Senior Systems Engineer Lead – SC Cleared, On‑Site (3 days/wk)

Manpower; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to manage technical delivery for complex infrastructure projects in Salisbury. This role involves leading the project lifecycle, producing key documentation, and providing technical leadership to engineering teams. The ideal candidate should have a strong systems engineering background, advanced knowledge of systems integration, and relevant qualifications. This contract is six months long, requiring three days on-site work per week.

Qualifications

• Strong background in systems engineering for complex infrastructure.
• Advanced knowledge of systems integration across various components.
• Familiarity with aviation test facilities and relevant standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as Principal Systems Engineer throughout the project lifecycle.
• Produce and manage key engineering documentation and artefacts.
• Lead the planning and execution of installations and integrations.
• Provide technical leadership to teams and manage requirements.

Skills

Systems engineering background

Systems integration knowledge

Familiar with relevant standards

Experience leading engineering teams

Education

Degree in Systems Engineering or relevant discipline

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent

Job description

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to manage technical delivery for complex infrastructure projects in Salisbury. This role involves leading the project lifecycle, producing key documentation, and providing technical leadership to engineering teams. The ideal candidate should have a strong systems engineering background, advanced knowledge of systems integration, and relevant qualifications. This contract is six months long, requiring three days on-site work per week.