DV Cleared Systems Engineer - SatCom

DV Cleared Systems Engineer – SatCom

Location: Bristol – Onsite with some travel to other sites in Southwest

Start date: ASAP

Rate: £500 per day (Outside IR35)

Duration: 12 months

Clearance Required: Active DV Clearance (Developed Vetting)

Nationality Requirement: Sole UK/British Nationals only

We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Systems Engineer with a strong background in Satellite Communications (SatCom) to join our Defence client’s high-profile programme. This is a critical role supporting the UK Ministry of Defence, requiring a hands-on engineer who can operate within secure environments and contribute to the delivery of cutting-edge communications systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, integrate, and support SatCom systems for Defence programmes.
  
  
• Provide technical expertise across the full systems engineering lifecycle.
  
  
• Support system requirements analysis, architecture design, and verification/validation.
  
  
• Work closely with MOD stakeholders and industry partners to ensure capability delivery.
  
  
• Produce and review technical documentation in line with Defence standards.
  
  
• Support secure system deployments and provide in-depth troubleshooting.
  
  Essential Skills & Experience:
  
  
• Proven background in Satellite Communications (SatCom)/ MILSatCom.
  
  
• Demonstrated MOD/Defence sector experience.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles (requirements, design, integration, test).
  
  
• Ability to work effectively in classified environments with strict security protocols.
  
  Desirable Skills:
  
  
• Knowledge of secure communication systems and cryptographic solutions.
  
  
• Familiarity with Defence standards such as JSPs, DEF-STANs, or equivalent.
  
  
• Experience in RF engineering, networking, or cyber security.
  
  Due to the nature and urgency of the role, candidates are required to hold active DV (Developed Vetting) security clearance and be a Sole UK/British national. Please familiarise yourself with security vetting process before applying