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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** Usthe National Physical Laboratory (npl) - **Location:** Teddington, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Online Banking, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Data Analytics - **Published:** September 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/systems-engineer/48745317 ## About the Role Job DescriptionOur world-leading Time & Frequency department is seeking a experienced Systems Engineer with proven expertise in application of Systems Engineering principles and systems development approaches .This is an exceptional opportunity to join the global authority in precision timing at a defining moment for UK digital infrastructure.Backed by a government investment of £180 million in the National Timing Centre (NTC) programme, we are developing a world-first resilient time distribution capability that will provide industry with a robust complement to satellite systems (such as GPS) - which are increasingly vulnerable to disruption from solar storms, jamming and spoofing. This will underpin essential services, includingTelecommunications,Online banking,Emergency response,Transport networks, andWider digital and data-driven operations.Together, these services form the backbone of modern society - and your leadership will help ensure they remain secure, reliable and robust, Engineering (e.g. Systems, Mechanical, Optical, Electronics, Software) or a closely-related discipline (e.g. Physics), A collaborative, proactive approach and confidence working in the presence of technical ambiguityEssential technical skills:Application of Systems Engineering principles to the design and development of complex or multidisciplinary systemsExperience with early lifecycle systems engineering activities, including requirements definition, system architecture, modelling, or functional decompositionExperience working on complex technical systems (e.g. instrumentation, research facilities, or bespoke engineered systems)Familiarity with systems development approaches (e.g. V-model, iterative, or agile)Ability to produce clear and structured technical artefacts (e.g. requirements, architectures, models)Desirable, Time and frequency measurement, time scales or precision metrologyReal-time monitoring and control of electronic or optical hardwareSatellite communications, optical fibre ## Description even if global navigation satellite systems fail.Key responsibilities:Supporting early lifecycle systems engineering activities , including concept definition, functional decomposition, and requirements developmentDefining system and subsystem architectures , including boundaries, interfaces, and packaging in collaboration with multidisciplinary teamsModelling and analysing system behaviour , interfaces, and performance to inform design decisions and reduce technical riskIdentifying, assessing, and communicating technical risks , assumptions, and trade-offs clearly and proportionatelyProducing clear, structured systems engineering artefacts (requirements, architectures, models) in line with internal processes, to time, cost, and qualityEnsuring traceability from user needs through to system requirements and design decisions across the product lifecycleAbout YouTo be successful in this role, you will have the following skills, experience, and qualifications:Essential, Degree in ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Automated Driving - Why is it so hard to introduce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/628-automated-driving-why-is-it-so-hard-to-introduce) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)