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Systems Engineer (Senior to Principal level)
Reference: BHN580659
Job details
- Start date: ASAP
- Employment type: Permanent
- Date published: 14 July 2025
Job description
Matchtech is partnered with an award-winning maritime technology organisation, recognised for its excellence in industrial security practices and numerous accolades in the field!
This is an opportunity to grow your career as a Maritime Systems Engineer working on cutting-edge defence systems for the Royal Navy and international allies.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Project Engineering Lead (and functional Line Manager), you'll collaborate closely with the Systems Design Authority within a multidisciplinary team. You'll work across Technology Readiness Levels, support ongoing product development, contribute to design reviews, and engage in customer meetings.
We're looking for someone with:
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A solid understanding of complex system design
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Experience across the full engineering lifecycle (design to qualification)
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Knowledge of systems design principles spanning electronics, mechanical, and software
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Strong trade-off analysis skills
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Confidence working across disciplines and engaging with stakeholders
Additional Info:
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Hybrid working with flexibility, typically 2-3 days onsite per week
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Occasional UK and international travel
What's in it for you:
- Optional 9-day fortnight + Casual dress code
- Annual bonus + Flexible working hours + Time off in lieu (TOIL)
- Hybrid working (role-dependent) + Life cover (4x annual salary)
- 25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown
- Holiday purchase/sale options + Discounts at 200+ online stores (Reward Hub)
- Private healthcare, dental, and critical illness cover (via salary sacrifice)
What's my next step?
We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every point on the specification! Please reach out with any questions.

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