Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Denham

Martin-Baker is the world’s leading manufacturer of ejection and crashworthy seats, saving over 7,805 lives to date. We combine cutting-edge engineering with a clear mission: protecting aircrew around the world.

We are now recruiting a Senior Systems Engineer (12 month Fixed Term contract) to join our established Systems Engineering team at our Denham site.

The Role:

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead complex analytical engineering activities across the full product lifecycle — from concept and development through to production and verification. You will be responsible for maintaining system requirements, conducting in-depth analyses, supporting system verification, and producing highly technical documentation required for internal, customer, and contractual purposes.

You will also play a key role in mentoring Systems Engineers, helping maximise team capability, quality, and productivity while supporting continuous professional development.

This role offers exposure to cutting-edge aerospace systems engineering within a highly specialised and safety-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct system requirements analysis and generate specifications

Prepare highly complex technical documentation for internal, customer, and contract use

Perform feasibility studies and trade-off analyses to support new and existing programmes

Carry out physiological load assessments as required

Conduct simulations, analyses, and test matching using appropriate software tools

Develop new simulation models and innovative analysis techniques

Design and develop software, including safety-critical applications

Support system verification activities across the product lifecycle

Coach, mentor, and support other Systems Engineers, including new hires

Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels within the organisation and with customers

Participate in IPT meetings, design reviews, and technical presentations

Travel within the UK and overseas as required

About You

We are looking for highly capable, analytical, and motivated engineers with a passion for complex systems and safety-critical aerospace products.

Essential:

Degree (2:1 or above) in engineering, science, or a related discipline

Extensive experience in aerospace or similar systems engineering environments

Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary engineering principles and practices

Proven experience producing complex technical documentation

Understanding of software development and systems modelling

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including senior stakeholder engagement

Innovative problem-solving ability underpinned by strong analytical skills

Highly IT literate

Ability to mentor and support junior engineers

Desirable:

Understanding of UML and/or SysML

Experience developing simulation models

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Benefits:

9% non-contributory pension (18+)

Midday finish on Fridays

4x salary Life Assurance (18+)

Personalised training & development plan

Healthcare Cash Plan

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Option to purchase additional annual leave

Cycle to Work & nursery benefits

Discounts via the Martin-Baker+ platform

Your Interview Journey:

Initial Telephone Interview: A detailed discussion with your Recruitment Business Partner
First Stage Interview (Microsoft Teams):
Structured interview with the Hiring Manager
Final Stage Interview:
Face-to-face technical and competency interview

Why Join Us?

At Martin-Baker, your work directly contributes to saving lives. You’ll be part of a collaborative, innovative engineering environment working on safety-critical aerospace systems with real opportunities to develop and progress.

This role is subject to UK Government security clearance. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK and be currently residing in the UK