Principal Engineer - Systems - Requirements and Acceptance

TN United Kingdom; Portsmouth; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence sector is seeking a Principal Engineer specializing in Systems, Requirements, and Acceptance. This role involves maintaining partnerships, applying engineering expertise, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The position is hybrid, requiring on-site presence 1-2 days per month.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Systems Engineer in the defence sector.
• Proficiency in requirements management software such as DOORS.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining effective partnerships with stakeholders.
• Applying expertise in Requirements Systems Engineering.
• Capturing and maintaining project data.

Skills

Systems Engineer

Requirements Management

Communication

Task Management

Tools

DOORS

Job description

Principal Engineer - Systems - Requirements and Acceptance, Portsmouth

Client: Not specified

Location: Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c676a6ad1b01

Job Views: 3

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

Job summary: Principal Engineer - Systems - Requirements and Acceptance - £47.96ph UMB - Broad Oak, New Malden, Dorchester - 12 Month contract

Key skills required for this role:

• Systems Engineer - Requirements and Acceptance

Important:

Our client, a prominent player in the defence sector, is seeking a Principal Engineer specialising in Systems, Requirements, and Acceptance. This is a contract role within the maritime naval ships business unit, based in Broad Oak, New Malden, and Dorchester, with a hybrid working model requiring on-site presence 1-2 days per month.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining effective partnerships with stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and internal teams
• Applying expertise in Requirements Systems Engineering
• Using DOORS requirements management software confidently
• Contributing to a team-based environment
• Influencing within a multi-disciplinary team
• Anticipating the needs of the MOD customer as an intelligent supplier
• Capturing and maintaining project data with relevant tools and techniques
• Demonstrating flexibility in task approaches
• Ensuring commitment to SHE and quality standards

Job Requirements:

• Significant experience as a Systems Engineer in the defence sector
• Proficiency in requirements management software such as DOORS
• Experience working collaboratively
• Strong influencing and communication skills
• Effective task management and prioritisation
• Understanding data capture and maintenance processes
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards

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