Contract Systems Engineer
• £75/hour Inside IR35
• Hybrid working
• 6-month initial contract, likely extensions
• Work on projects in the defence and aerospace sector

ABOUT THE CLIENT:
Our client is a global defence organisation delivering cutting-edge technology to UK and international customers. Their Bedfordshire-based operation works across special projects, weapons systems and platform integration. Due to high demand and growth across business areas, they’re looking for an experienced Systems Engineer contractor to join the team.

THE BENEFITS:
• Hybrid working (minimum 2 days onsite)
• £75/hour (Inside IR35)
• 6-month initial contract
• Opportunity to work on innovative military technologies

THE SYSTEMS ENGINEER ROLE:
This role supports the Engineering Team on high-priority special projects, with a particular focus on Command & Control systems. You’ll play a key part in the systems lifecycle including modelling, V&V activity and architecture assessments. You’ll join a collaborative and well-resourced team, with opportunities to bring your expertise to the forefront on strategically significant defence projects.

SYSTEMS ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
• Systems engineering experience across full lifecycle
• Strong background in Command & Control domains
• Modelling and simulation experience (MATLAB/Simulink)
• Knowledge of Verification & Validation processes
• Familiarity with Comms and RF Network Architectures
• Active SC clearance (or eligible), BPSS to start

TO BE CONSIDERED:
Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via kelly.harvey@searchability.com. For further information please call: 0203 854 0120 / 07889 589 648.
By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS:
Systems Engineering, Command & Control, V&V, Matlab, Simulink, Defence, Modelling, MIL-STD, Comms Architecture, NSD