Lead Systems Engineer

My client, a leading force within aerospace manufacturing are on the hunt for a Lead Systems Engineer to join the team in the Cheltenham Office!

In this brand-new role for an ever-growing business, you will be responsible for leading the definition, development, integration and certification of advanced hydro & electro‑mechanical actuation and control systems across the full systems‑engineering lifecycle.

Other responsibilities include:

• Lead and influence supplier engineering teams; review and approve supplier analyses, design outputs, qualification evidence, and change proposals.
• Own the creation and control of system architectures, functional models, and interface definitions across mechanical, software, and electronics.
• Own the system integration strategy, ensuring elements integrate with accuracy and controlled interfaces.
• Champion continuous improvement of systems engineering processes and tools.

• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical/Mechatronics, or Systems Engineering
• Extensive engineering experience with aerospace actuation systems or high‑integrity systems.
• Proven experience leading supplier technical activities.
• Experience with modelling/simulation tools and MBSE/SysML (Desirable)

Candidate must be a UK National, capable of obtainting BPSS or SC clearance due to projects of work being carried out in this role!

• 25 Days + Bank Holidays
• Private Health Care Options
• Opportunity for a 4‑day working week
• Core hours of working to accommodate work life balance

Candidates who currently are a Lead Systems Engineer, Principal Systems Engineer, Technical Lead Systems Engineer or Aerospace Systems Engineer may be suitable for this position.

For more information regarding this Lead Systems Engineer role please contact Ben Herd on or