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Lead Systems Engineer


Company : Leonardo


Location : Luton, England


Created : 2025-05-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for theLead Systems Engineerrole atLeonardo1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Job Description Do you love solving complex problems? Thrive in a collaborative environment? Want to make an impact with cutting-edge technology?Join us as a Lead Systems Engineer and work on real-world challenges, designing solutions that power the future of defence technology.What We’re Looking For If you have applied engineering experience and a systems-thinking mindset, we want to hear from you! Whether you’re an expert in a specific area or have broad knowledge across the systems engineering lifecycle, your skills matter.We’re Interested In Experience WithSystems Engineering (e.g., problem definition, architecture, MBSE, integration, verification & validation)Domain Expertise (e.g., digital signal processing, RF systems, AI/ML, multi-sensor fusion, electronic warfare)Collaboration with specialists in safety, security, and reliability to deliver robust solutionsWhere your work will make an Impact You could contribute to:Protecting RAF aircraft like Typhoon and ApacheAdvancing next-gen air combat with Team Tempest and GCAPDeveloping future electronic warfare systemsHarnessing AI/ML to unlock intelligence from vast dataWhat You’ll Be DoingDefining and developing system requirementsLeading concept studies and system trade-offsPrototyping new technologiesSolving integration challenges and testing solutionsWorking with industry partners and sharing knowledgeLife at Leonardo With a company-funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and flexible working hours, a career with Leonardo offers numerous opportunities and accessibility.Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part-time opportunities, please talk to us. Company Funded Flexible BenefitsAccess to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave, and up to 12 additional flexi leave days per yearPension: Award-winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with free mental health support, financial wellbeing support, and network groups promoting diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)Lifestyle: Discounted gym memberships, Cycle to work schemeTraining: Free access to over 4000 online courses via Coursera, LinkedIn Learning, etc.Referral Incentive: Rewards for successful referralsBonus Scheme: Available for all employees at management level and belowSecurity Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information, visitUK Government Security Clearance Levels .Primary Location GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300Additional Locations GB - Bristol - Coldharbour LaneContract Type Hybrid WorkingSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionOther, Information Technology, and EngineeringIndustriesDefense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Computer and Network Security#J-18808-Ljbffr