Principal Systems Engineer: Defense Systems Leader

TipTopJob

Maidenhead

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

TipTopJob is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer based onsite in Maidenhead to lead the Systems discipline and oversee multi-disciplinary work across the lifecycle. You will define stakeholder requirements, drive early solutions, and ensure alignment with customer expectations and security standards.

The role requires a strong background in Systems Engineering, embedded development, and leading teams through design reviews and supplier engagements.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or equivalent industry experience.
  • Proven Systems Engineering expertise with ISO/IEEE/IEC standards and V lifecycle.
  • Strong documentation skills with tools such as DOORS, UML, Enterprise Architect and SysML.

Responsibilities

  • Represent the Systems discipline as a senior leader overseeing complex work packages and ensuring timely delivery.
  • Collaborate with Engineering Project Leads to meet project obligations within budget and schedule.
  • Develop and deliver high-quality Systems Engineering artefacts across the product lifecycle.
  • Provide technical direction and influence across multiple projects ensuring optimal solutions and designs.
  • Lead internal and external design reviews presenting to senior management and customers.
  • Manage external suppliers and customers ensuring compliance with processes and objectives.

Skills

Systems Engineering
ISO/IEEE/IEC standards
V lifecycle
DOORS
UML
Enterprise Architect
SysML
embedded development
leadership

Education

Engineering degree
Mathematics
Physics

Tools

DOORS
UML
Enterprise Architect
SysML

Job description

TipTopJob is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer based onsite in Maidenhead to lead the Systems discipline and oversee multi-disciplinary work across the lifecycle. You will define stakeholder requirements, drive early solutions, and ensure alignment with customer expectations and security standards.

The role requires a strong background in Systems Engineering, embedded development, and leading teams through design reviews and supplier engagements.

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