and execution Define and articulate system acceptance strategies and acceptance evidence Your skills and experiences – Systems Engineer Understanding in some of the following areas: signal processing, target track extraction, object classification algorithms, system and sensor resource optimisation A good understanding More ❯

Satellite Communications Systems Engineer Location: Luton (Hybrid – 1 day per week onsite) Eligibility: UK nationals or dual nationals only Salary: Up to £80,000 About the Role An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to join a growing technology firm specialising in advanced … space missions through the development and delivery of robust, secure, and innovative satellite communication systems. What You’ll Be Doing As a Satellite Communications Systems Engineer, you will help design and implement modern satellite communications networks and services, from architecture definition through to deployment and testing. You’ll work … Designing, verifying, and supporting satellite system components and processes • Producing technical documentation, test plans, and support materials • Applying analytical thinking to troubleshoot and resolve engineering challenges Must-Have Experience and Skills: • 5–10 years of experience in satellite communications or a related discipline • A degree in Systems Engineering More ❯

family of programming languages. The role combines aspects of technical leadership, project management and team building. WSSE are integral in the development of weapon systems and system architectures, and as a result we have developed a capability supporting developments across the full product life cycle. The team integrates real … This role will offer you the opportunity to: Grow your skills and abilities, whilst supporting the full development lifecycle. Develop a broader view of systems of systems engineering and drive the technical innovation through a synthetic environment. Work on the worlds most advanced defence systems from … training. Underpinning everything we do is experimentation and you will be part of the team developing new innovative ways and capabilities to support weapon systems development for domestic and international customers Interested? Click Apply Now! What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base More ❯

Reliability Engineer – Communications Systems Location: Cambridge, UK Contract: 9-Month FTC (Potential to xxtend) Working Arrangement: Mostly onsite Travel: Potential travel to manufacturing site in Poland Salary: £40-50K pro rata'd over the 9 month period Overview We’re working with a fast-growing communications business in … unique opportunity to play a key role in driving component- and system-level reliability improvements across complex electronic systems. You'll work closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure products meet rigorous standards in reliability, certification, and compliance, supporting both UK-based development and international manufacturing processes. … Key Responsibilities Lead reliability planning and testing for components and systems in accordance with standards such as JEDEC , Telcordia , MIL-STD-810 , GR-63 , and GR-1086 Conduct failure analysis and fault investigation, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions Drive continuous improvement initiatives across design and production lines More ❯

Salary: Circa £55,000 Locations: Stevenage Working Model: Hybrid (2-3 days per week on-site) Security Clearance: British Citizen The Opportunity: Take your engineering career to the next level by supporting a high-profile Air Defence programme. As part of the Platform Communications Team, you'll provide critical … and generating reports on new technologies to enhance system capabilities • Engaging with stakeholders and collaborating with technology specialists • Supporting the delivery of advanced weapon systems to UK and international defence partners • Challenging existing processes and driving improvements Essential Skills: To excel in this role as a System Engineer, you … should have: • Strong experience in network communications and system integration • Proven ability in engineering product delivery and technical problem-solving • Familiarity with defence or secure communications environments • Hands-on experience with test and validation methodologies • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills • A degree in engineering, computer science, or More ❯

knowledge Unified Planning Project Management Training and Coaching Communication Problem-Solving Collaboration Documentation Continuous Improvement About us: At Scalian, we are a leading multinational engineering consultancy company with 4,500 specialists with over 30 years of experience. We specialize in digital systems (IT, embedded software, electronics and systems engineering) and industrial performance (quality assurance, supply chain, operational excellence and project management). Our expertise serves various technology sectors such as automotive, aerospace, defence, rail and energy while providing distinctive support for their development and operations. More ❯

traditional software boundaries. Enthusiastic about contributing to innovative, time-sensitive, and mission-critical products. Effective communicator, able to collaborate seamlessly with diverse teams, including Systems Engineering, Electronics, Electrical, and Test and Validation. For Security Clearance reasons to work this role you must have British citizenship or be a More ❯