Principal System Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence company in Luton seeks a Principal System Engineer to define cutting-edge submarine systems architecture. The role demands a strong understanding of systems engineering and the ability to mentor engineers. Join to contribute to significant UK defence programmes while enjoying a hybrid working arrangement.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of systems engineering lifecycle.
• Experience in Defence, Nuclear, Telecoms or Automotive.
• Track record of working on early-stage systems architecture.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Systems engineering lifecycle

Architectural design

Mentoring

Education

STEM degree

INCOSE membership

Job description

Principal System Engineer, Luton, Bedfordshire

Client: Anson McCade

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 8

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!