Latest systems engineer Jobs

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

Senior DevSecOps Engineer

Design and operate secure CI/CD pipelines and development environments for autonomous defence systems, integrating security controls across cloud, on-premises, and operational platforms. Work across engineering teams to enable rapid, assured software delivery in classified environments. Focus on Secure by Design principles, automation, and compliance with UK MOD and NATO standards.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid

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 Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire, United Kingdom £45,000 pa

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Electronics

This role involves leading the development and optimisation of high-reliability electronics assembly processes for advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems. The engineer will own SMT, through-hole, PCB, and harness assembly processes, ensuring compliance with IPC and aerospace standards while driving quality, yield, and scalability. The position plays a key role in new product introduction, process validation, and continuous improvement within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Matchtech Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom £75,000 pa

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

Software Engineer

This role involves designing and developing safety-critical embedded software for autonomous systems, focusing on runtime assurance, mission safety, and regulatory compliance. You will work with high-integrity languages like SPARK Ada and contribute to the certification of autonomous systems in aerospace and land domains.

Profile 29 Ox281Ae, United Kingdom £45,000 – £65,000 pa

Verification Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and verifying safety-critical embedded systems for autonomous platforms. You will work on runtime assurance, mission safety, and certification, contributing to the company's goal of trusted and ethical autonomy in aerospace and land domains.

Profile 29 Ox281Ae, United Kingdom £45,000 – £65,000 pa

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

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

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

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

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

Product Support Engineer

The role involves building, repairing, testing, and calibrating electronic systems for unmanned aerial and surface targets. You will work on-site and with customers, providing technical support and identifying process improvements.

QinetiQ South Ashford, TN23 4RA, United Kingdom

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

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