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Job Title: Network Systems Engineer

Location: Frimley, Surrey - Hybrid - 3+ days on-site per week

Role Type: Permanent

Salary: 55,000 - 61,500 per annum depending on experience

Our client, an established aerospace engineering firm, require an experienced Network Systems Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team.

** This role would require UK Eyes Only SC Clearance. Please note we can only consider sole UK Nationals (no dual nationalities) **

As part of a medium-sized core team of 6-12, you'll also collaborate with a wider group of around 30, engaging with a broad stakeholder network. This role demands strong technical leadership, owning challenges, proactively solving problems, and working with the right stakeholders to drive solutions forward.

What the role of the Network Systems Engineer entails:

Some of the main duties of the Network Systems Engineer will include:

• Provide oversight and technical ownership of design, leading design decisions and supporting the Engineering Manager in delivering in-service programmes
• Ensure technical leadership by controlling project scope, managing design changes, and engaging stakeholders and suppliers to identify risks early
• Lead programme-level design reviews, coordinate stakeholders, manage design baselines and voids, and produce Certificates of Design while ensuring design governance
• Review and influence technical requirements and architectural design to ensure system integration, covering sub-systems and specialist domains for subcontractor design, development, and qualification
• Provide specialist knowledge and subject matter expertise in the integration, validation and verification of systems

What experience you need to be the successful Network Systems Engineer:

Essential:

• Extensive experience in network or software engineering, ideally with a background in operations
• Ability to take the lead on technical matters and provide expert guidance
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards
• Specialist expertise in Combat Systems, particularly in relation to submarines or marine engineering projects, would be advantageous
• Familiarity with DOORS and prior hands-on experience using it
• Proven experience in change management processes

Desirable:

• Systems Engineering (INCOSE) qualifications

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Network Systems Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!

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Client Overview

Our client is an employee-owned business, offering a great environment for their engineers to stand on their own two feet but equally benefitting from superb training and development opportunities to further enhance their career. They work within Industrial, Medical, and energy sectors providing full turnkey solutions included automated and control systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the Design & Development of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems
• Collaborate with Mechanical & Process Engineers to ensure system integration & performance
• Produce & review technical documentation including wiring diagrams and functional design specifications
• Provide Technical Support to internal and external customers
• Manage FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning

Skill Required

• Siemens TIA (or similar platforms)
• Proven Experience in control panel design, schematics, loop diagrams & P&IDs
• 5 Years experience within the field of Control System / Electrical System Design
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering or equivalent

Compensation & Other Benefits

• 55,000 to 65,000 + benefits (incl. Employee Ownership, Holiday, Pension etc)
• Opportunity to travel worldwide (sporadic and project led)
• Core hours 9am-3pm, Hybrid Flex, and sense of community through team socials

Please note that our clients are unable to offer sponsorship for employment visas. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, only those shortlisted will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of applying, please assume that your application has not been successful.

Senior Systems Engineers required to apply their experience in a new and challenging environment, working across the full development lifecycle.

Typical tasks include:

You will be responsible for the development and verification of designs to applicable standards (e.g. RTCA/DO-178, RTCA/DO-254).

Analysis of customer requirements.

Requirements Analysis, design, implementation and verification.

Specification, design, integration, validation/verification and certification of safety-critical avionics.

Participate in design reviews.

The successful candidate will have the below skills:

Demonstrable breadth and depth of experience/competence across engineering disciplines (Systems).

Experience of significant parts of the development lifecycle, from requirements through to verification and validation.

Good understanding of requirements capture, work package definition and effort estimation.

DOORs and Simulink experience desirable.

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Our client, a leading organisation in the technology sector, is currently seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to join their Materials and Mechanical Metrology department on a permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing overall systems leadership for large and complex science/engineering projects
• Developing design specifications and conducting design activities
• Completing technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options
• Reviewing, agreeing, and controlling external and internal interface documents
• Developing instrument performance models, manufacturing tolerances, and component specifications
• Managing technical budgets and tolerances
• Developing assembly, integration, and test plans to verify compliance with requirements
• Managing the assembly, integration, and testing of systems and sub-systems of instruments and scientific products
• Providing technical delivery of complex hardware and software systems
• Planning, coordinating, and delivering internal and external reviews
• Documenting system design, processes, procedures, and test results
• Liaising with other specialists to ensure performance is maintained and requirements are met
• Generating and reviewing technical proposals, providing accurate estimates for effort, costs, and risks

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Physics or an applicable engineering subject area (Optical, Mechanical, Electronics, Systems, or Software) or equivalent
• Industry experience in systems engineering across the full systems engineering lifecycle
• Experience in developing and delivering complex instrumentation and control systems
• Knowledge of a wide range of technologies
• Excellent analytical and technical problem-solving skills
• Strong project management skills
• Experience in managing multidisciplinary science/engineering teams
• Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills

If you are a highly experienced systems engineer looking to make an impact in a dynamic and cutting-edge environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team and help shape the future of instrumentation and metrology projects.

