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?? Barrow or Manchester | ?? 12-Month Contract | ?? Inside IR35 (Umbrella or PAYE)
?? Hybrid working: 3-4 days onsite, with travel to Rochester & Warton as required
Are you an experienced Systems Engineer with a passion for complex integration and cutting-edge defence systems? Join a high-impact programme supporting the UK submarine fleet as a Principal Systems Integration & Validation Engineer. You'll lead and deliver engineering solutions that bring control systems to life in real-world environments.
?? What You'll Be Doing:
Designing and setting up IV&V (Integration, Validation & Verification) facilities and SIM/STIM test rigs
Supporting test programmes through to system certification for advanced control systems
Leading technical work packages across multidisciplinary teams and mentoring other engineers
Managing C&I equipment delivery and ensuring solutions meet customer needs
Supporting the design, development, and qualification of high-integrity systems used on in-build or in-service vessels
?? What You'll Bring:
Proven experience in Systems Engineering and strong knowledge of C&I system design
Full lifecycle understanding of systems engineering - from requirements to validation
Familiarity with Defence or Industry standards such as IEC 61508 / ARP 4754 / DO-178C
Degree qualified in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or a related STEM subject
Chartership or actively working towards it
Confident communicator with leadership experience, and able to influence across teams and stakeholders
?? Why Join?
This is a pivotal role where your expertise will directly contribute to the capability and safety of key national defence assets. You'll work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry in a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment.
Please note that due to security nature of this role, we can only consider those who have lived in the UK in the last 5 years and is eligible for SC security clearance.
Background
This is an exciting opportunity to work for a global business that has developed a strategy of working closely with its contingent workforce. Within the role, you can expect to:
* Achieve a work/life balance
* Be appreciated and valued
* Gain security clearance
If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you!
PLEASE NOTE: A start date is fast approaching so apply as soon as possible!
