Requirements Systems Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Wimborne Minster; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering organization is seeking a Requirements Systems Lead to join their innovative team in Wimborne. This role involves driving the development of advanced aerospace systems, managing system requirements, and leading process improvements while enjoying competitive compensation and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working: 3 days onsite, 2 from home

9-day fortnight

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus linked to performance

Employer pension contributions up to 8%

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Systems Engineering, especially in aerospace.
• Familiar with product lifecycle and design reviews.
• Willing to achieve DFSS Green Belt certification within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Drive requirements management, system architecture, and integration.
• Lead the migration from CRADLE to DOORS NG.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system design and integration.

Skills

Systems Engineering Expertise

Strong Communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Engineering

INCOSE Membership

DFSS Green Belt Certification

Tools

DOORS NG

CRADLE

CAMEO

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Requirements Systems Lead

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Wimborne

Who We Are & What's on Offer

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading global engineering organisation seeking a Requirements Systems Lead to join their dynamic, innovative team in Wimborne. Working across global teams, you'll liaise with key stakeholders to deliver high-value Systems Engineering outputs that underpin full product lifecycle development.

Where You'll Make an Impact

As a Requirements Systems Lead, you'll drive the research and development of advanced aerospace systems - including aircraft refuelling and weapons release/storage. You'll lead requirements management, system architecture, and integration, playing a pivotal role in migrating requirements processes from CRADLE to DOORS NG.

Key Responsibilities

• Bid & Proposal Support: Review customer requirements, contribute to estimates, and assess risks.
• Requirements & Systems Management: Develop, allocate, and manage system requirements and specs; act as the Systems Engineering SME across multiple programmes.
• Tool & Process Leadership: Lead the CRADLE to DOORS NG migration, including training, planning, and administration. Drive SE process standardisation and continuous improvement.
• Collaboration & Development: Collaborate with cross-functional global teams on system design, integration, and reviews. Lead process development, training, and mentoring within SE.

The Essentials You'll Need

• Qualifications & Membership: Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline. INCOSE membership or equivalent.
• Systems Engineering Expertise: Proven Systems Engineering experience, ideally aerospace. Skilled with DOORS NG and CRADLE; familiar with MBSE using CAMEO.
• Product Lifecycle & Technical Knowledge: Experienced in full product lifecycle and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR). Knowledge of DFM, DFMEA, RCCA principles.
• Continuous Improvement & Certification: DFSS Green Belt certified or willing to achieve within 12 months.
• Communication & Leadership: Strong communicator with proven ability to influence and mentor.

Your Compensation & Perks

• Hybrid working: 3 days onsite, 2 from home (post probation)
• 9-day fortnight (subject to business needs)
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Annual bonus linked to performance
• Employer pension contributions up to 8%
• Ongoing training and career development

Ready to Soar?

If you're an experienced Requirements Systems Lead ready to lead cutting-edge aerospace projects, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to take the next step.