Senior & Principal Systems Engineers - Complex Safety-Critical Systems
South Buckinghamshire / Middlesex / Berkshire / West London (Hybrid)
When the margin for error is zero, the engineering has to be exceptional.
We’re supporting a world-renowned engineering business entering an exciting growth phase after securing several major programmes of work. As part of this expansion, we’re looking for experienced Systems Engineers — from Senior through to Principal level — who want to apply their expertise to some of the most advanced and safety-critical mechanical and electronic systems in the world.
You’ll be joining a team where Systems Engineering is at the core of everything — from concept definition and architecture design through to verification, validation, and long-term in-service support.
What makes this different?
* The projects you’ll work on are mission-critical — integrating complex mechanical, electrical, and software systems that must perform flawlessly every time.
* You’ll have the scope to shape architectures, lead technical governance, and influence product strategy across multi-disciplinary teams.
* Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) is central to how this organisation designs, validates, and sustains its systems — and they’re investing heavily in advancing this capability.
You’ll bring:
* Experience in Systems Engineering within high-integrity environments such as Aerospace & Defence / Space Systems / Safety-Critical Automotive / Transportation Services / Industrial Automation / Robotics / Mechatronics / Marine Subsea Systems etc
* Expertise in requirements management, architecture definition, and verification planning.
* Experience using SysML/UML and MBSE tools.
* The ability to lead technically — mentoring others while guiding system-level decisions.
If you’ve been waiting for a role where your decisions genuinely safeguard lives, this is it.
For a confidential discussion about the projects, structure and progression available, message me directly or apply here.