Systems Engineer

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircraft. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. Together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part‑time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. This role will support the definition and development of solution requirements and designs across a number of bids and projects/products delivering various training and simulation solutions. Key Interactions The job holder will work closely with all members of the Bid/Product/Project engineering team, especially the SEM, PDA and Solution Architect, potentially interfacing with the customer and end‑user communities. Key Responsibilities Write and decompose system requirements and define the best method for verification. Troubleshoot the system design and provide suggestions or solutions. Develop conceptual designs and models. Define and manage interfaces between solution elements. Perform scientific analysis and predictive modelling to measure design outcomes. Write technical responses for customers. Break down complex problems into smaller portions for simplicity and analysis. Influence and reach consensus with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders. Create, manage and control design documentation (ICDs, TRSs, SSDD) as well as associated solution baselines. Support software, procurement, operations and subcontractors to ensure the design and development of solution elements meets the needs of the solution. Essential Skills & Experience Experience in engineering on complex systems and solutions. A proven track record of success in defining technical solutions and delivering technical proposals for complex systems within typical bid constraints (limited time, budget, resources, etc.). Ability to analyse customer requirements and identify technical issues and risks as well as mitigation activities. Ability to capture and express solutions/designs through a model‑based engineering approach. Clear understanding of—and experience in—system engineering processes including functional baseline management (i.e., specification writing, requirements analysis/management, system‑level design, functional partitioning/allocation, interface design/control). An effective team player with strong verbal communication, report‑writing, and presentation skills. Strong organisational and team‑working skills. Use of DOORS, JIRA. Desirable Skills & Experience Training and/or Simulation domain knowledge and experience. Excellent customer relationship skills. Experience of using Modelling Tools such as Capella, Enterprise Architect. Essential Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science. Special Requirements Ability to travel in the UK and internationally in support of bids and demonstrations. Security Clearance Requirements Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held; however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. In line with Thales’ Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency. Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro‑diverse applicants or those with a disability or long‑term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. Great journeys start here—apply now #J-18808-Ljbffr