Client Overview

Our client is an employee-owned business, offering a great environment for their engineers to stand on their own two feet but equally benefitting from superb training and development opportunities to further enhance their career. They work within Industrial, Medical, and energy sectors providing full turnkey solutions included automated and control systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the Design & Development of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems
• Collaborate with Mechanical & Process Engineers to ensure system integration & performance
• Produce & review technical documentation including wiring diagrams and functional design specifications
• Provide Technical Support to internal and external customers
• Manage FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning

Skill Required

• Siemens TIA (or similar platforms)
• Proven Experience in control panel design, schematics, loop diagrams & P&IDs
• 5 Years experience within the field of Control System / Electrical System Design
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering or equivalent

Compensation & Other Benefits

• 55,000 to 65,000 + benefits (incl. Employee Ownership, Holiday, Pension etc)
• Opportunity to travel worldwide (sporadic and project led)
• Core hours 9am-3pm, Hybrid Flex, and sense of community through team socials

Please note that our clients are unable to offer sponsorship for employment visas. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, only those shortlisted will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of applying, please assume that your application has not been successful.

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
**Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK**
At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible.
This mind-set goes beyond our customer solutions; it's the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what's your possible?
**Opportunity:**
A member of the Systems Engineering function, this role ensures programme work is delivered on time, budget and to the required scope through robust plans. The Defence Systems Engineering Team provides support across the Defence Control Systems Account, helping drive the other functions through the Project Lifecycle from Customer needs definition to delivery
Our UK Defence business is a Sovereign software and systems centre of excellence. As well as developing and supporting UK wide and internationally deployed multi-domain command and control systems, our work is critical to the modern backbone of the Royal Navy. We pioneer - with fierce curiosity, dedication, and innovation, we seek to solve the world's most challenging problems.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Support the planning and conduct of all Systems Engineering activities throughout the SE 'V' lifecycle, from concept through to delivery, for hardware and software development and In Service Support programmes
+ Produce/review project technical documentation to project schedule
+ Prepare for and successfully deliver key design reviews (PDR/CDR) in accordance with the programme schedule
+ Technical engagement with suppliers, ensuring requirements and design baselines are maintained
+ Reviewing and challenging technical documentation received from Customer and suppliers
+ Support/Lead reviews with the Customer and key suppliers
+ Conduct Technical SE activities to time, cost and quality, prioritising work, resolving issues or escalating as necessary
+ Drive the decision-making processes for exceptional activities or circumstances and deviations
+ Support risk reviews, programme reviews and design reviews
**Benefits:**
We can offer you a range of flexible and hybrid working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits including private health care, career development opportunities and performance bonuses. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team.
**We are looking for:**
+ Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering / technical subject (e.g. electrical engineering or similar)
+ 3-5 years' experience in a systems engineering role
+ Experience of systems requirements management, definition, design, integration, acceptance and analysis
+ Experience of Model based design techniques including tools such as Enterprise Architect
+ Knowledge of requirements management tools (e.g. DOORS or similar)
+ Knowledge of marine electronic equipment and/or the marine environment
+ Familiar with military environmental standards (e.g. DEF STAN 00-35, 59-411)
+ Knowledge and experience of engineering safety related systems (SIL 2 / 3)
+ Knowledge/Experience of V&V activities including IADT, Environmental & EMC qualification with external test houses
+ INCOSE Associate/Chartered Systems Engineering Professional
**Security clearance:**
You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance in line with the job role (SC). Our requirement team is on hand to answer any questions and we will guide you through the process: .
**Why join us?**
+ **Be part of our global team of 100,000 colleagues** - The possibilities for your future career are only limited by your drive. Whether you're looking for a hands-on internship or your next leadership position, we have career opportunities across the world. Northrop Grumman continues to expand and broaden our presence in global markets and strengthen our partnerships with local industry.
+ **A mission to believe in** **-** Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace. From engineering data and intelligence solutions, to developing maritime navigation and control systems and innovating command and control systems for the UK and NATO, what we do together matters.
+ **A place to belong and thrive** **-** Every voice matters at our table meaning you can bring your authentic self to work. From our Employee Resource Groups backed by thousands of employees, to sponsoring Cheltenham Pride and our partnerships with Association For Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers, Forces Transition Group, Mind, and Women in Defence - we are passionate about growing and supporting our inclusive community where everyone can belong.
+ **Your career, your way** - Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity, channel your expertise and nurture your passion. Looking for flexibility? Balance your professional career with your personal life, health and wellbeing benefits, discount schemes, pension benefits and investment in your future development. Speak to our team to find the balance that's right for you.
**Ready to apply?**
**Yes** - Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch.
**Possibly, I'd like to find out more** **about this role** - Reach out to our team for more information and support: .
**No, I don't think this role is right for me** - Our extensive UK growth means we have exciting, new opportunities opening all the time. Speak to our team to discuss your career goals.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.

