Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer

Bristol

Permanent

£55,000 - £65,000 per annum + benefits & bonus

Brief

Senior Systems Engineer needed for a leading multinational defence consultancy based in the Bristol area who are looking to employ an experienced and well-rounded Senior Systems Engineer that takes pride in their work.

The successful Senior Systems Engineer would desirably be educated to degree level, or equivalent professional/vocational qualification. Experience wise, it is essential that the successful candidate will have a good understanding of all aspects of the V lifecycle, User Requirements, System Requirements, interface management and verification & validation. You will be able to demonstrate strong knowledge and application of contemporary Systems Engineering practices and methods, the ability to apply relevant Systems Engineering methodologies and toolsets, as well as demonstrating that you are able to apply 'Systems Thinking' to problems at technical, project or enterprise level.

Due to the nature of security constraints, this opportunity is only available to those who currently hold a British Passport and are eligible for UK Security Clearance.

What the role of the Senior Systems Engineer entails:

Some of the main duties of the Senior Systems Engineer will include:

This role will see the successful applicant leading a range of projects, mainly in the Defence, Nuclear and Energy domains (but potentially in any field), working with other consultants and contributing to the successful delivery of contracts to our customers. The work will entail delivering (and ultimately leading) projects related to User and System Requirements, Acceptance (including Verification and Validation work), Model-Based Systems engineering and potentially modelling and architecture. The role will involve regular engagement with clients to deliver projects, identify future opportunities, and develop enquiries and bids.

What experience you need to be the successful Senior Systems Engineer:

The successful applicant will meet the following minimum essential requirements:

• Good understanding of all aspects of the V lifecycle, User Requirements, System Requirements, interface management and verification & validation.
• Evidence of experience in elicitation and management of User and System Requirements, and associated Acceptance/V&V, within complex engineering projects.
• The use of Model Based Systems Engineering techniques in support of requirements development.
• You will demonstrable the ability to apply relevant Systems Engineering methodologies and toolsets (including experience of IBM Rational DOORS® software), as well as demonstrating that you are able to apply 'Systems Thinking' to problems at technical, project or enterprise level.
• You must possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written and have experience of direct client liaison.

It is to your advantage if you meet any or all the following additional requirements:

• An understanding of architecture modelling techniques, such as TOGAF/NAF, and tools would be an advantage.
• Previous exposure to a consultancy environment would be an advantage, but strong commercial understanding is essential

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!

In order to apply, candidates must possess or be eligible to obtain UK SC Clearance.

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