Principal Systems Engineer

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of defence innovation, where you will play a vital role in shaping the future of submarine programmes. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in Systems Engineering, guiding teams through the complexities of the engineering lifecycle. Collaborate with diverse disciplines, mentor upcoming engineers, and contribute to groundbreaking projects. With hybrid and flexible working arrangements, this role is designed for those who are passionate about making a real impact in the field of underwater technology.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Systems Engineering and full engineering lifecycle.
• Membership in a relevant professional institution and Chartered Engineer status.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise and advice on Systems Engineering to stakeholders.
• Lead and supervise the development of Systems Engineering practices.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Stakeholder Communication

Coaching and Mentoring

Engineering Lifecycle

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in STEM-related discipline

Job description

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Location: Coventry – Hybrid and flexible working arrangements available

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!