Systems Engineer; Digital Engineering

Job title:

Systems Engineer (Digital Engineering)

Location:

Reading/Hybrid (2-3 days per week on site) Rate: £83 per hour inside ir35

Contract:

6 months+ SC security clearance is required for this role Job description

We're looking for a Systems Engineer within Product Delivery for a client of mine who are a leading IT and engineering firm operating within the UK defence sector. You will own and evolve their System of Systems (SoS) digital engineering capability.

• Deliver and continuously improve SoS tool chains (Cameo/UAF, SysML/UML, IBM DOORS NG, interface & configuration management, simulation and verification integration).
• Define the reference architecture and technical baselines for multi-system digital solutions.
• Create and manage a clear capability roadmap and backlog aligned to enterprise priorities.
• Enable full digital traceability from capability requirements → architecture → interfaces → analysis → verification → compliance evidence.
• Drive adoption of model-centric working - replacing document-based reviews with authoritative models.

• 10+ years' experience delivering SoS / MBSE capabilities.
• Strong background in Aerospace, Defence or other regulated environments.
• Deep knowledge of:
  • Architecture modelling (UAF/DoDAF, SysML/UML)
  • Requirements management (IBM DOORS NG)
  • Interface & configuration management
  • Digital Thread integration and traceability
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-partner technical delivery.
• Confident communicator who can align engineers, suppliers and senior stakeholders.

INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, SAFe/Agile, Product Line Engineering, assurance/safety case experience.

If you are interested in this role, please feel free to submit your CV.