Latest Systems Engineer Jobs

Autonomy Integration Engineer

This role involves integrating autonomy software onto unmanned aircraft systems, preparing them for flight, and supporting live test operations in lab and field environments. The engineer will troubleshoot complex hardware-software interactions, manage flight data analysis, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable deployment of intelligent systems. Emphasis is placed on hands-on problem-solving, system validation, and improving integration processes across the development lifecycle.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Autonomy Integration Engineer

This role involves integrating autonomy software onto unmanned aircraft systems, preparing them for flight, and supporting live test operations in lab and field environments. The engineer will troubleshoot complex hardware-software interactions, analyze mission data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable deployment of intelligent systems. Emphasis is placed on hands-on problem-solving, system validation, and improving integration processes across the development lifecycle.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

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

Senior Engineer/Surveyor

This role involves conducting land, topographic, hydrographic, and measured building surveys using advanced technologies such as robotic systems, 3D scanners, and drones. The candidate will manage point cloud data, perform GNSS network surveys, and support engineering teams with setting out and as-built surveys. Responsibilities include data analysis using GIS, AutoCAD, and Trimble Business Centre, preparing survey drawings, writing reports, and coordinating with site engineers and consultants for project implementation and compliance.

Carmichael UK Chipping Warden, Northamptonshire, OX17 1LA, United Kingdom

UAV Concept Engineer

The role involves developing and refining unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) concepts through rapid, iterative design cycles, integrating aerodynamics, propulsion, and mission performance. The engineer will translate operational requirements into testable air vehicle designs, using parametric modeling and trade studies. A key focus is improving conceptual models by incorporating real-world flight and bench-test data to ensure designs are grounded in empirical evidence.

Saab Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Safety Critical Software Engineer

Design and develop embedded software for autonomous systems in safety-critical environments, focusing on runtime assurance and safety monitoring. Work within regulated aerospace and defence sectors, contributing to high-integrity software platforms compliant with certification standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate software across flight control and mission systems.

DCS Recruitment Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior / Mechanical Design EngineerAerospaceA Senior / Mechanical Design Engineer is required to join an engineering team who are working on the design and development of UAV components / Drone launch systems. The company design and develop their products in...

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Kinnersley, Herefordshire, United Kingdom

Principal Test Development Engineer

This role involves leading the development and maintenance of automated test systems for advanced unmanned aerial and surface systems. The engineer will work hands-on with NI-based ATE, using TestStand, LabVIEW, and FlexStand to design and verify test solutions, while providing technical leadership and mentoring to the team. Close collaboration with design and manufacturing teams ensures robust, production-ready test capabilities for complex electronic products.

Gold Group Ashford, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Embedded Linux Engineer | Cambridgeshire |

This role involves developing high-integrity embedded systems using C/C++, ARM/STM32 microcontrollers, and Embedded Linux (Yocto/PetaLinux). You will work on diverse projects, interface with FPGAs and communication protocols, and contribute to algorithm development and testing using Python or MATLAB. The position also includes mentoring junior engineers and acting as a design authority.

Morgan McKinley Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £75,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior RF Design Engineer | Cambridgeshire |

This role involves designing, building, and testing complex RF-based systems for a variety of applications, including autonomous drones, space-based radars, and mission-critical communications. You will work in a multidisciplinary team with access to world-class facilities and take ownership of the RF lifecycle from concept to verification.

Morgan McKinley Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £70,000 – £100,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Land Surveyor

This role involves conducting topographical and measured surveys, creating pre-construction models, and supporting earthworks projects from tender to completion using drone and ground-level surveying methods. The surveyor will load data into Trimble machine control systems and maintain accurate as-built documentation. Work spans office and site environments across Bristol and Gloucestershire, with travel required.

Abatec Recruitment Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4AA, United Kingdom £50,000 – £70,000 pa

Solar PV Electrician

Solar PV Technician/service engineer. - All projects within 1hr radius of the Midlands. Job Summary My client is seeking a skilled and reliable Electrician to join their Midlands-based team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing...

Robinson Brown Search Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, United Kingdom

Head of UAV Integration

Lead the end-to-end integration of advanced UAV platforms, ensuring mechanical, electrical, and avionic systems are assembled to specification and ready for testing and delivery. Work across engineering, production, and subcontractors to resolve technical issues, drive build efficiency, and maintain configuration control. This role involves shaping integration processes as production scales and requires regular travel to European sites.

Electus Recruitment London, United Kingdom

UAV/ Senior UAV Technician

This role involves hands-on assembly, systems installation, and testing of UAV airframes and components as part of a production line. The technician will work with engineering drawings, support flight operations, and maintain build documentation. Emphasis is placed on safety, process feedback, and cross-functional support during aircraft commissioning and testing.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Composite Production Manager

This role involves managing the end-to-end production of composite UAV airframes across a network of UK and European subcontractors. The candidate will oversee tooling, material readiness, lay-up, curing, bonding, and final assembly, ensuring adherence to aerospace-quality standards. A strong technical background in advanced composites manufacturing is essential, with hands-on oversight of external partners and active involvement in defect resolution, process improvement, and scale-up readiness.

Electus Recruitment London, United Kingdom