BAE Systems - Principal Electrical Engineer – 6 month contract – Cowes, Isle of Wight - £81.05 ph UMB or £60 ph PAYE (Inside IR35) The Umbrella rate quoted above is the Gross Umbrella rate (i.e. the rate we pay to the Umbrella Company inclusive of ALL employment costs). Please note, the rate paid by the Umbrella will be less, as will a Limited Deemed rate or Agency PAYE rate. Please get in touch to discuss the rates via these different payment vehicles. Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence and Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join their team in Cowes. This is a contract position with hybrid working arrangements, requiring four days per week on site. The role involves working on critical projects within a secure environment, ensuring the highest standards of engineering excellence and security complianc e. Key Responsibiliti es:Leading the electrical engineering efforts within the Maritime Services divis ionDeveloping, implementing, and overseeing electrical engineering proje ctsEnsuring all projects adhere to industry standards and security protoc olsProviding technical guidance and mentorship to junior engine ersCollaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve project objecti vesConducting detailed analysis and troubleshooting of electrical syst emsPreparing and presenting reports on project progress and sta tusMaintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant technologies and regulati ons Job Requireme nts:Significant experience in electrical enginee ringDetailed knowledge of power distribution netw orksStrong technical knowledge of electrical sys temsExcellent problem-solving skills and attention to de tailEffective communication and leadership abili tiesProficiency in using industry-standard tools and soft wareEngineering degree or equivalent qualifica tion Security Requirem e nts: SC & ITARThis role will require the person to hold full Security Clearance (SC) prior to working onsite. You will need to obtain a BPSS check as part of this process. You must currently hold or be eligible and willing to obtain SC. In addition, this role involves direct and/or indirect access to ITAR Material which means there are restriction. If you are unsure as to whether you are eligible, please contact me to dis cuss.