Systems Engineer

1 week ago

Southampton, United Kingdom Matchtech Full time

Systems Engineer

Initial 6-month contract
Onsite in Southampton (full time)
£72.80ph, UMB, inside IR35
SC level Security Clearance MUST be in place prior to starting this contract.

Due to the nature of work, this contract is only open to sole British nationals.

Our client, a leading entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Systems Engineer to join them on a contract basis in Southampton. This is a pivotal role involving the delivery of specific work packages supporting the communications system development. The candidate will be engaging across a range of technical disciplines such as RF integration, free space optical communications, digital signal processing, waveforms and network engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

Management of system requirements
Feasibility studies to determine system architecture
Modelling of communication system waveforms and networks
Producing clear and concise technical documentation for your work
Reporting to the Project Engineering Lead, providing updates on work package completion
Collaborating with the waveform team on airborne communication projects to develop and deliver waveforms
Managing your workload responsibly while displaying strong team working behaviours
Engaging with customers and suppliers as necessary

Job Requirements:

Required:

Experience in the development of military and/or civil communication systems
Proficiency in communication system analysis, modelling, and simulation tools (MATLAB preferred)
Ability to produce detailed technical reports
Graduate degree in relevant engineering, mathematics or related scientific discipline
Ideally:

Knowledge of Communication Air Interface Protocols (including modulation and coding schemes)
Understanding of mobile communications waveforms and networks
Knowledge of RF communication system hardware implementation (such as transmitters, receivers, filters, software defined radio)
Understanding of communications security (COMSEC) architectures
Knowledge of digital modulation, channel coding (FEC), and filtering in the digital signal processing domain
Ability to adapt mathematical algorithms for efficient FPGA implementation

If you have the relevant skills and experience in systems engineering within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and innovative team in Southampton

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