System Engineer

Leonardo UK

System Engineer

Salary Not Specified

Leonardo UK, Andover, Hampshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: d566d86bfb194a0fb3b1ed9c5d9c4619

Full Job Description

The Post Design Service System Engineer will investigate Obsolescence issues and engineer solutions for replacement parts to ensure the system remains operational. You will design and commission solutions to Customer led system changes, maintain system drawings and documents as well as Ensuring the end-user's interests are represented and providing the interface with Border Force (the end-user).

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading aerospace companies. To support you in this role, we offer our award-winning flexible benefits plan, having won the Best Flexible Working Policy Award, Best Flexible Benefits Strategy and Best Flexible Benefits Plan in 2023.

What you'll do as a Post Design Service System Engineer:

PDS Engineering

  • Implement PDS Solutions.

  • Ensure Compliance to the Engineering Change Process.

  • Manage future enhancements.

  • Report on PDS activity to PDS Manager.

  • Continual Improvement of Delivered Service.


  • Business Continuity
  • Support Implementation of the Business Continuity requirements.

  • Investigate single points of expertise for knowledge transfer and capture.

  • Manage critical documents and media items storage, during Implementation (Delivery and Installation) Phase and Operations Phase.

  • Maintain effective processes and procedures are in place with the Service Desk, by providing a technical interface especially regarding service credits.


  • Technology Refresh (TR) and Obsolescence Management (OM)
  • Ensure TR and OM requirements are maintained.

  • Support TR and OM Strategies to include, Continuous Improvement Planning, and Implementation of Innovation.

  • Monitor and report on performance of PDS Activity.


  • What we need from you:
  • A dynamic engineer, capable of self time management and to engineer solutions to maintain the project.

  • Implement approved Processes, controls and tools for PDS

  • Support Technology Refresh Strategy including Technology Refresh, Continuous Improvement Planning, and Implementation of Innovation.

  • Implement Short term technology change plans.

  • Act as Interface between the end-user (Border Force) and the Programme.

  • Work with Customer and Border Force stakeholders (during transition management and PDS).

  • Delegated Authority Level

  • May develop the methods, processes and controls in place to ensure successful delivery of Post Design Services (PDS) and operational support.

    You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

    With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people., Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 7,000 are based in the UK.


  • At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

    This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

  • Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us

  • Company funded flexible benefits: We offer award-winning flexible benefits plan, having won the Best Flexible Working Policy Award, Best Flexible Benefits Strategy and Best Flexible Benefits Plan in 2023. These include; access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)

  • Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year

  • Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)

  • Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, access to Mental Health support, Financial wellbeing support, network groups (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)

  • Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme

  • Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera

  • Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member

  • Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below