Senior Systems Engineer s


Company 

Matchtech

Location 

Bristol

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£50,000 - £70,000 Per Annum

Job Requirements/Description

As part of a highly skilled team, you will work with experts in defence training to contribute to projects that apply cutting-edge technologies to accelerate the development and transformation of modern training solutions. The role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the success of the company and help secure long-term client relationships.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex systems, following best practices in Defence acquisition.
  • Collaborate closely with project managers and cross-functional teams to ensure all project/product requirements are fulfilled.
  • Prepare and present design review materials to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support subcontractor management and review the materials and products provided.
  • Develop, maintain, and control engineering documentation, including requirements, system architectures, test plans, and bill of materials.
  • Provide technical expertise across projects and contribute to business development.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and produce technical reports.
  • Assist in the development and continuous improvement of internal engineering processes.


Job Requirements:


The ideal candidate will have experience in early stages of the system engineering lifecycle, focusing on:

  • Requirement decomposition.
  • Logical, functional, and physical architectures.
  • Proficiency with Systems Modelling Language (SysML) using Enterprise Architect.
  • Ability to develop physics-based mathematical models to support system development (MatLab experience preferred).


Essential Skills and Specialist Knowledge:

  • Strong understanding of synthetic training solutions within the defence sector; knowledge of Naval defence platforms/systems is highly desirable.
  • Proven experience in specifying, designing, developing, and implementing complex systems, including end-to-end management of system specifications.
  • Previous experience in a Systems Engineering role.
  • Thorough knowledge of the system engineering lifecycle and related principles.
  • Ability to understand and interpret customer requirements in an operational context.
  • Proficient in system architecture development using appropriate tools and modelling languages (e.g., SysML).
  • Experience in Integration, Test, and Verification, including presenting verification outcomes to stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of agile methodologies, tools, and techniques.
  • Experience in writing technical reports and presenting them to both internal and external audiences.
  • Familiarity with Systems Engineering processes, tools, and techniques within a Defence framework.


Benefits:


By joining the team, you'll become part of a successful and growing company with opportunities to:

  • Work in a state-of-the-art office.
  • Enjoy a friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment.
  • Receive 25 days of Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, a Birthday Day off, and the option to buy an additional 5 days after one year of employment.
  • Contribute to shaping the company's processes, practices, and culture.
  • Family medical and dental cover.
  • 5 additional reservist volunteering days on full pay.
  • 2 additional volunteering days on full pay.
  • 7% NEST pension scheme.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme and EV Scheme.
  • Career development and progression opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Company-wide annual socials and wellbeing initiatives.


If you are an experienced Systems Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a forward-thinking environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Portsmouth or Bristol.

Company 

Matchtech

Location 

Bristol

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£50,000 - £70,000 Per Annum

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