Senior System 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 worldwide.

We are now seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Systems Engineering team at our Denham site.

The Role

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will contribute to complex engineering work across the full product lifecycle—from concept and development to production and verification. You will:

• Maintain and manage system requirements

• Conduct detailed analyses and simulations

• Support system verification and validation

• Produce high-quality technical documentation for internal, customer, and contractual use

• You will also collaborate closely with the team, sharing knowledge and helping to maximise capability, quality, and productivity.

• This role offers exposure to advanced aerospace systems engineering in a highly specialised, safety-critical environment and provides excellent development opportunities for graduate engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse system requirements and generate specifications

• Prepare technical documentation for internal, customer, and contract use

• Perform feasibility studies and trade-off analyses for new and existing programmes

• Carry out physiological load assessments

• Conduct simulations, analyses, and test matching using relevant software tools

• Develop new simulation models and innovative analysis methods

• Support system verification activities across the product lifecycle

• Collaborate and share knowledge with other Systems Engineers

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels

• Participate in IPT meetings, design reviews, and technical presentations

• Travel within the UK and internationally as required

About You

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

Essential:

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

• Experience or strong interest in aerospace or systems engineering

• Understanding of multi-disciplinary engineering principles

• Ability to produce technical documentation

• Knowledge of software development and systems modelling

• Good written and verbal communication, including with senior stakeholders

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• IT literate and confident in software tools

• Willingness to learn, collaborate, and support team members

Desirable:

• Experience with UML or SysML

• Simulation model development experience

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Benefits:

• 9% non-contributory pension (18+)

• Early finish on Fridays

• 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)

• Personalised training & development plan

• Healthcare Cash Plan

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with option to buy more

• Cycle to Work & nursery benefits

• Discounts via the Martin-Baker+ platform

Your Interview Journey:

• Initial Telephone Interview: with your Recruitment Business Partner

• First Stage (Microsoft Teams): Structured interview with the Hiring Manager

• Final Stage: Face-to-face technical and competency interview

Why Join Us?

At Martin-Baker, your work directly saves lives. Join a collaborative, innovative engineering environment and work on safety-critical aerospace systems, with real opportunities to learn, grow, and progress—ideal for both graduates and experienced engineers.

Please note: This role requires UK Government security clearance. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and currently reside in the UK.

Apply Now: Send your CV to lstubbs@martin-baker.co.uk or call 07706 349534