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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Engineer - **Company:** Thales Group - **Location:** Cheadle, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Configuration Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Test Execution Engine, DOORS (Software) - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.gradsouthwest.com/jobs/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2854472545-2 ## About the Role The Senior Systems Engineer typically works with a team of engineers to define what will be designed, how it will perform and how it will be determined that it is working correctly., + Able to use a range of IT tools (e.g. MS Office, MS Visio, etc). + Has a sound ability to use system engineering tools. (e.g. DOORS, System Architect, JIRA) + Has a working knowledge of configuration control. + Can manage a project through a defined process and is able to tailor CHORUS2 to project needs. + Can define metrics as part of Quality assurance & control. + Working knowledge of project plans. + Has a working knowledge of Engineering Safety Management Experience: + The Systems Engineers are the technical focal point for the System Engineering process and must resolve all issues, problems, questions and conflicts in the entire system. This requires frequent handling of new and unusual issues therefore a proven record of working in a Systems Engineering environment is required. + The post holder should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels in the spoken and written word. A good outward appearance, self-motivation and the ability to work under pressure are vital. + The success of the Systems Engineering job family relies on the interaction of its engineers at all levels, therefore evidence of team working is required., + HNC/HND/Engineering Degree or equivalent Essential: + Have attained, or working towards an appropriate professional status or equivalent ## Description + Converts requirements into conceptual designs and prepares associated documentation by performing operational analyses, simulations and technical trade-off studies evaluating alternative design configurations and functional features. + Good understanding of the development lifecycle and lifecycle products. + Interfacing with the client, to gain approval of test specifications and to host acceptance testing activities. + Help develop and execute Test Specifications including: + Support the development of test specifications, working from system requirements. + Execute test specifications (according to test plan and project schedule) + Record and/or authorise results of test execution + Raise/investigate/verify defects + Able to create and/or authorise outline designs from requirements using a variety of design toolsets + Similarly creates new concepts or modifies existing concepts to fulfil requirements where necessary + Prepares system & subsystem requirement specifications, interface requirements and test requirement documents by analysing, decomposing modelling and refining customer requirements. + Prepares system operational plans and reports that explain how the equipment being developed meets requirements. Operational design limits are evaluated and defined; performance analyses and simulations are developed & performed to support the above. + Performs technical/engineering tasks to define system design and subsystem requirements details. + Analysis and simulations are performed as necessary to identify design feasibility & driving requirements. + Proposes work package estimates and descriptions based on knowledge of the work and project requirements, ensuring that compliant solutions at optimum cost are identified. + Develop, implement and maintain tools relevant to the Systems Engineering function. Manage the assessment of relevant tools. + Defines or proposes updates of processes and standards covering the work and its products based on knowledge of systems engineering. + Keep abreast of technical development in relevant domain (e.g. sonar systems) both within and outside of the company. + Manage the production of quality metrics to measure the soundness of the System Engineering processes under your control., + Develop people - Be prepared to share your ideas and experience with the wider Thales engineering community. + Focus on customers - Be driven to deliver quality solutions to clients. + Safety - Totally embrace the Thales safety culture to provide a safe and healthy working environment for all. + Ethics - Thales employees must be exemplary in their ethical conduct and social responsibility. + Job holders will be expected to perform in line with the Thales Code of Practice, Policies and Procedures., Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. 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