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Senior Systems EngineerAll potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application. All applicants must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum. Guidance on UK National Security Vetting can be found on the GOV.UK website.Full-time 37 hours per week On-site at a UK defence locationAs a Senior Systems Engineer, you'll join a specialist team working with cutting-edge mission and avionics systems, collaborating closely with expert partners to advance next-generation capability.The Role In this role, you will provide high-quality systems and operational analysis to support the design, evaluation and assurance of advanced military aviation systems.Working as part of an embedded engineering team, you'll lead analysis activities, develop and validate software tools, support flight test programmes, and contribute expert insight to ensure safe, effective and future-focused capability development.Key ResponsibilitiesActing as a subject matter expert for mission and avionics systemsLeading systems integration and flight test analysis activitiesApplying verification and validation techniques to support airworthiness and safetyDefining, developing and supporting test plans and operational analysisSupervising and mentoring engineers within the analysis teamEssential ExperienceStrong background in technical analysis and problem solving across the engineering lifecycleProficiency in engineering software development (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C++)Experience in systems engineering or aerospace engineeringExperience working within safety-critical or regulated environmentsAbility to work independently and within multi-disciplinary teamsExcellent communication skills, including the ability to present technical findingsEssential QualificationsBachelor's degree in a relevant STEM disciplineEligibility or willingness to obtain UK Security ClearanceWe welcome xjdpvnf applicants from diverse backgrounds - if you can demonstrate the required experience and a willingness to learn, we want to hear from you.What they offerMatched-contribution pension scheme with life assuranceGenerous holiday allowance, plus the option to purchase additional daysAccess to health cash plans, private medical insurance and dental coverEmployee discount portal including insurance, retail, leisure and moreSupport for the Armed Forces community, including recognition under the Defence Employer Recognition SchemePaid volunteering opportunities to support charities and the local community