Full job descriptionA fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Systems Engineer
to join a leading defence organization, playing a crucial role in
designing and delivering next-generation combat air systems that
will set new standards in weapon integration, effectiveness and
efficiency.

This role forms part of a ground-breaking programme within the
Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a
cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force
within an ambitious timeframe. Built upon a global partnership
through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK
with international allies Italy and Japan, this initiative aims
to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons,
moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and
efficient approach.

This is an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the
development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities,
reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless
coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, to ensure
missions are executed with precision and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

* Delivering key System of Systems concepting activities
* Requirements elicitation and decomposition
* Architectural processes across the project’s Model Based
Engineering tools
* Working with design teams to define and convey the overall
system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and
constraints that balance fulfilment of the need
* Supporting cross-functional assessment and analysis activities

The ideal candidate must have:

* Analytical systems thinking, with the ability to develop and
communicate new concepts and architectures, and an understanding
of the requirements/needs that drive the design
* Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and
external stakeholders
* Ability to influence and drive a narrative
* Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team
* Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and
communication skills

This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes
but is not limited to:

* Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance)
* Strong employer pension contribution, up to a maximum total
(employer and employee) of 14%
* Opportunity for paid overtime
* Generous flexi leave allowance, with up to 15 additional days
* Flexible working arrangements welcomed
* Enhanced parental leave, covering maternity, adoption, shared
parental and paternity leave, plus neonatal leave and fertility
testing/treatment support
* Excellent on-site facilities, including subsidised meals and
free car parking
* Healthcare Cash Plan, offering cash back on everyday healthcare
expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more

If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact
Annabella ASAP or apply via this advert!

Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only
candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without
limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British
Citizenship) will be considered.

We endeavour to reply to every candidate, but if you haven’t
heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have
unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the
position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email
to discuss other potential positions.