Systems Engineer (Tech

Systems Engineer (Tech

Full-Time 54000 - 66000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
ALTEN

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and develop models for next-gen aerospace systems in a hybrid work environment.
  • Company: Join ALTEN UK, a leader in innovative engineering solutions.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, private medical insurance, and flexible working options.
  • Other info: Opportunities for career growth and personal development in a dynamic team.
  • Why this job: Be part of exciting projects that shape the future of aerospace technology.
  • Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2 years' experience in systems engineering.

The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.

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ALTEN UK is seeking a Model Based Systems Engineer to support high-profile aerospace programmes within the combat air domain. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of next-generation air platform development, where your models will contribute directly to complex system design, performance optimisation and full digital twin representations.

  • Develop and manage functional, plant, control and requirement models to represent platform systems in a model-based systems engineering (MBSE) environment.
  • Contribute to the creation and evolution of a digital twin of the air platform, supporting validation, verification and system optimisation activities.
  • Analyse system-level and aircraft performance metrics using modelling tools and real-world data.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to define interfaces between systems, ensuring effective integration across platform and sub-system levels.
  • Support strategic modelling efforts aimed at reducing test burden and enhancing simulation and trial planning.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Electrical).
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience within systems engineering, ideally within aerospace or defence.
  • Understanding of aircraft systems and their key performance characteristics.

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  • A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers.
  • A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries.
  • A competitive salary.
  • Private Medical Insurance.
  • Pension Scheme.
  • Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits.
  • Flexible way of working (role dependent).

Systems Engineer (Tech employer: ALTEN

ALTEN is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of London. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth through engaging projects in the space industry, alongside a supportive environment that values creativity and technological advancement. Join us to be part of a team that not only drives significant impact but also prioritises your career development and well-being.

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We think you need these skills to ace Systems Engineer (Tech

Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Digital Twin Development
System Design
Performance Optimisation
Functional Modelling
Control Modelling
Requirement Modelling