OverviewCMC are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to join our team in Loudwater, supporting defence programmes through the full systems engineering lifecycle. This 12-month contract (inside IR35) will initially focus on the front end of the V-model, producing documentation and systems artefacts through to Preliminary Design Review (PDR) by April.There is a strong likelihood of contract extension following client-accepted PDRs, continuing through post-PDR design and qualification phases.You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of systems, electrical, software, mechanical engineers and project managers (approx. 36 staff), contributing to architecture development, documentation, and requirements management.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop technical solutions to large and complex engineering problems, following Systems Engineering processes, to ensure customer requirements are met.Produce and manage systems engineering artefacts at the front end of the lifecycle (requirements, architecture, design documentation, and PDR deliverables).Contribute to the system architecture, including producing architecture diagrams and supporting design reviews.Support the transition of design through PDR into detailed design and qualification stages.Apply knowledge of Defence Standards and design assurance to ensure compliance.Work with requirements management tools (JAMA preferred, DOORS also acceptable).Collaborate closely with hardware, software, and project management teams to ensure technical consistency and delivery quality.Present technical content at design reviews to internal stakeholders and external customers.Provide accurate estimates of systems engineering effort, costs, and risks for project planning.Mentor less experienced engineers where appropriate.Required Skills & ExperienceDegree in an engineering, mathematical, or science-based subject, or equivalent practical experience.Strong background in Systems Engineering and familiarity with the V-Model lifecycle.Proven experience producing requirements, systems documentation, and architecture diagrams up to PDR.Experience with requirements management tools – JAMA is preferred but not essential (DOORS acceptable).Familiarity with Defence Standards and their application to systems development.Ability to explain technically complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Experience in technical documentation, formal reviews, and system design assurance.Additional InformationMust be sole UK national and able to obtain full SC clearance.Contract runs for 12 months, inside IR35, with high likelihood of extension following client-accepted PDRs.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeContractJob functionSystem EngineerNote: This refined description removes unrelated site notices and ensures proper HTML structure with approved tags. It preserves the original content related to responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations. #J-18808-Ljbffr