Engineering the Full Life‑Cycle: From Concept to Capability!

We are looking for a Systems Engineer with an interest in Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) and System Safety to help ensure our systems are safe, reliable, and mission ready throughout their entire lifecycle. The role combines systems engineering, lifecycle support, and safety work in challenging projects within the defence and safety-critical domain.

Your responsibilities

Systems Engineering

• Develop and manage system requirements throughout the V-model

• Define system architecture, interfaces, and integration activities

• Plan and support verification and validation

• Work closely with hardware, software, and manufacturing teams

Integrated Logistic Support (ILS)

• Define and drive the ILS strategy across the system lifecycle

• Perform LSA activities such as FMECA, RCM, and LORA

• Develop maintenance and support concepts

• Contribute to technical documentation, spares, tools, and training

• Monitor key metrics such as availability, MTBF, and MTTR

System Safety & RAMS

• Perform safety and hazard analyses and maintain hazard logs and safety cases

• Conduct RAMS and reliability analyses

• Support design reviews, audits, and certifications

• Contribute to bids, technical documentation, and project deliveries

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Systems Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related field

• Experience as a Systems Engineer, preferably with ILS, safety, or safety-critical systems

• Knowledge of LSA methods and system safety principles

• Ability to communicate technical topics clearly

Nice to have

• Experience with S-series standards (S1000D, S2000M, S3000L)

• RAMS or reliability tools, MBSE/SysML

• Background from defence, aerospace, maritime, energy, or other safety-critical industries

You don’t need to meet every requirement – we still encourage you to apply.

Location

Nøtterøy until summer 2026, then newly renovated offices in Skoppum, Vestfold, Norway.

We offer

• An agile, innovative, and collaborative work environment

• Meaningful projects supporting allied military users

• Strong opportunities for professional and personal development

Our core values are respect, openness and trust – the foundation of everything we do.

As part of our team, you will join a culture that encourages initiative, innovation and new ways of thinking. Our mission is to develop and deliver systems to our allied military users, with a strong emphasis on protection and precision. You will be part of an organisation that is rapidly evolving, socially relevant and committed to environmental responsibility.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Rheinmetall Nordic AS has been an established player in the Nordic region for over half a century, located in Nøtterøy, Vestfold. The company works closely with the Armed Forces and world-leading technology companies to develop capabilities for current and future needs. Rheinmetall Nordic AS is a subsidiary of Rheinmetall AG, which has more than 30,000 employees worldwide and exports to over 40 countries.

As part of Rheinmetall AG, Rheinmetall Nordic AS has access to cutting-edge technologies and expertise, as well as international career opportunities. The company specializes in high-performance observation, target acquisition, fire control systems, and weapon accessories. A top-tier engineering department keeps Rheinmetall Nordic at the forefront of global defence technology, making it an ideal strategic partner for both military users and the defence industry in developing new capabilities for the world’s armed forces.

At Rheinmetall Nordic, you will be part of a highly qualified, multidisciplinary team of dedicated colleagues developing the next generation of defence products. You will receive thorough training in our products and working methods.

Rheinmetall Nordic AS is empowered by its diverse workforce. We foster a positive working environment where equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our success. We believe diversity creates value, attracts talent, and makes life more interesting. We therefore encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, including race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, and more.

The skillset listed in this vacancy serves as a guideline and describes the ideal candidate. However, even if you don’t tick every box, you may still be the right person for the role – so we encourage you to apply if you believe you have what it takes.

Security Culture and Clearance
We maintain a strong security culture and work systematically to protect people, information, and assets. As part of this, relevant candidates will undergo background checks, and the selected candidate must be eligible for security clearance in accordance with applicable national requirements.