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

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

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

Senior RF Engineer

Location: Saffron Walden (CB10)Duration: PermanentHours: 9am - 5:30pm (Monday to Friday)Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 depending on experienceJob Reference: 35912Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior RF Engineer to take a leading role in the design, development and testing of cutting-edge...

Polytec Personnel Ltd Great Chesterford, United Kingdom

Firmware Engineer

Design and develop embedded firmware for advanced radar and sensing systems used in UAV applications. Work across the full product lifecycle in a collaborative, engineering-led environment using C/C++ on STM32 microcontrollers in bare-metal and RTOS environments. Engage in system-level debugging and contribute to software architecture for next-generation sensing technologies.

Platform Recruitment Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £45,000 – £65,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Senior UAV Design Engineer

Lead the end-to-end design and development of unmanned aerial vehicle systems, from concept through to low-volume production, with full technical ownership of airframes, payload structures, and integrated systems. Drive mechanical design using Fusion 360, mentor junior engineers, and make key trade-off decisions balancing performance, weight, and manufacturability. Operate in a high-autonomy role shaping technical standards and influencing system architecture within a fast-moving aerospace technology environment.

Matchtech Havant, Hampshire, United Kingdom £70,000 – £75,000 pa

Safety Critical Software Engineer

Job Title: Safety Critical Software EngineerLocation: Witney, OxfordshireSalary: £40,000- £60,000Safety Critical Software Engineer required for a company in Witney that develops advanced assurance and safety technologies that enable the safe deployment of autonomous and AI-enabled systems.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop safety-critical...

Bennett & Game Recruitment Witney, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

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

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will work on the design and development of UAV/drone launch systems, developing mechanical design schemes and detailed designs of complex parts and assemblies. They will use CAD tools like SolidWorks, perform engineering calculations, and support in-house prototype builds.

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Hr36Pb, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Flight Test Engineer

This role involves managing the full lifecycle of flight testing for unmanned aerial vehicles, from planning and ground checks to flight execution and post-flight data analysis. The engineer will ensure systems meet safety and performance standards through rigorous testing and provide actionable technical feedback to development teams.

Saab Bedford, Bedfordshire, 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