Lead Integration Engineer

  • Matchtech
  • Jan 21, 2026
Full time Government

Job Description

My client is a leader in the Defence & Security sector! They're seeking a passionate and dedicated Functional Integration Lead Engineer to join their Integration and System Validation team. This is a unique opportunity to work on complex Defence systems within a motivated team environment!



Key Responsibilities:

  • Planning the delivery of proving tests to meet programme maturity milestones and support timely clearance certification for trials activities
  • Collaborating with systems and design teams to derive test requirements ensuring comprehensive system level test coverage
  • Overseeing the generation of test instructions, test reports, and supporting safety documentation/processes
  • Integrating multiple variants of subsystems in trials and operational configurations
  • Supporting integration of trials test equipment for use across proving activities
  • Coordinating with design teams to diagnose problems and determine design solutions
  • Supporting trials defect investigations and analysing data as required
  • Defining test and trials equipment requirements


Job Requirements:

  • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in electrical/electronic engineering or similar
  • Good understanding of hardware/software integration and test activities
  • Familiarity with general commercial lab test equipment
  • Experience with data analysis tools/methods
  • Experience or personal interest in scripting (e.g., Python or similar)
  • Creativity and practicality to work with complex problems and derive logical solutions
  • Adaptability and innovation in a varied and often fast-paced role


Benefits:

  • Company bonus (based on performance)
  • Comprehensive pension scheme with employer and employee contributions
  • Opportunity for paid overtime
  • Up to 15 additional flexi leave days
  • Flexible working arrangements where possible
  • Enhanced parental leave benefits
  • Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals and free car parking


If you are an enthusiastic Integration Engineer looking for a challenging role where you can make a significant impact, I would love to hear from you!

Apply now to join our client's dynamic team!