Principal Systems Engineer - Software/Simulation

Salary: £40,000 - 70,000 per year

Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience of the application of Systems Engineering for software-based products
• Expertise 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 integration
• Technical 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 engineers
• Directly support the product System Design Authority
• Apply the principles of Systems Engineering to develop software-based Simulation Systems across the full engineering lifecycle
• Undertake Simulation Systems equipment design, network design, and software design
• Lead requirement decomposition and manage specifications using tools like IBM DOORS Next
• Direct architectural modeling and interface definitions in tools such as CATIA Magic (Cameo)
• Drive system integration and define acceptance strategies for software-based systems
• Lead technical reviews and ensure compliance with customer, legislative & business requirements

Technologies:

• IBM
• Support
• JIRA
• Network
• AI
• Security

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 31 week of 2026