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Systems Engineer - Post Flight tools Engineer

Hudson Shribman
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR41AH, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for an Electronic Warfare Data Analyst / Post-Flight Tools Engineer at a leading defence organization.
  • Candidates should have a background in Electronic Warfare, Signal Processing, Aerospace, or Defence, along with strong programming skills in Python or MATLAB.
  • The role involves developing custom tools for post-flight data analysis, interpreting complex signal and sensor data, and collaborating with various teams.
  • The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills and an analytical mindset, with experience in working with mission data or flight test logs.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, and candidates are expected to have at least 3 years of relevant experience.
Electronic Warfare Data Analyst / Post-Flight Tools Engineer

Systems Engineer - Post Flight Tools Engineer

Are you a data-savvy engineer or analyst with a passion for solving real-world defence challenges?

We’re seeking a highly capable Electronic Warfare Analyst / Post-Flight Tools Engineer to join a leading defence organisation working on mission-critical systems. You’ll work closely with customers to develop bespoke tools and frameworks for post-flight mission data analysis, supporting real-time improvements to Electronic Warfare performance and capabilities.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that shape national defence outcomes, while developing solutions that make sense of complex electronic signals and sensor data from flight missions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Engage directly with clients and end-users to understand mission analysis requirements

  • Design and develop custom tools (in Python, MATLAB, or similar) to process post-flight data

  • Interpret signal and sensor data from EW and airborne platforms

  • Create intuitive workflows that provide insights from mission logs

  • Collaborate with engineering, test, and R&D teams on solution delivery

  • Contribute to continuous improvement of post-flight analysis frameworks and methods

Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Background in Electronic Warfare, Signal Processing, Aerospace, or Defence

  • Strong programming/data skills (Python, MATLAB, or equivalent)

  • Experience working with mission data, flight test logs, or similar

  • Analytical mindset with the ability to translate technical data into actionable outputs

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

  • (Desirable) Knowledge of RF systems, radar, or spectrum operations

  • (Bonus) Active or recent Security Clearance (SC/DV)

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