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Job Description:
Your impact
Are you a Systems Engineer who loves contributing to the UKs Defence Industry and making impactful change? We are recruiting for a Systems Engineer to investigate different approaches for the design of airborne mesh networks. Including, analysing the results of simulations and propose how to improve the design and assisting efforts to create standardisation proposals.
Our Systems Engineers span across range of activities that help pull together all the necessary engineering and technology strands into a high-performance system. As a Systems Engineer, you will bridge the gap between the theoretically possible and the practically implementable.
Typical work you might be involved in:
What you’ll bring
Proven experience as a Systems Engineer within a working environment or advanced academic research experience is a must. Ideally, you will have a science-based Honours degree or equivalent experience.
Required
Related Engineering, Computer Science or similar.
Knowledge of system engineering principles and model-based systems engineering
Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including network protocols and there use cases.
Experience within wireless communication.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate ideas to varied audiences.
The ability to design meaningful experiments and interpret the results.
Matlab Experience
Optional
Knowledge of Algorithm Design
Knowledge of MANETs and particularly within the sub-domain of FANETs
Software engineering techniques
Experience of Python or C++ programming.
Simulink Experience
This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.
Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting
Why join us
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.
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Primary Location:
GB - SouthamptonContract Type:
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