Principal Systems Engineer

Principal Systems Engineering Consultant 📍 Location: Bristol 💷 Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 + benefits A leading engineering consultancy supporting complex UK Government and Defence programmes is seeking an experienced Principal Systems Engineering Consultant to provide technical leadership, shape strategy, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions across the full Systems Engineering lifecycle. Key Responsibilities * Lead and develop Systems Engineering capability and strategic direction. * Manage and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams. * Oversee requirements management, system architecture, MBSE, and supportability engineering. * Provide technical assurance and governance on complex defence projects. * Contribute to business development through technical input and client engagement. About You * Experienced Systems Engineer from a defence, government, or consultancy background. * Expertise in Requirements Engineering, MBSE, ILS, and Engineering Governance. * Familiar with UK MOD acquisition frameworks and delivery processes. * Skilled in DOORS or similar requirements management tools. * Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Qualifications & Requirements * Degree in Engineering or related field. * Chartered Engineer (or working towards). * Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) – minimum 5 years’ UK residency. * Full right to live and work in the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior technical role, influence strategy, and deliver impactful engineering solutions within a growing and respected consultancy. Apply now to play a key role in shaping future defence and government programmes