Senior System Engineer

Antal International is partnering with a leading Italian multinational defence organization to support strategic programs in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 localization and capability-building initiatives.

We are currently seeking a Senior System Engineer to support upcoming defence projects in KSA.

The Senior System Engineer will be responsible for the end-to-end design, system integration, testing, deployment, and technical support of complex military and defence land platforms equipped with advanced electronic payloads such as Radar, Electronic Warfare (EW), C2, and Communication systems.

Salary - OPEN

Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)

Department: Engineering / Field Integration

Function: System Design Integration Deployment Customer Support

What You'll Do

Platform & System Design

• Review and analyze customer requirements
• Lead design solutions for key subsystems (ICT, power systems, HVAC, telescopic masts, stabilization)
• Draft technical documentation, wiring diagrams, specifications, and bills of material
• Integration & Testing
• Install, configure, and integrate payloads and subsystems
• Execute system integration, functional testing, and upgrades
• Support factory and site acceptance tests (FAT/SAT)

Project & Customer Support

• Act as technical lead between HQ (e.g., Rome) and local KSA teams
• Understand customer needs and translate them into engineering actions
• Coordinate with suppliers for procurement and delivery
• Perform site inspections, setup, and troubleshooting

Training & Field Operations

• Provide on-the-job training (OJT) to customers and technicians
• Produce technical intervention and status reports
• Support local service teams with issue resolution

What You Bring

Experience

5+ years in systems engineering, integration, or field deployment of land platform systems

Experience with complex electronic systems in defense, radar, EW, C2, or similar domains

Technical Skills

• Strong background in electrical, mechatronic or mechanical engineering
• Understanding of ICT, networking, Linux, RF systems, and PLCs
• Experience with RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators)
• Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools

Core Competencies

• Excellent English communication, both written and spoken
• Customer-facing experience and strong problem solving
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering