About the role

Lead the design and integration of complex systems at Rowden, supporting national security. Engage with users, engineers, and partners to ensure robust and operationally effective solutions.

Responsibilities

Owning and leading the systems engineering design and integration of major system elements within complex programmes, ensuring capabilities perform reliably end-to-end
Developing and maintaining system architectures, interface definitions and integration plans for the areas you are responsible for
Acting as the technical go-to for your system area, guiding engineering decisions and helping teams navigate complex system-level challenges
Applying pragmatic systems engineering across the V-cycle, balancing appropriate engineering rigour with the pace required to deliver operational capability
Working closely with software, hardware, RF, networking and infrastructure teams to design, integrate and deliver multidisciplinary systems
Identifying and managing technical risks, system dependencies and integration challenges, using experimentation, modelling and testing to de-risk delivery
Working directly with users, partners and stakeholders to ensure systems meet operational needs and perform effectively in real-world environments
Mentoring engineers and contributing to the continuous improvement of Rowden’s systems engineering practices, tooling and ways of working

In-depth knowledge and experience in the practical application of model-based and agile systems engineering tools and techniques
Experience across the full systems engineering lifecycle using a range of development approaches
A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering or technical subject
Experience working across software, hardware and networked systems
Track record of effectively mentoring and coaching team members
Extensive experience working within delivery teams to ensure successful outcomes in challenging and complex projects
Proven analytical thinker, problem solver and decision maker and has strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of supporting all levels of the organisation
Highly Desirable Experience: A background in regulated sectors delivering complex connected systems, such as defence, national security, telecommunications, financial services, or automotive industries
Designing, deploying and supporting solutions to/at the far-edge in denied, disrupted, intermittent or lossy communication environments
Chartered Engineer status

We are committed to building a flexible, inclusive, and enabling company. Our aim is to create a diverse team of talented people with unique skills, experience, and backgrounds, so please apply and come as you are!
We also recognise the importance of flexible working and support this wherever we can. We typically operate a flexible, hybrid-working model, with an average 3 days in the office each week (dependent on the role).
We welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility, part-time working requirements and/or workplace adjustments with all our applicants.
Rowden is a Disability Confident Committed company, and we actively encourage people with disabilities and health conditions to apply for our roles. Please let us know your requirements early on so that we can make sure you have everything you need up front to help make the recruitment process and experience as easy as possible.
If you feel that you don’t meet all the criteria included above but have transferable skills and relevant experience, we’d still love to hear from you!