Principal System Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in defence technology is seeking an expert in submarine systems architecture, based in Coventry with hybrid working options. The role involves defining system architectures, ensuring compliance, and mentoring engineers. Ideal candidates will have a STEM degree and a strong background in systems engineering, particularly within Defence or related industries.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of systems engineering lifecycle, especially early concept/design.
• Experience in Defence, Nuclear, Telecoms or Automotive highly valued.
• INCOSE membership or equivalent industry recognition is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain logical, physical, and functional system architectures.
• Ensure architectural compliance with design, feasibility, and performance requirements.
• Mentor engineers and guide architectural maturity development.

Skills

Systems Engineering Lifecycle

Defence Industry Knowledge

Track Record in Early-Stage Systems Architecture

Education

STEM Degree

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31.05.2025

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15.07.2025

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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!