Systems Engineer

teddington, london, United-Kingdom • Posted June 08, 2026

Job Type: Full-time
Location: teddington, london
Posted: June 08, 2026
Category: Information Technology
Application Deadline: July 18, 2026

Role Description

Our world-leading Time & Frequency department is seeking a experienced Systems Engineer with proven expertise in application of Systems Engineering principles and systems development approaches.
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join the global authority in precision timing at a defining moment for UK digital infrastructure.
Backed by a government investment of £180 million in the National Timing Centre (NTC) programme, we are developing a world-first resilient time distribution capability that will provide industry with a robust complement to satellite systems (such as GPS) which are increasingly vulnerable to disruption from solar storms, jamming and spoofing. This will underpin essential services, including Telecommunications,
Online banking,
Emergency response,
Transport networks, and
Wider digital and data-driven operations.
Together, these services fo...

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