Principal Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of more than 13,000 top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defence and scientific arenas. In the UK, we are leading the way in avionics and communication systems. We value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. The company is currently providing avionic mission computing systems for a wide range of military fast jets, helicopters, and UAVs. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the development and delivery of next-generation mission computing systems for military aircraft platforms.

Requirements

• Delivering complex engineering systems
• Expert knowledge of systems engineering methods and life-cycle governance
• Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS) and modelling environments (e.g., Rhapsody, PTC Modeler)
• Strong architectural thinking across hardware, software, firmware, mechanical and integration domains
• Skilled in leading technical teams and coordinating multi-disciplinary engineering activities
• Exceptional problem-solving and technical judgement
• Ability to support business development and shape technical solutions for bids
• Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related technical field; advanced degree desirable
• Demonstrated leadership of major system work packages or cross-discipline engineering teams
• Experience working with defence, aerospace, maritime, or safety-critical systems environments

Benefits

• Compressed nine-day fortnight and compressed hours
• Personalized career development plan, alongside regular progress reviews
• Flexible working environment