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Senior Systems Engineer

Gaydon
2 days ago
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Are you a passionate Systems Engineer with a strong background in complex systems and a drive to shape the future of engineering processes? Expleo is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team and support our high-profile client in the automotive sector. This is a contract role based onsite in Gaydon, Warwickshire, working with one of the most prestigious names in the industry.

What You'll Be Doing:

Develop and maintain systems engineering expertise within the team.
Ensure high-quality, robust requirements through improved processes and methods.
Collaborate with system engineers to gather needs, concerns, and feedback.
Stay up to date with systems engineering processes, regulations, and industry standards.
Work with business analysts to design efficient, compliant engineering processes.
Define and track key performance indicators for systems engineering.
Support product owners with inputs for roadmaps and development of tools, training, and methods.
Guide development teams on systems engineering principles and best practices.Education & Qualifications:

ideally looking more towards a system engineering not managing the projects
Previous experience as a System Engineering practitioner across the whole System Engineering lifecycle (in a complex electrical/electronic, software or mechatronic environment).
Previous experience in application of System Engineering tools and techniques in the real world (preferably in the defence, aerospace, rail or automotive industry).
Previous experience of influencing business mindset and complex process change.
Significant experience of SE toolset for example, IBM DOORS, Rhapsody, Catia Magic, etc
Extensive experience of requirements management practices in line with Systems Engineering processes
Real world experience of system engineering process and method development
Knowledge of system modelling, FMA, Cyber security, Functional safety practicesIdeal Candidate:

A systems engineering expert (not a project manager).
A collaborative problem-solver who thrives in complex environments.
Someone who enjoys improving processes and mentoring others.Ready to make an impact?
Apply now and be part of a forward-thinking team driving innovation in systems engineering

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