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# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Manpower
- **Location:** Cheltenham, United Kingdom
- **Salary:** £156,000 - £176,800
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Dynamical Systems, MATLAB, PID Controllers, Verification and Validation (Software), Control Structures
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.manpower.co.uk/en/job/engineering/systems-engineer-/451428

## About the Role

+ Proven experience in control systems engineering within aerospace, defence or other highly regulated engineering environments.
 + Strong understanding of classical and modern control theory, including:
o PID Control
o State-Space Methods
o Optimal Control Techniques

 + Experience developing and implementing control laws for complex dynamic systems.
 + Strong mathematical modelling and simulation capability.
 + Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and associated toolsets.
 + Knowledge of sensor and actuator technologies and their integration into control loops.
 + Demonstrable experience of system verification and validation activities.
 + Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
 + Commitment to engineering safety, quality and regulatory compliance., + Bachelor's Degree in

## Description

Our aerospace client is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to join a highly innovative programme supporting the development of a cutting-edge project. This is an opportunity to play a key technical role throughout the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept architecture through detailed design, integration, verification and validation activities.
Working as a subject matter expert, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of advanced closed-loop control systems, supporting the successful delivery of a complex aerospace platform., + Lead the design, development and verification of closed-loop control laws across the full project lifecycle.

 + Develop control system architectures from concept through detailed design.
 + Create and maintain mathematical models of dynamic systems.
 + Conduct system simulation, analysis and performance assessments using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink.
 + Support system identification, modelling and validation activities.
 + Integrate sensors and actuators into control system designs.
 + Investigate technical issues and implement robust engineering solutions.
 + Optimise control system performance, reliability and safety.
 + Produce technical documentation and support design reviews.
 + Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the programme lifecycle.