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We call it Defining Possible.\nThis mindset goes beyond the solutions we deliver to our customers. It underpins how we invest in our people, support career growth, and create opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.\nThis is more than just a job. It’s a mission.\nWe are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join our Multi-Domain Integration (MDI) Systems Engineering team, supporting some of the UK’s most critical defence and maritime programmes.\nWorking within a highly collaborative engineering environment, you will play a key role in delivering complex mission systems from concept through to deployment and in-service support. You will help shape technical solutions that directly contribute to national security, while working alongside software, test and systems specialists who are passionate about engineering excellence.\nAs a senior member of the team, you will lead systems engineering activities across the full engineering lifecycle, ensuring programmes are delivered to the required scope, schedule and quality standards. You will also work closely with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive successful programme outcomes in a regulated and safety-critical environment.\n\"My aim is to build an engineering team that attracts the strongest candidates and allows them to reach their full potential working on exciting engineering programmes in a trusted environment, with excellent job security and growth prospects.\"\nDave Brunton, Engineering Authority, Northrop Grumman UK\nWhat You'll Do\nLead systems engineering activities across the full Systems Engineering V-Lifecycle, from concept definition through to delivery and in-service support\nDevelop, review and maintain key technical documentation, ensuring delivery against programme schedules\nPlan and successfully deliver major design reviews, including SDR, PDR and CDR milestones\nManage technical interfaces with suppliers, ensuring requirements, designs and baselines remain aligned\nReview and challenge customer and supplier technical documentation to maintain quality and compliance standards\nSupport and lead technical reviews and stakeholder engagements with customers, partners and suppliers\nContribute to systems integration, verification, validation, safety and acceptance activities across mission-critical programmes\nWhat We're Looking For\nWe're interested in engineers who bring strong systems thinking, technical leadership and experience delivering complex solutions within regulated industries.\nEssential experience and qualifications:\nDegree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline\nSignificant experience in a Systems Engineering role within defence, maritime, aerospace or another highly regulated sector\nStrong understanding of systems requirements management, design, integration, verification, validation and acceptance\nExperience working with engineering safety-related systems, including SIL 2/SIL 3 environments and IEC 61508 standards\nKnowledge of Systems Engineering methodologies, models and best practice\nProven ability to influence, engage and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels\nDesirable:\nExperience supporting complex command-and-control, mission systems or defence platforms\nExperience managing supplier technical deliverables and design baselines\nFamiliarity with customer-facing engineering reviews and governance processes\nNot sure if you meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply. At Northrop Grumman UK, we value potential, diverse experiences and different perspectives as much as we value direct experience.\nSecurity Clearance\nDue to the nature of our work, you must be a UK national and able to gain and maintain UK Government Security Check (SC) clearance in line with the role requirements.\nClearance is not required to start employment.\nOur recruitment team is on hand to answer any questions and will guide you through the process: \nBenefits\nAt Northrop Grumman UK, we recognise that flexibility, wellbeing and career development matter.\nYou'll benefit from:\nFlexible and hybrid working arrangements\nCompressed fortnight working pattern available, including every other Friday off where programme commitments allow\nPrivate healthcare, dental cover, life assurance and pension\nFlexible benefits package including critical illness cover, health cash plan and health assessments\nHoliday buy and sell scheme\nAnnual performance incentive programme\nProfessional development, training and career progression opportunities\nOpportunities to work on meaningful programmes that directly support UK national security\nWhy Join Us?\nA Mission to Believe In\nEvery day, our people contribute to building a more secure and connected world. Whether supporting the UK Defence business, developing mission systems or helping modernise critical national infrastructure, your work will have real purpose and impact.\nYou'll also have opportunities to support STEM initiatives, volunteering programmes and employee networks that strengthen our communities.\nA Place to Belong and Thrive\nOur engineering community is built on collaboration, respect and inclusion. We are proud of the diversity of experiences and perspectives within our teams and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can contribute, grow and succeed.\nYour Career, Your Way\nWith approximately 60 engineers spanning software, systems and test disciplines, you'll be surrounded by experts who are committed to helping one another develop. Our matrix organisation provides exposure to a wide range of programmes, technologies and career pathways, giving you the opportunity to continuously broaden your skills and discover your possible.\nReady to Apply?\nYes - Submit your application online today.\nPossibly - We'd be happy to answer your questions. Contact our recruitment team at .\nNo - Explore other opportunities with Northrop Grumman UK. We're continuing to grow across the UK and are always looking for talented people who want to help define what's possible.\nNorthrop Grumman UK. 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