Functional Systems Engineer

Copello · Bristol, South West

Functional Systems Engineer at Copello, based in Bristol, South West, paying £50,000 - £57,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£50,000 - £57,000 per annum
Location
Bristol, South West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
24 Sep 2026

Reference 3821

About the role

Systems Engineer Location – Bristol Salary – Up to £57,000 (plus benefits) Copello are seeking a Systems Engineer to join the Functional Development team supporting the growing portfolio for a defence organisation based in Bristol on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Chief Systems Engineer, you will contribute across requirements engineering, certification, and programme support, with opportunities to gain experience in multiple areas. Key Responsibilities Derive system, subsystem and software requirements from customer needs. Support system design, technical studies and requirements management. Contribute to certification activities, including evidence capture, technical investigations and Certificate of Design delivery. Support programme delivery, bid activities and stakeholder engagement, including the Poland programme. Undertake engineering change management, trade studies and system development activities. Skills & Experience Systems engineering experience, ideally within the defence sector. Experience in requirements management and systems engineering tools (e.g. DOORS, DOORS NG, Rhapsody). Ability to communicate complex technical information to a range of stakeholders. Experience of engineering change management and complex systems development. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Product line experience is advantageous. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex engineering challenges, influence customer outcomes, and develop your expertise across a broad range of systems engineering activities. Role will offer hybrid working dependant on project needs. For more information or to apply contact [email removed] or call [phone removed].  

Reference: 3821 · Posted 5 days ago · Closes 24 Sep 2026 · Listed via Copello

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