Senior Systems Engineer

Job Functions

• Ideally qualified to Degree level or in Engineering/Mathematics/Physics although relevant, equivalent experience is acceptable
• Experience of systems design, integration & test
• A good understanding of Systems and Product life cycles from concept through to delivery
• A good understanding on a range of Engineering disciplines (Software, Mechanical, and Electrical)
• Good inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate to all levels within the organisation and externally
• Ability to provide mentoring support for junior colleagues
• The flexibility to apply skills and knowledge across a number of different projects and products across the organisation
• Computer literate with a very good standard of written English, capable of compiling accurate, detailed and well-presented technical proposals, specifications and reports
• A willingness to travel (while based at Enfield premises, a certain amount of business travel will be required depending on project requirements)
• Ability to drive and hold a UK Driving License
• Eligible to apply for UK Security clearance

• An understanding of Radar and Radio Systems is desirable, although not essential if other complementary skills demonstrate a capacity to understand new technologies quickly and effectively
• Experience of the whole product lifecycle (concept generation, concept demonstration, development, production and in-service support)
• Experience of test houses and external verification activities to external standards (MIL STD/Def Stan / IEC)
• Experience of working with and developing systems using communications protocols (e.g. RS485, RS232, TCP-IP, CANBus etc.)
• Experience of working on product development for Naval Platforms
• Experience of working on or with Navigation equipment
• Experience with common test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers
• An understanding of basic electronics and circuit level fault finding
• Experience with common hand tools and soldering
• Familiarity with EMC, Electronics and working in an ESD environment
• The ability to lead multi-skilled engineering teams
• The ability to deliver engineering packages of work to time, cost and quality
• Member of a Professional Engineering Institution (e.g. IMechE, IET, INCOSE)
• Ability to compile a standard bid proposal

• Adaptable, resourceful and proactive approach
• Good presentation and time management skills
• Customer and results focussed
• An aptitude for problem solving and an eye for detail
• Ability to adapt skills in a dynamic environment
• Desire to investigate and utilise new technologies, processes and methods
• A team player, able and willing to support others
• Energy and enthusiasm

We support you with flexible working models and offers to help you balance work and family life.

We offer an attractive salary and special payments.

We support your development with structured onboarding, targeted training programs and tailored talent development.

We offer an innovative working atmosphere with modern premises and expert networks.

We promote your health with ergonomic workstations, health management and occupational health and safety programs.

We promote mobility and sustainability through various and special offers.

HENSOLDT is committed to diversity and an inclusive corporate culture. We therefore welcome all applications – regardless of origin, age, gender, disability, identity or ideology.