Jobs
My ads
My job alerts
Sign in
Find a job Career Tips Companies
Find

Principal systems engineer

Bushbury
Safran Actuation Systems
Systems engineer
Posted: 9h ago
Offer description

Plan and execute Systems Engineering work packages as part of an integrated product team.
Capable of working autonomously while understanding the broader context of the role within the organization. Additionally, the Systems Engineer should possess the ability to engage in discussions regarding relevant processes and demonstrate an understanding of the impact of changes to these processes, policies, and procedures.

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's 'World's best companies 2024' ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.
Principal Systems Engineer
Wolverhampton
Hybrid

At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.
We are looking for talented individuals to join our Engineering GDS team as a Principal Systems Engineer at our Wolverhampton site.

About Safran Actuation Systems UK

Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Engineering GDS team as Principal Systems Engineer at our Wolverhampton site.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:

*Early finish on Fridays
*Competitive salary, annual bonus, pay review
*25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
*Strong Pension scheme, life assurance
*Professional development, ongoing training
*Private Medical

Your Role

Plan and execute Systems Engineering work packages as part of an integrated product team.
Capable of working autonomously while understanding the broader context of the role within the organization. Additionally, the Systems Engineer should possess the ability to engage in discussions regarding relevant processes and demonstrate an understanding of the impact of changes to these processes, policies, and procedures.

*Coordinating requirements management for a project.
*Understanding, interpreting, and clarifying customer requirements.
*Ensuring the traceability of product design specifications to customer requirements.
*Developing product specifications based on customer requirements, cascading specifications from system level to component level, and verifying/validating product performance.
*Developing system architecture models using graphical modeling approaches and conducting trade-off analyses to identify optimized solutions.
*Supporting the development of system planning documents, specification documents, requirements verification procedures, and acceptance procedures.
*Ensuring that product design and development, conducted by different functional disciplines, aligns with the requirements.
*Identifying and addressing technical risks and implementing risk mitigation strategies throughout the program's lifecycle.
*Interfacing with customers, subcontractors, and business partners regarding product design requirements, product development, and product acceptance.

Get involved:

We have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today.
Essential

* Systems Engineering Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in systems engineering principles,
including Systems Thinking, System Lifecycles, Requirements Definition, and System Architecting.

* Proficiency in Systems Modeling Language (SysML): Demonstrated expertise and practical experience in utilizing SysML for system architecture modeling, requirements specification, and
analysis.
* Initiative and Innovation Catalyst: Proven ability to drive and champion new initiatives, while fearlessly challenging existing ideas.

Desirable

* Operates with the utmost personal integrity.
* Demonstrates the ability to work independently, remain composed under pressure, and adapt to change.
* Utilizes a logical approach to technical problem resolution and decision-making. Demonstrates commitment to sharing knowledge.
* Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Demonstrates cross-cultural awareness.
* Driven by adherence to process compliance.

TPBN1_UKTJ

Apply
Create E-mail Alert
Job alert activated
Saved
Save
Similar job
Senior systems engineer
Stafford
Permanent
Systems engineer
Similar job
Principal systems engineer
Wolverhampton (West Midlands)
Safran Actuation Systems
Systems engineer
Similar job
Senior rail systems engineer & integration lead
Birmingham (West Midlands)
WSP
Systems engineer
€150,000 - €200,000 a year
See more jobs
Similar jobs
It jobs in West Midlands
jobs West Midlands
jobs Bushbury
jobs England
Home > Jobs > It jobs > Systems engineer jobs > Systems engineer jobs in West Midlands > Principal Systems Engineer

About Jobijoba

  • Career Advice
  • Company Reviews

Search for jobs

  • Jobs by Job Title
  • Jobs by Industry
  • Jobs by Company
  • Jobs by Location
  • Jobs by Keywords

Contact / Partnership

  • Contact
  • Publish your job offers on Jobijoba

Legal notice - Terms of Service - Privacy Policy - Manage my cookies - Accessibility: Not compliant

© 2026 Jobijoba - All Rights Reserved

Apply
Create E-mail Alert
Job alert activated
Saved
Save