Systems Engineer (Defence)

Systems Engineer (Defence)

Company Description

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Job Description

We are seeking skilled Systems Engineers for multiple roles based in Crawley on a hybrid basis, each offering the opportunity to work on critical defence projects. Whether you have general systems engineering experience, specialize in left/right hand side systems, or excel in requirements management, we have a position for you.

Key Responsibilities:

  • General Systems Engineering: Apply your expertise in system engineering processes and practices, with a focus on the full lifecycle of defence systems.
  • Requirements Management: Use DOORS to manage and derive requirements, ensuring all project needs are accurately captured and met.
  • Leadership and Coordination: Lead Critical Design Reviews (CDR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), and mentor a team of junior systems engineers.
  • System Integration: Work with a variety of technologies to integrate and verify systems in a logical and structured manner, meeting all customer requirements.
  • Collaboration: Develop and establish collaborative relationships with multiple stakeholders, ensuring a system-centric approach to all projects.
  • Communication: Present and explain complex technical problems clearly, tailoring your communication to suit different audiences.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years experience in Systems Engineering in Defence, Aerospace or similar industries (Rail, Energy, Automotive etc)
  • Strong understanding of Systems Engineering Lifecycles and the ability to apply these principles to complex projects.
  • Proficiency in DOORS for requirements management and requirements derivation.
  • Experience with CDR/PDR processes.
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders across disciplines.
  • Eligibility for SC clearance (UKEO), with a proactive and can-do attitude.

We are looking for Systems engineers with a wide range of skills and expertise, so whether you fit one or all of the above criteria, we would love to hear from you!

Additional Information

Why join us?

  • We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.
  • Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.
  • We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
  • We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We’re here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!

In short you get:

  • A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
  • A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
  • A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
  • A competitive salary
  • Private Medical & Travel Insurance
  • Pension Scheme
  • Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
  • Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
  • Flexible way of working (role dependent)
Job info
04/09/2024
Cheadle
REF11173X
Recruiter info
Alten Uk