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About the Role:
Join an ambitious and pioneering defence project focused on developing the UK's first deployable Laser Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW) system. You will contribute to one of the latest UK Defence programmes, working on cutting-edge technology and rapid system development. This role offers the chance to work across key systems engineering domains, including requirements, design, performance analysis, and certification.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage system design requirements, particularly for embedded software or firmware implementation
Support requirement flow-down to design and implementation teams
Initiate and drive risk quantification and mitigation activities
Communicate technical issues and architectures effectively across all levels of the organisation
Build strong working relationships with partners, stakeholders, and team members
Contribute to the growth and development of the Systems Design team
What We're Looking For:
Experience in electronic engineering requirements content and handling embedded software/firmware requirements
Proven ability to manage complex system design requirements and baseline changes
Flexible systems thinking and problem-solving skills
Experience with system architecting tools (e.g., DOORS, DOORS NG, Rhapsody) is desirable
Knowledge of lasers and/or optical physics is a plus
Passion for delivering high-quality outcomes and developing team capability
What We Offer:
Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience
Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on performance)
Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer + employee)
Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
Flexi leave: Up to 15 additional days
Flexible working: 3 days per week on-site with hybrid options
Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus additional enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility support
Site facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking, and more
Next Steps:
For this role you will have to gain UK Security Clearance; therefore, we cannot process your application unless you currently hold British Nationality as a minimum qualification. For more information on this position, please contact me on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
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