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Contract Systems Engineer - Defence/SATCOM + Long term project + Hybrid working model in Hampshire + SC Cleared position + 55 to 70 per hour dependant on experience Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid) Contract: Inside IR35 We're looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to support the delivery of advanced military satellite communications (SATCOM) systems for a leading defence programme. Working across the full systems engineering lifecycle, you'll collaborate with software, IT and engineering teams to define, design, integrate and validate complex communications solutions supporting land, sea and air operations. Key Experience Systems Engineering across the full lifecycle Requirements capture and management Systems architecture and design Integration, Verification & Validation (IV&V) Stakeholder management Complex IT, networking or communications systems Defence or military environments desirable SATCOM experience highly advantageous Essential Degree-qualified engineer or equivalent experience Eligible for UK Security Clearance If you're a Systems Engineer with a background in defence, secure communications, networking or complex IT systems, we'd like to hear from you.

Contract Systems Engineer - Defence/SATCOM + Long term project + Hybrid working model in Hampshire + SC Cleared position + £55 to £70 per hour Dependent on experience Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid) Contract: Inside IR35 We're looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to support the delivery of advanced military satellite communications (SATCOM) systems for a leading defence programme. Working across the full systems engineering life cycle, you'll collaborate with software, IT and engineering teams to define, design, integrate and validate complex communications solutions supporting land, sea and air operations. Key Experience Systems Engineering across the full life cycle Requirements capture and management Systems architecture and design Integration, Verification & Validation (IV&V) Stakeholder management Complex IT, networking or communications systems Defence or military environments desirable SATCOM experience highly advantageous Essential Degree-qualified engineer or equivalent experience Eligible for UK Security Clearance If you're a Systems Engineer with a background in defence, secure communications, networking or complex IT systems, we'd like to hear from you.

MERITUS are recruiting for a Systems Engineer specialising in EMC and TEMPEST compliant installation design to join a leading aerospace and defence organisation supporting highly secure satellite communications and ground systems programmes. This role will require security clearance due to the nature of the work. SYSTEMS ENGINEER (EMC / TEMPEST) - PERMANENT - PORTSMOUTH - COMPETITIVE SALARY + BENEFITS - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: DEFENCE / SPACE / SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS MERITUS are recruiting for a Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, verification, and deployment of secure ground-based communications and control systems. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will play a key role in developing EMC and TEMPEST compliant installation solutions across complex defence and satellite communications programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically advanced environment delivering critical infrastructure and communications capability to defence customers. The position offers exposure across the full systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements capture and architecture development through to testing, installation, acceptance, and operational support. Key Responsibilities Support the development of EMC and TEMPEST compliant equipment installation designs for secure communications systems. Capture and analyse customer and stakeholder requirements throughout the project lifecycle. Define system architectures and installation solutions while ensuring compliance with applicable standards and constraints. Produce EMC and TEMPEST test plans, procedures, and supporting compliance documentation. Coordinate with specialist test facilities and external stakeholders to define verification and certification activities. Conduct systems engineering analysis, modelling, and trade studies to support design decisions. Define and manage interface requirements across complex system architectures. Support integration, verification, validation, and acceptance activities. Assess the impact of design changes throughout the product lifecycle. Contribute to operational deployment, transition into service, and ongoing system support activities. Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with security, export control, and regulatory requirements. About You Essential Skills & Experience Practical experience designing or installing electrical and electronic equipment within complex engineering environments. Strong understanding of electrical interference mechanisms and mitigation techniques. Experience with rack-mounted equipment installations and compliant cabling practices. Knowledge of EMC principles and system-level compliance requirements. Experience generating installation verification or test plans. Understanding of systems engineering processes across the full lifecycle. Experience supporting integration, verification, validation, and operational acceptance activities. Ability to work within highly regulated and security-conscious environments. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Skills & Experience Knowledge of TEMPEST standards, testing methodologies, and compliance requirements. Experience working with EMC test specifications, procedures, and certification activities. Military communications, defence infrastructure, or secure communications experience. Knowledge of military ground installation standards and practices. Previous involvement in satellite communications or secure network infrastructure programmes. Degree qualified in an engineering discipline. Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration. Experience supporting safety-critical or mission-critical systems.

