Principal System Engineer

Matchtech; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech in Maidenhead is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to play a key role in delivering complex, high-integrity systems. You will work across the full engineering lifecycle in a leading defence technology organisation.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Systems Engineering, a background in regulated environments, and the ability to produce quality documentation. The position offers full-time onsite work with some flexibility around arrangements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Systems Engineering with a focus on lifecycle.
• Proven background in complex or regulated environments.
• Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Drive systems design, integration, and delivery.
• Develop and manage requirements, architectures, and V&V activities.
• Provide technical leadership and direction at a Principal level.

Skills

Systems Engineering lifecycle

Complex environments (defence, aerospace)

DOORS

SysML

UML

Job description

Are you an innovative Systems Engineer who thrives in a dynamic working environment? We’re supporting a leading defence technology organisation that is expanding its programme portfolio and investing in Systems Engineering capability.

As a Principal Systems Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering complex, high-integrity systems, working across the full engineering lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive systems design, integration, and delivery
• Develop and manage requirements, architectures, and V&V activities
• Apply Systems Engineering best practice aligned to the V-model / ISO standards
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams (software, hardware, firmware)
• Provide technical leadership and direction (Principal level)

Skills & Experience

• Strong experience across the Systems Engineering lifecycle
• Background in complex or regulated environments (defence, aerospace, etc.)
• Experience with tools such as DOORS, SysML, UML
• Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation and lead reviews

Additional Information

• Due to the nature of the work, this role is full-time onsite
• Flexibility available around working arrangements
• Must be eligible for SC/DV clearance

Why Apply?

• Work on high-impact, mission-critical programmes
• Opportunity to influence complex system delivery
• Clear pathway into technical leadership roles

Apply for a confidential discussion to learn more