System Engineer (Integration and Test)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Systems Engineer, focussed on Integration & Test, to join a team developing advanced flight simulation systems used by pilot training operations around the world. You will play a key role in system integration, verification, and validation, ensuring these complex simulators meet rigorous operational standards and customer requirements. This is a hands-on position at the heart of a major transformation programme, ideal for someone who is highly motivated, customer-focused, and eager to implement change.   Key Responsibilities - Contribute to the integration of hardware and software subsystems into cohesive flight simulation systems. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and execute integration procedures. - Diagnose and resolve integration issues, optimizing system configurations for performance and reliability. - Define and execute test plans to verify functionality, safety, and regulatory compliance. - Develop and conduct test procedures to validate the accuracy and reliability of flight simulation systems. - Respond to issues identified during testing or customer feedback. - Troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and technical support to resolve complex system problems quickly.   Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or a related field (Master’s a plus). - Proficiency in system integration, hardware/software interfaces, and performance testing. - Experience with simulation tools and platforms (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, RTOS). - Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical/problem-solving abilities. Benefits - Discretionary Annual Bonus - 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days. - Private medical insurance (optional family cover). - Pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution. - Life assurance (4x salary, flexible up to 10x). - Group income protection. - Flexible benefits including healthcare cash plan, dental cover, gym membership, critical illness cover, and cycle-to-work scheme. - Employee assistance programme for mental health and wellbeing support. - Subsidised staff restaurant and on-site parking with electric vehicle charging stations.   Additional Information - Primarily office-based (four days a week) with regular lab and simulator facility interaction. - Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.   This is a unique opportunity to contribute to next-generation flight simulation technology, working with cutting-edge systems that enhance pilot training and aviation safety worldwide.   TT


  • Location: West Sussex,England
  • Salary: Competitive
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: Holt Recruitment
  • Posted: 20-Apr-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com