Senior Systems Engineer (Defence)

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to lead complex engineering projects with a strong emphasis on Requirements Management and Verification & Validation (V&V). With over 10 years of experience across the full Systems Engineering Lifecycle, the ideal candidate will play a critical role in delivering innovative solutions for defence projects.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead requirements management, analysis, and engineering activities, ensuring traceability and compliance with standards.
• Develop and implement Verification & Validation strategies, including test planning, execution, and reporting, in alignment with project objectives.
• Drive the development of qualification strategies and Integrated Test Evaluation and Acceptance (ITEA) processes for defence and aerospace projects.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams, providing technical leadership and mentorship.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including qualification strategies, test plans, and system specifications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across government, industry, and suppliers to align project goals with customer needs.
• Participate in and lead system integration readiness reviews and defect management processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering subject, such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Systems Engineer or in a similar role within industries such as defence, aerospace, or maritime.

• Strong knowledge of requirements, system design, integration and systems testing, and validation processes.
• Proficiency with requirements management tools, particularly IBM DOORS.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Product safety and risk assessment methodologies.
• Knowledge of Information Assurance and Product Security.

• Work on innovative and mission-critical projects in industries like defence, aerospace, and maritime.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled and motivated engineering team.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development in a challenging and rewarding environment.