Copello have partnered with an established Defence Engineering business in the recruitment of a Systems Engineer.

This role focuses on supporting the design and delivery of advanced systems in areas such as resilient navigation, RF communications and sensor-based technologies used in challenging operational environments.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting system design across the full lifecycle, from early R&D through to deployment and support
• Contributing to system architecture, trade-off studies and technical decision-making
• Working with end users and stakeholders to help shape and deliver effective solutions
• Supporting technical assurance activities, risk management and ensuring delivery to quality, cost and schedule
• Assisting with integration, test, trials and system validation activities

What we’re looking for:

• A degree in engineering, computer science or a related technical discipline
• A foundation in systems engineering with experience working on technically complex projects
• Knowledge of sensor and/or communication systems
• Ability to operate effectively in technically demanding and collaborative environments

Nice to have:

• Experience with navigation, positioning or timing systems (including resilient or alternative approaches)
• Exposure to RF, EW, DSP, FPGA, SDR or antenna-based systems
• Familiarity with structured development processes (e.g. Waterfall, Agile, SAFe, Spiral)
• Experience supporting risk, issue and configuration management

Please note candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance for this position.

If you are interested, please get in touch with Ella