Latest systems engineer Jobs

Flight Control Systems Engineer

This role involves developing and testing safety-critical flight control software for unmanned aerial systems using MATLAB/Simulink, including flight control law design, simulation, and real-world flight testing. The engineer will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver autonomous systems, contributing to requirements, verification, and process improvement. Proximity to a test facility enables rapid iteration between simulation and live trials.

Saab United Kingdom

Flight Control Systems Engineer

Develop and test safety-critical flight control software for unmanned aerial systems using MATLAB/Simulink, from algorithm design through simulation to real-world flight testing. Contribute to requirements, implementation, and validation within a multidisciplinary autonomy team. Work spans control law development, data algorithms, and deployment on embedded hardware in a secure R&D environment.

Saab Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Senior UAS Control Systems Engineer

This role involves developing and deploying flight-control algorithms for a UAS programme, ensuring the aircraft is stable and controllable. You will work on algorithm development, simulation, testing, and integration, collaborating closely with avionics, aerospace design, and test teams.

Matchtech Leeds, United Kingdom £50,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Chief Engineer / Technical Lead

As Chief Engineer, you will lead the technical delivery of a flagship defence programme, shaping the product and engineering culture from concept to deployment. You'll work closely with leadership, customers, and partners, making key technical decisions and driving team growth.

Matchtech London, United Kingdom

Stress Engineer

The Stress Engineer will perform structural and vibration analysis on UAV airframes, working closely with the Airframe Lead and Senior Stress Engineer to ensure the structural integrity and safety of the systems. Responsibilities include FEA simulations, stress reporting, and collaborating with design and testing teams.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Aerodynamic Engineer

This role involves supporting the aerodynamic design, analysis, and optimisation of fixed-wing UAV platforms. Responsibilities include computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis, wind tunnel testing, and working closely with flight performance, structures, and propulsion teams to ensure performance and stability targets are met.

Copello Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom £40,000 – £70,000 pa

Technical Sales Engineer

This role involves promoting a diverse portfolio of electronic components and engineered solutions, including RF connectors, thermal management solutions, and cable assemblies. The Technical Sales Engineer will identify new business opportunities, build customer relationships, and support technical design-in activities from initial enquiry to production launch, working closely with Fujikura's engineering and manufacturing teams.

Fujikura Europe Ltd Chessington South, London, United Kingdom £40,000 – £55,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Embedded Software Test Engineer

This role involves defining verification strategies, developing test frameworks, and conducting requirements-based verification and validation for safety-critical embedded software. You will work on flight-critical control systems and mission-assurance systems, using advanced techniques like automated testing, fuzz testing, and fault injection.

Rise Technical Recruitment Witney, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Propulsion Lead

The Propulsion Lead will take technical ownership of the powerplant and propulsion systems for Windracers' fixed-wing logistics UAV platforms. Responsibilities include leading the design, development, and integration of propulsion systems, defining propulsion architecture, and managing relationships with suppliers and regulatory bodies. The role involves working closely with aircraft design, systems, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure reliable and efficient propulsion solutions.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

UAV Build Technician

This role involves hands-on work building, assembling, and maintaining UAVs and related systems. Responsibilities include airframe construction, composite repairs, propulsion system integration, and testing. The role spans R&D and production, requiring a strong background in model aircraft, UAVs, or aerospace engineering.

Copello Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1HP, United Kingdom £35,000 – £44,000 pa

Senior RF Data Research Scientist

This role involves working on complex RF signal data for defence and security applications, specifically in the areas of ML modelling for RF signal characterisation and modification. You will lead applied RF engineering work, advance signal processing pipelines, and develop next-generation prototype technologies using Python, digital signal processing, and RF hardware.

ECM Selection Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa

Senior Project Manager

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of high-value and complex projects within QinetiQ's Air Engineering Services function. You will work with cutting-edge technology and manage diverse stakeholder communities, ensuring project commitments are met and fostering a culture aligned with QinetiQ's values.

QinetiQ Amesbury, SP4 7EZ, United Kingdom £57,375 – £63,750 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

UAS Field Service Technician

This role involves hands-on field service for UAV/UAS systems, including modifications, diagnostics, and maintenance. You will work in challenging environments, support flight operations, and provide technical training to customers.

Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd Denmark

Surveyor (Mechanical and Electrical)

This role involves evaluating the condition of mechanical and electrical installations across a military garrison, preparing survey reports, and identifying necessary improvements and lifecycle works. You will inspect assets, analyze data from various sources, and work collaboratively to ensure a safe and efficient service.

Thomas Search Tidworth, Wiltshire, SP9 7FY, United Kingdom £52,300 pa