Requirements Engineer

Senior Requirements Engineer – Public Sector Programmes

Location: Hybrid (Remote & MOD Sites – South UK)

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £50,000 – £75,000 (based on experience) + Benefits

About the Role

An exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled team delivering requirements engineering and transformational change for public sector procurement programmes. As a Senior Requirements Engineer, you will play a critical role in defining, analysing, and managing complex system requirements, ensuring that procurement and engineering projects align with strategic objectives.

This role requires expertise in requirements engineering, verification & validation (V&V), and systems architecture, with a strong focus on public sector procurement, MOD frameworks, and governance processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement specialists, solution architects, and stakeholders across Defence & Security.

Key Responsibilities

Requirements Engineering & System Modelling

Lead the capture, definition, and management of complex system requirements.

Apply integrated requirements engineering approaches to align procurement and engineering objectives.

Use modelling and architectural frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) to analyse system capabilities.

Work with tools such as DOORS, Dimensions RM, and other lifecycle management platforms.

Verification, Validation & Performance Analysis

Define test, evaluation, and acceptance criteria for large-scale programmes.

Conduct performance analysis and reporting to assess supplier performance.

Ensure requirements traceability and compliance with MOD procurement standards.

Apply Golden Thread principles, linking capability, programme-level assumptions, and system-level requirements.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

Act as a liaison between technical teams, procurement, and senior stakeholders.

Provide strategic guidance on procurement scrutiny and governance in the public sector.

Support risk assessment, change management, and business case development.

Collaborate with MOD Front Line Command structures, ensuring compliance with Defence Operating Models.

Process Improvement & Knowledge Sharing

Drive continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies and best practices in procurement processes.

Coach and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and development.

Contribute to bid development and business growth strategies.

Essential Skills & Experience

Technical Expertise:

Strong requirements engineering and systems engineering skills.

Experience in verification & validation (V&V) and test planning.

Proficiency with requirements management tools (DOORS, Dimensions RM, Power BI).

Understanding of MOD procurement methods and public sector scrutiny.

Analytical & Communication Skills:

Strong data analysis, performance assessment, and reporting capabilities.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing technical documentation.

Ability to persuade, challenge, and negotiate effectively with senior stakeholders.

Security & Compliance:

UK Security Clearance (SC required, DV preferred).

Strong understanding of public sector governance, MOD procurement, and Defence Operating Models.

Desirable Experience

Knowledge of MOD Front Line Command structures and Knowledge in Defence (KiD) guidance.

Experience in MOD Category A or B programmes.

Familiarity with Enterprise Architecture tools (e.g., EA Sparx) and database modelling.

Experience in financial monitoring and contract oversight.

Proven business development and bid management experience.

Key Behaviours & Attributes

Big-Picture Thinking – Ability to align procurement and engineering goals with strategic objectives.

Problem-Solving – Proactively identify risks, assess impacts, and implement solutions.

Collaboration – Work cross-functionally with stakeholders at all levels.

Continuous Improvement – Drive process innovation and knowledge sharing.

Decision-Making – Assess risks, evaluate costs vs benefits, and provide strategic recommendations.

Why Join?

Influence High-Impact Public Sector Programmes.

Career Growth & Professional Development, with mentoring & industry exposure.

Competitive Salary & Benefits:

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension & Medical Insurance

Performance Bonus Scheme

Flexible Benefits Package

Hybrid Work Model – Remote + travel to MOD sites across Southern UK.

Apply Now – Take the next step in shaping the future of public sector procurement