Principal Systems Engineer - Architecture

Anson McCade Ltd - IT and Finance Recruitment; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence sector is looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to lead the definition of submarine systems architecture. The role entails extensive involvement from design through to commissioning, mentoring engineers, and ensuring architectural integrity. This hybrid position offers an attractive salary package in a vibrant sector.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of systems engineering lifecycle, especially in early concept/design.
• Experience in Defence, Nuclear, Telecoms, or Automotive.
• Track record in early-stage systems architecture.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain logical, physical, and functional system architectures.
• Ensure architectural compliance with design and performance requirements.
• Provide expert input from design to commissioning.

Skills

Systems engineering lifecycle

Architecture compliance

Mentoring

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Hybrid WORKING

Location: United Kingdom (West Midlands – Coventry) Type: Permanent

Principal Systems Engineer – Architecture
Location: Coventry – Hybrid working available
Salary: £55,000 - £62,500

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!
Reference: AMC/RKI

Postcode: CV7

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