Leonardo
System Engineer - Land CEMA (All Levels)
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System Engineer - Land CEMA (All Levels)
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.
About the Role
At Leonardo, you’ll contribute to the development of innovative, cutting-edge defence capabilities for UK and export customers. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support a healthy balance between business needs and individual well-being.
Your impact: As part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you’ll play a key role in defining, developing, and delivering next-generation defence systems. Collaborating with customers, partners, and stakeholders, your expertise will span the full system lifecycle—from requirements definition and solution development through to integration, verification, and in-service support.
You will directly contribute to 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 and solutions
These systems enable military users to exploit the electromagnetic spectrum, providing operational advantage while protecting friendly forces.
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for proven experience as a Systems Engineer or advanced academic research in this field. An Honours degree in science-based disciplines or equivalent is highly desirable.
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Ideal candidates will have experience in:
- Systems Engineering (e.g., problem definition, architecture, MBSE, integration, verification & validation)
- Collaboration with Safety, Security, and Reliability specialists for robust solutions
- (Desirable)
- Domain expertise in electronic warfare, Counter-IED, Counter-UAS, Software Defined Radios (SDRs)
- RF system and Software Defined Radio (SDR) experience
- Prime systems integration or system-of-systems experience
- Defence, military, or security-related programmes
- Cyber and Electromagnetic Activities (including Open Standards such as STiCS/Open CPI)
"This is not an exhaustive list"—experience in some areas or a strong attitude and willingness to learn are equally important.
Security Clearance
This role requires pre-employment security screening under the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Additional National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, including:
- Security Check (SC) eligibility requirements
- Developed Vetting (DV) qualifications
For further guidance: UK Leonardo Careers - Security & Vetting
Salary & Benefits Range
Salary: £45,000 – £81,000 (Exact placement depends on assessed grade).
Leonardo uses a grade-based salary framework with flexible bands.
Why Join Leonardo?
We prioritise people’s wellbeing, career growth, and work-life balance, offering a comprehensive benefits package:
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- Time to Recharge: Generous annual leave + option to accrue 12 flexi-days per year.
- Secure Your Future: Award-winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution).
- Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, inclusive networks (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing & Ethnicity groups).
- Rewarding Performance: Bonus scheme for all eligible employees.
- Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera/LinkedIn Learning.
- Refer a Friend: Financial reward for successful referrals.
- Tailored Perks: Up to £500/year for flexible benefits (healthcare, tech discounts, gym memberships).
- Flexible Working: Hybrid options + tailored part-time solutions.
Get a full overview of our benefits: Leonardo UK Careers
Company Culture
As a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security, Leonardo employs 53,000+ people worldwide, including 8,500 across 9 UK sites. We foster an inclusive, accessible, and diverse environment where innovation thrives.
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Location: GB – Basildon (with options in Bristol/Southampton) Contract Type: Permanent Working Arrangement: Hybrid
Apply today to shape the future of defence technology!
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