Title:  Senior Systems Engineer - Infrastructure

Package:  Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID:    SF17681

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting edge defence technology to ground breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives.  Join us as a Senior Systems Engineer - Infrastructure at our Shoeburyness or Boscombe Down site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role
As a Senior Systems Engineer - Infrastructure you will drive project success by leading the technical delivery of innovative solutions while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Day-to-day, you’ll take the lead on technical project delivery by developing and managing systems engineering artifacts, engaging with stakeholders to gather and refine requirements, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of solutions. You’ll mentor junior engineers, identify and mitigate technical risks and ensure compliance with engineering standards, all whilst fostering a collaborative environment promoting innovation and continuous improvement.
 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading Technical Delivery through overseeing the technical aspects of projects and ensuring that they meet standards for time, cost and quality
• Managing systems engineering documents throughout the project lifecycle including requirements gathering, solution definition and system integration
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to refine requirements and manage technical risks effectively
• Providing guidance and support to junior engineers 
• Coordinating complex integration, installation and acceptance activities with project stakeholders to ensure seamless transitions
• Ensuring that all engineering solutions adhere to regulatory, legal and safety engineering standards

Essential experience of the Senior Systems Engineer - Infrastructure: 

• Demonstrable experience in leading multi-disciplinary projects through the engineering lifecycle. This includes managing timelines, budgets and quality standards while coordinating with project managers and stakeholders
• Experience in authoring and delivering technical proposals, requirements documentation and integration plans
• A solid understanding of systems engineering principals and practices including safety critical functions and compliance with engineering standards and regulatory requirements
• A strong ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders such as internal teams and external suppliers
• The ability to anticipate potential issues and proactively address barriers in project execution

Essential qualifications for the Senior Systems Engineer - Infrastructure:

• A degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering) is typically required.

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. 

This role is 37 per week based at Shoeburyness or Boscombe Down. Hybrid working patterns available.

Shoeburyness

QinetiQ Shoeburyness is a significant test and evaluation facility specialising in defence and security technologies. The site is focused on Environmental Testing including the evaluation of various ordnance, explosives and related systems. Implementing measures to ensure that testing activities comply with environmental regulations and minimise ecological impact.

Boscombe Down

MOD Boscombe Down is a unique operational site featuring the longest military runway in the UK. Primarily focusing on providing testing, evaluation and support services for aviation and aerospace systems. Renowned for its extensive flight testing capabilities the site plays a vital role in the UK’s aviation defence contributing to the development, testing and airworthiness of military aircraft enhancing operational readiness and effectiveness.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experience enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture.  www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels value, heard and supported.  If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which mean factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)