Systems Engineer

We are currently recruiting for a Systems Engineer to provide dedicated engineering support within a UK Defence Innovation team.

The role will focus on propulsion systems, sub-system integration and uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) , providing technical expertise across requirements development, supplier engagement, technical assessment, assurance and trials, test and evaluation activities.

This is an opportunity to work within a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary defence environment supporting the development of innovative and emerging technologies for operational capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine technical requirements for procurement activity.
• Provide technical input into evaluation criteria, qualification requirements and technical clarification responses.
• Support early market engagement and supplier down-selection.
• Review and assess supplier technical proposals, with particular focus on:
• Propulsion maturity
• System and sub-system integration
• Integration risks
• Suitability for UAS applications
• Support supplier assurance visits, demonstrations and technical reviews.
• Produce technical assessment reports, evaluation evidence and risk/opportunity inputs.
• Support the planning and execution of trials, testing and evaluation activities.
• Define test objectives, technical success criteria and evidence capture approaches.
• Provide technical advice to the wider engineering and defence innovation team.
• Support knowledge transfer through technical reviews, handovers and lessons learned.
• Attend supplier sites, demonstrations and trials-related activities across the UK as required.

Essential Skills

• Strong practical understanding of propulsion systems and sub-system integration.
• Understanding of the engineering considerations associated with low-cost or disposable air systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively within an agile, fast-paced environment.
• Professionally registered as one of the following, or equivalent:
• Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
• Registered Scientist (RSci)
• Incorporated Marine Engineer (IMarEng)
• Registered Marine Scientist (RMarSci)
• Registered Marine Technologist (RMarTech)
• Advanced Data Science Professional
• Incorporated Radiation Protection Professional (IRadP)
• Advanced Registered IT Technician (Adv RITTech)
• Registered Environmental Practitioner (REnvP)

Experience

• Experience working with uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) or expendable/disposable air systems.
• Experience assessing propulsion maturity, integration constraints, manufacturing readiness or test evidence.
• Experience in trials, test and evaluation planning, including defining test objectives and success criteria.
• Experience working with suppliers during early-stage development, demonstrations or prototype activity.
• Experience within MOD, DE&S or defence innovation environments.
• Experience supporting technical assurance, supplier reviews or technology demonstrator programmes.
• Proven experience providing technical advice and delivering engineering outcomes within aerospace, propulsion or systems engineering environments.
• Experience providing technical advice and supporting successful engineering delivery.
• Experience with propulsion solutions is essential.

What Do I Need Before I Apply

• Clearance: SC Clearance required
• Working: Minimum 1 day per week onsite at Abbey Wood, with UK supplier visits, demonstrations, technical reviews and trials as required

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work
• at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people
• “We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.
• We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive