What Jobs are available for Systems Administration in the United Kingdom?

Location:  Kent (commutable from surrounding areas)
Sector: Defence, Electro-Optics, Precision Engineering
Employment Type: Permanent
Posted by: Winsearch – Engineering & Technical Recruitment Specialists

Winsearch is supporting a leading manufacturer within the defence and precision engineering sector in the recruitment of an experienced System Engineer .

This role offers the opportunity to contribute across the entire product lifecycle — from concept design through to end-of-life — developing and delivering advanced electro-mechanical systems. Working as part of a collaborative engineering team, the successful candidate will play a key role in systems analysis, requirements capture, and cross-disciplinary integration involving electronics, mechanical, and software teams.

You’ll also work closely with commercial, operations, and quality functions to support new business opportunities, generate technical proposals, and provide accurate project estimates that support both innovation and delivery excellence.

• Analyse, capture, and produce specifications for complex systems and products.

• Collaborate with business development teams to prepare technical responses, proposals, and documentation that align with commercial objectives.

• Support the New Product Introduction (NPI) process by identifying technical risks and proposing robust mitigation strategies.

• Apply best-practice systems engineering principles and introduce cost-effective, innovative solutions to meet performance and compliance standards.

• Engage with customers and suppliers as required to support project delivery and product performance.

• Provide technical input to time and cost estimations in collaboration with Product Line Managers.

Essential:

• Degree in Systems Engineering, Physics, Electronics, or a related technical discipline.

• Demonstrable experience in systems engineering within defence, aerospace, or precision manufacturing environments.

• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, design verification, and analytical techniques.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualification in Systems Engineering.

• Experience in electro-optics, electro-mechanics, or control systems.

• Working knowledge of FMEA , defence environmental standards (MIL-STDs, DEF-STANs), and EMC compliance.

• Familiarity with GIS and/or servo-control systems .

• Positive, solution-focused mindset with strong technical curiosity.

• Highly accountable, ethical, and committed to quality.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines.

• Motivated by problem-solving and delivering tangible outcomes.

• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC level) .

• 9-day fortnight (every other Friday off)

• Competitive salary and company profit-sharing scheme

• Stakeholder pension and life assurance

• Private healthcare (Benenden)

• Recognition and engagement initiatives

Winsearch is a specialist technical recruitment partner supporting organisations across the engineering, defence, and advanced manufacturing sectors. We connect exceptional engineering talent with leading employers throughout the UK.

If you’re an experienced System Engineer seeking your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!

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Location: Sandbach and surrounding area

Position: Security Systems Engineer

Employment: Full Time

Salary: From £30,000 - £35,000 a year

Are client is one of the UK's leading Security and Facilities Management Companies. Their people are what make them stand out amongst their competitors and this is why they ensure that their people's wellbeing is at the forefront of everything they do.

They consistently strive to offer a working environment that makes their employee's feel valued and motivated. Whilst offering competitive rates of pay, they also consider other factors, such as work/life balance, training and career opportunities.

They succeed because they employ people who share their Company's Virtues and put People First, displaying Passion in everything they do and showing Humility when it matters.

About the role:

They have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Security Systems Engineer to join their growing team. This role is predominantly based in the North of England, with national travel to various sites as required. The ideal candidate will specialise in the installation, repair and maintenance of a range of security systems, including CCTV, access control and intruder alarms. In addition to a competitive salary, the successful applicant will receive a company vehicle and fuel card, ensuring you have the tools you need to succeed in this dynamic and rewarding position.

The shift pattern for the role will be predominately Monday – Friday between the hours of 09:00 – 17:30 with a 1 hour break for lunch, however due to the nature of the role, work outside of these hours may be required when necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities of a Security Systems Engineer.

• Install, repair and maintain a variety of security systems, including CCTV, access control and intruder alarms.
• Conduct site assessments to determine security system requirements and provide recommendations.
• Communicate with clients to understand their security needs and deliver tailored

solutions.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to security systems in a timely

manner.

• Ensure compliance with relevant safety standards and regulations during installations and maintenance.
• Provide training and support to clients on the proper use of security systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of installations, repairs and service calls.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in security technology.
• Travel to various national sites as required, ensuring efficient and effective service

delivery.

• Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the company.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Security Systems Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of security systems, including CCTV, access control and intruder

alarms.

• Relevant technical certifications (e.g., CCTV installation, security system integration) preferred.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing security systems and related equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and team members.
• A full Valid UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to various sites across the

country.

• Familiarity with relevant safety standards and regulations in the security industry.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive attitude towards continuous learning and staying updated on industry advancements.

What they can offer in return:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
• Great company culture
• Supportive environment
• Access to expert training and development program
• Reward and Recognition scheme
• 28 days of annual leave

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company car
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Access Control: 1 year (required)
• Intruder Alarms : 1 year (required)
• CCTV Engineering: 2 years (required)

Location:

• Cheshire (preferred)

Systems Engineer – Leading Tech-Focused Organisation – High-Growth Team

A leading tech-focused consultancy is seeking a talented Systems Engineer to join its dynamic, rapidly growing team in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver innovative solutions for clients operating at the cutting edge of UK defence technology and innovation.

What you'll bring:

• Hands-on experience in requirements management within defence, government, or military environments
• Familiarity with national acquisition frameworks (i.e. SRD, URD, Business Cases)
• Understanding of multi-domain development frameworks
• Proficiency with requirements management tools, such as DOORS or similar RM platforms
• Knowledge of contemporary systems engineering methodologies, including Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

You'll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering projects that make a real impact in the defence sector, while working alongside a high-performing team passionate about technology and innovation.

If you're looking to take the next step in your systems engineering career within a supportive, high-growth consultancy, apply with your updated CV immediately

An exciting opportunity to join a cutting-edge defence technology programme, contributing to the development of world-class directed energy weapon systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver performance-focused sub-systems for integration within larger weapon system architectures.
• Own the physical definition, certification, and acceptance of hardware systems.
• Produce and maintain technical and certification documentation to required standards.
• Support the integration of functional software with complex hardware subsystems.
• Engage with and manage third-party suppliers, defining technical statements of work and deliverables.
• Operate across the early lifecycle of projects, clarifying stakeholder needs and influencing technical direction.
• Lead technical work packages, balancing progress against risks in collaboration with project managers.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven background in developing complex electrical equipment or subsystems.
• Strong understanding of assembly, integration, test, and certification processes.
• Ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Experience in supplier management and technical work definition.
• Systems engineering knowledge including requirements, design, and performance analysis.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, high-technology environment with secure project demands.

Package & Benefits:

• Bonus: up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: up to 14% total contribution
• Flexible hybrid working (2–3 days on site)
• Enhanced parental leave and flexible working arrangements
• Excellent site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking

Belcan are recruiting for System Engineers with Matlab Simulink experience on a Contract basis (Inside IR35) with Hybrid or Remote working options. As a Systems Engineer will be responsible for developing, testing, and optimising engineering system models in Simulink for Aerospace and Marine applications.

We are looking for Systems Engineers who have a deep understanding of control systems, signal processing, and model-based design. You will then use MATLAB to generate the code for the Simulink model, to optimise models for performance, accuracy, and resource utilisation. You will create comprehensive documentation for models, including user guides and technical specifications.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and project managers, to integrate Simulink models into larger systems. This is for a Marine platform on a new Active Vehicle Control System, a type of hydrostatic / hydro dynamic autopilot system.

Ideally the successful Systems Engineer will be degree qualified with previous experience in the above Systems or transferable Systems skills and a proven track record in Engineering.

Successful applicants must have or meet eligibility requirements to obtain UK Security Clearance.

About Us

Belcan, a Cognizant company, is a global force in technical services and engineering consultancy. Our legacy is built on delivering high-quality outputs and our unwavering commitment to developing the next generation of technical consultants and specialist engineers. Our expertise is vast, spanning across various engineering industries including aerospace, defence, marine, nuclear, automotive, and cyber security.

Systems Engineer (Systems Performance Performance)

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Systems Engineer/Systems Performance Engineer to join a leading defence engineering organisation. You’ll provide performance prediction and analysis expertise on major defence programmes, supporting the development of advanced systems.

You’ll contribute to projects in the concept, assessment, or demonstration phases, ensuring system performance is accurately understood and optimised as part of the system design process.

