Summary: The Senior Engineer – Combat Systems (External Communications System) role involves defining and developing communication system designs through systems engineering principles, ensuring compliance with contractual and performance requirements. The position requires collaboration with suppliers and stakeholders throughout the engineering lifecycle, from design to system acceptance. The role is based in Portsmouth, England, and offers hybrid working arrangements. Candidates will be part of a team focused on innovative technologies for submarine communication systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and develop the ECS design through systems engineering principles, including architecture, requirements, and interfaces.
• Understand contractual and performance requirements for communication products and support acceptance criteria through various activities.
• Support the flow-down of requirements to suppliers and ensure proper documentation of deliverables.
• Assist in bids, proposal development, and project planning activities.
• Provide technical support for integrated performance and acceptance activities.
• Document domain knowledge and share expertise to enhance the knowledge base within teams.

Key Skills:

• Knowledge and experience in wireless communication systems in maritime, defence, and commercial domains.
• STEM-related degree or equivalent experience in aerospace, defence, telecommunications, or marine environments.
• Understanding of the complete engineering lifecycle and experience in key lifecycle phases.
• Strong awareness of product safety and SHE.
• Good communication skills for interaction with diverse stakeholders.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Portsmouth

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT