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Chief Systems Engineer - Precision Guidance

📍 Location
Basildon
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
June 07, 2026

About the Role

Job Description: Leonardo has an exciting opportunity within the Integrated Sensing and Protection (ISP) business for a Chief Systems Engineer operating within the Precision Guidance business area at our site in Basildon.

Role Overview

As a senior technical leader, you will support strategically important programmes and act as the focal point for Systems Engineering governance and capability development. You will influence the business area’s long-term success by embedding Systems Thinking, ensuring coherent architectures, and setting a clear technical vision.

Key Responsibilities

  • Influence the development, structure and quality of engineering artefacts across the FC/ASW programme, ensuring coherence, consistency and technical integrity.
  • Act as the focal point for systems engineering governance, supporting Lifecycle Management (LCM) and ensuring compliance with solid SE practices.
  • Provide expert coaching to ensure engineers fully...

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