> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2328626-senior-systems-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2328626-senior-systems-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Architect - **Company:** AECOM - **Location:** UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Systems Modeling Language - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/senior-systems-architect/aecom-job107845318 ## About the Role Ready to push the limits of what's possible? Here's what we're looking for: * Experience in Model Based systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML. * Experience and a full understanding of Systems Engineering, the V-model and associated processes/lifecycles. * Degree qualified in STEM or a similar subject, or demonstratable engineering experience supported by appropriate qualifications. * Chartered Engineer, or on the path to Chartered status with an appropriate institute. * Currently SC cleared or able to meet SC requirements. * Experience in highly regulated industries such as Defence, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceutical, Nuclear. * Experience in writing and formally reviewing high quality technical documentation. * Knowledge of Systems Engineering practices, methodologies, processes, techniques, and technology trends e.g. SEBoK, INCOSE practices, NASA System Engineering, DOORS. Preferred Additional Qualifications / Skills * Team management and Leadership. * Project management skills. * Criticality awareness. * Radiation awareness. * HAZOP knowledge. * Nuclear site operations. * Nuclear decommissioning. * Nuclear new build. * Nuclear safety cases. You will also be self-motivated with an ability to work both autonomously where required, with a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a dynamic deadline driven team environment. ## Description Our Warrington office supports and provides an array of consultancy services to various diverse clients including: * Defence sector providing multi-disciplinary new build support to various clients. * MoD supporting the Nuclear CASD providing new facilities around the UK * Defence Infrastructure Organisation * Nuclear new build sector where we are providing engineering support to the developers of the UK's fleet of new nuclear power stations * Decommissioning Sector, which requires considerable new build to enable decommissioning, where AECOM provides support to the entire Nuclear Estate. * Joint ventures overseas, providing engineering expertise from cradle to grave. Here's what you'll do: * Identification of all Systems, Sub-systems and Components (SSCs) and definition of interfaces and relationships between them. * Facilitate optimisation of System performance through Requirements analysis and design. * Identification and mitigation of risk through modelling System behaviour. * Interface with client technical and non-technical teams, remotely and directly on-site. * Authoring and reviewing technical documentation and processes. * Apply Systems Engineering best practices and approaches to grow the Systems Engineering capability within the engineering team. 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