Sr Systems Engineer- Maritime Systems

Positiv Cohort Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime innovation company in the UK is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to spearhead the technical definition and integration of subsystems for next-generation naval platforms. This hands-on role requires collaboration across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines, ensuring technical readiness and alignment. The right candidate will have strong leadership abilities and a passion for mentoring junior engineers. An opportunity to shape cutting-edge maritime technology awaits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical development and integration of complex systems.
• Ability to collaborate across diverse engineering disciplines.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development of assigned subsystems.
• Define and manage interfaces and verification strategies.
• Collaborate across disciplines to ensure integrated solutions.
• Manage technical dependencies and risks proactively.
• Contribute to system-level testing and qualification.

Job description

Job Description

Join a team at the forefront of maritime innovation. We’re looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the technical definition, integration, and delivery of subsystems within next‑generation naval platforms. This is a hands‑on, cross‑functional role where you’ll shape architecture, define interfaces, and drive integration readiness across complex engineering domains.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the technical development of assigned subsystems, from architecture through to integration and verification.
• Define and manage interfaces, behaviours, and verification strategies to ensure system‑level alignment.
• Collaborate across disciplines—mechanical, electrical, software, and control—to deliver cohesive, integrated solutions.
• Proactively manage technical dependencies and risks, ensuring integration readiness and resolving blockers.
• Support system‑level testing and qualification, contributing to detailed planning and analysis.
• Provide technical leadership within your domain, contributing to reviews, assurance activities, and stakeholder engagement.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of knowledge sharing and technical excellence.