Principal Systems Engineer

Ultra; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Maritime Systems Engineer and Project Engineering Lead, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Royal Navy and global allies. This hybrid position offers the chance to lead multidisciplinary teams in developing cutting-edge systems for naval forces. With a commitment to flexible working arrangements, you will enjoy a balanced work-life experience while contributing to innovative solutions that safeguard the seas. Your expertise in systems engineering and complex product development will be crucial in shaping the future of naval warfare.

Benefits

Optional 9-day fortnight

TOIL and flexible hours

Early Friday finish

Annual bonus

Hybrid working options

Casual dress code

25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown

Holiday purchase/sale options

Private healthcare options

Life insurance (4x salary)

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering management and team leadership.
• Expertise in systems engineering across software, electrical, and mechanical domains.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering across product development and provide leadership.
• Engage in hands-on engineering and support customer meetings.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Engineering Management

Team Leadership

Complex Product Development

Risk Management

Trade-off Analysis

Security Awareness

Job description

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower naval forces worldwide. Our extensive portfolio of capabilities is utilized on naval fleets across allied navies globally.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we develop advanced specialist systems that give our 'five-eyes' Defence customers an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing naval mission execution.

We thrive on collaboration, partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our solutions include state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Flexible Working

At Ultra Maritime, we support flexible working arrangements to balance your personal and professional life. Whether you prefer hybrid, remote, or on-site work, we accommodate your needs.

Enjoy flexible hours, including a 9-day fortnight at Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth, extended weekends, flexible start and finish times, and TOIL options. We value integrity, transparency, and alignment, trusting our people to deliver results.

Job Description

This role offers an opportunity to establish yourself as a Maritime Systems Engineer and Project Engineering Lead (PEL) within the UM UK Sonar Business, supporting the Royal Navy and global allies.

Reporting to the Project Manager and working closely with the Systems Design Authority and Engineering Manager, you will oversee engineering across product development, provide leadership, support customer meetings, and engage in hands-on engineering.

This Principal Systems Engineer position requires experience in engineering management, team leadership, and complex product development, preferably in Maritime, with expertise in:

• Systems Engineering (Software, Electrical, Mechanical)
• Designing complex products
• Systems design and development lifecycle
• Trade-off analysis and technology insertion
• Supporting in-service products and quality issues
• Engineering scheduling and estimation
• Risk management
• Managing multidisciplinary teams
• Security, export control, health & safety awareness

Sonar experience is advantageous but not essential. The role is hybrid, with on-site work at Greenford three days a week and occasional travel. The selection process involves a two-stage interview: a video call with the Head of Systems Engineering and an on-site interview with the Project and Engineering Managers.

Benefits

• Optional 9-day fortnight
• TOIL and flexible hours
• Early Friday finish
• Annual bonus
• Hybrid working options
• Casual dress code
• 25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown
• Holiday purchase/sale options
• Private healthcare options via salary sacrifice
• Discount rewards hub
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Pension scheme (5% employer, 4% employee, flexible contributions)

Additional Information

We offer relocation support on a case-by-case basis, considering HMRC guidelines. Candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance. Ultra Maritime values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and ensuring equal opportunities.