Latest Systems Engineer Jobs

Spotlight

Expression of Interest - sUAS Training Instructor

Deliver and develop sUAS training programmes combining classroom, simulator, and practical flight instruction. Train remote pilots and sensor operators in safe, compliant operations across civil and defence contexts. Support curriculum design and mission-based exercises in complex BVLOS environments.

Eagle Eye Innovations Ltd Lincoln, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Software Development Engineer

Develop production-quality software for autonomous control systems in crewed and uncrewed aircraft, integrating advanced algorithms and working within multidisciplinary engineering teams. Focus on solving complex real-world problems through software in a defence technology context, with responsibilities spanning design, modelling, integration, and testing. Role requires strong ownership of technical work packages and the ability to mentor junior engineers.

Techniche Global Ltd Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £47,250 – £52,500 pa

Senior Staff Engineer, Autonomy and Motion Planning (R5538)

Lead the development and integration of autonomous mission-critical software for unmanned systems across air, land, sea, and space. Design scalable behavioral subsystems, drive full lifecycle development, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and operational experts to deliver intelligent, survivable autonomy in contested environments. Work at the intersection of robotics, motion planning, and defense technology with real-world deployment impact.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Staff Engineer, Autonomy and Motion Planning (R5263)

Develop and architect tactical autonomy software for unmanned systems operating across air, land, sea, and space domains. Focus on implementing multi-agent coordination, mission behaviors, and survivability in contested environments, with full lifecycle ownership from design to deployment. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and vehicle integration teams to deliver scalable, high-assurance autonomy solutions.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

C/C++ Engineer, UAV

Develop and optimize low-level C/C++ software for UAV flight controllers and onboard systems, working closely with hardware and systems engineers. Implement real-time control algorithms, sensor integration, and safety-critical logic in embedded environments. Engage in simulation, testing, and live flight trials to deliver robust autonomous flight capabilities.

IT Search & Select Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom £45,000 – £70,000 pa

Senior Robotics Engineer

Design and develop advanced robotic systems integrating software and hardware for autonomous drones, industrial robots, and automation solutions. Work across the full development lifecycle from prototyping to deployment, using ROS/ROS2, motion planning, perception, and control systems in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Redline Group Ireland £70,000 – £80,000 pa

Electronics Manager

This role involves leading a team of 8–10 electronic engineers in the design and prototyping of safety- and mission-critical electronic systems within a defence and security environment. The manager will oversee technical delivery, ensure compliance with DO-254 standards, and coordinate across engineering disciplines. The position is based at Saab’s BlueBear site in Bedfordshire, focusing on advanced electronics for defence applications.

Saab United Kingdom

Principal DSP Engineer

Design and develop advanced digital signal processing algorithms for wireless communication systems, focusing on waveform design, modulation, coding, and channel estimation. Work across the full development lifecycle from simulation in MATLAB/Python to real-time implementation. Collaborate on SDR technology for high-reliability, secure data transmission in challenging environments.

DOMO TACTICAL COMMUNICATIONS Whiteley, Hampshire, PO15 7LW, United Kingdom

Safety-Critical Verification Engineer

This role involves developing and executing verification and validation strategies for safety-critical software in autonomous and AI-enabled systems, with a focus on compliance in highly regulated sectors like aviation and defence. The engineer will create test frameworks, ensure requirements traceability, and generate certification evidence to support airworthiness and regulatory approval. Work includes integration testing, safety monitoring, and contributing to assurance frameworks for next-generation autonomous platforms.

DCS Recruitment Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Electronics Technician

This role involves diagnosing and analysing faults in returned electronic communication systems to identify root causes and improve product reliability. The technician will use test equipment like spectrum analysers and power meters to investigate failures and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to drive design and production improvements. Work focuses on insight generation rather than component-level repair, within a defence and critical communications technology environment.

DOMO TACTICAL COMMUNICATIONS Whiteley, Hampshire, PO15 7LW, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Engineer/Surveyor

This role involves conducting land, topographic, hydrographic, and measured building surveys using robotics, 3D scanners, and drones. The engineer will manage point cloud data, perform GNSS network surveys, and carry out setting-out and as-built surveys. Responsibilities include analyzing data with GIS and AutoCAD, preparing survey drawings, writing reports, and coordinating with site engineers and consultants on project implementation and compliance.

Carmichael UK Thorpe Mandeville, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom £45,000 pa

Safety Critical Software Engineer

Design and develop safety-critical embedded software for autonomous systems operating in highly regulated environments. Work on runtime assurance, safety monitoring, and certification of software used in autonomous flight and mission systems. Collaborate with a specialist engineering team on technologies applicable to aviation, defence, drones, and next-gen autonomous platforms.

Electus Recruitment Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 pa

Senior Engineer/Surveyor

Conduct land, topographic, hydrographic, and measured building surveys using robotics, 3D scanners, and drones. Process point cloud data, perform GNSS network surveys, and produce 2D/3D drawings using AutoCAD and Trimble software. Coordinate with site engineers and consultants for project implementation and client reporting.

Carmichael UK Warwickshire, United Kingdom £45,000 pa

Manufacturing Composites Engineer

This role involves defining and improving the manufacturing process for composite products, focusing on transitioning from low-volume prototype builds to scalable, high-volume production. The engineer will identify process improvements, assess production capacity, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure designs support efficient manufacturing. It is a hands-on position within a fast-growing defence and UAV-focused business aiming to scale its manufacturing output.

Electus Recruitment West Sussex, United Kingdom £45,000 – £65,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Flight Test Engineer

This role involves managing the full flight testing lifecycle for advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems, from test planning and risk assessment to field execution and telemetry analysis. You will operate as a certified UAV pilot, conducting both manual and autonomous flights, while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The position requires strong technical reporting skills to translate flight data into actionable engineering insights for platform improvement.

Randstad Technologies Recruitment Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £400 – £500 pd

Mechanical Engineer - Programme Manager - Drug Delivery Devices

Mechanical Engineer - Programme Manager - Drug Delivery DevicesA period of significant growth has created an opportunity for a Programme Manager with a strong Mechanical Engineering background and deep, hands‑on experience in drug delivery device development. Based in Cambridge, you...

Newton Colmore Cambridge, United Kingdom