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# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Pace
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Systems Development Life Cycle, Rapid Prototyping Process, Systems Architecture
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2847400482-systems-engineer

## About the Role

* Strong capability in one or more relevant systems engineering skill areas:
 + System architecture definition and ownership
 + Requirements capture and management
 + Operational analysis
 + Application of systems engineering principles, including MBSE
 + Safety and certification in aerospace & defence
 + Test, validation and verification
 + Trials and demonstrations support
 * Ability to apply structured engineering thinking and communicate technical trade-offs clearly
 * Familiarity with systems engineering lifecycle delivery, with the breadth to contribute beyond a single specialism where required
 * Degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent practical experience, * Experience in fast-paced R&D or startup environments, with rapid prototype iteration times
 * Defence or aerospace industry experience

## Description

* Defines, develops, and maintains system architectures, interfaces, and functional allocations for new and evolving products
 * Capture, analyse and manage requirements, ensuring traceability from user need through to design, verification and acceptance evidence
 * Perform operational and performance analysis to quantify system behaviour, assess trade-offs, and support the development of new capabilities
 * Apply systems engineering processes and methods across the lifecycle, including model-based approaches where appropriate
 * Support or lead safety, certification, verification, and validation activities
 * Work closely with software, hardware, mechanical, RF, test, and programme teams to ensure coherent system development and integration
 * Contribute to trials, demonstrations, and technical reviews, with responsibilities shaped by the individual role focus and programme needs


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