Latest systems engineer Jobs

Senior System V&V Engineer

As a Senior System V&V Engineer, you will work within the Powertrain Squad to develop and validate the Electric Propulsion Unit (EPU) for Vertical Aerospace's eVTOL aircraft. Your responsibilities will include defining verification strategies, coordinating system-level test activities, and ensuring certification evidence meets EASA standards. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, suppliers, and external test partners to deliver a robust verification program.

Vertical Aerospace Bristol, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Test Engineer

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S.,...

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Staff Engineer, Software Autonomy Applications (R4962)

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S.,...

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

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

Powertrain Development Engineer

Role ScopeLead the design, development, and integration of propulsion systems for our advanced UAV platforms. Responsible for ensuring that engines, powertrains, and associated subsystems deliver safe, efficient, and reliable performance across all flight conditions. Support the end-to-end introduction of new...

Windracers Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Robotics Software Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining robotics software for autonomous platforms, including sensor fusion, path planning, and kinematics. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to bring robotic systems from prototype to production, using technologies like ROS2, LiDAR, and NVIDIA Jetson boards.

Zenovo Cheshire, United Kingdom £85,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Avionics Engineer (Obtain your license)

This role involves performing routine maintenance, diagnosing and repairing faults, and conducting tests on avionics systems in both modern and vintage aircraft. The position offers the opportunity to gain a full license and work in a small, well-established company with a focus on training and work-life balance.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Exeter, United Kingdom £50,000 – £80,000 pa

On-site Permanent

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

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 Design Engineer

From prototype to production for a range of defence projects This small team of highly accomplished engineers are working at the cutting-edge of the defence industry, developing a whole new approach to defence systems based on adaptability. Their systems learn...

ECM Selection Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, 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

Avionics Engineer

The Avionics Engineer will lead the avionics engineering lifecycle, manage a high-performance team, and ensure the delivery of multiple products in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include project scope management, design and development, risk mitigation, and compliance with legal and regulatory standards. The role involves significant technical expertise and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Jackie Kerr Recruitment Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 1LZ, United Kingdom £35,000 – £50,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Flexible

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design and own mechanical systems for autonomous robots used in extreme industrial environments, from concept through to manufacturing. Work across the full product lifecycle, creating durable, reliable hardware that operates in confined, high-risk spaces. Collaborate closely with electronics and software teams to deliver field-deployable robotic solutions.

Reed Specialist Recruitment Birmingham, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Electronic Design Engineer

You'll design and develop avionics and embedded electronic systems for fixed-wing autonomous aircraft, including system architecture, PCB design, testing, and integration. Senior candidates will also set technical direction and mentor engineers.

Matchtech Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior / Principal RF Design Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and testing advanced RF-based systems across diverse applications such as radar, autonomous drones, and IoT sensors. You'll work from concept through to verification using state-of-the-art lab facilities, including anechoic chambers and RF test equipment. The position offers technically challenging, multidisciplinary projects in a collaborative innovation-driven environment.

Matchtech Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required