Systems Engineer

Company: Leidos
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Location: Farnborough
Job Description:

Overview

As a Systems Engineer at Leidos, you will lead sub-system design and integrate hardware, software and networks for UK government-defence programs. You will work with customers and suppliers to shape the full lifecycle systems engineering activities, with a focus on low-level design and interface definitions. You’ll apply rigorous feasibility studies and risk assessments to drive robust, compliant designs. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, integrated solutions that meet mission needs and standards.

Pay / Benefits

  • Contributory Pension Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 33 days Annual Leave
  • Flexible benefits
  • Flexi-Time
  • Cycle to work scheme

Responsibilities

  • Lead sub-system design to meet requirements
  • Gather and refine system requirements with stakeholders
  • Define and design interfaces
  • Create detailed design documentation and interfaces
  • Perform feasibility studies and risk assessments
  • Coordinate integration of hardware, software, and networks
  • Support validation and verification of designs
  • Identify design improvements and drive best practices
  • Assist with project planning and estimation
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations and QA processes

Key requirements

  • Proven experience in system design in a relevant industry
  • Strong understanding of systems engineering methodologies and lifecycle
  • Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in cross-functional teams
  • Collaboration
  • Clear communication
  • Multitasking
  • Agile methodologies
  • ArchiMate
  • TOGAF

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Posted: October 1st, 2026