Principal Engineer

2 months ago


Chertsey, Surrey, United Kingdom Odd Shoes Full time

Make a Real Difference in Defence Engineering

Are you a skilled engineer looking to make a meaningful impact in the defence industry? Do you want to work on complex, cutting-edge projects and be part of a team that values innovation and expertise?

As a Senior System Design Authority at Odd Shoes, you'll have the opportunity to lead a major new project team in the land domain for C4ISR customers. You'll work across the entire lifecycle, from bid to release and aftercare, designing and developing complex battlefield communications systems involving specialist sensors, electronics, signal processing, firmware, and software.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop systems across the entire lifecycle within the defence industry, including hardware, software, firmware, and electronics.
  • Lead a project team in the land domain for C4ISR customers, working across the entire lifecycle.
  • Develop and implement complex battlefield communications systems involving specialist sensors, electronics, signal processing, firmware, and software.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Requirements:

  • SC clearance as a single British passport holder (DV clearance may be required).
  • Experience with designing systems across the entire lifecycle within the defence industry, including hardware, software, firmware, and electronics.
  • Skills in modern C, Java, and C# programming languages.
  • Understanding of network technologies and military-grade COTS communications and sensor systems.
  • Experience with requirements management tools like DOORS or similar.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary up to £70,000.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including 24 days holiday + public holidays, flexible hours, role-specific allowances, 7% matched pension, BUPA private medical, and relocation package available in line with HMRC terms.

How to Apply:

Apply through our website or contact our HR department for more information.