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Senior Systems Engineer

BAE SystemsSheerness, Kent🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 17 Feb 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Senior Systems Engineer role at BAE Systems offers a fantastic opportunity to translate complex customer needs into cutting-edge defence and aerospace solutions, fostering significant career growth and technical skill development. You'll thrive here if you are a collaborative engineer eager to lead technical work packages, mentor others, and contribute to shaping a safer future, with a competitive salary of GBP 45,000 - 60,000. Apply today to join a globally recognized company pioneering technological advancements!

Quick Overview

Salary
£45k - £60k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Senior Systems Engineer | Sheerness, United Kingdom | On-site | £45,000 – £60,000 This employer is a globally recognised leader in defence, aerospace, and security solutions, committed to pioneering progress and protecting what matters. They offer a dynamic environment where innovation and technology-driven solutions shape a safer future. Join a team dedicated to delivering advanced systems across diverse platforms. The Role • Translate complex customer needs into multi-level requirements. • Develop advanced system architectures using Model-Based Systems Engineering. • Oversee the integration, analysis, and testing of real-time systems (electronic, mechanical, optical, software). • Lead collaborative technical work packages, ensuring alignment with customer expectations. • Guide and mentor other engineers, fostering team capability development. • Drive system evolution using best-practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches. What You'll Need • Proven experience in requirements management, design analysis, modelling, and simulation. • Proficiency with tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB, and/or Simulink, and design methodologies like SysML. • Experience with customer and/or supplier liaison for technical aspects. • A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject. • Experience in integration, test, and verification of real-time and/or safety-related systems. • Understanding of safety assessment processes and their impact on design. What's On Offer • The opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence, aerospace, and security solutions. • A supportive culture with a strong sense of shared purpose and opportunities for career growth. • Lifelong learning and development to become a subject matter expert. • Rewards tailored to individual and family needs, supporting financial and personal wellbeing. • A balanced lifestyle and an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Apply via Haystack today!

Skills

MATLAB

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