Principal Systems Engineer / Solutions Architect - Naval Communications

Thales Group

Crawley, United Kingdom
Not specified; performance-related bonus available...
Leading multidisciplinary engineering teams
Full systems engineering lifecycle experience
Structured governance frameworks srr pdr cdr
This role involves leading the definition and delivery of end-to-end systems solutions for naval communications across UK and international markets

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading the definition and delivery of end-to-end systems solutions for naval communications across UK and international markets.
  • Candidates will shape solution architectures and ensure successful delivery through all lifecycle phases including concept, deployment, and in-service support.
  • The position offers a half-day Friday schedule, 28 days annual leave, private healthcare, and performance-related bonuses.

Matching Summary

This role involves leading the definition and delivery of end-to-end systems solutions for naval communications across UK and international markets.

Salary

Not specified; Performance-related bonus available; Benefits include 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, private healthcare, pension scheme, and life cover

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leading multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Full systems engineering lifecycle experience
  • Structured governance frameworks SRR PDR CDR
  • System design baseline management
  • IVVQ activities leadership
  • Technical risk mitigation strategies

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of naval environments and constraints
  • Experience with naval communications infrastructure
  • Familiarity with installation commissioning trials
  • Customer-facing stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proactive collaborative working style

Key Requirements

  • UK National status required
  • Security Clearance (SC) without caveats
  • 5 years UK residence requirement
  • Proven experience leading complex systems programmes

Work Rights

Must be UK National with Security Clearance (SC)

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