Principal Systems Engineer (Contract)

Job Title: Principal Systems Engineer

Duration: 12-Month Rolling Contract
Location: On-site South West England (Hybrid with on-site presence required)
Hourly Rate: £70.00 £80.00 (Inside IR35)
Clearance: Current SC Clearance (or eligibility) required

Principal / Senior Systems Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Principal / Senior Systems Engineer to support a long-term, high-security engineering programme focused on delivering advanced systems solutions across aerospace, defence, and marine domains. This role involves full lifecycle systems engineering, from requirements management through to integration, verification & validation, and delivery of complex platform-based systems.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Senior or Principal Systems Engineer within defence, aerospace, or maritime sectors
• Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements capture, architecture design, integration, and V&V
• Hands-on experience with integration and qualification activities
• Ability to contribute to bids, technical estimates, and work package planning
• Current SC Clearance (or ability to obtain)
• UK work authorisation required

Desirable:

• Familiarity with system modelling and analysis (e.g., SysML, MBSE)
• Experience with trade studies, concept assessments, and performance analysis
• Strong documentation skills for design reports, test plans, and compliance evidence
• Degree or HND in an engineering discipline (systems, electronics, or similar)
  
  Please send your latest CV for submission.