Systems Design Engineer - Aerospace

ALTEN Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering solutions company in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic System Design Engineer to contribute to safety-critical control systems in aerospace. You will support critical design reviews, develop control system requirements, and conduct safety analyses. Ideal candidates have a degree in engineering and experience in a safety-critical environment. This position offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Cycle-to-work Scheme

Flexible way of working

Qualifications

• Background in product development within a safety-critical environment.
• Exposure to EASA/FAA certification processes is a plus.
• Previous work on gas turbine engines or propulsion systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support Preliminary & Critical Design Reviews.
• Review and validate design changes and software high-level requirements.
• Develop control system requirements for airborne applications.
• Conduct FMEA/FMECA and safety analysis.
• Apply ARP4754, DO-178B/C and DO-254 guidance in a regulated environment.
• Represent systems engineering in cross-functional reviews.

Skills

Writing system/software requirements

Root cause analysis

Model-based systems

Safety analysis techniques

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or Controls Engineering

Job description

Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference?

You could be one of our 54k+ colleagues in over 30 countries working on inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.

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Job Description

What will you be doing?

At ALTEN, we partner with some of the most respected names in aerospace and defence to deliver cutting‑edge engineering solutions. With 55,000 engineers worldwide, we’re trusted to solve the problems that others can’t — and we’re growing.

We’re looking for a System Design Engineer to join a high‑profile defence project, contributing to the design of safety‑critical control systems in line with aerospace standards. If you're passionate about solving complex technical challenges and making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Support Preliminary & Critical Design Reviews
• Review and validate design changes and software high-level requirements
• Develop control system requirements for airborne applications
• Conduct FMEA/FMECA and safety analysis
• Apply ARP4754, DO-178B/C and DO-254 guidance in a regulated environment
• Represent systems engineering in cross‑functional reviews

Who are we looking for?

• Comfortable writing and reviewing system/software requirements
• Skilled in root cause analysis, lifecycle impact, and change validation
• Experience with model‑based systems and digital engineering toolsets
• Ability to collaborate and communicate clearly across teams
• Knowledge of safety analysis techniques (FMEA, FMECA)

You are...

• Passionate about engineering
• Result‑oriented
• Proactive

Qualifications

Experience, skills and qualifications required:

• Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or Controls Engineering
• Background in product development within a safety‑critical environment
• Exposure to EASA/FAA certification processes is a plus
• Previous work on gas turbine engines or propulsion systems is desirable

Additional Information

Why join us?

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle‑to‑work Scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Consulting

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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