Latest systems engineer Jobs

Lead Systems Engineer - ISR & Sensors

This role involves leading the technical design, integration, and deployment of ISR sensors such as radar, RF, and camera systems across maritime platforms including coastal towers, vessels, UAVs, and aircraft. The engineer will define system architectures, ensure compliance with international maritime standards, and provide expert guidance on sensor performance and installation. The position also includes 24/7 fourth-line support, cross-functional coordination, and international site visits for validation and commissioning.

SRT Marine Systems PLC Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £80,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Autonomy Integration Engineer

This role involves integrating advanced 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 system performance. Emphasis is placed on real-time problem-solving, system validation, and improving deployment efficiency for defense applications.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Head of Electronic Engineering

IntroductionSaab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence...

Saab United Kingdom

Systems Test Engineer

This role involves leading simulation-driven testing and automation for autonomy software used in intelligent aircraft systems. The engineer will develop test frameworks, execute system-level validation in simulated environments, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software reliability. Responsibilities include building Python-based tools, supporting CI/CD integration, and maintaining test infrastructure for SIL/HIL/VIL validation.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Electronics Hardware Engineer

Role OverviewThe Electronics Hardware Engineer is responsible for the design and development of Windracers’ avionics systems. This includes first-principles design, implementation, supporting the quality assurance process and interfacing with both internal and external manufacturing organisations.The Electronics Hardware Engineer contributes to...

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Electronics Engineer

This role involves designing and validating advanced analogue and digital electronic systems for radar and surveillance technology, spanning from concept to production. The engineer will work on new product development and testing equipment, conduct circuit simulations, and collaborate with firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing teams. The position requires hands-on debugging, design reviews, and ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards.

Blighter Surveillance Services Ltd Great Chesterford, Essex, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Mechanical Design Engineer

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of advanced cargo drone systems, creating detailed CAD models and drawings, performing structural analyses, and supporting prototyping and testing. They will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet system-level requirements and are manufacturable.

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Graduate Software Engineer

This role involves developing advanced software systems that integrate computer vision, adaptive AI, and sensor technologies for defence applications, including drone detection and electronic warfare. You'll work across diverse platforms—from cloud to embedded systems—on projects that respond to evolving modern warfare challenges. The role offers mentorship in a small, multidisciplinary engineering team focused on high-impact technological innovation.

ECM Selection Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Project Engineer/Technical Engineer

This role involves supporting innovation projects across the HS1 rail infrastructure, focusing on automation, digital technologies, and improving maintenance efficiency. The engineer will work on implementing emerging technologies, driving operational efficiency, and collaborating with various stakeholders.

ARM Stratford And New Town, London, E15 1XQ, United Kingdom £450 – £470 pd

Hybrid Contract

Senior Electronics Engineer UAV

Design and develop advanced electronics systems for next-generation UAV platforms, including flight control, RF, high-speed digital, and power subsystems. Work on hands-on hardware development and board validation while contributing to the overall electronics architecture in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge drone technology from concept to deployment.

Enterprise Recruitment Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £140,000 pa

On-site Permanent

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

Senior Electrical Engineer

This role involves diagnosing and resolving complex faults in integrated electronic systems, with a focus on radar, RF, and sensor technologies. The engineer will install, configure, and optimise counter-unmanned aircraft systems (CUAS) and support drone operations across diverse environments. Responsibilities include system testing, calibration, on-site deployments, and mentoring junior engineers, with regular travel and on-call duties required.

Forces Recruitment Solutions Group Ltd Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom £40,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Design & Development Engineer

This role involves end-to-end development of advanced robotic systems, focusing on mechanical design and prototyping for safety-critical inspection applications. You'll create 3D CAD models, build and test prototypes, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams. The position offers ownership of product development from concept to manufacture, working on innovative wall-climbing robotics.

ATA Recruitment Kings Norton, West Midlands (county), B38 8SD, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Electronics Engineer

Design and develop advanced analogue and digital circuits for radar electronic sub-systems, leading projects from concept through to production. Engage in simulation, testing, and verification while collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineers. Work within a fast-paced SME environment focused on high-performance surveillance radar systems.

Blighter Surveillance Services Ltd Great Chesterford, Essex, United Kingdom

Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Field Support Engineer

This role involves installing, configuring, and maintaining advanced AI-driven drone detection systems at customer sites, integrating RADAR, RF, optical, and sensor technologies. The engineer will troubleshoot and support complex systems in diverse environments including aviation, utilities, and events. Frequent national and international travel is required, with a strong emphasis on customer interaction and field-based technical support.

Technify Talent Limited Spencers Wood, Berkshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required