Principal Model Based Systems Engineer (MBSE)

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Derby is seeking a Principal Model Based Systems Engineer. The role involves hands-on work, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting diverse projects across industries such as aerospace and energy. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, extensive systems engineering experience, and strong project management skills. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Experience in systems integration (mechanical/electrical/software) is beneficial.
• Hands-on experience across the system design lifecycle, preferably within aerospace.
• Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards it is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support Systems Engineering activities on various projects.
• Develop and improve requirement specifications with cross-functional teams.
• Lead the development of system architectures and solutions using MBSE.

Skills

Systems Engineering principles

Project management

Verbal/written communication

Client interaction

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in engineering, science or applied mathematics

Tools

Requirements management tools (e.g. Jama Connect, IBM DOORS)

Job description

Overview

Element is looking for a Principal Model Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) to join our Team. The MBSE will work on a range of projects across several different industries (aero, defence, energy and others) and to support the growth of our in-house capability. This position will involve plenty of hands-on work coupled with the coaching and development of more junior team members. This position is based at our Derby office.

The candidate needs to be based out of the Derby office, and in the short term (rest of 2025) may be deployed for a few days each week to a client site.

Responsibilities

Coordination and support of Systems Engineering activities on a range of projects, including:

• Requirements definition and management at system, sub-system, and equipment levels.
• Development and improvement of requirement specifications with cross-functional teams
• Leadership and support of the development of system architectures, concepts and solutions with the application of a range of tools and techniques, with a specific focus on the use of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Where required, the development of system and sub-system specifications and the identification of solutions to meet requirements
• Supporting and leading the development of project proposals, and then leading and executing projects to meet client needs
• Collaboration with and reporting to Customer representatives; and the tailoring and application of engineering initiatives, best practices, and quality processes; and contributing to Continuous Improvement
• Management and resolution of problems/queries that arise from development and qualification activity

Skills / Qualifications

• A Bachelors or Masters degree, or PhD, or in a relevant engineering, science or applied mathematics discipline
• A good understanding of, and extensive experience in, the application of Systems Engineering principles and practices (e.g. requirements management, functional analysis, concept , system design)
• Hands-on experience across the system design lifecycle, preferably within aerospace
• Experience in systems integration (mechanical/electrical/software) would be beneficial
• Good knowledge and experience of Aerospace certification standards (e.g. FAA, EASA, Parts 25 and 33) and processes (e.g. ARP 4754)
• Experience in the application of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches and tools would be an advantage
• Experience in the use of requirements management tools such as Jama Connect, IBM DOORS or similar
• Have excellent project management and verbal/written communication skills
• Ideally be a Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) or actively working towards chartership status
• Enjoy client and colleague interaction, takes responsibility for delivery, and wants the opportunity to work within a growing and dynamic engineering team

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes and as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: , , , , marital status, , , responsibility of dependents, , or or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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