Principal Systems Engineer - Software Simulation

Salary: £40,000 - 70,000 per year

Requirements

: Demonstrable experience applying Systems Engineering for software-based products.Expertise in Systems Engineering and Software integration lifecycle principles (ISO 15288 and 12207).Strong background in

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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 ability to guide teams across disciplines to shape design solutions. Responsibilities: Provide hands-on technical leadership with a team of systems and software engineers and 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, and business

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Technologies: AIIBMSupportJIRANetwork

Security More: We are excited to invite you to our Simulation and Training sector at Broad Oak Works in Portsmouth, which is part of BAE Systems Maritime and Land Defence Solutions. As a System Technical Lead within our MIMESIS team, you will take on technical responsibility for designing and developing new modules/content for our MIMESIS product. This includes reviewing and approving lower-level documentation and providing technical guidance to the engineering team.

You will work closely with the System Design Authority to develop and support MIMESIS for our customers. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing team of approximately 30 systems and software engineers dedicated to shaping the next generation of maritime simulation by embracing new user interface capabilities, such as AR/XR, and leveraging the latest in emerging technologies, like AI.At BAE Systems, you'll have the chance to make a real difference within an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to reach your potential. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible.

If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessments, please let us know, and we will work with you to accommodate your needs.Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions that can affect your eligibility for specific roles. All applicants must achieve at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with some positions requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting, which might necessitate 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK. We look forward to your application! last updated 32 week of 2026