- Company Name
- SPHEREA
- Job Title
- Systems Engineer
- Job Description
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Job title: Systems Engineer
Role Summary: Design, develop, test, and support bespoke electrical/electronic hardware for defence, aerospace, and space test systems. Own the product lifecycle from concept to production and in‑service support, collaborating with customers and cross‑functional teams.
Expectations: Deliver high‑reliability hardware solutions that meet technical, safety, and schedule requirements. Maintain documentation, provide technical pre‑sales support, and mentor junior staff. Demonstrate independent problem‑solving and proactive project management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define system concepts, architecture, and interfaces for bespoke test systems.
- Capture high‑level and detailed requirements, produce system design specifications.
- Design analogue/digital electronic hardware, select COTS components, and specify high‑speed technologies.
- Build prototypes, integrate and commission hardware, and scale to production.
- Develop verification strategies, create test plans, execute validation, and perform diagnostics with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and automated test platforms.
- Participate in pre‑sales activities (demonstrations, bid preparation) and support production/in‑service transitions.
- Contribute to project management, technical documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Skills:
- Minimum 8 years of hardware or systems engineering experience.
- Proficiency in analogue/digital electronic design, high‑speed signal integrity, and COTS integration.
- Knowledge of V‑model, EVM, and full engineering lifecycle practices.
- Strong communication, documentation, and independent/ collaborative work skills.
- Ability to manage technical projects and deliver within scope and schedule.
- Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., A429, RS232/422/485, CAN, Ethernet, AFDX, I2C, SPI) and automated test equipment is a plus.
- Software coding knowledge and understanding of control systems, power electronics, electromechanics, or RF is desirable.
- Eligibility for SC security clearance is an advantage.
Required Education & Certifications:
- Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (or equivalent).
- Certifications in project management, V‑model/EVM, or relevant industry standards are preferred.
Christchurch, United kingdom
Hybrid
Senior
02-10-2025