Job Description:
How this role fits inLuton is the home to around 1,000 people who are involved in the design and development of Leonardo's Electronic Warfare (EW) capability, which is used to protect airborne platforms from a range of RF-based threats. This includes: The protection systems for current and future RAF and Army aircraft, including Typhoon and Apache.
The technology development platforms being developed by the UK's Team Tempest to support the development of a new 6th generation aircraft within the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).Concept demonstrators for future Electronic Warfare technologies and systems. Air Platform Protection systems for export customer aircraft.
Technology to draw insights from the vast amounts of data collected by our electronic surveillance systems using artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Role descriptionAs an Industrial Placement Systems Engineer you will work alongside some of the most talented engineers in the UK. You will support the development of world-leading technologies and capabilities across multiple Avionic Systems and Platforms.
Industrial Placement Systems Engineers have the opportunity to be involved in different phases of the systems engineering lifecycle to create and deliver new and emerging capabilities required by our customers; from understanding the customer's requirements, developing system architectures and concept designs for the next generation of EW capability, through to integration and testing of equipment and systems. Key Responsibility AreasWorking as part of an established systems engineering community and supported by a team of experienced engineers, you will be responsible for: Developing practical skills in engineering design and development for complex systems, understanding key processes and technologies. Gaining an understanding of the EW domain to support the development of relevant products and technologies. Working closely with engineers across multiple disciplines to solve problems.
Completing tasks to a high standard in accordance with appropriate processes and procedures.
Developing and applying your academic skills to solve problems, generate ideas and be proactive within the team.
What we need from you: QualificationsAll of our Industrial Placement roles require you to be currently studying for a degree in a relevant discipline.
For the Industrial Placement Systems Engineer role, the acceptable degrees are: aerospace/aeronautical engineering, computer science/systems, electrical/electronic engineering, general engineering, mathematics, mechanical engineering, physics, and systems engineering.
You must have an understanding of mathematics to at least A-Level standard, and a basic understanding of electronics.
You should also ideally have experience of working with engineering development tools (e.g. MATLAB, Simulink, Rhapsody, Cameo, DOORS).Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300Contract Type: Fixed termHybrid Working: HybridJob SummaryJob number: R0033979Profession: Engineering
Industrial Placement Systems Engineer in Luton employer: Leonardo DRS
Leonardo is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets collaboration. As a Campaign Manager, you'll thrive in a culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth, supported by comprehensive benefits including an award-winning pension scheme and access to over 4,000 online courses. With flexible working options and a commitment to inclusion, Leonardo empowers you to make a meaningful impact in the defence and aerospace sector while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