MERITUS are recruiting for a Systems Engineer in Nuclear Hardening to join a defence client of ours based in Portsmouth on an initial 6 month contract. SYSTEMS ENGINEER - NUCLEAR HARDENING - INSIDE IR35 - 80 PER HOUR - PORTSMOUTH, ONSITE - SC CLEARED (REQUIRED ON APPLICATION) - 6 MONTHS + LIKELY EXTENSION - SECTOR: DEFENCE MERITUS are recruiting for a Nuclear Hardening Systems Engineer to support a leading defence and communications programme focused on secure military ground infrastructure. This role will focus on the design, analysis, verification, and certification of ground-based communications and control system installations operating within highly regulated defence environments. You will work across the full system lifecycle, developing installation solutions that meet demanding operational, environmental, and compliance requirements. The position would suit candidates with experience in defence systems, electrical installation design, communications infrastructure, EMC/EMI engineering, systems integration, or military ground systems. Key Responsibilities Develop compliant installation designs for critical communications and control systems. Capture and analyse customer and stakeholder requirements. Define system architectures and installation solutions. Produce technical documentation, analysis reports, and compliance evidence. Develop verification, validation, and acceptance test plans. Assess installation environments and identify appropriate mitigation strategies. Conduct engineering trade studies and impact assessments. Manage system interfaces and integration activities. Support equipment selection, installation, testing, and customer acceptance. Liaise with customers, suppliers, and specialist test facilities to ensure technical compliance. Support engineering activities throughout the system lifecycle, from concept through to operational deployment. Essential Skills & Experience Experience designing or supporting electrical equipment installations within defence, aerospace, communications, or critical infrastructure environments. Knowledge of electrical systems, equipment racks, power distribution, cabling, grounding, and installation standards. Understanding of electromagnetic interference (EMI), electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and mitigation techniques. Experience producing engineering documentation, test plans, and verification evidence. Systems engineering experience across requirements, design, integration, verification, and validation activities. Strong stakeholder management and technical communication skills. Desirable Skills & Experience Knowledge of Nuclear Hardening (NH), EMP protection, or resilient infrastructure standards. Experience within military communications, satellite communications, or secure network environments. Familiarity with military ground installations and associated engineering standards. Experience engaging with test houses, certification authorities, or defence customers. Security-cleared defence project experience. Qualifications Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Communications Engineering, or a related discipline. Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration is desirable.

Principal Systems Engineer - PYRAMID The role As a Principal Systems Engineer at Synoptix you will be helping guide the scope and direction of the engineering projects you are working on. The initial project is a military aviation program focused on driving industry adoption and compliance with a modular open systems reference architecture for defence avionics and mission systems. This involves talking to the external stakeholders at a high level within the customer organization and feeding back to the business within engineering management meetings etc. Internally to Synoptix you are seen as a technical authority and mentor to the early career engineers within Synoptix and have the ability to shape their future by passing on knowledge and experience as well as guiding them on customer project delivery. Day to day tasking can include: Delivering technical consultant expertise on a variety of customer projects from air to sub-surface Supporting Systems Engineering activity across the design lifecycle Development of proposals and statements of work Engaging with customer representative to identify opportunities, and seeing them through to delivery Attending Synoptix internal management strategy meetings Guiding junior engineers in project delivery, where needed Essential Skills: Requirements Capture, Management and Analysis Systems Integration Verification and Validation Successful delivery of SE documentation Knowledge of supporting toolsets (e.g. DOORs, JAMA, JIRA, Enterprise Architect, Cameo Systems Modeller, Rhapsody, MATLAB, Simulink) Desirable Skills: PYRAMID / Modular Open Systems Architecture Experience in developing avionics and mission systems A technical understating of modular open standards principles Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Benefits: Annual Company Bonus Based on company performance 25 Days holiday not including bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days Flexible hybrid working arrangements Continuous professional development including incentives Access to online Udemy training facility to support grade specific learning pathways Electric car scheme Bike to work scheme Private health care About Us: Synoptix was formed in 2011 to provide engineering solutions across various technical industries. We have evolved from a company established and focussed on Systems Thinking principles into an Engineering company providing solutions and services across three key capabilities: Systems, Cyber & InfoSec and Technology. What makes us stand out is how we engage in the crossover areas between these disciplines, combining our strengths to provide a truly bespoke, market leading approach. Our engineering competence is bolstered by expertise in commercial, legal, financial and resource, thereby ensuring that we uphold excellence in our product and service offerings. Please note that due to the nature of our projects we can only accept Sole UK National candidates who will need to be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. By applying to this position, you are confirming that you consent to the retention of your personal data. Your data is held securely on our own premises and under the terms of the Data Protection Act (2018). It will be treated as confidential, and will not be transferred to any third party, or to any other jurisdiction without your consent. We will not hold any data for any longer than is necessary for us to fulfil our obligations and will remove any data at your written request.