We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) leader to support the development and delivery of advanced satellite and ground systems programmes in the UK.
This is a high-impact technical leadership role responsible for guiding systems engineering, integration, verification and validation activities across the full programme lifecycle — from architecture and development through integration, test and delivery.
You will work closely with senior leadership, customers, suppliers and multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure successful programme execution while balancing technical, schedule and business priorities.
The role requires strong systems engineering expertise, programme leadership capability and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and executive stakeholders.
The successful candidate will lead the UK-based SEIT team and play a key role in the delivery of complex space systems and mission capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate systems engineering, integration and test activities across satellite and ground system development programmes, including:
- Managing and evolving the system requirements baseline throughout the programme lifecycle,
- Leading system integration, verification and validation planning and execution,
- Developing and maintaining system integration and test strategies, plans and procedures,
- Maintaining system architecture models, technical artefacts and design documentation,
- Defining and tracking Technical Performance Measures (TPMs) and programme technical metrics,
- Leading technical reviews, readiness reviews and engineering governance activities,
- Coordinating cross-functional engineering teams, suppliers and partners to resolve technical issues and delivery risks,
- Supporting programme execution in partnership with the Program Manager, Chief Engineer and IPT leads,
- Driving continuous improvement in systems engineering and integration processes,
- Mentoring and developing engineers across the SEIT function.
