Job Purpose

We are looking for a highly experienced and enthusiastic Senior Systems Engineer to lead a major project team in the role of System Design Authority. You will be responsible for delivery of a complex system involving specialist sensors, electronics and signal processing firmware and software to customers.

As the most senior engineer you will lead the team to successfully complete system design and development, system and sub-system implementation, integration and test, and will gain customer acceptance ensuring all design requirements are met. You will also provide strong technical governance and mentoring of the design team and assist the project manager in reporting to a variety of internal and external customers and other stakeholders. You should also identify potentials for system enhancements and upgrades where appropriate and support development of roadmaps to achieve these changes.

The work is predominantly related to sonar system software development, but also includes signal processing and algorithm development. Currently the work covers maritime systems but has the potential to evolve into other associated domains in the future.

What You Will Do

• System Design, implementation, integration and acceptance for Defence Communications Projects.
• Technical leadership of multi-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure system designs achieve the operational performance requirements.
• Liaison and collaboration with MOD, industry and other stakeholders.
• Conducting engineering design reviews with project teams and customers.
• Observe, predict scientific, engineering and technological trends to continually improve the business offering.
• Support research activities including customer or PV funded studies and prototype development.
• Production and presentation of technical papers and reports.
• Support the business development team in the preparation and review of technical proposals and solutions.
• Promoting continuous improvement and adoption of new technologies, techniques and processes.
• Mentoring and developing junior staff where required.
• Provision of expert advice to Senior Management Team and the Managing Director.

What You Will Need

• An in-depth knowledge and experience in defence and systems engineering.
• Track record of delivering complex system design, implementation, test and integration in the communications domain.
• Strong background in providing technical leadership within project teams and the business.
• Ability to present complex ideas to internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Willingness to work as part of a collaborative enterprise with other companies possibly including short periods of detached duty on customer premises and on-site when required.
• Innovative and creative thinking to solve complex technical problems.
• Ability to work independently and with teams spread across two sites.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to converse with multi-disciplinary teams (Hardware, software, Firmware, Mechanical) and provide valuable input.
• Ability to attain DV UK security clearance.
• Full driving license.
• Engineering Degree level or equivalent.
• Ability to travel on occasions within the UK & Internationally.

What You Will Get

•  Full engineering lifecycle with vertical exposure: Choose the direction of your career
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu: Gain up to 24 additional holiday days per year
• Flexible working: We operate on core working hours of 09:30 – 12:00 & 14:00 – 16:00
• Role-specific allowances: You won’t be out of pocket
• Holiday closedown: 24 December - 2 January
• Pension scheme: Competitive employer contribution scheme
• Private medical care: Access a network of 50+ private clinics and hospitals nationwide
• Training and upskilling: We are committed to your personal and professional development
• Salary sacrifice schemes:  Save money on new gadget, bicycle and cycling accessories, Microsoft Office subscriptions, electric cars, and many more
• Company tech: Laptops, mobiles, and home office equipment
• Relocation package: Spend less time traveling and more time living

Why Drumgrange?

As a small-medium enterprise, we benefit from having a flat organisation structure with only a few levels between a junior role and a department head, so you can spend more time with technical application and less time wrangling with red tape. It also means that your voice is heard and there is plenty of opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact upon the business.

Roles here present fantastic opportunities to be involved across the whole design lifecycle, and with such a wide portfolio of products and capabilities, you can expect varied and career-expanding work that takes you across different engineering domains and environments.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please apply through our website. Alternatively, send your CV with a brief cover letter to careers@drumgrange.com, quoting the job title and the Vacancy Number in the subject header.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. Please be aware that many of our roles will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities held, and your place of birth may limit the roles you can perform in our organisation.