Principal Engineer - Systems Engineering

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the Dreadnought programme, working across the Combat System at a crucial point in its development. You will join a team of approximately 16 engineers, reporting to the Requirements Integration Test and Acceptance (RITA) Engineering Manager, and support both the Requirements and Acceptance (R&A) Team and the Integration and Test (I&T) Team. Detailed understanding of requirements, qualification, and acceptance at the Integrated Combat System level is essential. Key Responsibilities: Lead on the Qualification of the Dreadnought Combat System. Develop and maintain the System Qualification Plan and provide guidance to Combat System Teams on developing their own Sub System Qualification Plans. Provide Subject Matter Expertise to support Combat System Integration planning and definition, including design proving requirement identification, Test Specification development, Test Procedure review, and integration risk identification and mitigation. Engage with Whole Boat Test & Commissioning regarding Test Specification development for platform trials at the Combat System level and guide Combat System Teams. Job Requirements: Essential: Significant Maritime Combat System experience with a deep understanding of Requirements, Qualification, Integration, and Acceptance at the Integrated Combat System level. Experience in the Verification and Validation phases of the lifecycle. Solid theoretical understanding of System Engineering principles and experience in their application. Experienced user of IBM DOORS Requirements Management Tool. Desirable: Knowledge and experience of Model Based Systems Engineering. Chartered Engineer or working towards submitting an application. Experienced user of Jira Toolset. Benefits: Relocation support for all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Opportunity to work on advanced defence projects. Professional development and training opportunities. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Comprehensive employee benefits package. If you possess significant experience in Maritime Combat Systems and have a deep understanding of Requirements, Qualification, Integration, and Acceptance processes, our client is keen to hear from you. Apply now to further your career within a dynamic and innovative team