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Systems Engineer - MBSE

Job type:Contract
Town/City:Reading
County:Berkshire
Salary/Rate:Up to £83 per hour + inside ir35
Business Sector:Electronic Engineering
Job ref:CDI 153893
Post Date:February 12, 2026

Job title: Systems Engineer - MBSE

Rate: £83 per day inside ir35

Contract: 6 months+

Location: Reading/Hybrid (2-3 days per week on site)

SC security clearance is required for this role

I am looking for a System Engineer within product delivery for a client of mine who are a leading tech and engineering form operating within the UK defence sector. A fantastic opportunity and drive the digital transformation of engineering at the enterprise level.

What You'll Do:

  • Own the delivery and evolution of MBSE digital capabilities-toolchains, model repositories, digital threads, and lifecycle environments.
  • Translate complex business and engineering needs into clear roadmaps and prioritized backlogs.
  • Ensure end-to-end traceability from requirements through models, simulations, and test evidence.
  • Drive adoption of model-centric practices, making models the single source of truth across programs.
  • Collaborate across engineering, digital, and supplier teams to define standards, governance, and integration strategies.
  • Lead vendor engagement, technology evaluation, and innovation in simulation, digital twins, and model verification.

What We're Looking For:

  • Proven MBSE delivery experience (SysML/UML, IBM DOORS NG, TeamCenter, simulation orchestration).
  • Strong background in aerospace, defence, or regulated safety-critical industries.
  • Strategic thinker with exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.

If you are interested in this role, please feel free to submit your CV.