Principal Systems Engineer

About the role

Join a leading defence technology company as a Principal Systems Engineer. You will drive the implementation of ISO 15288 processes across the full systems‑engineering lifecycle and ensure consistent engineering approaches across multi‑discipline teams.

Key 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 agreed processes and objectives.

Required profile

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or relevant industry experience.
• Proven expertise in Systems Engineering, including ISO/IEEE/IEC standards and the V‑model lifecycle.
• Strong technical documentation skills and experience with tools such as DOORS, UML, Enterprise Architect, and SysML.
• Demonstrable experience in hardware, software, or firmware development, particularly in embedded environments.
• Leadership experience, managing and coaching teams to achieve project goals.

Required skills

• ISO/IEEE/IEC standards (e.g., ISO 15288)
• V‑model lifecycle
• IBM DOORS
• UML
• Enterprise Architect
• SysML
• Embedded hardware development
• Embedded software development
• Firmware development