Full job descriptionSystem Engineer/ITEA OverviewWe 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)