EO/LO (Seeker) Systems Engineer

Job Description:

Leonardo have a new and exciting opportunity for an Electro-Optical, Radar Low Observability (EO/LO) Seeker Systems Engineer (expert in Electromagnetics).

We are a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security, this vacancy presents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop and grow their skills and knowledge within a thriving organisation.

The salary range for this role is £47,000 to £68,000 per year.

About the Role

We are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer with an Electromagnetics background and experience in the domain of Low observability to work on Electro-Optical and multi-mode Sensor systems within the Precision Guidance sector. Here, Leonardo is working at the forefront of EO/LO technology within major equipment programmes and large-scale research and development.

Typical responsibilities may include one or more of the following:

• Take ownership for the progression of technology maturation, modelling and simulation, prototype build and test activities
• Performing, analysing, and communicating signature predictions
• Engagement in the research, design, computational electromagnetic modelling of advanced electromagnetic metamaterials
• Performing, post-processing, and communicating results of laboratory and trial signature measurements
• Present results and designs through both written reports and oral presentations
• Providing technical assistance and guidance to others, whilst promoting a culture of sharing best practice and process improvement

We seek to identify a candidate with expertise or the ability to learn more about the following disciplines and apply this to our ongoing product developments;

• Signature reduction and low observable (LO) techniques as applied to Electro-Optical sensors and seekers
• Radar Cross Section (RCS) analysis and techniques for reduction for EO apertures
• RCS Trials planning and support

About You

You will be degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline and working knowledge of;

• Experience in radar cross section reduction (RCSR), & radio-frequency (RF) antenna design
• Knowledge of Electro-optics
• Knowledge of RADAR, RF materials, RF material measurements
• Expertise in LO modelling & predictions: Computational electromagnetics (CEM), CST Microwave Studio, FEKO or similar
• Awareness of Systems Engineering across the whole lifecycle

Knowledge / skills in at least one of the following areas of Electromagnetics:

• Low Observables (LO),
• Stealth Technology,
• Electromagnetic Capability (EMC),
• Electromagnetic Interference (EMI),
• Radiofrequency (RF),
• Antenna design/modelling,
• Computational Electromagnetic Modelling (CEM)

Security Clearance, all successful applicants must be eligible for full security clearance and access to UK-caveated and ITAR controlled information. For more information and guidance, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

What we Offer

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity)
• Lifestyle:  Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below 

For a full list of our company benefits, please visit our website here.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

Primary Location:

GB - Basildon

Additional Locations:

GB - Southampton

Contract Type:

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid