Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer | Chatham, United Kingdom | On-site | £45,000 – £60,000

We're hiring on behalf of a globally recognised leader in advanced technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions. This organisation is dedicated to pioneering progress and protecting what matters most, shaping a safer future through innovation and engineering excellence.

The Role

• Understand complex customer needs and translate them into clear, multi-level requirements.
• Develop advanced system architectures using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles.
• Oversee the integration, analysis, and testing of real-time systems involving electronic, mechanical, optical, and software elements.
• Drive technical work package execution, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and project outcomes.
• Provide guidance and coaching to other engineers, fostering team capability and talent development.
• Apply best-practice lifecycle processes and modern approaches like Agile for efficient system evolution.

What You'll Need

• Proven experience in requirements management, design analysis, and simulation using MBSE tools (e.g., DOORS, Polarion, Enterprise Architect, MATLAB, Simulink) and methodologies (e.g., SysML).
• Experience in customer and/or supplier liaison for technical aspects, verifying customer satisfaction.
• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in a Scientific or Engineering subject (e.g., Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics, Mathematics).
• Experience in integration, test, and verification of real-time and/or safety-related systems is desirable.
• Familiarity with safety assessment processes and their influence on design is a plus.
• Ability to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard and potentially higher levels of security vetting.

What's On Offer

• A career with purpose and limitless possibilities in a company that pioneers progress.
• Opportunities for lifelong learning, professional growth, and development into subject matter experts.
• Recognition for contributions and tailored rewards supporting financial and personal wellbeing.
• A supportive and inclusive culture where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
• A balanced lifestyle within an environment that embraces sustainable ways of working.

Apply via Haystack today!