Senior Systems Engineer

Manchester, Greater Manchester
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Our client, a leading consultancy in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join their teams in Burton-on-Trent and Manchester.

Key Responsibilities:

Applying systems thinking to solve complex problems
Developing models to deliver systems engineering outputs
Developing and managing the implementation of systems engineering lifecycles
Generating, managing, and implementing robust systems engineering processes (Requirements, Verification & Validation)
Supporting engagements with clients, facilitating workshops and leading projects

Job Requirements:

Essential Requirements

A degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related discipline
Relevant experience in a systems engineering-related role
Understanding of engineering processes and lifecycles (Agile, V-lifecycle, Requirements)
Experience with one or more systems engineering toolsets (IBM DOORS, DOORS Next, Cameo, Rhapsody, etc.)
Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Complex problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Desirable Requirements

Experience with Agile Systems Engineering Approaches
CEng/IEng accreditation or an aspiration to work towards it with mentored professional development
Experience working as a consultant and managing projects

Benefits:

Flexible working arrangements
Generous holiday entitlement: 25 days (plus bank holidays), with a holiday purchase scheme
Company pension scheme
Targeted professional development
Life assurance
Private healthcare membership
Performance-linked bonus scheme
Paid membership fees to a professional institution
Support in attaining professional membership
Cycle to work scheme
Share purchase scheme
Season rail ticket loan
If you are a skilled systems thinker with a passion for tackling complex engineering and organisational problems, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative and expanding team at an exciting time of growth and transformation in Burton-on-Trent and Manchester

Job Info
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Job Title:
Senior Systems Engineer
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary:
£40000 - £50000 Per annum
Posted:
Jan 29th 2026
Closes:
Mar 1st 2026
Sector:
Military, Emergency & Government
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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