Systems Lead - RF Data Link - 1798-1
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026.
Systems Lead - RF Data Link
Initial 12-month contract
4-5 days per week onsite in Bristol or Stevenage
up to £85ph, UMB inside IR35
SC clearance will be required for this position
Overview of department:
The Data Link Systems team is responsible for the development the RF communications sub-systems within a weapons system. Our team is located at both our Bristol and Stevenage sites. The successful applicant could be primarily located at either. The role provides a unique opportunity to apply your skills within a growing company and multi-skilled team. It will provide exposure to complex and technologically and advanced projects and products. Working with highly talented and motivated engineers, in a friendly and supportive environment.
Responsibilities:
This role is for a systems lead engineer, responsible for the development and delivery of an RF data link system within a weapons system program. Responsibilities will include:
- Requirements definition and management
- Systems design methodologies
- Work package management
- Technical leadership of junior engineers
- Managing internal suppliers, and external suppliers
- Managing customer stakeholders
- Leading design reviews across the product lifecycle
- Experience with proving and validation
- Experience working within an international team
- Managing Technical Risks
Skillset/experience required:
The successful candidate must be able to achieve SC clearance. They will have an understanding of RF communication principals and design. They will also have experience managing project timescales and deliverables, and providing technical leadership to a small engineering team. Good interaction skills, verbal and written communication are essential.