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# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** RC Fornax
- **Location:** New Malden, UK
- **Salary:** £50,000.0 - £70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Modeling Language, Systems Architecture, Modeling and Simulation
- **Published:** August 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225509398/systems-engineer

## About the Role

* Systems Engineering Expertise Solid foundation in systems engineering principles including requirements analysis, trade-off studies and system architecture, ideally applied within maritime or closely related regulated environments.

 * Communication & Stakeholder Engagement Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

 * Problem Solving & Initiative Proactive approach to identifying and solving technical challenges independently and collaboratively.

 * Attention to Detail Commitment to producing high-quality, traceable, and auditable engineering outputs.

Desirable Experience

 * Experience in maritime engineering, naval platforms, ship systems, underwater systems, or related defence environments, with awareness of aerospace, nuclear or other regulated industries

 * Familiarity with MBSE tools (e.g. SysML, Enterprise Architect)

 * Exposure to consultancy or small business environments

 * Understanding of software engineering or integration with hardware systems

 * Knowledge of, or interest in, emerging technologies such as autonomy, digital engineering, artificial intelligence, advanced simulation, sensing technologies or novel maritime systems

 * Working towards professional registration (e.g. CSEP, CEng), Security Notice: Due to the nature of our work, successful candidates must be Sole British Nationals and will be required to undergo UK Government security vetting.

## Description

* Deliver Systems Engineering Projects Lead and contribute to the technical delivery of multidisciplinary systems engineering projects, with a particular focus on maritime platforms, systems and domains, while maintaining awareness of defence, aerospace, nuclear and other regulated sectors.

 * Develop Internal Capability Shape and refine engineering processes, tools, and best practices to enhance RC Fornax's systems engineering capability.

 * Collaborate Across Functions Work closely with project managers, software engineers, and business development teams to ensure integrated delivery.

 * Support Business Growth Engage in proposal development, client interaction, and knowledge sharing to support strategic growth and professional development.


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