Job Description
Our client, a key player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a dedicated Principal Systems Engineer - Future Products to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is integral to the newly formed Future Products department, part of Missile Design UK: Emerging Portfolio & Capability function. You will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation's Vision 2040, taking on a variety of responsibilities to drive innovative solutions in a dynamic working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Engaging in early phase design cycle activities, including core Systems Engineering, business development, customer and user engagements, and technology applicability.
* Involvement in road-mapping, requirement elicitation, bidding for new work, and understanding and fostering capabilities across multi-disciplinary teams.
* Utilising System Design tools such as DOORS for requirements and Rhapsody for Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Design Maturity Assessments.
* Supporting multiple products across future systems and new business areas, enhancing early phase activities.
Job Requirements:
* Proficiency in DOORS, Rhapsody, and systems design analysis tools such as Pugh Matrix / QFD.
* Strong Systems Engineering knowledge with a willingness to test new techniques and methodologies to develop concepts and complete systems trade studies.
* Beneficial experience in weapons systems, missile design, and systems trade studies.
* Comprehensive understanding of weapon systems, platforms, and missile sub-systems.
* Confidence in managing the uncertainties of early concept development and new technologies.
* Ability to negotiate and influence a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes.
* Experience in planning and task management.
Benefits:
* Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and varies annually).
* Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%.
* Paid overtime opportunities.
* Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days.
* Flexible working arrangements welcomed.
* Enhanced parental leave for maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, paternity leave, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments.
* Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals and free car parking.
If you are looking to take the next step in your career as a Principal Systems Engineer and are passionate about contributing to cutting-edge projects within the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's innovative team.
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