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Systems Engineer - Requirements

DefenceBristol, South West England🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 6 Aug 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Systems Requirements Engineer

Permanent - Bristol based - Hybrid working

Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Systems Requirements Engineer to join their growing team. This role is vital for supporting European forces in maximising the system's potential and extending capabilities for current and future export contracts.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Helping the customer understand and capture their needs
  • Deriving suitable system, subsystem, and software requirements to meet those needs
  • Informing product line approaches to create a common suite of products for different customers
  • Determining and managing processes and procedures to control changes
  • Acting as a customer for specific software items


Job Requirements:

  • Significant experience in requirements management and derivation (ideally in defence)
  • Experience with systems engineering tools such as DOORS, DOORS NG, and Rhapsody
  • Ability to clearly communicate technical information to customers
  • Knowledge in engineering change control and management
  • Capability to initiate and drive trade studies and system development activities
  • Experience in developing complex systems (ideally in defence)
  • Strong stakeholder management skills
  • Experience of working with product lines would be beneficial


Benefits:

  • Company bonus up to £2,500 (based on company performance)
  • Maximum total pension contribution up to 14% (employer and employee)
  • Opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave
  • Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking, and more
  • Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back on everyday healthcare expenses


If you are an experienced Systems Engineer within the functional development team looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact and grow professionally, we encourage you to apply now!


Skills

Stakeholder Management

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