Principal Systems Engineer

Gloucester Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

As a Principal Systems Engineer at Safran in Gloucester, you will lead the end-to-end development of aircraft landing gear systems, ensuring alignment with customer needs, regulatory requirements, and Safran processes. You will plan and oversee system development, manage requirements, verification, and supplier interactions, and mentor junior engineers. You’ll work within a global aerospace leader known for innovation and a culture that values collaboration and excellence. This role offers visibility across the lifecycle and opportunities to shape safety-critical systems at scale.

Pay / Benefits

Early finish on Fridays
Competitive salary and annual bonus
25 days' holiday + bank holidays
Flexible working options
Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance
Professional development and mentoring

Responsibilities

Define system development plans aligned with Safran processes (ARP4754)
Ensure lifecycle adherence to development plans
Lead requirements definition at system, sub-system, and equipment levels
Lead requirements validation and document validation evidence
Manage product verification planning and evidence
Set up and maintain requirements management tools (IBM DOORS Classic/NG)
Produce systems engineering documentation (requirements, matrices, DDP dossiers)
Write specifications for landing gear equipment (hydraulic actuators, hoses, electrical harnesses)
Act as technical liaison with equipment suppliers
Provide technical leadership across the systems engineering team

Key requirements

Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles (requirements management, validation, verification)
Knowledge of aircraft landing gear systems (ATA32) or equivalent complex aerospace systems
Ability to lead and influence stakeholders with strong communication and collaborative leadership skills