Principal Systems Engineer

As Principal Systems Engineer you will own CCS design technically and act as the project’s technical lead to enable in-service programmes. You’ll guide design decisions, govern baselines, and coordinate stakeholders and suppliers to address risks early. Your system integration expertise will span sub-systems and software-intensive domains, driving validation and verification. Join a fast-paced In-Service Programme team where your leadership shapes critical submarine-focused projects.

• relocation support packages
• hybrid working options
• lifelong learning opportunities
• support for financial and personal wellbeing
• balanced lifestyle
• recognition and rewards

• Provide technical ownership of CCS design and lead design decisions
• Support Engineering manager to deliver in-service programmes
• Oversee project scope, manage design changes, and address risks with stakeholders and suppliers
• Lead programme-level design reviews and manage design baselines
• Ensure design governance and Certificate of Design production where required
• Review and influence technical requirements and architecture for system integration
• Provide subject matter expertise in integration, validation, and verification of software-intensive systems

• Experience in network or software engineering, preferably with an operations background
• Ability to lead on technical matters and provide expert guidance
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it
• Familiarity with DOORS and hands-on experience
• Proven experience in change management processes
• Knowledge of Combat systems (preferable if Submarine-related)
• Experience in INCOSE Systems Engineering qualifications (desirable)
• Operator-facing or operator-experience preferred (desirable)

• lead on technical issues
• ability to build consensus with stakeholders
• proactive problem solving
• DOORS
• change management
• systems engineering (INCOSE)