At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver integration for advanced aerospace and defence systems.
- Company: Leading aerospace and defence company focused on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, stock options, private medical, and cycle to work scheme.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on cutting-edge aerospace technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in systems integration and a degree in engineering or science.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Systems Integration Engineer to plan and deliver integration, verification and validation activities for advanced aerospace and defence systems. The role will focus on bringing together hardware, software and sub-systems into coherent solutions, developing robust test approaches and generating the evidence required to demonstrate performance, compliance and readiness for demonstration or deployment.
Responsibilities
- Develop integration, verification and validation strategies aligned to system requirements, architecture and programme milestones.
- Author and maintain test plans, procedures, specifications and reports for laboratory, rig, ground and flight activities.
- Support the integration of sub-systems, identifying, investigating and resolving technical issues and interface problems.
- Execute or oversee verification and validation activities, ensuring results are captured and linked to requirements and acceptance criteria.
- Support trials and demonstrations, including planning, readiness reviews, execution support and post-activity reporting.
- Work closely with design, safety, requirements and project teams to ensure integration and test activities are practical, efficient and well controlled.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of integration and test processes, tools and evidence management approaches.
Requirements
- Experience in systems integration, verification, validation or test within complex engineering programmes.
- Strong understanding of requirements-based test approaches and structured evidence generation.
- Ability to produce clear test documentation and to work methodically through technical problems.
- Experience supporting trials, demonstrations or system acceptance activities, particularly of airborne systems, would be beneficial.
- Awareness of safety-critical development and regulated engineering environments.
- Degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred Qualifications / Experience
- Experience in fast-paced R&D or startup environments, with rapid prototype iteration times.
- Experience in delivery of airborne systems within the defence industry would be highly advantageous.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and stock options.
- Private Medical & Dental.
- Cycle to work scheme.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
Systems Integration Engineer in Cambridge employer: Cambridge Aerospace
As a Systems Integration Engineer with us, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing aerospace and defence systems in a collaborative and innovative environment. We offer competitive compensation, private medical and dental benefits, and a cycle to work scheme, all while fostering a culture of inclusion and continuous improvement. Join us to not only enhance your technical skills but also to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of defence technology.
