Systems Engineer - All Levels in Edinburgh

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.

Responsibilities:

• Radar systems for fighter jets like the Typhoon and SAAB Gripen.
• GCAP – Future Generation Radar & Electro‐Optical Targeting products.
• Infra‐Red Counter‐Measures (IRCM) systems.
• Laser target designators and ranging systems.
• Surveillance AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) radars.
• Contributing to early‐stage concept studies, investigating the impact of new technology on future platforms.
• Engage with stakeholders to translate operational needs into engineering solutions, develop and integrate system functionality, considering hardware limitations and real‐world constraints.
• Model, simulate, and analyse system performance to drive design decisions.
• Troubleshoot and refine existing systems, identifying improvements through real‐world testing.

Qualifications:

• Break down complex engineering problems into structured, solvable components.
• Define clear system‐level requirements based on stakeholder needs.
• Design and develop high‐performance system architectures using model‐based systems engineering (MBSE).
• Use Simulink, MATLAB, or synthetic environments to simulate and refine system behaviour.
• Apply signal processing, image processing, and object classification techniques to extract actionable insights.
• Develop multi‐sensor data fusion and tracking capabilities for real‐time applications.
• Investigate system anomalies using real trial data, ensuring performance meets specifications.
• Design and execute verification & validation (V&V) strategies across the entire system lifecycle.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and prototype cutting‐edge defence solutions.
• Lead technical initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and influence engineering roadmaps (depending on experience).

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven experience leading systems engineering projects from design to implementation.
• Passion for systems engineering.
• Ability to lead cross‐functional teams and manage competing priorities effectively.
• A science‐based Honours degree or equivalent industry experience.

Security Clearance:

This role is subject to pre‐employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, potentially requiring the eligibility for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).

Benefits:

• Time to Recharge – generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi‐days each year.
• Secure your Future – benefit from our award‐winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters – 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.
• Tailored Perks – 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.

Location:

Primary: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. Additional: Newcastle, United Kingdom.

Contract & Working:

Contract Type: Permanent. Hybrid Working: Onsite.

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Full‐time

Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Computer and Network Security.