Autonomous Systems Engineer

We’re looking for an experienced Autonomous Systems Engineer to contribute to the development and integration of sophisticated autonomous technologies in complex operational environments.

This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of autonomy, artificial intelligence, advanced engineering and defence technology, helping deliver systems designed to operate in demanding conditions.

What you’ll be doing:

• Developing and integrating advanced autonomous systems and technologies.
• Supporting system architecture, design and engineering activities.
• Working with uncrewed and intelligent autonomous platforms.
• Translating operational requirements into practical engineering solutions.
• Supporting the integration of sensors, communications and control systems.
• Contributing to the development of modular, scalable autonomous capabilities.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Experience in autonomous systems, robotics, defence systems or related engineering disciplines.
• Strong systems engineering or software engineering background.
• Experience with autonomous platforms, uncrewed systems or intelligent technologies.
• Knowledge of systems architecture, integration and complex engineering environments.
• Familiarity with sensors, communications, control systems or AI enabled autonomy.
• Experience working within defence, aerospace or other safety critical industries.
• Relevant engineering or technical degree.

Particularly interested in experience involving:

• Autonomous systems and robotics.
• Uncrewed aerial systems (UAS/UAVs).
• AI-enabled autonomy and intelligent decision-making.
• Sensor fusion and autonomous navigation.
• Mission systems and command & control.
• Real Time or Embedded software development.
• Defence systems integration.

2-5 days a week onsite - South West England - SC AND DV cleared considered - 450-700 p/d DOE - Inside IR35- 6 month contract

SR2 is partnering with an innovative organisation working on advanced autonomous systems, intelligent platforms and defence capabilities.