Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for working on cutting‑edge projects, this could be ideal for you.
Head of Systems Engineering
Marine Applications
Permanent
Competitive Salary
We are seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Systems Engineering to lead a multidisciplinary engineering function. This role is responsible for enabling high‑performing teams to deliver complex, integrated solutions.
Responsibilities
* Setting the strategic direction for systems engineering, ensuring consistent, data‑driven practices across all projects.
* Overseeing requirements capture, analysis, and validation to ensure robust traceability through the engineering lifecycle.
* Leading the development and implementation of verification and validation strategies to maintain integrity.
* Acting as an authority on systems assurance, supporting project‑level decision making and stakeholder confidence in system integrity.
* Building and mentoring a high‑performing systems engineering team, centred on continuous improvement, professional development, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing.
* Driving cross‑disciplinary collaboration to achieve seamless integration between system elements.
* Managing a team of 7 Systems Engineers with scope to grow.
Qualifications
* Degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.
* Proven leadership experience delivering complex, multi‑disciplinary projects.
* Proven experience throughout the design, development, and testing stages of defence platforms.
* Systems engineering experience in the context of safety‑critical systems.
* Proficient in model‑based systems engineering and confident applying structured, data‑driven methods.
Benefits
* Private healthcare
* Life assurance
* Professional development
* Pension contribution
* Flexible working
* Innovative, collaborative culture
Candidates must be eligible to obtain security clearance and have the right to work in the UK.
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