Network Systems Engineer

Network Systems Engineer

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
Client : BAE Systems
Location: Christchurch
Duration: 12 months
Working Pattern: 3–4 days onsite
Hourly Rate: £53.73 PAYE or £72.54 Umbrella
IR35: Inside IR35
Security Clearance: SC

Role Overview
We are seeking a Network Systems Engineer to support business development and delivery activities across a range of projects. The role involves contributing to system design, integration, and technical solution development, ensuring delivery to scope, quality, and budget.

Key Responsibilities
Provide Systems Engineering support to business development and system studies
Develop and implement technical solutions aligned to customer requirements
Support system integration activities
Produce activity estimates and report on progress
Deliver work to required quality, scope, and budget

Knowledge & Experience
Strong background in Systems Engineering
Understanding of the full systems lifecycle (requirements through to acceptance)
Experience with engineering tools (e.g. requirements management, modelling, defect tracking)
Exposure to communications systems (highly desirable), including:
IP networking / network design
VOIP, radio systems, 4G technologies
Network security & management
Experience with Linux or virtual environments beneficial
Knowledge of EMC, environmental xwzovoh standards, and product safety advantageous
Experience supporting business development activities is a plus

Skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Effective communication and teamwork
Adaptable with willingness to work across varied engineering tasks
Flexible approach, including occasional out-of-hours or off-site work

Qualifications
No specific qualifications required, but relevant engineering background expected