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Systems Engineer

Job Posted: 8 hours ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Redhill, Surrey

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Systems Engineer (268dm) – Redhill, Surrey - £45,000 - £50,000 DOE

Our client is looking for a Systems Engineer to join their team in Redhill.

Security Clearance: Must hold or be eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance

DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO REPRESENT INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EX MILITARY.

Role

The Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design, configuration, and delivery of secure ICT and satellite communication systems for the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Government projects.

The role involves working within a high-trust environment, liaising with multiple stakeholders, and ensuring that all solutions meet the stringent technical, operational, and security requirements expected in the Defence sector.

Key Responsibilities

•Design and configure systems in line with MoD/Government project requirements.

•Liaise with the Projects Office to ensure timely and accurate delivery of all assigned work.

•Conduct testing, validation, and evaluation of new equipment and software builds.

•Produce and maintain all drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.

•Define IP structures, equipment lists, and specifications for new projects.

•Verify technical equipment and system performance against project specifications.

•Support site visits to MoD/Government locations and customer facilities as required.

•Provide technical input during customer meetings, capturing and translating operational needs.

•Contribute to technical proposals and system enhancement recommendations.

•Deliver training and system handovers to customers and internal teams.

•Act as a proactive member of the MoD/Government engineering rota, including out-of-hours support when required.

•Liaise with MoD and Government agencies to support equipment trials and evaluations.

•Maintain flexibility and readiness to respond to Defence customer requirements at short notice.

Decision Making & Autonomy

The Systems Engineer is expected to work independently, demonstrating initiative and professional judgement to meet project objectives.

Escalation and coordination with the Systems Engineering Manager will be required when dealing with complex or ambiguous situations.

Key Interfaces

Internal: All internal departments, including Project Management, Technical Support, and Operations.

External: MoD and Government customers, partner agencies, and contractors.

Required Skills & Qualifications

•Must hold, or have the ability to achieve, DV Security Clearance.

•It's important to have experience with Juniper, Fortinet, and Cisco.

•Minimum of a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field — or equivalent military/industry experience.

•Strong ICT and network engineering background; satellite communications experience is highly desirable.

•Proven understanding of network design and IP structures.

•Cisco CCNA (or Juniper equivalent) certification minimum; higher-level certifications advantageous.

•Excellent communication, documentation, and time management skills.

•Self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive — able to operate effectively with minimal supervision.

•Professional registration (e.g., IEng, CEng) desirable.

Tools & Equipment

•Company laptop and required ICT tools/software.

•Company-issued mobile device and secure remote access.

Benefits:

•Annual Bonus

•Free on-site parking

Free Electric Car charging points

•Free on-site Gym at HQ

•Company Pension

•Company Sick Pay

•25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

If you are interested in applying, please send a copy of your CV to Dan Martin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd

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