At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and development of advanced radar systems for the Eurofighter Typhoon.
- Company: Join Leonardo, a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and access to 4,000+ online courses.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive team that values diversity and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic engineering environment with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in radar systems design and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 59500 - 75000 £ per year.
Leonardo UK operates a grade‑based salary framework with broad bands.
The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market.
Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
Your Impact
The Captor‑E Mk0 Radar is produced for the Eurofighter Typhoon and currently in operation with multiple export customers.
- What You’ll Do
- Support the Chief Systems Engineer to
- Co-ordinate maintenance of ECRS Mk0 System Engineering Development Plan and Integrated Test, Evaluation and Acceptance Plan (ITEAP)
- Define the functional architecture for the ECRS Mk0 Radar System
- Co-ordinate the system functional design of the ECRS Mk0 product
- Provide technical leadership to System Subject Matter Experts within the Integrated Programme Team
- Develop and mentor System Subject Matter Experts within the Integrated Programme Team
- Act as Leonardo UK’s principal contributor to the Euroradar Systems Engineering Group
- Deputise for the Chief Systems Engineer across relevant forums and areas of responsibility
- Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support programme delivery
- Help shape the technical direction and long-term capability development of the product
- What You’ll Bring
- Experience providing technical leadership in a dynamic engineering environment
- Experience of Radar Systems Design and/or Qualification at a Lead Engineer level
- Familiarity with the principles of Pulsed Doppler radar waveform design and signal processing implementation
- Familiarity with the principles of Radar tracking and trade-offs against supporting detection schemes
- Experience of Integration, Test, Evaluation and Acceptance (ITEA)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to obtain SC security clearance
- Experience of working with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
- What Else Would Help
- Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant engineering, science or technology discipline
- Chartered Engineer status is desirable
- Experience with any of the following tools MATLAB, Simulink, Siemens Teamcenter, IBM DOORS
- 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, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).
For more information and guidance please visit https://careers. uk. leonardo. com/gb/en/security-and-vetting
- Why join us
- Time to Recharge: Enjoy 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 (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
- 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 Linked In 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.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security.
Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK.
Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace.
We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers.
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Be part of something bigger – apply now!
- Primary Location
- GB – Edinburgh
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hybrid Working
- Onsite
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MK0 Lead Systems Engineer employer: Leonardo
Leonardo is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee experience and inclusion, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Edinburgh. With flexible hybrid working arrangements, generous leave policies, and comprehensive mental health support, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The company fosters growth opportunities, ensuring that every team member can develop their skills and advance their careers in a supportive environment.
