thermal systems engineer jobs in Somerset

You will work in a supportive environment where people feel valued and are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

You will have the opportunity to work on UK and multinational projects that are pivotal to the future success of MBDA and the security of the UK.

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with deep experience delivering requirements-based testing, IVVQ campaigns, and end-to-end trials across complex, safety- and mission-critical defence systems. You’ll lead laboratory, rig, field, and sea trials, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance, certification, and airworthiness objectives are met across development cycles. This...

You will be tasked to work alongside existing and new clients to provide support on technical queries. The successful candidate will run their own diary and will be required to occasionally travel to sites in the UK or exhibitions. The ideal candidate will be electrically qualified (HNC/ NVQ/ HND etc), have experience working with a CMS system and able to work independently when needed.

You will be the technical architect for control strategies, moving beyond simple PID loops to implement robust, high-performance control laws capable of operating in demanding environments and high-dynamic manoeuvres. What will be your responsibilities:

You will lead teams that use Systems thinking to analyse, assess and develop ways to mitigate safety, environmental and cyber threats across Aerospace, Defence, Security and Technology markets.

You will have the opportunity to work for leading global consultancy who work across a wide variety of projects with a top reputation for their design and engineering expertise.

You will take responsibility for the technical leadership during the design and development and support of our products. Take the lead, progressing the design, development, design proving, test etc as part of a multi-disciplined team. Principal Systems Engineer will be based at our Barnstaple site.

You will need to be experienced in Servicing Fire Alarm, CCTV and Access Control Systems and ideal be based South of Bristol What you will doing: - Attend to calls for maintenance (on site and or by telephone) as directed by team co-ordinators - Rectify all faults on the first visit where rectification is within your control.

Job Description ??Location:Bristol ??Salary:£70,000 £80,000 + benefits A leading engineering consultancy supporting complex UK Government and Defence programmes is seeking an experiencedPrincipal Systems Engineering Consultantto provide technical leadership, shape strategy, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions across the full Systems Engineering lifecycle. Key Responsibilities -...

You will support the design, development and delivery of secure systems, working from requirements analysis through to architecture, implementation, test and integration.

You will bring structured engineering thinking, strong communication skills and the ability to deliver high quality work independently or as part of a team.

Job Description Field Engineer - Fire Systems (Gent / Small Works / Panels) *** Ex-Military Engineers considered and welcomed*** £37,000 - £44,000 DOE + Career Progression + Training + Company Vehicle (private mileage included) + Door-to-Door + Overtime + 22 days holiday Bristol Are you a Field Service Engineer with experience in fire or security systems looking to join a fast-growing company...

You will lead teams that use Systems thinking to analyse, assess and develop ways to mitigate safety, environmental and cyber threats across Aerospace, Defence, Security and Technology markets.

You will have the opportunity to work for leading global consultancy who work across a wide variety of projects with a top reputation for their design and engineering expertise.

Job Description Systems Engineer - Undergraduate Placement 2026 Salary: £23,495 Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working, but this will depend on project requirements and the need for access to specific site facilities. Security clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions...

About The Role Engineered to Protect, thats our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.Taking responsibility for a team of Systems Engineers in the design and development and support of our products. Leading the team to progress the design, development, design proving, test, commissioning, and in-service support of...

Job Description An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the growing Integration and Systems Validation team supporting the Land Ceptor project with Ground Based Trials activities for a large export programme. Salary: up to £50,000pa (depending on experience) Location: Bristol (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically, 3-5 days per week...

You will take responsibility for the design, development and support of our products.

You will be required to progress the design, development, design proving, test, commissioning and in-service support of the equipment. Senior Systems Engineer will be based at our Barnstaple site.

You will be part of a close-knit, hardworking, and highly motivated team striving to develop one of the world's most advanced Seeker and Missile technologies.

You will play a crucial role in this innovative development, witnessing the impact of your dedication and effort as the product is effectively deployed for use by the armed forces.

You will have experience in functional design and/or integration to demonstrate your understanding of the challenges of integrating complex systems into a larger / wider system context. This role will involve working with our customer to support system requirements and architecture definition whilst working internally within a multidisciplinary team to develop a product that meets this need.

You will join a team that nurtures a positive and collaborative culture, and have the opportunity to work across a wide range of areas from major defence programmes, to internal research and development studies, to hands-on laboratory experience. Work will require a combination of both independent and team working, plus offer you the flexibility for hybrid working where possible.

Job Description Bristol As a Future Products Principal Systems Engineer within the newly formed Future Products department; part of Missile Design UK: Emerging Portfolio & Capability function, you will be assigned to take on a variety of roles in support of MBDA's Vision 2040. Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload...

You will shape how we approach our programmes, considering the needs and expectations of customers, the capability of technology and third party suppliers. Day to day you'll be key in providing education, training and consultancy style, system design support to key programmes, tailored to their needs to ensure maximum benefit is obtained from best practice use.