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# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** YT Technologies
- **Location:** Hereford, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Software Debugging, Linux, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Python (Programming Language), Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Strategies of Testing, DOORS (Software), Bitbucket, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** July 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/systems-engineer/yt-technologies-job107686614

## About the Role

On behalf of this company, we are seeking a flexible, enthusiastic, and highly experienced Systems Engineer to join their dynamic R&D team. This is a hands-on design and technical leadership role where you will take complete ownership of system designs, guiding products from initial concept through to manufacture and through-life support., * Lifecycle Methodologies: Strong experience across the full engineering lifecycle, utilizing formal frameworks such as the V-model and Agile development.

 * Technical Debugging: Proven ability to test and debug complex systems across hardware, software, and FPGA firmware domains.
 * Documentation: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of authoring requirements, design specs, and test plans.
 * Engineering Tools: Experience managing Configuration Items and BoMs using Aras Innovator (or equivalent PLM) , alongside tools like IBM DOORS, Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket.

Desirable (but not essential) Skills:

 * A background in electronics or RF design, radio systems, and the use of RF test equipment.
 * Previous domain experience in EW/ECM, C-UAS, or similar defence-sector radio products.
 * Automated Test Equipment (ATE) software development experience (e.g., Python) and working knowledge of Linux.
 * Experience defining and executing formal qualification testing (EMC, environmental, safety) in line with standards like Def Stan, MIL-STD, or ISO.

## Description

As a Systems Engineer, your blend of hands-on technical skill and engineering management will see you:

 * System Design & Integration: Participate in the full development, integration, verification, and validation of advanced engineering projects.
 * Requirements & Specifications: Produce comprehensive requirement specifications in line with customer and product goals.
 * Testing & Diagnostics: Formulate and execute test strategies, plans, and procedures; evaluate prototypes and handle fault-finding and resolution.
 * Cross-Functional Leadership: Provide technical oversight and collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary internal team (Software, RF, PCB Layout, Mechanical) and external partners.
 * Mentorship: Act as a technical mentor to less experienced engineers as the team continues to grow.
 * Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with suppliers, manage in-house/external production, and engage with clients to elicit requirements and provide technical support.


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