Systems Engineer

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Job description

As a Systems Engineer you'll use your background within IP networking to solve varied and interesting client problems. You'll do this by performing architecture design and assurance of complex systems that are highly resilient to cyber threats.

Roke are a leading technology & engineering company with clients spanning National Security, Defence and Industry; working alongside our customers to solve their complex and unique challenges by bringing the physical and the digital together.

As a Systems Engineer you'll also investigate how emerging technologies can be utilised to increase agility and security, whilst also frequently engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders; and writing technical material for competitive bids, although this is not a pre-sales role.

This will be a client facing role so you should be a Systems Engineer that can communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels and be willing to spend time at client locations.

The Key Requirements
As well as a background in systems engineering and IP networks, you should:

• Be able to demonstrate a track record of successfully delivering solutions in complex system environments
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills
• Be able to understand, adapt and architect complex systems.

Knowledge, experience or understanding of any of the below would be a bonus:

• Cryptographic systems and/or key management
• High assurance systems involving cross domain solutions
• U.K. Defence & National Security Information Assurance systems and processes.

Built over a 60-year heritage, Roke offers specialist knowledge in sensors, communications, cyber, and AI and ML. We change the way organisations think and act - through dynamic insights from the analysis of multiple layers of data. We take care of the innovative, technical stuff that keeps everyone safe - that's our mission, passion, and motivation.

Joining a team united by purpose and ambition, you'll be at the heart of an exciting growth journey: having doubled in size over the last 4 years, we intend to double our headcount by 2027. At Roke, every individual counts. We push technical boundaries, together. We re-invest in product innovation, and we empower our people to make a difference.

Where you'll work
You'll find our Gloucester site in a business park two minutes from junction 11A of the M5; The site allows easy access to our local customer base. Set on the outskirts of the Cotswolds, you are never far from a picturesque view or lunch time walk.

Why you should join us
Operating as one Roke, there is a shared belief that everyone has a responsibility to create an environment that encourages you to bring your whole self to work; in a place where everyone has the time, trust and freedom to succeed.

We are committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion, enabled by our employee led resource groups of Women In Roke, Neurodiversity, Inspire (LGBT+) ME (Majority Ethnic), Veterans and Disability; which each contribute to making Roke a great place for people from all backgrounds to work.

Mental health and wellbeing is also important to Roke, there is a group of supportive Mental Health First Aiders to lend a listening ear for anyone who needs it; alongside a team of Mental Health First Aid Champions who help build a mentally healthy workplace, challenge stigma and support positive wellbeing.

The Benefits and Perks

• Flexi-time: Working hours to suit you and your life
• Annual bonus: Based on profit share and personal performance
• Private medical insurance: Includes cover for existing conditions
• Holiday: You'll receive competitive annual leave plus bank holidays. We also offer the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave
• Chemring Share Save: Monthly savings into a 3 or 5 year plan.

Clearances
Due to the nature of this role, we require you to be eligible to achieve DV clearance. As a result, you should be a British Citizen and have resided in the U.K. for the last 10 years.

The Next Step
Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.

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