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Join a leading defence organisation as a Systems Engineer in Photonics & Acoustics R&D. Collaborate on rapid prototypes and cutting-edge technologies. Work on systems integration, prototyping, and low-TRL technology development.
Key Highlights
Hands-on, mid-senior role
Rapid prototypes and cutting-edge technologies
Systems integration, prototyping, and low-TRL technology development
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
£50,000–£65,000 salary
2.5% bonus
Hybrid work model
Relocation support available
Job Description
Systems Engineer – Photonics & Acoustics
Location: Chelmsford, Essex (Hybrid)
Salary: £50,000–£65,000 + 2.5% bonus
A leading defence organisation is looking for a Systems Engineer to join their Photonics & Acoustics R&D team based in Chelmsford. This is a hands-on, mid-senior role working on rapid prototypes and cutting-edge technologies in photonics, acoustics, sensors, and multi-domain communications.
You’ll be part of a highly innovative R&D environment, collaborating across teams to take early-stage concepts through to practical demonstrators, with exposure to bids, programme work, and applied technology development.
What we’re looking for:
- Degree or higher in Physics, Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Photonics, or similar.
- Experience in systems integration, prototyping, or low-TRL technology development.
- Ideally familiar with optical communications, fibre optics, lasers, RF/mm-wave, or sensor/imaging systems.
- Mid-senior level with some project ownership and mentoring or coaching experience.
- Ability to transition research or academic expertise into practical industrial delivery.
Working Model: Hybrid, based out of Chelmsford, with relocation support available.
For further information feel free to reach me at 02895213213, or simply apply!
Reference: AMC/RKI
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