Mission Planning Systems Engineer

Overview

In this role you will contribute to mission planning systems across the development lifecycle from concept to in-service support. You will work with UK and French teams and engage with customers and end-users while hands-on with mission planning equipment. The position offers a dynamic, cross-border environment and requires BPSS clearance post-offer. This is an opportunity to apply systems engineering in a high-stakes defence setting and help shape certified, cutting-edge solutions.

Pay / Benefits

• Company bonus up to 2,500
• Pension contributions up to 14%
• Overtime paid
• Flexi Leave up to 15 days
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave

Responsibilities

• Perform systems design activities for mission planning products
• Provide inputs to requirements capture, design freezes, system integration and testing through to verification and certification
• Collaborate with UK and French Systems and Software teams and other stakeholders to ensure robust design and validation
• Engage with customers and end-users while working with operational equipment
• Work across all stages of the development lifecycle from concept through to in-service support and training

Key requirements

• Understanding of the Systems Engineering Process is essential
• Recent experience in a systems engineering role across the full lifecycle
• Experience with Requirements Capture and Control tools (e.g., DOORS) and Configuration Management is essential
• Strong communication and collaboration across multiple teams and locations
• Proven analytical problem-solving skills
• General understanding of mission planning principles would be beneficial
• Engineering degree or equivalent

• Collaborative mindset
• Analytical thinking
• Clear communication
• Systems engineering process
• Requirements capture (DOORS)
• Configuration management

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