The main elements of the role include:

• Plan and conduct technical studies into system performance using complex mathematical models.
• Analyse system-level data to assess key performance indicators such as range and terminal accuracy.
• Collaborate with domain experts in aerodynamics, propulsion, lethality, guidance, control, and navigation to understand and influence system design.
• Present performance results clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support the development of training materials for new engineers.

Your experience:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience running and analysing complex simulations.
• Competent in MATLAB (and preferably Simulink or similar tools).
• Interest in mathematical modelling, data analysis, and system behaviour prediction.
• Awareness of core physical principles (aerodynamics, propulsion, guidance, and control).
• Security Clearance: Applicants must be sole British citizens due to security, and able to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance.

This role is an onsite position, and all candidates will be working onsite for 5 days a week.

Job Purpose

We are looking for a highly experienced and enthusiastic Senior Systems Engineer to assist our growing Systems function across a diverse range of projects. You will be initially involved in the definition and delivery of complex systems involving specialist sensors, electronics and signal processing firmware and software to C4ISR customers.

Taking an active role that spans the breadth of the systems development lifecycle, you will be involved in planning and executing system design and development, system and sub-system implementation as well as integration and testing, and will help gain customer acceptance ensuring all design requirements are met. This will involve generating and reviewing system design artefacts, hands on involvement with system integration and qualification, and participation in key meetings and design reviews.

The work is predominantly related to sensor and communications networked systems but also includes sensor processing and soldier-worn combat systems. Currently, the work covers Land Systems but has the potential to evolve into other associated domains and other product lines in the future.

Reporting to: Principal Engineer (Functional Lead Systems)

What you’ll do

• Undertake design activities at the equipment, system and software levels.
• Meet technical requirements through all phases of design, integration and leading to customer acceptance.
• Develop and review technical documentation to support project development and deliverables, including test plans, specifications and procedures.
• Undertake testing and qualification activities throughout the project.
• Identify project technical risks and opportunities.
• Attendance and input to project design reviews with customers.
• Involvement with acceptance events at factory and external sites.
• Involvement in the safety, reliability and through-life support of products.
• Support the business development by assisting preparation of technical proposals & solutions.
• Foster good working relationships with suppliers and customers.
• Supporting the research and development of products within the Company, improving engineering quality, efficiency and cost.

What you’ll need

• Track record of delivering complex system design, implementation, test and integration in the Defence (or similar, highly regulated) domain.
• Experience of full system lifecycle, design, development, testing, integration and acceptance.
• The ability to analyse and specify system acceptance requirements.
• Understanding of network technologies.
• Appreciation of complex electronics and firmware design principles.
• Strong technical knowledge of military-grade COTS communication and sensor systems.
• Have a high level of both verbal and written communication skills providing regular communications to internal and external stakeholders, customers and suppliers.
• Experience of Model Based System Engineering (desirable)
• Experience of Windows and Linux Operating Systems (desirable).
• Appreciation of modern software design techniques and languages (e.g. C++, Java, C#) (desirable).
• Signal &image processing knowledge (desirable).
• Member of a Professional Engineering or Science Institute (desirable).
• Experience of agile or spiral development lifecycles (desirable).
• At least a BSc Degree in Engineering, Maths or Science subject or equivalent experience.
• Sole UK National.
• Ability to attain DV or SC UK Security Clearance.
• Full driving license.
• Ability to ad-hoc travel within the UK

What you’ll get

• Full engineering lifecycle with optional career path: Choose the direction of your career
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu: Gain up to 24 additional paid days off per year or boost your salary with an authorised single-time overtime
• Flexible working: We operate around the core working hours of 09:30 – 12:00 & 14:00 – 16:00
• Role-specific allowances: Subject to individual projects and roles.
• Holiday entitlement: 24 days per annum, plus public holidays. These are pro rata for part-time roles. A Christmas closedown occurs for most roles from 24th December – 2nd January, utilising your holiday entitlement.
• Pension scheme: 14% total pension made up of 7% contribution from the Employer, matched with 7% from the employee
• Private medical care: Access a network of 50+ private clinics and hospitals nationwide
• Training and upskilling: We are committed to your continuous personal and professional development meaning that you have the opportunity to gain additional skills and qualifications
• Monthly Payment Schemes: Save money on a new bicycle and cycling accessories and get fit too!
• Company tech: Salary loans to purchase laptops, mobiles, and home office equipment
• Relocation package: Available to selected candidates needing to relocate within easy travel distance of one of our offices - In line with HMRC guidelines - spend less time travelling and more time living

Why Drumgrange?

