System Design Engineer

System Design Engineer – Directed Energy Systems Location : Bristol Salary : Circa £55,000 (depending on experience) Working model : Hybrid – typically 3 days per week on-site A leading defence technology organisation is seeking a System Design Engineer to contribute to one of the UK's most advanced weapon system programmes – DragonFire , the nation's first Laser Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW) demonstrator.

Following highly successful recent trials, this ground-breaking project is moving towards the creation of a fully deployable, world-class air defence system. As part of the Image Processing and Control subsystem team, you'll play a critical role in developing the electronic and embedded software requirements that enable precision, stability, and accuracy across this revolutionary system.

What you'll be doing

Managing system requirements, verification, and compliance activities within a rapid development schedule. Developing complex systems design requirements, particularly for software and embedded control applications. Conducting requirement flow-down to design and implementation teams, ensuring traceability and system integrity.

Leading risk identification and mitigation through detailed trade studies and design reviews. Supporting technical mediation and communicating system architecture concepts to both engineering and non-technical stakeholders.

What we're looking for

Background in electronic engineering, with strong experience in embedded software or firmware requirements. Proven experience developing system-level requirements and managing change across evolving baselines. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Experience with tools such as DOORS, DOORS NG, or Rhapsody is desirable. Knowledge of lasers or optical physics would be an advantage. A collaborative, systems-thinking mindset with a passion for delivering innovative solutions.

Additional details: Applicants must be British citizens or dual nationals holding British citizenship and will be required to obtain security clearance (BPSS minimum). This position offers excellent benefits, including a performance-based bonus (up to £2,500), pension contributions up to 14%, flexible working arrangements, enhanced parental leave, and additional flexi leave.

For further information feel free to reach me at 02895213213, or simply apply! Reference: AMC/RKI

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