Model Based Systems Engineer

Job Description

As a Model Based Systems Engineer, you will join our Birmingham team to support our activities within the aerospace engineering sector

You will support the development of complex aerospace systems, working across requirements management and model-based systems engineering (MBSE). This role involves applying existing product knowledge to new programmes, ensuring robust system design aligned with industry standards such as DO-254

• Location: Birmingham
• On Site: Hybrid (3 days per week)
• Clearance: Clearable 
• Experience Level: Mid to Senior (5+ years experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage system requirements throughout the engineering lifecycle
• Apply MBSE methodologies using tools such as CAMEO
• Support system modelling activities and ensure alignment with design requirements
• Leverage existing product knowledge to support integration into new programmes

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Strong experience in systems design and requirements management
• Proven experience with MBSE and modelling tools (CAMEO preferred)
• Ability to work across complex engineering environments
• Experience applying structured engineering processes and standards

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
• Experience working within aerospace or regulated engineering sectors
• Understanding of DO-254 or similar aerospace standards

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with motor drives or electrical systems
• Knowledge of integrating existing products into new system architectures
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills

Additional Information

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.