We are seeking a highly experienced and enthusiastic Senior Systems Engineer to take the lead on a major project. In this senior role, you will be responsible for the delivery of a complex system that involves specialist sensors, electronics, and signal processing firmware/software.
What You'll Do:
Act as the Systems Design Authority for one or more projects, supporting the Project Manager and providing technical authority throughout.
Oversee system design and development activities, ensuring rigorous test procedures are in place at the equipment, system, and software levels.
Ensure all design and technical requirements are met throughout the entire lifecycle from design through integration and customer acceptance.
Develop comprehensive technical documentation, including test plans, specifications, and procedures.
Support the Project Manager with project planning, risk, and opportunity management.
Review and approve technical documents, participate in design reviews, and ensure customer acceptance.
Support the development of system enhancements and roadmaps for future upgrades.
Contribute to business development efforts by identifying opportunities and preparing technical proposals.
What You'll Need:
Proven track record in delivering complex system design, implementation, test, and integration in the defence (or highly regulated) domain.
Experience across the full system life cycle, including design, development, testing, integration, and acceptance.
Strong technical knowledge in sonar systems development, particularly designing and implementing software for sonar systems.
Solid understanding of signal processing and modern software design techniques, for example C++, Java, C#.
Ability to manage, motivate, and develop engineering teams to meet targets and quality standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers.
Experience in bid & proposal development and architecting technical solutions.
Knowledge of complex electronics and firmware design principles.
Familiarity with agile or spiral development cycles and experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
A BSc/BEng Degree in Engineering, Maths, or Science (or equivalent experience).
Sole UK National with the ability to attain DV or SC UK security clearance.
Full UK driving licence.
What You'll Get:
Career Growth: Full engineering lifecycle with optional career path flexibility.
Work-Life Balance: Paid overtime or time off in lieu - gain up to 24 additional paid days off per year or boost your salary with overtime.
Flexible Working: Core working hours of 09:30 - 12:00 & 14:00 - 16:00 to support your work-life balance.
Competitive Benefits including 24 days holiday (plus public holidays), Pension scheme, Private medical care, relocation package and more.
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