About this role
Salary: £80,000 - 80,000 per year
Requirements
- Previous experience using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to develop complex systems involving software or firmware elements
- Experience using modelling or programming languages such as MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or similar
- Strong background in Radar, Communications, Satellite, or Automotive systems exploiting the electromagnetic spectrum
- Desirable: Experience with systems modelling and architecture (SysML) and tools such as MATLAB Systems Composer, Sparx EA, or Cameo Systems Modeler
- Desirable: Experience with software or hardware architectures, including interfaces, components, and functional and performance trade-offs
- Desirable: Experience working on technical bids
- Desirable: Experience with agile methods such as SCRUM or Kanban, particularly as a Product Owner
- Desirable: Experience across the engineering lifecycle, from requirements through to acceptance
- Desirable: Interest in Electromagnetic Warfare technologies such as cognitive systems, digital array radars, and neuromorphic processing
- Desirable: Experience leading small technical teams and defining appropriate work packages for junior team members
- Must be a UK national and eligible to work in the UK
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Government SC-level security clearance
Responsibilities
- Lead key development activities for cutting-edge projects focused on EW systems and supporting tools
- Use MBSE experience to create high-level models that capture requirements, architecture, and design
- Flow information and integrate workflows with software, modelling, and firmware teams
- Use models to define inputs to development teams and verify their outputs
- Ensure verification, validation, and acceptance activities are completed successfully
- Guide architecture and designs through implementation across the project lifecycle
Technologies
- Architect
- Composer
- Firmware
- Flow
- Hardware
- Support
- Kanban
- Matlab
- Product Owner
- Python
- Security
More
We are hiring a Principal Solution Architect for a permanent, full-time role in North Hykeham (LN6), with a salary of £65,000–£80,000 depending on experience. For 40 years, our Electronic Warfare Operations Support (EWOS) Group has delivered specialist software, services, and training in the UK and abroad, supporting advanced programmes shaping the future of CEMA and EW infrastructure. Our projects and products bring together specialists in systems, modelling, firmware, and electronics engineering.
We offer 25 days of annual leave, including up to three days for the December shutdown, the option to buy or sell up to five days, two pension schemes, private medical and dental insurance with discounts for additional family members, life assurance of up to four times salary, multiple savings schemes, electric or hybrid car leasing, a cycle-to-work scheme, retail discounts, continuous professional development support, and an annual wellness allowance.
We are an independent global technology company trusted by highly secure organisations to provide advanced digital services that manage data and protect information. Our wellbeing programmes include mental health first aiders and an employee assistance programme. We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to provide a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and can make an impact.
last updated 45 week of 2026