Senior Systems Engineer
- Recruiter
- Confidential
- Location
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North Lanarkshire
North LanarkshireUnited Kingdom
- Salary
- 34.14 - 43.21 GBP Hourly + PAYE/Umbrella Rate
- Posted
- 27 Apr 2021
- Closes
- 25 May 2021
- Job Title
- IT Director
- Category
- Public Sector
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
A Senior Systems Engineer is required to work on a six month contract, with the possibility of extension for our Defence client based in Glasgow although working at home during Covid.
This is a contract within the Naval Industry.
Overview of the Senior Systems Engineer contract role
Key skills required for the Senior Systems Engineer
Purpose of Role:
To undertake a defined range of Systems Engineering activities within one of the 4–6 systems engineering domains
Functional Safety
Requirements and Acceptance
Systems Architecture
Modelling and Simulation
Configuration and Data Management
Lifecycle ManagementKnowledge of:
Business or Mission Analysis
Stakeholder needs and requirements
System requirements definition
Architecture definition
System Analysis
Integration, Verification and ValidationTasks and Activities:
Carry out Functional Modelling and Analysis on complex Marine Systems.
Carry out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability.
Prepare specifications, develop systems or systems of systems that enhance or improve overall engineering performance.
Carry out investigations into operational problems or developments and develop and prepare solutions.
Act as the main point of contact with customers and/or suppliers in assigned areas on engineering matters, to resolve relatively complex problems and issues and to maintain awareness in both parties of priorities and objectives.
Provide help and direction to less experienced team members to support both their effective working and their development.
Manage assigned budgets and lead, develop and motivate assigned employees to ensure they are aware of and capable of delivering their accountabilities.
Make engineering decisions within own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority.Experiential requirements
Typically degree qualified, likely to be in engineering or other related discipline.
Experience in Functional Modelling
Experience in Fault Tree Analysis
Meet the requirements for registration as Incorporated Engineer with the Engineering Council and preferably be a member of a relevant Professional Body.
5 Years' experience in engineering or a defence related industry.
Good working experiences in more than one phase of the LCM, with sufficient experience of the total LCM to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issues.
Experience of liaising with external stakeholders.
Possesses in–depth knowledge of most aspects within current discipline.
Ability to coach, mentor & assist others in systems engineering Tasks.
Good people management skills and experienced in a multi–disciplined engineering environment.The role is based in Glasgow – Commutable from Kilmarnock, Paisley, Greenock, Stirling and Falkirk with excellent access from Edinburgh
Working at home during Covid
If you are a Systems Engineer looking for a new contract either apply online or if would like to find out about other opportunities please contact Paul Scott on or phone (phone number removed)
Do you know anyone who might be looking for a new role? You could benefit from our candidate referral scheme. Contact me on the above contact details for more information.
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We're one of the largest independent staffing companies in the UK, focussed on Technology, Change and Engineering talent. For over 30 years we have been taking care of everything for jobseekers and clients alike. We pride ourselves on listening to your needs and working closely with you to find the right role or hire for you.
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This is a contract within the Naval Industry.
Overview of the Senior Systems Engineer contract role
Key skills required for the Senior Systems Engineer
Purpose of Role:
To undertake a defined range of Systems Engineering activities within one of the 4–6 systems engineering domains
Functional Safety
Requirements and Acceptance
Systems Architecture
Modelling and Simulation
Configuration and Data Management
Lifecycle ManagementKnowledge of:
Business or Mission Analysis
Stakeholder needs and requirements
System requirements definition
Architecture definition
System Analysis
Integration, Verification and ValidationTasks and Activities:
Carry out Functional Modelling and Analysis on complex Marine Systems.
Carry out relatively complex technical analyses and investigations, including evaluation and selection of technical options, and prepare reports with suggested recommendations to support the resolution of problems and the improvement of engineering capability.
Prepare specifications, develop systems or systems of systems that enhance or improve overall engineering performance.
Carry out investigations into operational problems or developments and develop and prepare solutions.
Act as the main point of contact with customers and/or suppliers in assigned areas on engineering matters, to resolve relatively complex problems and issues and to maintain awareness in both parties of priorities and objectives.
Provide help and direction to less experienced team members to support both their effective working and their development.
Manage assigned budgets and lead, develop and motivate assigned employees to ensure they are aware of and capable of delivering their accountabilities.
Make engineering decisions within own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority.Experiential requirements
Typically degree qualified, likely to be in engineering or other related discipline.
Experience in Functional Modelling
Experience in Fault Tree Analysis
Meet the requirements for registration as Incorporated Engineer with the Engineering Council and preferably be a member of a relevant Professional Body.
5 Years' experience in engineering or a defence related industry.
Good working experiences in more than one phase of the LCM, with sufficient experience of the total LCM to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issues.
Experience of liaising with external stakeholders.
Possesses in–depth knowledge of most aspects within current discipline.
Ability to coach, mentor & assist others in systems engineering Tasks.
Good people management skills and experienced in a multi–disciplined engineering environment.The role is based in Glasgow – Commutable from Kilmarnock, Paisley, Greenock, Stirling and Falkirk with excellent access from Edinburgh
Working at home during Covid
If you are a Systems Engineer looking for a new contract either apply online or if would like to find out about other opportunities please contact Paul Scott on or phone (phone number removed)
Do you know anyone who might be looking for a new role? You could benefit from our candidate referral scheme. Contact me on the above contact details for more information.
Outsource UK – Curating Specialist Talent
We're one of the largest independent staffing companies in the UK, focussed on Technology, Change and Engineering talent. For over 30 years we have been taking care of everything for jobseekers and clients alike. We pride ourselves on listening to your needs and working closely with you to find the right role or hire for you.
Outsource – taking care of everything