> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3266247-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3266247-systems-engineer). 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). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** AQUILA - **Location:** Whiteley, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, IBM Rational Software, Microsoft Office, Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Integration Frameworks - **Published:** September 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=81c0239bfb7c852a ## About the Role You are a collaborative Systems Engineering professional with sound judgement and a practical, solutions-focused approach. You communicate clearly, build effective relationships and adapt confidently to technical and organisational challenges. To be successful in this role, you'll bring: * Relevant experience as a Systems Engineer in a similar engineering, project, programme or service lifecycle role. * Knowledge of systems thinking, requirements engineering, architecture, interface management, verification, validation, acceptance and technical assurance. * Experience in requirements management, lifecycle governance, change impact assessment and multidisciplinary delivery within a safety-related or regulated environment. * The ability to communicate and translate complex technical information clearly, manage priorities with limited supervision, assess risk and make evidence-based decisions., * A degree in an engineering, scientific, technology or relevant discipline, an equivalent professional qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience. * Practical experience of integration design, requirements management, traceability, architecture support, interface management and configuration control within a project, programme or service lifecycle environment., * Experience on large-scale multidisciplinary projects within Air Traffic Management, defence, aviation or another highly regulated environment. * Experience of integration, verification, validation, acceptance planning, technical assurance and change impact assessment in a safety-related or regulated environment. * Experience using IBM Rational DOORS or comparable requirements and modelling toolsets as well as standard MS Office 365 suite. * Membership of a relevant professional institution, professional registration or INCOSE certification. If you meet most of the criteria and can bring relevant experience, we encourage you to apply. We support flexible working. This Whiteley-based role requires security clearance, travel to Ministry of Defence bases and other sites, occasional overseas travel, and occasional weekend working. ## Description We are looking for a full-time Systems Engineer to shape and assure safe, secure and interoperable systems throughout the engineering lifecycle. You will work with customers, suppliers and multidisciplinary teams to turn complex needs into supportable service outcomes, primarily integrating COTS equipment into Air Traffic Services. Your core responsibilities will include: * Apply INCOSE-aligned systems engineering practices across requirements definition, architecture, interface management, verification, validation, acceptance and transition into service. * Support bids, projects and change activities through Systems Engineering analysis, option evaluation, trade studies and clear recommendations that balance operational benefit, technical feasibility and through-life outcomes. * Develop and maintain controlled, traceable engineering artefacts, including requirements, system designs, transition plans, architecture views, interface information, assumptions, decisions, verification evidence and assurance records. * Collaborate with customers, suppliers, project teams and technical authorities to deliver safe, secure, resilient, supportable and interoperable solutions. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to influence engineering decisions and deliver solutions that support Aquila's objectives., * Promote Aquila's Just Culture, reporting incidents, safety non compliance, or potential issues in an appropriate and timely manner. * Consistently demonstrate behaviours aligned with Aquila's core values and leadership behaviours in all actions and decisions. ## 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) - [Coffee with Developers - Scott Chacon on growing GitButler and the future of version control](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/914-coffee-with-developers-scott-chacon-on-growing-gitbutler-and-the-future-of-version-control) - [Valven Atlas: Engineering Intelligence That Delivers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1660-valven-atlas-engineering-intelligence-that-delivers) - [Automated Driving - Why is it so hard to introduce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/628-automated-driving-why-is-it-so-hard-to-introduce) - [Hosting a modern justice system](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/332-hosting-a-modern-justice-system) - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) ## Related Articles - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)