Principal / Senior Systems Engineer

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.

• 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.

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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

• 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