Full time

Systems Engineer - Advanced Targeting - All Levels

Posted by Leonardo • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

📍 Edinburgh, Scotland 🕒 January 30, 2026

About the Role

Job Description:

Your impact

Are you an experienced Systems Engineer ready to take on some of the most advanced electro-optic and infrared (EO/IR) systems in the world? At Leonardo, we are looking for professionals who can apply their expertise to deliver cutting-edge EO/IR capabilities across a diverse range of projects, from lasers and imaging to detection, tracking, control systems, and navigation.

Your work could contribute to:

  • Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) – Future Generation Electro-Optical Targeting products

  • Laser Direct Energy Weapons Systems like Dragonfire

  • Infra-Red Counter Measures (IRCM) systems

  • Laser target designators and ranging systems

  • We are recruiting for a range of Systems Engineers. Based on your skills and experience, we’ll match you to the most impactful projects where you can thrive and grow.

    What you will do as an EO/IR Systems Engineer

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