Principal System Engineer

Innovate; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team in West London. This exciting role involves shaping system solutions from concept to architectural definition while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will thrive in the early stages of system development, utilizing structured systems thinking and integrating diverse engineering domains. With a focus on trade-off analysis and stakeholder communication, you will play a crucial role in driving technology progression. Enjoy benefits like early Friday finishes, annual bonuses, and comprehensive health plans in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Early Friday finishes

Time-off-in-lieu

Annual bonuses

Holiday buy/sell options

Christmas shutdown

Health plans

Dental plans

Critical illness plans

Discounts

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in defining system concepts and architecture.
• Strong understanding of the V-model in systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Define system concepts and capture system-level requirements.
• Lead system design reviews and identify risks early.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Structured Systems Thinking

Cross-Discipline Collaboration

Trade-Off Analysis

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Systems Engineering

Tools

DOORS

SysML

JAMA

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Role: Principal Systems Engineer

Location: West London, Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent

Overview

Our client is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary engineering team focused on the early phases of complex system development. Reporting to the Project Engineering Lead and working closely with the Design Authority, you will be instrumental in shaping system solutions from initial concept through to architectural definition and requirement development, supporting the progression of technology through various readiness levels.

Ideal candidates will thrive in the early stages of the V-model, with a passion for structured systems thinking and integrating diverse engineering domains such as software, hardware, and mechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Define system concepts, use cases, and architecture
• Capture and break down system-level requirements
• Run trade studies and shape early design decisions
• Lead and contribute to system design reviews
• Identify risks early and support mitigation plans
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align goals
• Maintain a strong understanding of systems engineering and the V-model
• Possess cross-discipline experience (software, hardware, mechanical)
• Be skilled in tools like DOORS, SysML, JAMA
• Excel in trade-off analysis and structured decision-making
• Communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels
• Be familiar with integration and verification planning

Benefits include early Friday finishes, time-off-in-lieu, annual bonuses, holiday buy/sell options, Christmas shutdown, health, dental, and critical illness plans, discounts, and life assurance.

Please note candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Eyes Only SC clearance.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Defense and Space Manufacturing and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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