Junior Systems Engineer

Junior Systems Engineer

Permanent | Onsite - Rochester | Defence | STEM knowledge

Are you a highly motivated and adaptable professional currently transitioning into a new career We are seeking motivated early-career professionals or individuals looking to transition into a technical career to join us as Systems Engineers. This is an excellent opportunity for those with STEM education, hands‑on technical experience, or a passion for engineering concepts gained through personal learning. You will play a key role in supporting the design, development, and analysis of complex electronic and software‑based systems.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in the defence sector, supported by in‑depth graduate training, mentoring, and opportunities to work with leading global organisations.

As a Systems Engineer you will work across the full product lifecycle, focusing on complex display systems, helmet‑mounted displays, and flight control systems for military and commercial aircraft. You will focus on the design, manufacture, and integration of advanced, safety‑critical technology. Your key responsibilities will include

• Contribute to the development of theoretical electronic and/or software‑based designs.
• Support system design analysis, modelling, and simulation activities (potentially using tools such as MATLAB or Simulink).
• Work collaboratively with engineering teams to understand system requirements and develop effective technical solutions.
• Take an analytical approach to problem solving, ensuring designs are robust and well‑engineered.
• Continuously grow your technical knowledge and professional capability.

• A degree (or equivalent experience) in a STEM subject such as Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related discipline;
• Relevant technical skills gained through personal projects, coding bootcamps, self‑directed learning, or similar hands‑on experience.

• An analytical mindset with the ability to understand and solve complex problems.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a strong commitment to continuous learning.
• The ability to grasp new technical concepts quickly and apply them effectively.
• Enthusiasm for working with systems, models, and engineering tools.

• Practical experience of integrating and testing software and/or hardware in the laboratory - could be in academic or industry setting.
• Experience of developing theoretical electronic and/or software‑based designs or control systems, including design analysis, modelling or simulation (possibly using tools such as MATLAB or Simulink).

We’re not expecting you to tick every box - if you have the enthusiasm and drive to grow, we want to hear from you.

This role provides a supportive environment for building a strong engineering foundation. You’ll have access to experienced mentors, structured development opportunities, and a variety of challenging technical projects that will accelerate your growth as a Systems Engineer learning the following:

• CAMEO
• DOORS / Polarion
• MATLAB, Simulink
• Python, C/C++
• Green Hills IDE, Vx Works
• Vector CAST, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence

We build work forces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry‑accredited Peregrine Academy, and market‑leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long‑term solutions that make a real difference.

When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that’s focused on growth, both yours, our clients’, and the sectors we support. You’ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary.

We’re curious, open, and always learning. We believe in doing great work and doing it with integrity. We support each other, share ideas freely, and celebrate progress big and small. And we care about the impact we make, whether that’s helping clients solve tough problems or creating opportunities for people from all walks of life.

We’re proud to be a diverse team, with 20+ nationalities represented across Peregrine. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Through our partnerships and internal initiatives, we’re working to improve social mobility, reduce our environmental impact, and help our clients build more inclusive teams too.

Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our Linked In page: peregrine-resourcing