Leonardo
System Engineer - Land CEMA (All Levels)
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System Engineer - Land CEMA (All Levels)
System Engineer – Land Cyber & Electromagnetic Activities
Want to help shape the future of defence in the electromagnetic battlespace? We are looking for talented and motivated System Engineers (at all levels) to join our growing Land Cyber and Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA) business.
At Leonardo, you’ll contribute to the development of innovative, cutting-edge capabilities for UK and export customers while benefiting from flexible working arrangements that support a healthy balance between business requirements and individual needs.
Your Impact
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of defence technology, contributing directly to advanced solutions that enhance operational effectiveness in complex and contested electromagnetic environments. As part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will play a key role in defining, developing, and delivering next-generation defence systems.
Working closely with customers, partners, and stakeholders, you will apply your expertise across the full system lifecycle, from requirements definition and solution development through to integration, verification, and in-service support.
You will contribute directly to some of the UK’s most advanced land-based defence capabilities, including:
- Land Electronic Warfare
- Counter-Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C-UAS)
- Next-generation Counter Radio Controlled Improvised Explosive Device (RC-IED) equipment
These systems enable military users to exploit the electromagnetic spectrum to generate operational advantage on the modern battlefield while protecting friendly forces.
What You’ll Bring
Proven experience as a Systems Engineer within a working environment or advanced academic research experience. Ideally, you will have:
- A science-based Honours degree or equivalent experience.
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We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in the following areas:
- Systems Engineering (e.g. problem definition, architecture, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), integration, verification & validation)
- Collaboration with safety, security, and reliability specialists to deliver robust solutions
- Domain expertise (e.g., electronic warfare, Counter IED / UAS, Software-Defined Radios)
- Experience with RF systems and Software-Defined Radios (desirable)
- Prime systems integration / system of systems (desirable)
- Experience of Defence, military, or security-related programmes (desirable)
- Cyber and electromagnetic activities – including Open Standards (STICS/Open CPI) (desirable)
This list is not exhaustive, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important traits are a strong attitude and willingness to learn.
Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, including eligibility for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).
For more information, visit: Leonardo’s Security & Vetting Page
Salary Range
£45,000 – £81,000
Note: The salary range reflects the approved grade band for this role, with potential exceptions managed through governance controls to support internal equity.
Why Join Us?
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We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package, including:
- Flexible Working: Hybrid working options, flexible hours, and support for part-time opportunities
- Time to Recharge: Up to 12 additional flexi-days per year
- Secure Your Future: Award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
- Your Wellbeing Matters: Free mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing, and Ethnicity)
- Reward Performance: Bonus scheme for employees at management level and below
- Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning
- Refer a Friend: Financial rewards through our referral programme
- Tailored Perks: Up to £500 annually on flexible benefits, including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech discounts, gym memberships, and more
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security, employing over 53,000 people worldwide, including 8,500 across 9 UK sites.
We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace, believing that diversity drives innovation and delivers better outcomes for our people and customers. If you have accessibility requirements, please let us know.
Primary Location: GB - Basildon
Additional Locations: GB - Bristol, GB - Southampton Contract Type: Permanent Work Arrangement: Hybrid
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