Systems Engineer - Defence

An exciting opportunity has arisen for one of the UK's most adaptable and reactive defence engineering companies who are looking for a Systems Engineer to play a pivotal role across the full systems development lifecycle - from design and integration through to testing, qualification, and customer acceptance.



As an experienced Systems Engineer, you will be working across a diverse range of defence and engineering projects involving specialist sensors, advanced electronics, signal processing firmware and software.



Key responsibilities for the Systems Engineer based in Portland:




  • Lead and support system design activities across multiple projects.

  • Define, implement, integrate and test systems and sub-systems.

  • Produce and review technical documentation - specs, test plans, procedures.

  • Drive integration, qualification, and acceptance activities.

  • Collaborate with hardware, software and firmware teams.

  • Contribute to customer design reviews and acceptance events.

  • Support research & development to improve product quality and performance.




Key skills required for the Systems Engineer based in Portland:




  • Experience in system design, integration, test and delivery (defence experience desirable).

  • Knowledge of electronics, firmware, and software design principles.

  • Strong documentation and communication skills.

  • Ability to identify risks, opportunities, and deliver against system requirements.

  • Degree in Engineering (or equivalent).

  • Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC/DV) - sole UK nationality required.

  • Full UK driving licence.




The position can be a mid or senior level Systems Engineer to play a pivotal role across the full systems development lifecycle.



APPLY NOW! To apply for the Systems Engineer role based in Portland, please send your CV to mbelmar@redlinegroup.Com, or for more information contact Mike Belmar on 01582 878807 or 07961 158782.


  • Start: ASAP
  • Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum
  • Location: Portland, England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Recruiter: Redline Group Ltd
  • Contact: Mike Belmar
  • Tel: 01582 450054
  • Fax: 01582 458685
  • Email: to view click here
  • Posted: 2025-08-27 12:19:51 -

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