Systems Engineer - #150676

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, UK

Industry: Aerospace, Flight Simulators

About This Opportunity

Acron Aviation Training Systems play a key role on delivering the Acron Aviation Solutions mantra of ‘Creating Safer Skies’. From our computer-based solutions all the way to our state-of-the-art Full Flight Simulators (FFS), improving the training experiencing and creating safer skies is at the heart of everything we do. Our Fixed Training Devices (FTD) and FFS feature aircraft-specific flight decks, offering the form, fit, feel, and function of the actual aircraft.

Our organisation operates in a unique marketplace where we deliver products and services to almost every continent, providing the underlying capability to many pilot training operations globally. The marketplace is competitive and requires individuals who are fast moving, customer orientated, and results driven.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Systems Engineer to join our engineering team focused on Flight Simulation Systems. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the development and lifecycle management of complex aerospace simulation systems, including pilot training devices and simulation software. This role demands a deep understanding of system requirements management, system design, architecture definition, system analysis, and the entire systems development lifecycle (SDLC) in an aerospace or high-fidelity simulation environment.

We are seeking dynamic individuals who embody our core values of agility, customer focus, ownership, and transparency. In this role, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, moving quickly to adapt and make decisions that drive progress while always keeping the customer first. You’ll demonstrate accountability by owning your objectives from start to finish, ensuring high-quality outcomes that prioritize customer needs. We value honest, open communication, so speaking candidly and providing constructive feedback is essential. Above all, teamwork is at the heart of everything we do—working together to achieve shared goals, supporting colleagues, and contributing to a positive, collaborative workplace culture.

Our Values are an integral part of who we are. We seek candidates who share our values:

• Customer First
• Own It
• Move Fast
• Speak Candidly
  
  

What We Can Offer

• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
• Private medical insurance with optional family cover
• Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution
• Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
• Group income protection
• Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• Staff car park incl. electric vehicle charging stations
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Requirements Management:
• Elicit, capture, analyze, and validate system requirements from stakeholders including customers, regulatory bodies (e.g., FAA, EASA), and internal teams.
• Maintain traceability of requirements throughout the SDLC using tools such as DOORS, Jama, or similar platforms.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• System Design & Architecture:
• Develop high-level and detailed system designs and architectures for flight simulation systems, including hardware, software, and network components.
• Define system interfaces and ensure interoperability between subsystems and third-party components.
• Create and manage system models using tools like SysML/UML or Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) frameworks.
• System Analysis:
• Perform functional and performance analysis of simulation systems, identifying potential design risks and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct trade studies to evaluate design options against performance, cost, and schedule constraints.
• Use analytical tools and simulations to verify system behaviors and performance predictions.
• Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC):
• Lead or participate in all phases of the SDLC—from concept, requirements, design, implementation, integration, verification/validation, and deployment.
• Support integration and test teams by defining verification and validation plans and criteria.
• Participate in technical reviews and audits (PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.) and contribute to configuration management and change control processes.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Experience in systems engineering within the aerospace or flight simulation industry.
• Proven experience in managing requirements and system design for complex, real-time systems.
• Familiarity with DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A, or equivalent aerospace standards is highly desirable.
• Experience with system engineering tools (e.g., IBM DOORS, Cameo Systems Modeler, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience with flight simulation systems such as FFS (Full Flight Simulators), FTD (Flight Training Devices), or other man-in-the-loop simulation environments.
• Certification or training in INCOSE Systems Engineering practices.
• Exposure to agile or hybrid development methodologies.
  
  

Additional Considerations

• May require occasional travel to customer sites or test facilities.
• Office-based with lab and simulator facility interaction.
• Must be eligible to work worldwide and obtain necessary security clearances if required.
  
  

Why join us?

• Challenging Projects: Work on the design, development, and integration of flight simulators used by top-tier aerospace organizations.
• Collaborative Environment: Engage with cross-functional teams of experts in systems, hardware, and software engineering.
• Innovative Technology: Build next-gen simulation solutions, including control systems, user interfaces, and avionics hardware.
• Career Growth: Be part of a forward-thinking company offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.
  
  

Please note: All candidates who wish to be considered for this vacancy must have the right to work in the UK.