At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop cutting-edge defence systems while solving real-world engineering challenges.
- Company: Join Leonardo, a global leader in advanced defence and security solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, comprehensive health support, and access to 4,000+ online courses.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical projects and grow your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in systems engineering and a passion for innovative problem-solving.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 48000 £ per year.
At Leonardo, we solve real-world engineering challenges, designing and developing mission-critical solutions that power some of the world’s most advanced defence and security systems.
We are recruiting for a range of Systems Engineering roles from diverse backgrounds and expertise. Based on your skills and experience, we’ll match you to the most impactful projects where you can thrive and grow.
- Engage with stakeholders to translate operational needs into engineering solutions.
- Model, simulate, and analyse system performance to drive design decisions.
- Troubleshoot and refine existing systems, identifying improvements through real-world testing.
- Break down complex engineering problems into structured, solvable components.
- Design and develop high-performance system architectures using model-based systems engineering (MBSE).
Data Processing & Analysis
- Develop multi-sensor data fusion and tracking capabilities for real-time applications.
Integration, Testing & Validation
- Investigate system anomalies using real trial data, ensuring performance meets specifications.
Depending on experience, lead technical initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and influence engineering roadmaps.
What else would help:
- Proven experience leading systems engineering projects from design to implementation.
- Security Clearance.
We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
- Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
- Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
- Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
- Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
- Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
- Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hybrid Working: Hybrid
