?? Location: Bristol ?? Salary: £70,000 £80,000 benefits A leading engineering consultancy supporting complex UK Government and Defence programmes is seeking an experienced Principal Systems Engineering Consultant to provide technical leadership, shape strategy, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions across the full Systems Engineering lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop Systems Engineering capability and strategic direction. Manage and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams. Oversee requirements management, system architecture, MBSE, and supportability engineering. Provide technical assurance and governance on complex defence projects. Contribute to business development through technical input and client engagement. About You Experienced Systems Engineer from a defence, government, or consultancy background. Expertise in Requirements Engineering, MBSE, ILS, and Engineering Governance. Familiar with UK MOD acquisition frameworks and delivery processes. Skilled in DOORS or similar requirements management tools. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Qualifications & Requirements Degree in Engineering or related field. Chartered Engineer (or working towards). Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) minimum 5 years UK residency. Full right to live and work in the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior technical role, influence strategy, and deliver impactful engineering solutions within a growing and respected consultancy. Apply now to play a key role in shaping future defence and government programmes.