We're seeking a talented and motivated Systems Engineer to join our growing team and contribute to a diverse range of cutting-edge projects. This role offers the chance to work across the full systems development lifecycle on complex technologies involving advanced sensors, electronics, signal processing firmware, and software.

As a key member of the Systems function, you'll be actively involved in the design, development, implementation, integration, and testing of sophisticated systems and sub-systems. You'll help drive projects from concept through to customer acceptance, ensuring all performance and design requirements are met.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and executing system-level design and development activities
• Generating and reviewing key design documentation and artefacts
• Hands-on system integration and qualification testing
• Contributing to technical meetings and design reviews
• Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance solutions

If you're looking for the opportunity to make a real impact at one of the UK's most agile and innovative engineering firms in the defence sector—we’d love to hear from you.

Principal Control Systems Engineer (PLC AND SCADA) – Security Clearance will be gained if eligible

Salary: Up to £80,000 (DOE) + benefits

Hybrid and compressed working: Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey

Our global client are specialists in their field of military, defence and cyber solutions and their work is critical to the security of the world we live in today.

This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced PLC Control Systems Engineer who will play a critical role in the development of mission critical naval operations systems. The role will suit an experienced systems engineer with Siemens PLCs who has worked on large-scale infrastructure SCADA solutions.

Our client operates as a centre of excellence for systems and software.  They develop and support internationally deployed command and control solutions.

Benefits:

Flexible and hybrid working options

Compressed working schedule

Private health care

Performance bonus.

Your Mission in the Company:

Capture, interpret and develop customer requirements

Produce technical documentation in accordance with company/customer procedures

Specify, design and test solutions for PLC control systems

Manage data communications with third party equipment

Develop PLC software from multiple design formats such as Block Diagrams, Flow Charts or Pseudo Code

Validate software designs through analysis and test

Support the preparation of contract changes and proposals

Essential Requirements:

Eligible for SC Clearance (minimum 5 years’ UK residency).  Single UK citizenship

5+ years in a PLC engineering environment

Design and integration of large-scale PLC Control Systems based on Siemens S7-300/400 (Step 7 Professional Classic).

Experience of Fault Tolerant, High Availability and Safety Integrated PLC Solutions

Experience of Industrial Communication protocols and networking standards such as; Profibus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, ModBus, TCP/IP, UDP and ASCII

Production of technical documentation

SCADA/PLC interfacing and driver configuration

Software development lifecycles, processes and procedures

Understanding of testing and commissioning

Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic engineering or a related discipline

Experience within Defence, Maritime (Ship’s machinery and control systems), Aerospace, or a similarly regulated industrial sector (e.g. Oil Gas, Pharma or PetroChem)

We're seeking a talented and motivated Systems Engineer to join our growing team and contribute to a diverse range of cutting-edge projects. This role offers the chance to work across the full systems development lifecycle on complex technologies involving advanced sensors, electronics, signal processing firmware, and software.

As a key member of the Systems function, you'll be actively involved in the design, development, implementation, integration, and testing of sophisticated systems and sub-systems. You'll help drive projects from concept through to customer acceptance, ensuring all performance and design requirements are met.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and executing system-level design and development activities
• Generating and reviewing key design documentation and artefacts
• Hands-on system integration and qualification testing
• Contributing to technical meetings and design reviews
• Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance solutions

If you're looking for the opportunity to make a real impact at one of the UK's most agile and innovative engineering firms in the defence sector—we’d love to hear from you.