Principal System Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading UK defense contractor seeks a systems architect to define advanced submarine systems architecture. The role combines technical leadership with mentoring of engineers, supporting design compliance and proposals. Ideal candidates possess a STEM degree and expertise in systems engineering within defense or related industries.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of system architectures and engineering lifecycle.
• Experience in Defence, Nuclear, Telecoms, or Automotive sectors.
• INCOSE membership or equivalent industry recognition is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain system architectures for submarine systems.
• Ensure architectural compliance with performance requirements.
• Mentor engineers and guide architectural development.

Skills

Systems engineering lifecycle

Mentoring

Defence expertise

Education

STEM degree

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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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!