Lead Systems Engineer

Unspecified

Job Title

Senior Systems Engineer

Location

Harlow

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Full time 37 hrs

#FWS

Job Overview

At Raytheon Technologies, we take great pride in being at the forefront of defence and aerospace innovation. Our commitment to fostering talent and promoting a culture of excellence is unwavering.

Joining our team means contributing to a mission that shapes the future of national security while also investing in your professional growth and personal development. We offer a collaborative atmosphere, numerous opportunities for career advancement, and a deep sense of purpose in our work. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we are building a community dedicated to creating a safer and more interconnected world.

About Us

As a prominent defence and aerospace entity operating throughout the United Kingdom, Raytheon Technologies addresses our clients' most challenging issues. We are a significant supplier to the UK government and clients globally, delivering defence solutions across various domains: land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Additionally, we provide digital and training transformation solutions to both commercial and military clients.

With approximately 2000 employees and major facilities across the UK, including Harlow, we are dedicated to investing in British careers and technological advancement.

Our Weapons division operates ethically to deliver complex weapon systems to our clients. We equip the Royal Air Force with advanced capabilities such as AMRAAM and Paveway IV precision-guided munitions, the Royal Navy with our Phalanx close-in missile defence system, and the British Army with the Javelin portable anti-tank guided weapon system.

Our Sensors division boasts a rich history of providing leading-edge solutions across multiple domains. From navigation and GPS anti-jamming systems to air traffic radars, we equip our clients for security across air, land, and sea.

Role Summary:

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Raytheon Assured Position Navigation and Timing Systems team, part of the broader Systems & Products business unit, focusing on the development of Digital GPS Anti-Jam Systems and Alternative Navigation Solutions for military applications.

The role involves providing support across Raytheon's APNT product range, offering Systems Engineering expertise throughout the product lifecycle, from requirements gathering and analysis to design, testing, qualification, and certification activities.

Key Responsibilities:

This position primarily supports our flagship products, providing assistance to the System Design Authority and Systems Engineering Team leadership for customer support, production assistance, and obsolescence management of established products. Responsibilities include managing project requirements, generating technical documentation, conducting Systems Analysis and Design work, and participating in technical design reviews.

Additionally, the role involves supporting the Systems Team in creating bid proposal materials and submitting bids in response to customer inquiries, as well as contributing to the definition and design of next-generation products. The candidate will be expected to conduct development studies and investigations related to product performance while collaborating with various internal stakeholders.

The position requires working in a highly technical environment, supporting the team while also working independently. Laboratory work will be involved for product testing. Tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that adhere to company processes in a timely manner is a crucial aspect of the role. A successful candidate will be comfortable integrating into a large team to achieve collective goals.

Candidate Qualifications:

Essential

• Experience across the systems engineering lifecycle from requirements through to project completion.
• Proficiency in generating technical documentation at all levels.
• Understanding of policies, practices, and procedures, with the ability to communicate these effectively to the team.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adhere to project directives.
• Capability to work independently with minimal oversight from Team Leaders and Management.
• Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics) or equivalent industry certification.

Desirable

• Knowledge of GNSS systems and receiver characteristics.
• Familiarity with the IBM Rational DOORS toolset.
• Experience with RF (including Antennas) and Digital Hardware design and testing.
• Algorithm development experience, including Modelling in MATLAB/Simulink.
• Proficiency with SysML or UML in a Systems Engineering context.
• Experience with configuration management systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• 25 days holiday plus statutory public holidays, with the option to buy and sell up to 5 days (37hr).
• Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution).
• Discretionary company bonus scheme.
• Life Assurance at 6 times salary with pension.
• Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice options, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work among others.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including improved maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.
• Car or car allowance (dependent on grade/role).
• Private Medical Insurance (dependent on grade).

Work Culture

• 37-hour working week, although hours may vary based on role, job requirements, or site-specific arrangements.
• Early finish at 1:30 PM on Fridays, allowing for an early start to the weekend.
• Opportunities for remote, hybrid, and site-based working, depending on individual needs and role requirements.
• A mature, flexible working culture focused on output rather than time spent at the desk. More formal flexible working arrangements can be requested and assessed based on the role.
• Up to 5 paid volunteering days each year.

RTX

Raytheon Technologies is a global company headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, employing over 180,000 individuals worldwide across every continent. We provide advanced systems and services for commercial, military, and government clients and comprise three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX contributes significantly to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Raytheon Technologies, we are committed to fostering a workplace that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) as fundamental pillars of our organizational culture. We believe that the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our employees are invaluable assets that drive innovation and excellence in everything we do.

By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion, Raytheon Technologies enhances its ability to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges. We are proud to create a workplace where all individuals can thrive and contribute to the advancement of technology, security, and a better future for all. Our aim is for our employees to produce the best work of their lives, thereby building a stronger, more inclusive future together.