System Engineer / Lead Engineer in Basildon, Essex

Lead Systems Engineer – Contract Opportunity Location: Basildon Duration: 8 Months Rate: Up to £72 p/h (Outside IR35) About the Rol eWe are looking for an experienced Lead Systems Enginee r to support a major engineering programme, working closely with the Project Chief Engineer to ensure the technical integrity of the full system and its subsystems. You will lead architecture development, integration activities, and supplier engagement throughout the project lifecycle . Key Responsibiliti esTechnical Leadersh ip — Work with the Project Chief Engineer to identify and resolve system‑level issue s.Deputisi ng — Act as deputy for the Project Chief Engineer when require d.Architecture Ownersh ip — Lead the architecture team in developing and documenting system architectur e.Subsystem Integrati on — Lead integration activities across all subsystem s.Supplier Manageme nt — Engage with technical suppliers to ensure alignment and deliver y.Requirements Influen ce — Shape requirements to support design decisions and trade‑off s.Risk & Opportunity Manageme nt — Provide direction on technical risks and opportunitie s.Verification & Test Suppo rt — Support test planning and verification for certification and deliver y.Stakeholder Engageme nt — Influence key stakeholders, including customers and end user s.Design Review Suppo rt — Support subsystem teams through design review s.Trav el — UK and international travel to customers and partner s. Required Experie nceSystems & Project Lifecyc les — Strong understanding of system lifecycles, baselines, and change contr ol.Systems Architect ure — Proven experience leading architecture activiti es.Subsystem Integrat ion — Experience integrating supplier subsystems for demonstrati on.Design Influe nce — Ability to influence system‑level design and integrati on.Stakeholder Managem ent — Experience managing stakeholders in high‑pressure environmen ts.Design Revi ews — Experience in passing design reviews and implementing corrective actio ns. Desira ble:EW/Radar Knowl edge — Understanding of passive/active RF syst ems.Progressive Assur ance — Knowledge of systems integration and progressive assura nce.