Principal Systems Engineer (IVV)

TN United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading player in the defence and security sector is seeking a Principal Engineer in Systems Engineering to join their team in Coventry. This permanent role focuses on Integration, Verification & Validation, supporting crucial submarine projects for national defence.

Qualifications

• Experience in Requirements and Integration Verification and Validation (IVV) of products.
• Attained or progressing towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
• Experience working with submarines.

Responsibilities

• Capture and agree on technical requirements according to company processes.
• Deliver compliant technical solutions meeting contractual requirements.
• Provide specialist technical input and support to projects.

Skills

Systems Test Experience

Test Facilitation

Defect Handling

Test Specification Authoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

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Coventry, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

Job Description:

Job summary

Our client, a leading player in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Engineer in Systems Engineering, focusing on Integration, Verification & Validation, to join their expanding team in Coventry.

Key skills required for this role

Important

Strong systems test experience including the development of test practices.

This permanent role is crucial to supporting ongoing submarines projects, which contribute significantly to national defence and security initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Capture and agree on technical requirements in accordance with company and programme processes.
2. Deliver compliant technical solutions that meet contractual requirements and regulations.
3. Generate and control design change documentation in line with company processes.
4. Provide specialist technical input, reviews, and support to projects beyond the immediate scope.
5. Utilise systems experience for both tactical and strategic development of engineers and supporting functions.

Job Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in a STEM subject.
2. Experience in Requirements and Integration Verification and Validation (IVV) of products.
3. Proficiency in test facilitation.
4. Experience in handling defects in test reports.
5. Skill in authoring test specifications.
6. Attained or progressing towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
7. Experience working with submarines.

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