51 to 75 of 136 Principal Systems Engineer Jobs in the UK

Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Employment Solutions Limited
Location
Winchester, Hampshire, South East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£60,000
have a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer to join an innovative engineering business delivering complex projects within highly regulated industries. Working across the full engineering lifecycle, you'll play a key role in defining, integrating and validating multidisciplinary systems, ensuring solutions meet technical, safety … customer requirements from concept through to commissioning. This position would suit a Systems Engineer with experience in the nuclear, defence, aerospace or other highly regulated sectors who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges. It will appeal to someone who is passionate about systems thinking, requirements management and working ...

Principal Systems Engineer

Location
Waltham Cross, England, United Kingdom
looking for an experienced Principal Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, testing, and delivery of complex engineering systems. The role involves working across the full systems lifecycle, from initial concept and requirements through to verification, acceptance, and customer delivery. The successful candidate will work with … multidisciplinary teams across software, electronics, and mechanical engineering, supporting system development, risk management, technical documentation, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead systems design, integration, verification, and testing activities. Support projects through the full engineering lifecycle. Work closely with software, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams. Manage technical risks and contribute ...

Principal Systems Engineer

Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
looking for an experienced Principal Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, testing, and delivery of complex engineering systems. The role involves working across the full systems lifecycle, from initial concept and requirements through to verification, acceptance, and customer delivery. The successful candidate will work with … multidisciplinary teams across software, electronics, and mechanical engineering, supporting system development, risk management, technical documentation, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead systems design, integration, verification, and testing activities. Support projects through the full engineering lifecycle. Work closely with software, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams. Manage technical risks and contribute ...

Principal Engineer - HVDC Systems Engineering (M/D/F)

Location
Stafford, England, United Kingdom
Description Summary Job Description Do you want to shape the technical future of HVDC projects and help deliver the grid systems that power a lower‐carbon world? GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional Principal Engineer - HVDC Systems Engineering to join our Electrification team based … energy systems. From software to power conversion and storage, we help create smarter, more resilient energy networks. Let’s Talk about the Role As Principal Engineer - HVDC Systems Engineering, you lead the development of safe, reliable, and commercially effective HVDC system solutions that help customers connect power ...

Principal Systems Engineer

Location
West of England, England, United Kingdom
fastest-growing engineering businesses. Department: Engineering Location: Bristol, UK Compensation: £72,000 - £95,000/year About the role We’re looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to lead the design and integration of complex systems across our programmes. You’ll own major elements … risk delivery, resolve system challenges, and ensure solutions are technically robust and operationally effective. Across the business we’re working on challenges including soldier systems, C4I integration programmes, AI/ML capabilities, and new product development. These programmes combine software, hardware, networks and data, often operating in denied, disrupted ...

Principal Systems Engineer – Defence Systems Leader

Location
Amesbury, England, United Kingdom
QinetiQ is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer for its UK operations. The role focuses on leading complex system refreshes on MOD test ranges and developing testing systems for evolving military equipment, working with Mission Rehearsal teams across diverse capabilities. You will technically lead delivery, create artefacts ...

Senior Principal Systems Engineer – Naval Systems Strategy

Location
Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom
QinetiQ Limited in Portsmouth is seeking a Senior Principal Systems Engineer to influence future Royal Navy capability development and lead System of Systems across Hybrid Navy programmes. You will work with MOD and Royal Navy stakeholders, shaping long-term defence solutions, managing technical risk, and mentoring ...

Lead Principal Systems Engineer – Complex Regulated Systems

Location
Winchester, England, United Kingdom
Employment Solutions Ltd is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to lead the end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle on complex, regulated projects. You will define architectures, capture requirements and work across mechanical, electrical and software teams to deliver robust solutions. You should have experience in nuclear … defence or aerospace sectors, strong systems thinking and a track record of ensuring safety, compliance and customer satisfaction. #J-18808-Ljbffr ...

Principle Systems Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Hunter Selection
Location
Stevenage, Hertfordshire, South East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contract
Contract Rate
£500 - £600 per day
Principle Systems Engineer (Outside IR35) Stevenage £500 - £600 a day 6 months initial contract with opportunity to be extended to 12 months Our client is seeking an SME Principal Systems Engineer to provide end-to-end technical ownership of a new physical system … problem-solving activities. Direct and challenge suppliers, partners and specialist engineering teams. Drive verification, validation and product qualification. Engage customers and stakeholders while shaping systems engineering best practice. Travel across the UK and occasionally internationally to support customers, suppliers, trials and engineering partners. About You Experience owning requirements, architecture ...

Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Morson Edge
Location
Cowes, Isle of Wight, South East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contract
Contract Rate
£60.00 - 81.05 per hour + Inside IR35
Cowes – Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer – V06459 Rate: £81.05 per hour Umbrella Location: Cowes, PO31 8PF Length: 6 months initially Time onsite: TBC (usually 4 days per week) IR35 status: inside Headcount x 3 Role Description A highly experienced professional engineer with a depth and breadth … knowledge in Mechanical Systems Engineering. Applies the principles of Mechanical Systems Engineering to Radar system development across the entire engineering development lifecycle from requirement definition to system integration and customer acceptance into system support and disposal. This role entail analysis of performance data collected from both modelled ...

Principal Systems Engineer / Solutions Architect - Naval Communications

Location
Reading, England, United Kingdom
Naval Communications team draws on over 100 years of partnership with the Royal Navy, delivering an evolving portfolio of integrated voice and data systems that support resilient, mission-ready communication. We are looking for a Senior Principal Systems Engineer to lead the delivery of complex, large … naval communications programmes for UK and international customers. This is a high-impact role at the forefront of advanced defence technology, combining technical leadership, systems thinking, and programme delivery across the full engineering lifecycle. Location: Crawley, Reading & Fareham The Role: You will play a critical role in defining, developing ...

Principal Systems Engineer / Solutions Architect - Naval Communications

Hiring Organisation
Thales
Location
Crawley, Sussex, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP Annual
Naval Communications team draws on over 100 years of partnership with the Royal Navy, delivering an evolving portfolio of integrated voice and data systems that support resilient, mission-ready communication. We are looking for a Senior Principal Systems Engineer to lead the delivery of complex, large … naval communications programmes for UK and international customers. This is a high-impact role at the forefront of advanced defence technology, combining technical leadership, systems thinking, and programme delivery across the full engineering lifecycle. Location: Crawley, Reading & Fareham The Role: You will play a critical role in defining, developing ...

Principal Systems Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Hackajob Ltd
Location
Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent, Part Time, Work From Home
benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your Impact This Systems Engineering vacancy presents an exciting opportunity to be part of the Captor Radar Mark 2 Systems Test Solution (STS) team. The role is that … Principal Systems Engineer, where you will be an integral part of the Engineering team that is designing, integrating, testing and delivering the latest cutting-edge Captor Radar Test Equipment, hosted both in the Edinburgh Rooflab environment and offsite Customer facilities. The types of activities to be performed ...

Architecture Lead (Principal Systems Engineer)

Hiring Organisation
Matchtech
Location
Bristol, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contract
Contract Rate
GBP Annual
Architecture Lead (Principal Systems Engineer) Responsibilities include: Define architecture-related deliverables and work packages, supporting the programme's progression through engineering lifecycle phases and reviews. Develop the architecture in response to evolving programme needs and maintain the Architecture Management Plan Develop and lead the implementation of modelling … tool (Cameo) within the programme. Including plugin implementation and server administration, with support from IT and cross-sector stakeholders. Develop the SQEP of the Systems Team and wider programme. Ensure all architecture outputs are correct and are configuration managed within the Architecture tool and PLM. Lead the architecture team ...

Architecture Lead (Principal Systems Engineer)

Hiring Organisation
Matchtech
Location
Bristol, Avon, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
Salary negotiable
Architecture Lead (Principal Systems Engineer) Responsibilities include: Define architecture-related deliverables and work packages, supporting the programme's progression through engineering lifecycle phases and reviews. Develop the architecture in response to evolving programme needs and maintain the Architecture Management Plan Develop and lead the implementation of modelling … tool (Cameo) within the programme. Including plugin implementation and server administration, with support from IT and cross-sector stakeholders. Develop the SQEP of the Systems Team and wider programme. Ensure all architecture outputs are correct and are configuration managed within the Architecture tool and PLM. Lead the architecture team ...

Principal Systems Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Systems Engineering and Assessment Limited
Location
Bristol, Avon, South West, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£80,000
technical leadership during the design and development and support of our products. Taking the lead in part of a multi-disciplined team. Principal Systems Engineer can be based out of either our Beckington, Bristol or Barnstaple site. This role allows for flexible working with a weekly visit … efficient. We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world ...

Principal Systems Engineer

Location
Lincoln, England, United Kingdom
experienced Mission Data Programmer looking to advance your career within Electronic Warfare? Leonardo has an exciting opportunity for a Senior/Principal Systems Engineer to join our Integrated Mission Solutions team at our modern Lincoln site. You’ll play a key role in designing and delivering Defensive … Mission Data—critical to enhancing aircraft survivability within the defence sector. You’ll lead full lifecycle systems engineering activities, from requirements elicitation and detailed design through to test, verification, and acceptance. Working within an Agile development framework, you’ll collaborate closely with end-users and stakeholders to ensure mission ...

Architecture Lead (Principal Systems Engineer)

Hiring Organisation
Matchtech
Location
Bristol, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Salary
£ 70 K
NegotiableBristol, EnglandContractThe Architecture Lead (Principal Systems Engineer)Responsibilities include:Define architecture-related deliverables and work packages, supporting the programme's progression through engineering lifecycle phases and reviews. Develop the architecture in response to evolving programme needs and maintain the Architecture Management PlanDevelop and lead the implementation … architecture tool (Cameo) within the programme. Including plugin implementation and server administration, with support from IT and cross-sector stakeholders.Develop the SQEP of the Systems Team and wider programme. Ensure all architecture outputs are correct and are configuration managed within the Architecture tool and PLM.Lead the architecture team ...

Principal Systems Engineer

Location
Stevenage, England, United Kingdom
Join the Data Link Centre of Excellence at MBDA, where we design the data carriers for battlespace connectivity solutions. We are looking for a Systems Engineer to take the lead on the delivery of cutting-edge Data Link electronics for an emerging, high-priority programme. Salary : Circa … studies, balancing competing requirements with technical feasibility to drive effective design decisions. What we're looking for from you: We are looking for a systems engineer who thrives on complexity. To excel in this role, you will leverage your expertise to: Drive Product Excellence : Apply rigorous systems ...

Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Mission Data & EW

Location
Lincoln, England, United Kingdom
Leonardo UK Ltd in Lincoln is seeking a Senior/Principal Systems Engineer to lead the design and delivery of Defensive Aid Mission Data within the Integrated Mission Solutions team. You will guide end-to-end systems engineering across requirements, design, test and acceptance … Agile environment. Applicants should have extensive Operational MDS experience, strong EWOS and RF propagation knowledge, and hands-on experience with EW sensor systems, gate reviews, and traceable test evidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr ...

Principal Systems Engineer (Electrical)

Hiring Organisation
Fortress Recruit Limited
Location
Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Fortress Recruit is supporting a leading Defence Manufacturer in their search for an experienced Principal Systems Engineer (Electrical) to join their growing specialist team based in Poole. This is a senior position combining hands on technical engineering with project leadership, for new and existing full life cycle … manufacture Remaining hands on technically, supporting engineers and resolving complex electrical engineering challenges Coordinating multidisciplinary engineering resource across electrical, electronics, mechanical, software and systems teams Leading technical reviews, managing technical risk and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and requirements Maintaining high standards of engineering documentation, technical governance and design ...

Principal/Lead Systems Engineer (Security)

Location
Southampton, England, United Kingdom
## Principal/Lead Systems Engineer (Security)Applylocations: GB - Southamptontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0023947**Job Description:****Your impact**Are you a Systems Engineer who loves contributing to the UKs Defence Industry and making impactful change? Leonardo has a fantastic opportunity … Engineer to be responsible for the design and development of security related functionality required to support our next generation airborne communications system. This role will involve engaging with other areas of the project, the project security function, international partners and the customer. You will be working on real Engineering ...

Principal Systems Engineer - Defence MBSE Leader

Location
Wickford, England, United Kingdom
Leonardo UK Ltd is seeking a Lead/Principal Systems Engineer to join our Precision Guidance team in the UK. The role focuses on executing systems engineering activities, providing expert guidance, and shaping technical vision for projects across multiple lifecycle stages. The position supports a flexible ...

Principal Systems Engineer – Cyber, Cryptography & Defence

Location
Malvern, England, United Kingdom
QinetiQ Limited is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer based in Malvern. You will play a crucial role in UK national security and defence, working on operational capabilities in Cyber and Cryptography. Your responsibilities include engaging with stakeholders, delivering consultancy, and leading project teams to develop tailored solutions. … Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in systems engineering. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr ...

Senior / Principal Systems Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Hackajob Ltd
Location
Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP Annual
client is a global aerospace, defence and security company. Job Description: Are you an experienced Systems Engineer or Scientist who loves contributing to the UKs Defence Industry and making impactful change? We are recruiting for Senior and Principal Systems Engineers in our growing Detectors Area ...