Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer (Requirements + V&V) Initial 6-month contract 3 days p/w in Cheltenham (rest remote) - some travel to Cambridge may be required £70-£75ph, UMB inside IR35 SC must be in place prior to starting the…

Inside IR35 Public Sector
Pay rate £70 – £75/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 25 August 2026

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Systems Engineer (Requirements + V&V)

Initial 6-month contract
3 days p/w in Cheltenham (rest remote) - some travel to Cambridge may be required
£70-£75ph, UMB inside IR35
SC must be in place prior to starting the contract

Our client, a prominent developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industries, is seeking a Contract Systems Engineer to join their team in Cheltenham. The position offers the opportunity to support the development of the next generation of military land and aerospace products. Working on a diverse portfolio, you will help deliver solutions that ensure safety and mission success for military and civil applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Development of solutions for the civil aerospace industries following a systems engineering approach.
Requirements-based verification and validation of product requirements, using manual and scripted methods.
Engaging with customers to elicit key stakeholder requirements.
Translating customer requirements into feasible product requirements.
Producing interface control documents, system design documents, and other supporting documentation.
Controlling and managing engineering change throughout the development lifecycle.
Preparing technical proposals, including estimations and presentations.

Job Requirements:

Awareness of Electronic, Software, or Mechanical Engineering development.
Experience in developing safety-critical solutions in accordance with DO-178/DO-254 standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Visio.
Experience with DOORS and Configuration Management Tools.

Personal Attributes:

Comfortable working independently and within a team, with the ability to identify project needs and take initiative where appropriate.
Attention to detail in focusing on requirements, specifications, applicability, and language.
Understanding the influence of solutions on requirement sets.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, within a multidisciplinary team and with internal company authorities or customers.

Desirable Knowledge/Experience:

Coordination and technical leadership of a multidisciplinary project team to develop and deliver complex mechanical, electronic, and embedded software solutions.
If you are an experienced Systems Engineer with a background in the defence and aerospace sectors, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects and advance your career. Apply now to join our client's dedicated and innovative team in Cheltenham

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