Principal System Engineer

JR United Kingdom; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK's defence sector is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to enhance engineering process maturity. The role involves governance, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Candidates should possess deep knowledge of governance processes and a STEM degree is desirable.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of governance processes in defence or maritime industries.
• Understanding of maritime legislation and engineering standards.
• Strong grasp of Lifecycle Management and engineering controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead process and governance advice across engineering lifecycle.
• Deliver process solutions aligned with business and compliance needs.
• Mentor engineering teams in process excellence.

Skills

Governance processes

Lifecycle Management

Engineering controls

Education

STEM degree

Job description

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Principal Systems Engineer – Process, Governance & Maturity

Location: Coventry – Hybrid working available

Play a pivotal role in shaping engineering process maturity for the UK’s most strategic defence programmes.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead process and governance advice across all phases of the engineering lifecycle

• Deliver process solutions aligned with functional, business and compliance needs

• Ensure Lifecycle Management (LCM) adherence across engineering deliverables

• Mentor and develop engineering teams in process excellence and governance maturity

Your Skills and Experience:

• Deep knowledge of governance processes in defence, maritime or similar industries

• Understanding of maritime legislation and engineering standards

• Strong grasp of Lifecycle Management and engineering controls

• STEM degree or highly regulated industry background (desirable)

For more information, reach out at 02895213213, or simply apply!