Systems Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the development of complex aerospace and defence systems from concept to delivery. This opportunity spans multidisciplinary engineering activities, and we are seeking applicants who can bring one or more key systems engineering skill sets.

Responsibilities

Defines, develops, and maintains system architectures, interfaces, and functional allocations for new and evolving products Capture, analyse and manage requirements, ensuring traceability from user need through to design, verification and acceptance evidence Perform operational and performance analysis to quantify system behaviour, assess trade-offs, and support the development of new capabilities Apply systems engineering processes and methods across the lifecycle, including model-based approaches where appropriate Support or lead safety, certification, verification, and validation activities Work closely with software, hardware, mechanical, RF, test, and programme teams to ensure coherent system development and integration Contribute to trials, demonstrations, and technical reviews, with responsibilities shaped by the individual role focus and programme needs Requirements Strong capability in one or more relevant systems engineering skill areas: System architecture definition and ownership Requirements capture and management Operational analysis Application of systems engineering principles, including MBSE Safety and certification in aerospace & defence Test, validation and verification Trials and demonstrations support Ability to apply structured engineering thinking and communicate technical trade-offs clearly Familiarity with systems engineering lifecycle delivery, with the breadth to contribute beyond a single specialism where required Degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent practical experience Preferred Qualifications/Experience Experience in fast-paced R&D or startup environments, with rapid prototype iteration times Defence or aerospace industry experience What We Offer Competitive compensation and stock options Private Medical & Dental Cycle to work scheme Lunchtime catering on site About Us The mission of Cambridge Aerospace is to eliminate the risk of existential war in Europe.

That risk comes from the air – low-cost drones and cruise missiles now manufactured in colossal volumes by our adversaries, ballistic missiles capable of ending the world as we know it, and a new generation of hypersonic weapons that evade every existing defence. We’re building low-cost interceptors that defeat these threats, and the surveillance systems to detect and target them – at a cost taxpayers can afford, at the pace the threat demands, and with sovereign supply chains that assure delivery.

We have immense backing from the world’s best venture funds. We’re one of the fastest growing defence technology companies in history. And we’re hiring the best engineers to prosecute the mission. If you are in the top 1%, willing to work harder than you ever have, build technology better than anyone else, and contribute to the defining challenge of our time, now is the time to join us.

Our Commitment to Inclusion We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace . If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply .