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Principal Systems Engineer - Software/Simulation @ BAE Systems

Airport Service Road, PortsmouthOnsiteFull-time
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Salary: £40,000 - 70,000 per year

Requirements: Demonstrable experience of the application of Systems Engineering for software-based productsExpertise in Systems Engineering and Software integration lifecycle principles (ISO 15288 and 12207)Strong background in requirements management (e.g., IBM DOORS Next desirable)Familiarity with engineering lifecycle models (Waterfall & Agile) and tools (e.g. JIRA)Background in software development and integrationTechnical leadership and ability to guide teams across disciplines to shape design solutions Responsibilities: Provide hands-on technical leadership with a team of systems and software engineersDirectly support the product System Design AuthorityApply the principles of Systems Engineering to develop software-based Simulation Systems across the full engineering lifecycleUndertake Simulation Systems equipment design, network design, and software designLead requirement decomposition and manage specifications using tools like IBM DOORS NextDirect architectural modeling and interface definitions in tools such as CATIA Magic (Cameo)Drive system integration and define acceptance strategies for software-based systemsLead technical reviews and ensure compliance with customer, legislative & business requirements Technologies: IBMSupportJIRANetworkAISecurity More:

We are BAE Systems, located in Portsmouth, offering a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. We provide a competitive salary of up to £75,900, depending on skills and experience, and a range of benefits including a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, and access to flexible health and lifestyle benefits. As part of our growing MIMESIS product team, you will be empowered to make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages your potential. Our Simulation and Training sector at Broad Oak focuses on maritime simulation technologies, working with a talented team of approximately 30 systems and software engineers.

last updated 32 week of 2026

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