Systems Integration Engineer (Defence & Simulation)
Bristol (UK) – On-site & UK Travel
Security Clearance: SC Eligible Required
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Systems Integration Engineer to support the deployment of advanced training and simulation systems across MOD sites in the UK. This role would suit someone with a Defence, Military, or Simulation Training background who enjoys hands-on technical work in real-world environments.
You will be responsible for delivering fully integrated, operational systems covering hardware, software, networks, and specialist simulation technologies.
What You’ll Be Doing
Execute laboratory and on-site deployments of complex systems across multiple UK locations
Install and integrate:
- Hardware and workstations
- Furniture and physical layouts
- Network components
- Applications and OS imaging
Integrate and configure specialist hardware, including:
- VR and simulation systems
- Display and visualisation solutions
- Peripheral and interface devices
Collaborate closely with IT and Network Engineers to:
- Configure servers and network infrastructure
- Deliver secure, robust, and high-performing systems
Produce clear technical documentation, including:
- Configuration details
- Installation and integration procedures
- Guidance for future maintenance and upgrades
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in systems integration, IT, simulation, or training environments
- MOD or Defence background highly desirable
- Military or Simulation & Training (SET) experience strongly preferred
- Technically confident and IT-savvy, comfortable working independently on-site
- Strong communication skills with good documentation capability
- Willingness to travel to MOD sites across the UK
Experience or interest in:
- Gaming or simulation technologies
- VR / immersive environments
- DIS, HLA, CIGI (desirable, not essential)
Security Requirements
- Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)
- Experience working in secure environments is highly beneficial
Why Join?
- Work on cutting-edge Defence and simulation systems
- Hands-on, varied technical role (not desk-bound)
- Collaborative engineering environment
- Opportunity to apply military, gaming, or simulation experience in high-impact projects