Senior Mission Systems Engineer

Senior Mission Systems Engineer

Location:

Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

Role type:
Permanent – Full Time

Package: £56,250 - £62,500 (salary dependent on experience) + Benefits

Role

As a Senior Mission Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in developing next‑generation mission data capabilities that support future defence systems and operational effectiveness.

Day‑to‑day, you’ll work as part of our Mission Solutions team, supporting the development of mission data products, data‑driven tools and automated processes that improve how mission data is generated, managed and exploited. Initially, your focus will be on working with large and complex datasets, developing databases and data structures, and creating software solutions that help automate mission data production activities. As the capability evolves, you will contribute to the application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies to enhance mission data processes and support the design of future defence systems.

• Developing and enhancing mission systems through modelling, analysis and systems engineering techniques
• Designing, developing and integrating software solutions using tools such as Python, SQL and other data‑focused technologies
• Supporting the development and evaluation of AI, Machine Learning and data‑driven applications within operational environments
• Conducting test, evaluation and performance analysis activities to support capability development
• Contributing to the development of mission planning systems and mission data products
• Undertaking research into emerging technologies to inform future mission systems and operational concepts

• Experience working with large and complex datasets and developing data‑driven solutions
• Experience using SQL, Python, MATLAB, C++ or similar programming languages
• Knowledge of AI, Machine Learning, data analytics or data fusion techniques
• Experience with analysis, simulation, test and evaluation activities
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts and work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Experience with Mission Data, Intelligence Mission Data (IMD) or MD4IA
• Experience with in defence, aerospace, intelligence or other highly technical environments

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Lincoln site with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.

The Lincoln facility is integral to advancing defence technology and providing innovative solutions to meet the demands of modern military operations. Often working in collaboration with other defence organisations, academia and government agencies to foster innovation and develop integrated solutions and complex defence problems.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer.

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal:
  Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community