Principal Systems Engineer

Description

Our client is seeking a Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer to support advanced radar system development within the defence and security sector. Based in Cowes, this six-month contract role will provide expert mechanical and systems engineering leadership across the complete engineering lifecycle, from requirements definition and system design through to integration, customer acceptance, support and disposal.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges associated with phased-array radar systems

Lead system design analysis and manage trade-offs between key system parameters to support robust product development

Apply Mechanical and Systems Engineering principles, including ISO 15288, across the full engineering lifecycle

Lead the decomposition and management of system and subsystem requirements using approved tools such as IBM DOORS Next

Direct architectural modelling, subsystem design decomposition and internal and external interface definition using tools such as CATIA Magic or Enterprise Architect

Plan and lead system integration, testing, verification and validation activities, supporting the production of customer acceptance evidence

Lead technical reviews and approve engineering designs and documentation in line with customer, legislative and business requirements

Provide technical guidance to colleagues, support Design Authority activities and present technical information to internal and external stakeholders

Job Requirements:

Expert knowledge of Mechanical and Systems Engineering, systems thinking and holistic approaches to complex engineering problems

Significant experience of complex system design and the full engineering lifecycle, including Waterfall and Agile development approaches

Knowledge of Systems Engineering standards, such as ISO 15288 and ISO 24641

Experience of requirements and configuration management, ideally using IBM DOORS Next, and familiarity with tools such as JIRA

Understanding of Model-Based Engineering, Model-Based Systems Engineering, digital threads, cyber security and safety procedures

Experience of high-level design methodologies, such as UAF, NAF, TOGAF, SysML or UML

Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to develop creative solutions to challenging engineering issues

Relevant STEM degree or equivalent experience, with Chartered Engineer status or progress towards an equivalent professional accreditation

Desirable Experience:

Knowledge of mechanical engineering, signal processing, target track extraction or related systems engineering disciplines

Experience working with radar, radio, satellite, sonar or other real-world sensing systems

Familiarity with MATLAB, Simulink, Python, Perl or MathCAD

Understanding of digital twins, autonomous systems, artificial intelligence, machine learning, augmented or virtual reality and the Internet of Things

Knowledge xjnqpsq of the defence industry, including relevant UK government strategy and geopolitical influences

Key Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical information clearly

Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the confidence to guide stakeholders and technical teams

Ability to present technical and non-technical information in formal settings

Self-motivated, proactive and able to lead by example

Good level of IT literacy and experience working with approved engineering toolsets

The role holder will be expected to take reasonable care of their own health and safety, follow relevant instructions and training, report hazards or incidents, and support high standards of safety, health and environmental practice.

If you are an experienced Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer with a background in complex radar or defence systems, apply now to support innovative engineering projects in Cowes

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