Principal Systems Engineer (Birmingham)

Principal Systems Engineer – Model-Based Systems Engineering

💡 Exciting opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer with MBSE expertise to join a leading engineering consultancy!

✅ Location: Hybrid remote working

✅ Salary: Up to £65,000 + benefits

✅ Security Clearance: Must be eligible for SC clearance

WHO WE ARE

We are a globally recognised engineering consultancy at the forefront of cutting-edge innovation. Our work spans Land, Air, Space, and Sea , delivering advanced engineering solutions for both military and civilian platforms. As a leader in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), we leverage digital engineering methodologies to optimise system design, integration, and performance.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As a Principal Systems Engineer , you will play a pivotal role in driving MBSE adoption across complex systems and multi-disciplinary teams. You will:

🔹 Lead the development of MBSE frameworks to enhance system design, integration, and lifecycle management

🔹 Apply SysML, UML, and architectural frameworks (TOGAF, MODAF) to develop system models

🔹 Support system integration efforts by implementing digital twin methodologies and model-driven verification

🔹 Collaborate with stakeholders , translating complex technical concepts into actionable insights

🔹 Apply risk management and systems thinking to ensure robust, resilient system architectures

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

✔️ Proven experience as a Systems Engineer with a strong MBSE background

✔️ Expertise in SysML, UML, Archimate, TOGAF, MODAF, DOORS Requirements

✔️ Familiarity with MBSE tools such as Cameo, Rhapsody, Enterprise Architect, or Capella

✔️ Strong understanding of systems integration, digital engineering, and lifecycle management

✔️ Experience working in consultancy or client-facing roles

BONUS SKILLS

➕ Experience with dual-use platforms (military & civilian systems)

➕ Knowledge of AI-driven MBSE approaches and Digital Thread concepts

TO APPLY

📩 Please email kelly.harvey@searchability.com or call 0203 854 0120 to discuss further.