Systems Engineer – Rigs Integration
Full time – Hybrid
Bristol
SNBG 07-10
What you will be doing
You'll play a pivotal role in supporting rig development across the full engineering lifecycle – from requirements capture and definition, through to design integration, interface management and resolution of emergent issues.
Acting as the central bridge between rig delivery teams, design authorities and our customers, your work will have a direct impact on the successful execution of test campaigns that underpin major defence programmes. This role offers exposure to both physical and virtual rig activities, depending on the needs of the programme.
Responsibilities
You'll be:
•Supporting the full lifecycle of test rig development, from concept through to delivery
•Managing and translating system-level requirements into technical solutions
•Acting as the key interface between multi-disciplinary teams including design, test and customer stakeholders
•Proactively addressing integration and interface issues across the product lifecycle
•Supporting strategic programmes such as GCAP and future opportunities in the defence portfolio
Why Rolls-Royce?
This role sits within Rolls-Royce Defence, supporting cross-sector rig programmes that include key national initiatives.
We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.
Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home or another remote location. It's a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we're all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, frequency will depend on business needs, nature of role, what works for the team and for the individual.
Who we're looking for
•Demonstrable experience working as a Systems Engineer within a complex engineering environment
•Proven ability to manage technical interfaces and deliver systems-level solutions
•Experience in rig testing, test integration, or supporting development projects in defence/aerospace sectors
•Comfortable leading cross-functional collaboration across internal and external stakeholders
•Eligible to obtain BPSS clearance with a view to progressing to SC (Security Check) in future
The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to be Staff Grade 7-10.
This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. Applications are welcomed from candidates with relevant experience from any grade.
To work in this role, you must be able to obtain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, with the prospect of progressing to Security Check (SC) clearance in the future.
Grade: 7-10
Hiring manager: Del Capel
Job Category: Validation and Verification
