At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse performance data and develop innovative Radar system designs.
- Company: Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation in Cowes.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: 6-month contract with potential for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on national security while tackling complex engineering challenges.
- Qualifications: Expertise in Systems Engineering and experience with large-scale system designs required.
The predicted salary is between 68.4 - 83.6 £ per hour.
Join a world-renowned aerospace and defence organisation as a Principal Systems Engineer in Cowes onsite full time. Would you like to join a global aerospace and defence organisation? Do you want to work as part of an organisation protecting people and maintaining maximum national security?
Due to a drive for greater success, this advanced manufacturing business is currently searching for a Principal Systems Engineer to add to their talented, hardworking team in Cowes on a 6 month contract. Striving for innovation and creativity you can ensure no two days will be the same.
The role: This role entails analysis of performance data collected from both modelled and real world systems, and development of a system or sub-system design to meet functional and performance goals. It provides lead technical support for the evolution of existing products extending their functionality to meet new and evolving requirements, and for development of entirely new Radar products.
- Develop novel solutions to evolving technical challenges and emerging issues for complex phased array Radar Systems that our customers and end-user communities are facing.
- Conduct system design analysis to manage trade-offs of principle system parameters in order to characterise and specify robust product design.
- Demonstrate, with significant experience, detailed and comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles relating to Systems Engineering and supporting governance, and be able to apply knowledge to a wide range of engineering issues within own discipline and other engineering disciplines.
Essential skills:
- Expert in principles and approaches underpinning design and development activities and demonstrates expert understanding, knowledge and experience of Systems Engineering, with systems thinking and the application of holistic approaches to complex problems.
- Be well versed in appropriate Systems Engineering standards (e.g. ISO 15288, ISO 24641).
- Experience of requirements management (e.g. IBM DOORS Next) and configuration management.
- Experience of working with and leading large scale complex system designs.
- Experience of all aspects of an engineering lifecycle and expert knowledge of lifecycle models (e.g. Waterfall, Agile) and associated tools (e.g. JIRA).
- Experienced in presenting both technical and non-technical information in a formal setting.
- Good level of IT literacy.
- Achieved or be in the final stages of achieving Chartered Engineer status or equivalent level of capability and be working towards relevant professional accreditation e.g. INCOSE UK CSEP certification.
If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you! Send your CV to Stella today.
Principal Systems Engineer in Cowes employer: JAM Recruitment Ltd
BAE Systems is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have access to cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance global security. Located in Christchurch or Frimley, you will be part of a diverse team dedicated to pioneering advancements in defence and aerospace, ensuring a rewarding career path in a company that values your unique skills and perspectives.
