Principal Systems Engineer; Integration

Job Description:

This Systems Engineering vacancy presents an exciting opportunity to be part of the Captor Radar Mark 2 Systems Test Solution (STS) team.

The role is that of Principal LRI (Line Replaceable Installation) Integration Engineer, where you will be an integral part of the Engineering team that is designing, integrating, testing and delivery of the latest cutting‑edge Captor Radar Test Equipment, hosted both in the Edinburgh Rooflab environment and offsite Customer facilities.

• Carry out complex integration and test activities of Radar Processor Environment Simulator (RPES) Test Equipment with the Radar Processor LRI prior to delivery to BAE Systems.
• Heavy involvement in the installation and commissioning of Test Equipment offsite at BAE premises.
• Regular reporting to the STS PEL, providing technical updates on a regular basis.

• Degree qualified or relevant work experience in given field.
• Solid integration background and willingness to follow problems through under their own initiative.
• Experience and understanding of STANAG 3910, Ethernet & RF principles.
• Ability to learn complex designs while working with multiple stakeholders such as Software, Firmware, Hardware and Systems Engineers.
• Ability to summarise and report issues concisely along with proposed solutions.
• Ability to work with and influence others in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• An excellent and confident communicator and presenter, with the ability to engage with and influence multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively manage own time, potentially across multiple activities.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills.
• Travel within the UK & Europe, if required.

This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit:

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company‑funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and Linked In Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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Location:

Edinburgh

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Onsite