Team Leader-Systems Engineer in Luton

Team Leader-Systems Engineer in Luton

Luton Full-Time 55000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Leonardo

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead innovative projects in defence technology and solve real-world challenges.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to cutting-edge defence solutions.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, comprehensive health support, and a generous pension scheme.
  • Other info: Hybrid working options available with excellent career development opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a difference with your engineering skills while working on exciting technologies.
  • Qualifications: Experience in systems engineering and a passion for problem-solving required.

The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.

Want to make an impact with cutting-edge technology? Join us as a Lead Systems Engineer and work on real-world challenges, designing solutions that power the future of defence technology. If you have applied engineering experience and a systems-thinking mindset, we want to hear from you! Whether you’re an expert in a specific area or have broad knowledge across the systems engineering lifecycle, your skills matter.

  • Protecting RAF aircraft like Typhoon and Apache
  • Developing future electronic warfare systems
  • Harnessing AI/ML to unlock intelligence from vast data
  • Systems Engineering (e.g. problem definition, architecture, MBSE, integration, verification & validation)
  • Domain Expertise (e.g. digital signal processing, RF systems, AI/ML, multi-sensor fusion, electronic warfare)
  • Solving integration challenges and testing solutions

Due to the nature of the work and its connections to UK Defence strategy, applicants must have five years UK Residency and hold a UK Passport.

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.
  • 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 hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Leonardo

Contact Details:

Leonardo Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Team Leader-Systems Engineer in Luton

Systems Engineering
Problem Definition
Architecture
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Integration
Verification & Validation
Digital Signal Processing