Overview
Expleo is seeking an experienced Systems Lead / Requirements Manager to take technical ownership of complex engineering work packages within a defence and naval technology environment.
This is a client-facing role, where you will represent Expleo in a professional engineering capacity, operating as a trusted technical partner. The position requires a self-managing, proactive individual who can operate independently while contributing to a broader delivery team.
Responsibilities
* Lead the technical direction and delivery of assigned work packages
* Act as a client-facing representative of Expleo, building strong working relationships
* Own and manage requirements across the full engineering lifecycle
* Drive requirements capture, decomposition, traceability and validation using DOORS NG
* Support integration, verification, validation (V&V), and qualification activities
* Translate early-stage prototypes into fully engineered, deployable solutions
* Provide technical leadership, mentoring and support to junior engineers and team members
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, integration and test
* Work with a high degree of autonomy, managing priorities and deliverables independently
Qualifications
* Degree, HND or equivalent in Engineering or related discipline
* Strong background in Systems Engineering within complex environments
Essential skills
* Proven experience in requirements management across the full lifecycle
* Expert-level practitioner in DOORS NG (mandatory)
* Hands‑on experience in Verification & Validation (V&V)
* Experience in electrical design and/or product development
* Ability to lead technically while remaining delivery-focused
Desired skills
* Experience within defence or naval/combat systems environments
* Familiarity with SysML modelling tools (e.g. IBM Rhapsody or equivalent)
Experience
* Demonstrated ability to operate as a self-starter in client‑facing environments
* Strong communication skills with the ability to represent an organisation professionally to clients
What do I need before I apply
Working Pattern
* Hybrid model: 2 days per week on-site in Barnstaple
* Remaining days remote (subject to project needs)
Security Requirements
* SC Clearance preferred
* Candidates must be eligible for SC and can start on BPSS clearance
Benefits
* Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
* We empower all passionate technology‑loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
* Expleo Academy – enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
* Competitive company benefits
* Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
* As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
o Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
o Communicating and promoting vacancies
o Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
o Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
o Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long‑term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people
“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.
We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive
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