Systems Engineer - National Security

Our client is looking for several Systems Engineers to take technical ownership of complex projects and programmes from scoping through to integration and assurance. This is a client-facing role. You'll set the technical direction, run the workshops that get stakeholders aligned, and make sure delivery stays on time, on budget and de-risked.

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
Systems Engineer - National Security
Location - Cheltenham
Clearance - eDV required
Contract - Excellent day rate
Duration - 6 months plus extension
What you'll be doing
Defining and designing
Scoping projects with stakeholders and confirming technical feasibility
Designing the full lifecycle approach for complex projects and programmes
Running requirements elicitation, technical design, risk analysis and pre-mortem workshops
Delivering and assuring
Coordinating internal teams, third parties and vendors through delivery, integration and assurance
Keeping projects within scope and budget, managing risk and controlling changes to scope, schedule and cost using appropriate verification techniques
Producing and maintaining Systems Engineering artefacts: SEMPs, system models, plans, requirements, integration logic and test methodologies
Advising and communicating
Coaching and advising clients on Systems Engineering best practice
Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and vendors
Reporting to and presenting for senior management
What you'll bring
Essential
Experience as a Systems Engineer in software, networking, digital or cyber security
Background in a consultancy, large systems integrator or public sector organisation delivering complex products and services
Working knowledge of SE tools, standards and methods: V-model, spiral and agile lifecycles, technical risk management, options trade-offs (risk vs cost vs capability), requirements management, modelling, delivery assurance and IV&V
Technical depth to get into the detail when needed
Excellent written, verbal and client-facing communication
Strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to juggle multiple workstreams
Degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
Systems Engineering delivery for defence, government, national security or law enforcement clients
SE accreditation (e.g. INCOSE) or a project management qualification
Interested?
Apply here or message Rob Wall directly for a confidential conversation. Not quite the right fit? We're always keen to hear from cleared Systems Engineers, so get in touch.
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