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Principal / Senior Systems Engineer

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Overview

Expleo are going through a period of growth and are in need of a number of Systems Engineers across all levels for exciting Aerospace,Defence and Marine projects. These Systems Engineering vacancies present an exciting opportunities for a ambitious individuals to develop and grow their skills and knowledge within a thriving organisation.

You will be engaged in a wide variety of Systems Engineering activities covering the entire engineering lifecycle, including; systems definition, input to estimates and bid activities, requirements apportionment, systems architecting, integration, verification & validation, which will involve proactive interaction and communication with other Engineering and non-Engineering functions. Candidates with a good understanding of all aspects of Systems Engineering relating to lifecycle processes and methodologies should apply.

Responsibilities

  • As a Principal / Senior Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems solutions that meet our clients' needs. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of systems, while adhering to industry standards and best practices.
  • Duties include but not limited to -
    • Systems Engineering
      • Support the management of Requirements throughout the Engineering Lifecycle
      • Proving Technical inputs to bidding activities
      • Integration and production qualification activities
      • Working as a part of team, taking concepts and prototypes, and developing them into Products
      • Planning Work Packages and support the tracking and execution of them
      • Requirements and Use Case analysis
      • Concept assessment and design trade studies
      • System architecture design and functional modelling
      • Performance assessment and systems behavior analysis
      • Verification, Validation and Certification
      • Developing Sonar Products (either an underwater telephone or depth sounder) in the customers Underwater Battlespace Division.
      • Full systems development lifecycle involvement, from requirements management through to V&V and delivery.

Qualifications

  • An HND / FD or Bachelor's Degree in an engineering subject

Essential skills

  • Knowledge and experience of working within the Verification and Validation
  • An understanding of requirements capture and experience of using DOORS to manage requirements
  • Familiar with systems engineering best practice
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Full knowledge of 'V' lifecycle
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Looking for someone with experience, initiative, and proactive attitude with good balance of soft and technical skills who can liaise with stakeholders and push projects forward
  • Familiar with DOORS & MS Office

Desired skills

  • Project and Programmes Experience desirable
  • Defence Sector Highly desirable
  • Sonar domain knowledge and electronics background are highly desirable but not essential
  • Marine Sector highly desirable
  • Fleet Operations desirable
  • Modifications and configuration management

Experience

  • The post holder must be able to demonstrate relevant knowledge and skills required in the technical management of complex design development throughout the design lifecycle
  • Sound understanding of engineering design and safety practice as relevant to discipline, post and project requirements
  • Sound project specification & planning experience
  • Sound understanding of Company and departmental procedures relating to Design, Health & Safety and Quality requirements, and ability to manage projects in accordance with these procedures.
  • Working knowledge of relevant engineering office computer applications
  • Experience of the design support to construction, operation, refit/repair of conventional and nuclear submarines and/or facilities
  • Experience with electrical design and product development

What do I need before I apply

  • Due to the Defence nature of our projects you will need to be a UK national and capable of securing Security Clearance
  • An average of 1-2 days on-site in Barnstaple is expected for this role.

Benefits

  • Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
  • We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
  • Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
  • Competitive company benefits
  • Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
  • As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
    • Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
    • Communicating and promoting vacancies
    • Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
    • Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
    • Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive

Principal / Senior Systems Engineer

Expleo
Barnstaple, UK
Full-Time

Published on 10/07/2025

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