Principal Systems Engineer

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of innovation, contributing to future submarine programmes and shaping the next generation of underwater technology. As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will provide expertise in Systems Engineering, coach others, and lead the development of tailored engineering practices. This role offers hybrid working arrangements, allowing you to balance personal and professional commitments while making a significant impact in the defence sector. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to mentor others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Systems Engineering with a strong understanding of the full engineering lifecycle.
• In-depth knowledge of systems engineering approaches, processes, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise and advice on Systems Engineering.
• Coach and mentor others in Systems Engineering practices.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Coaching and Mentoring

Stakeholder Communication

Engineering Lifecycle Knowledge

Education

Degree in STEM-related discipline

Job description

Job Description

Principal Systems Engineer

Location: Coventry – Hybrid and flexible working arrangements available

Salary: £51,500 - £61,500

Are you ready to make a real impact on future defence programmes? Join a dynamic team at the forefront of innovation, contributing to the foundational stages of future submarine programmes and shaping the next generation of underwater technology.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Provide subject matter expertise and advice on Systems Engineering to internal and external stakeholders

• Coach and mentor others in Systems Engineering practices

• Lead and supervise the tailoring and development of Systems Engineering practices for specific projects or programmes

• Effectively communicate and negotiate with stakeholders to ensure optimised systems development and delivery

• Work collaboratively across Engineering disciplines and other functions, absorbing and processing new domain knowledge quickly

Your Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience in Systems Engineering with a strong understanding of the full engineering lifecycle

• In-depth knowledge of systems engineering approaches, processes, and procedures

• A solid grounding in the science of engineering, including physics, chemistry, and mathematics

• Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in a STEM-related discipline

• Awareness of the disciplines that impact system design, including engineering, law, management, logistics, and politics

• Membership in a relevant professional institution and Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it)

• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and assist others

For further information, feel free to reach me at 02895213213, or simply apply!

Reference: AMC/RKI