ITEA Systems Engineer

System Engineer/ITEA

Overview

We are looking for a hands-on Systems Verification / RF Test Engineer to support the test, integration, and acceptance of airborne radio communication systems. This is a practical, delivery-focused role for someone who can organise and drive their own work, keep a tight grip on progress and issues, and collaborate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to deliver high-quality outcomes with minimal rework.

Key Responsibilities

Lead physical and functional integration and verification activities for an Air Radio Communications System
Write and maintain functional test procedures at sub-system and system level
Execute testing in line with agreed procedures, refining procedures to improve efficiency and repeatability
Maintain a clear, organised view of test progress, issues, risks, dependencies, and next actions
Operate RF laboratory test equipment (desirable), such as: signal generators, spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, noise sources, etc.
Compile and manage evidence in verification compliance matrices
Provide updates into the wider systems engineering activity (documentation, status, inputs/outputs)
Support wider verification/qualification activities as required
Support customer and supplier meetings, including preparation of documentation and presentations
Report progress clearly and escalate technical issues early to protect delivery
Deliver work to agreed time, cost, and quality targets

Skills / Competencies

Highly proactive, self-managing, and organised, while knowing when to seek input
Solid understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle
Strong first-principles problem solving, able to identify root cause and implement corrective actions
Comfortable working with ambiguity and multiple stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication, able to explain technical issues to different audiences

Required Experience / Background

Engineering degree or equivalent experience in Electronics / RF Comms / Software
5+ years' Systems Engineering experience, with recent experience operating in a lead role
Experience in verification and/or design of RF systems or other complex electronic/networked systems
Good working knowledge of verification frameworks and evidence generation (e.g., ITEA / systems verification approaches)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed