At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us as a Systems Engineer to enhance radar technology and support innovative projects.
- Company: Be part of Saab, a leading defence company focused on safety and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, career growth, and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for travel and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in defence and security while working with talented professionals.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and experience in radar or communications systems required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth.
What you will be part of: Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems.
The Role: This role is part of our Sensor Systems Business Unit. Saab is expanding in the UK and we are now seeking talented and highly motivated Systems Engineer to support our radar and sensors growth activities at either our Fareham campus. Much of our current work is centred on the G1X radar, which is the newest radar in Saab's portfolio - a software defined radar with a regular capability update cycle post-delivery, as well as an established production line. As a Systems Engineer you will regularly work with current products, developing enhancements and investigating new areas for product growth.
Key Responsibilities: As a System Engineer you will be responsible for various activities across the product lifecycle. Responsibilities include:
- Support bid activities
- Requirements management activities
- Radar performance analysis
- Radar algorithm development
- System and sub-system design
- Support to customer demonstrations
- Travel within UK and abroad (including to Gothenburg office)
Required Skills: As a person you are positive, social, results oriented and a team player with a proven background in systems engineering. You should hold a Bachelors degree or equivalent and have experience of radar, communications or EW systems. Experience of working with MATLAB, ideally working with recorded radar data, and familiarity with principles of 15288:2023 is essential. You should also be familiar with product road mapping and product lifecycle techniques, enjoy working and developing in a team, and possess good technical communication skills.
During your employment you will handle tasks and materials that are classified as military secret and therefore you must have a UK or Swedish citizenship. A National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, and applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it.
Systems Engineer - Radar in London employer: Saab UK
Saab UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the aerospace sector. Located in Bedfordshire, employees benefit from a supportive environment that prioritises professional growth through continuous learning opportunities and engaging projects in unmanned systems. Join us to be part of a team that values safety, creativity, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in cutting-edge aerospace solutions.
