Principal System Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence sector is seeking a Principal System Engineer to lead the architecture of cutting-edge submarine systems. This role involves defining system architectures and mentoring engineers while ensuring compliance with performance requirements. Located in Kingston upon Hull, with hybrid working options available, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to vital defence projects.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of systems engineering lifecycle, especially early concept/design.
• Experience in Defence, Nuclear, Telecoms or Automotive.
• Track record of early-stage systems architecture.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain system architectures.
• Ensure architectural compliance with design requirements.
• Mentor engineers and guide architectural maturation.

Skills

Systems engineering lifecycle

Defence

Nuclear

Telecoms

Automotive

Leadership

Education

STEM degree

Job description

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Principal System Engineer, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Client: Anson McCade

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Coventry – Hybrid working available

Lead the definition of cutting-edge submarine systems architecture in one of the UK’s most important defence programmes.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Define and maintain logical, physical, and functional system architectures
• Ensure architectural compliance with design, feasibility, and performance requirements
• Provide expert input from design to commissioning
• Mentor engineers and guide the development of architectural maturity
• Support bids and proposals through scope and resource estimation

Your Skills and Experience:

• Deep understanding of systems engineering lifecycle, especially early concept/design
• STEM degree or experience in Defence, Nuclear, Telecoms or Automotive
• Track record of working on early-stage systems architecture
• INCOSE membership or equivalent industry recognition (desirable)

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