Systems Engineer (System Design Specialist)

We are seeking a Systems Engineer for our Leidos engineering capability. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of systems engineering principles and prior experience integrating software products from suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of sub‑systems, ensuring all components function cohesively to meet specified requirements.
• Liaise with stakeholders (both technical and non‑technical) to gather, analyse, and refine system requirements.
• Support the definition and design of interfaces.
• Create and maintain detailed system design documentation, including specifications, diagrams, and interface definitions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to determine optimal system design solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware, software, and network components.
• Support the validation and verification of system designs.
• Identify opportunities for system improvements and drive the implementation of best practices in design and integration.
• Support project planning and estimation activities related to systems design and integration tasks.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and quality assurance processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in system design within a relevant industry.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering methodologies, lifecycle management, and design principles.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in cross‑functional teams.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Agile methodologies.
• Experience with ArchiMate and TOGAF.
• Background in cybersecurity and/or cloud systems.
• Knowledge of secure‑by‑design guidelines.
• Knowledge of JSP465.

Location

Farnborough, UK (Hybrid working – on‑site presence required as dictated by programme and customer engagement).

Benefits

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle‑to‑work scheme)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Health and Wellness programmes
• Income Protection and Paid Leave
• Retirement plans

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