JOB TITLE: Principal Systems Engineer
Are you a Principal Systems Engineer with strong MBSE, requirements engineering and complex defence systems experience looking to lead innovation in maritime technology?
About the Role
Morson Edge is recruiting on behalf of TKMS ATLAS UK for a Principal Systems Engineer to join their Systems Engineering team at Dorset Innovation Park. This role has become available as part of continued growth and increased programme demand.
The team delivers advanced maritime and defence systems, working across multidisciplinary engineering environments to develop cutting-edge underwater and naval technologies. This role plays a key part in shaping system architectures and ensuring high-quality delivery aligned with business and programme objectives.
What You'll Be Doing
You will provide technical leadership across the systems engineering lifecycle, ensuring robust system design, integration and delivery across complex defence programmes. Reporting to the Systems Engineering Team Leader, you will work closely with Design Authorities, Engineering Managers and cross-functional teams.
* Lead system architecture development using MBSE approaches and SysML (e.g. Enterprise Architect)
* Define and maintain system-level models, interfaces and design artefacts across multiple engineering domains
* Own requirements capture, analysis and management using tools such as IBM DOORS (9.x/NG)
* Ensure requirements are traceable, verifiable and aligned to stakeholder needs
* Define and oversee Verification & Validation (V&V) strategies and activities
* Ensure compliance with relevant standards (DEF STAN, MIL STD) and internal processes
* Provide technical leadership, guidance and mentoring to systems engineers
* Support system integration activities and resolution of complex technical issues
* Present technical solutions, trade studies and progress at internal and external design reviews
* Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and suppliers
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a strong systems thinker who can lead complex engineering activities and influence technical direction across programmes.
* Degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Physics, Computing or a related discipline
* Strong experience across the systems engineering lifecycle within a complex or regulated environment (e.g. defence, aerospace, nuclear, rail)
* Proven ability to lead and collaborate within multidisciplinary engineering teams
* Strong understanding of requirements engineering and tools such as IBM DOORS
* Experience applying MBSE principles, SysML and modelling tools (e.g. Enterprise Architect)
* Ability to analyse complex technical information and communicate clearly to varied audiences
* Domain knowledge in areas such as Maritime/ Naval Systems, Unmanned Systems, Sonar, Underwater Acoustics or Systems Integration (desirable)
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Why TKMS ATLAS UK?
With a reputation for providing innovative underwater systems for the Royal Navy and export customers, TKMS ATLAS UK operates from our Headquarters on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset. Through science, engineering and R&D we convert data into information, knowledge and capabilities that challenge the status quo, and offer winning advantage at the frontline.
Our people are at the heart of our success. An open and stimulating workspace empowers and encourages creativity, collaboration and integrity. Despite continued growth, we pride ourselves on maintaining a friendly and welcoming culture.
We operate across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept to in-service support, delivering advanced submarine and ship systems including sonar, autonomous systems, marine electric actuation and mine counter-measures. Our unique in-house test and integration facilities, including access to Portland Harbour, enable real-world system testing and innovation.
You'll also get a package that includes:
* Career Development and Training
* Pension with up to 1.5X employer contributions
* 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 after 5 years and 30 after 10 years)
* Dental Cover and Employee Assistance Programme
* Flexible working patterns
Additional Information
Minimum 3 days per week onsite at Dorset Innovation Park
Must be eligible to achieve SC (Security Clearance)
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