As a small-medium enterprise, we benefit from having a flat organisation structure with only a few levels between a junior role and a department head, so you can spend more time with technical application and less time wrangling with red tape. It also means that your voice is heard and there is plenty of opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact upon the business.

Roles here present fantastic opportunities to be involved across the whole design lifecycle, and with such a wide portfolio of products and capabilities, you can expect varied and career-expanding work that takes you across different engineering domains and environments.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. Please be aware that many of our roles will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities held, and your place of birth may limit the roles you can perform in our organisation.

We also support our Armed Forces communities, reservists and cadets and are proud advocates.

Systems Engineer – Directed Energy / Laser Weapon Systems

Location: Bristol

Salary: Circa £55,000 (depending on experience)

Working model: Hybrid – typically 2–4 days per week on-site

Join a leading defence technology organisation working on one of the UK’s most ambitious and high-profile programmes – DragonFire , the nation’s first Laser Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW) system. This pioneering initiative has already demonstrated remarkable success in recent trials and continues to push the boundaries of modern weapon system design.

As a Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in advancing DragonFire from concept demonstrator to a fully deployable, world-class air defence system. You’ll work within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, engaging in activities such as requirements analysis, system design, performance assessment, and certification.

What you’ll be doing:

• Analysing system requirements and functional interfaces to create detailed design documentation.
• Conducting system-level trade studies and providing impact assessments for design changes.
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure technical coherence and delivery quality.
• Supporting change management processes and maintaining system management plans.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven background in Systems Engineering within complex or defence-related programmes.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills, with the ability to translate requirements into robust designs.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, with a passion for innovation and problem-solving.

Additional details:

Applicants must be British citizens or dual nationals holding British citizenship and will be required to obtain security clearance (BPSS minimum).

This position offers excellent benefits, including a generous pension (up to 14% combined contribution), bonus scheme, flexible working options, and additional leave opportunities.

For further information feel free to reach me at , or simply apply!

Reference: AMC/RKI

Systems Engineer – Requirements (Directed Energy Systems)

Location : Bristol

Salary : Up to £55,000 (depending on experience)

Working model : Hybrid – typically 2–4 days per week on-site

An opportunity has arisen to join a leading defence technology organisation at the forefront of innovation in Directed Energy Weapon Systems . You’ll be part of the highly publicised DragonFire programme – the UK’s first Laser Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW) demonstrator, which has achieved remarkable success in recent trials and continues to evolve into a deployable, world-class air defence system.

As a Systems Engineer within the Requirements & Certification domain, you will ensure that this next-generation technology meets the highest standards of performance, safety, and compliance. You’ll play a critical role in shaping the system’s specification, proving, and assurance activities across its lifecycle.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading requirements analysis, specification, and justification for complex system designs.

• Supporting system proving, verification, and certification to ensure compliance with engineering and safety standards.

• Managing requirement flow-down through the system, sub-system, and equipment levels.

• Working closely with design authorities, customers, and multidisciplinary teams to balance capability needs with design constraints.

• Communicating technical issues and design rationale clearly to internal and external stakeholders.

• Supporting technical mediation and problem-solving throughout the system lifecycle.

What we’re looking for:

• Background in systems engineering with experience in requirements management, design assurance, or certification.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to technical detail and traceability.

• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and communicate effectively at all levels.

• Familiarity with tools such as DOORS, DOORS NG, or Rhapsody is desirable.

• Experience in the defence or other highly regulated engineering environments is advantageous.

• A delivery-focused, proactive mindset with a passion for working on cutting-edge technology.

Additional details:

Applicants must be British citizens or dual nationals holding British citizenship and will be required to obtain security clearance (BPSS minimum).

The role comes with a competitive benefits package, including a company bonus of up to £2,500, pension contributions up to 14%, flexible working, enhanced parental leave, and additional flexi leave opportunities.

For further information feel free to reach me at , or simply apply!

Reference: AMC/RKI