Principal System Engineer

2 weeks ago


Ealing Greater London, United Kingdom Matchtech Full time

In this role, you will report to the Project Engineering Lead and functional Line Manager whilst collaborating closely with the Systems Design Authority within a multi-disciplinary team. You will work across Technology Readiness Levels, enhancing existing products, managing obsolescence, and providing support for developers, design reviews, and customer meetings.

This Principal Systems Engineer position is well-suited for someone with:

  • A strong appreciation for designing complex products.
  • Systems design experience, with knowledge of electronics, mechanical, and software integration.
  • Proven experience across the entire development lifecycle, including design, integration, verification, validation, and qualification.
  • Expertise in conducting trade-off analyses to inform design decisions.

This hybrid role offers flexibility, allowing you to balance remote work with on-site responsibilities as needed, along with occasional travel within the UK and internationally to destinations such as Canada and Australia

Employee benefits include;

  • Optional 9-day fortnight
  • Time off in lieu (TOIL)
  • Flexible working hours
  • Annual bonus
  • Hybrid working (role-dependent)
  • Casual dress code
  • 25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown
  • Holiday purchase/sale options
  • Private healthcare, dental, and critical illness cover (via salary sacrifice)
  • Discounts at 200+ online stores (Reward Hub)
  • Life cover (4x annual salary)

To chat further about this role, please feel free to reach out to me

I would recommend applying for this role, even if you feel that you aren't hitting all of the required points / experience.



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