Development of solutions for the military land and aerospace industries following a systems engineering approach.
Holding discussions with customers resulting in elicitation of key stakeholder requirements.
Development and derivation of customer requirements into realizable product requirements.
Requirements based verification and validation of product requirements, using manual and scripted methods.
Production of interface control documents, system design documents and other supporting documents.
Controlling and managing engineering change throughout the development lifecycle.
Preparation of technical proposals including estimations and presentations.
Technical oversight and mentoring of other Systems Engineers within a project team.

Ultra PCS is looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to support the development of the next generation of military land and aerospace products. The role will involve deployment on a diverse portfolio of products including electro-mechanical systems, innovative power management and distribution technology, electronic command and control products, pneumatic systems and development of Electronic Architectures. To succeed in this role, candidates require a minimum of 5 years previous Systems Engineering experience, a good engineering or science degree preferably in systems engineering and be able to operate within a multi discipline team., Comfortable working independently and within a team, with the ability to identify the needs of a project or task, taking the initiative where appropriate to undertake the necessary work.
An eye for detail focusing on requirements and specification structure, applicability and language.
Understanding solution influences on the requirement set.
Ability to effectively communicate either verbally or written within a multi discipline team, with internal company authorities or customers.
Degree educated in an engineering or science discipline.
Awareness of Electronic, Software or Mechanical Engineering development.
Microsoft Office including Visio, Excel and Word.
Configuration Management Tools
Co-ordination and technical leadership of a multi-discipline project team to develop and deliver complex mechanical, electronic and embedded software solutions.
Experience of safety critical solution development in accordance with DO-178/DO-254 or IEC61508.
Familiarity/experience with MATLAB and Simulink
Familiarity with change control and problem reporting tools and processes., Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.

Flexible working within core working hours
25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays
4 times your annual salary in life assurance
Flexible benefits package
Pension Scheme - up to 8% employer contributions.
Sports and Social club
Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events

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