Principal Systems Engineer

Platform Recruitment Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Principal Systems Engineering Consultant. This role involves providing technical leadership, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring high-quality engineering solutions for complex government and defence projects. Candidates should have at least 5 years’ experience, expertise in requirements and engineering governance, and strong stakeholder management skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £80,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experienced Systems Engineer from a defence, government, or consultancy background.
• Expertise in Engineering Governance and supportability engineering.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Systems Engineering capability and strategic direction.
• Manage and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Provide technical assurance on complex projects.

Skills

Requirements Engineering

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Systems Architecture

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

DOORS

Job description

Location: Bristol. Salary: £70,000

£80,000 + benefits

A leading engineering consultancy supporting complex UK Government and Defence programmes is seeking an experienced Principal Systems Engineering Consultant to provide technical leadership, shape strategy, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions across the full Systems Engineering lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Systems Engineering capability and strategic direction.
• Manage and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Oversee requirements management, system architecture, MBSE, and supportability engineering.
• Provide technical assurance and governance on complex defence projects.
• Contribute to business development through technical input and client engagement.

About You

• Experienced Systems Engineer from a defence, government, or consultancy background.
• Expertise in Requirements Engineering, MBSE, ILS, and Engineering Governance.
• Familiar with UK MOD acquisition frameworks and delivery processes.
• Skilled in DOORS or similar requirements management tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Chartered Engineer (or working towards).
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)
• minimum 5 years UK residency.

Full right to live and work in the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior technical role, influence strategy, and deliver impactful engineering solutions within a growing and respected consultancy.

Apply now to play a key role in shaping future defence and government programmes.

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