Functional Systems Engineer

Hybrid (3 days per week on-site | Paid Overtime | Annual Bonus | Interesting & Challenging)

Location Bristol

Hours 37 per week | Permanent

Are you an experienced Systems Engineer looking to work on cutting‑edge defence technology programmes with real international impact?

We’re supporting a major defence engineering organisation as they continue to expand their Functional Development team, driven by new programme awards and growing export opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the development, certification and delivery of advanced defence systems supporting UK and international customers.

• Up to £57,000 depending on experience
• Bonus up to £2,500
• Hybrid working, 3 days on‑site
• Up to 14% combined pension contribution
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Up to 15 additional flexi leave days
• Enhanced parental leave package
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Subsidised meals, free parking and excellent site facilities

Working within the Functional Development team and supporting the Chief Systems Engineer, you’ll contribute across a range of complex engineering activities, including:

• Requirements capture, derivation and management
• System, subsystem and software development activities
• Technical investigations and certification support
• Programme and stakeholder support for international projects
• Systems studies, trade studies and architecture development
• Engineering change management and product development

This is a varied role offering exposure across multiple engineering disciplines and international programmes.

• Proven Systems Engineering experience, ideally within defence or complex engineering environments
• Experience with requirements management and derivation
• Knowledge of engineering tools such as DOORS, DOORS NG or Rhapsody
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience developing complex systems and architectures
• Ability to present technical information clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Product line experience would be advantageous

You must be a British Citizen or dual national with British Citizenship as this role requires you to gain SC Clearance.

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