Network Systems Engineer

Network Systems EngineerClient: BAE SystemsLocation: ChristchurchDuration: 12 monthsWorking Pattern: 3-4 days onsiteHourly Rate: £53.73 PAYE or £72.54 UmbrellaIR35: Inside IR35Security Clearance: SCRole Overview We are seeking a Network Systems Engineer to support business development and delivery activities across a range of projects. The role involves contributing to system design, integration, and technical solution development, ensuring delivery to scope, quality, and budget.Key Responsibilities

• Provide Systems Engineering support to business development and system studies
• Develop and implement technical solutions aligned to customer requirements
• Support system integration activities
• Produce activity estimates and report on progress
• Deliver work to required quality, scope, and budget

Knowledge & Experience

• Strong background in Systems Engineering
• Understanding of the full systems lifecycle (requirements through to acceptance)
• Experience with engineering tools (e.g. requirements management, modelling, defect tracking)
• Exposure to communications systems (highly desirable), including:
• IP networking / network design
• VOIP, radio systems, 4G technologies
• Network security & management
• Experience with Linux or virtual environments beneficial
• Knowledge of EMC, environmental standards, and product safety advantageous
• Experience supporting business development activities is a plus

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Adaptable with willingness to work across varied engineering tasks
• Flexible approach, including occasional out-of-hours or off-site work

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications required, but relevant engineering background expected