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Systems Engineer


Company : ALTEN LTD - UK


Location : Hastings, England


Created : 2025-08-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference?You could be one of our 54k+ colleagues in over 30 countries working on inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference?You could be one of our 54k+ colleagues in over 30 countries working on inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!Job DescriptionPlay a vital role in developing systems that protect airborne platforms from RF-based threats. AtALTEN , we’re supporting cutting-edgeelectronic warfareprogrammes that require precision, safety, and performance. As aSystems Engineering Consultant , you’ll be part of a highly skilled team working on requirements-driven radar technologies. You’ll contribute directly to the design and development of high-integrity systems that are critical to national defence. This is your chance to make a real-world impact at the forefront of UK defence engineering.Key Details:Location: On-site in HastingsSecurity Clearance: Must be SC clearableExperience Level: 5+ years’ experience in Systems EngineeringKey Responsibilities:Define, manage, and validatesystem-level requirementsfor complexradarandelectronic systems Support thedesign and development lifecycle , ensuring traceability and compliance with defence standards Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams acrosshardware ,software , andintegrationfunctions Apply structured systems engineering methodologies withinV-modelor similar lifecycle frameworks Create and maintain robusttechnical documentation , specifications, and traceability matrices Engage with stakeholders to ensure technical alignment, risk management, and system performanceQualificationsRequired Skills:Strong background inElectronics Engineeringwith applied experience inradarorRF-based systems Demonstrable capability inrequirements gathering , analysis, andsystem architecture Proficiency withrequirements management tools(e.g.DOORS ,Jama ) Familiarity withMBSE ,SysML , orUMLtechniques Experience withindefence ,aerospace , ormission-critical environments Excellent communication and systems thinking across engineering teams Required Qualifications:Must be eligible forUK Security Clearance (SC) ABachelor’s or Master's degreein Systems, Electronics, Electrical Engineering or a related field OR RelevantUK Armed Forces technical backgroundwith proven systems engineering experience Desirable Skills:Experience withelectronic warfare ,signal processing , orsensor integration Knowledge ofsafety-criticalormission-criticalstandards (e.g.DEF STAN ,MIL-STD ) Exposure tolab-based testing , hardware integration, orsystem simulation environments Understanding ofmodel-based systems engineeringand tools likeCameoorRhapsodyAdditional InformationWhy 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)Seniority levelSeniority level Not Applicable Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Consulting Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ALTEN LTD - UK by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “System Engineer” roles.East Sussex, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Royal Tunbridge Wells, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Little London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago East Sussex, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Little London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago Network and Infrastructure Engineer - 2nd and Some 3rd LineEast Sussex, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Little London, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago East Sussex, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Ashford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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