System Design Authority

Job description

SYSTEM DESIGN AUTHORITY

Take ownership of complex submarine system architecture from concept through to in-service evolution. Shape high impact engineering decisions across the full lifecycle of advanced submarine systems.

Must-have eligibility

• Eligible for UK SC clearance

• Strong systems engineering background

• Experience in complex system architecture design

Rewards

Competitive salary with hybrid working 3–4 days on site and strong structured development opportunities

What you will work on

• Defining and owning system level architecture across full lifecycle programmes

• Translating complex requirements into coherent, deliverable system solutions

• Supporting technical bids and proposals with engineering leadership input

• Working closely with engineering and delivery teams to ensure performance, cost and schedule alignment

• Contributing to long term capability roadmaps and technical strategy

Skills and experience

• Systems engineering across full lifecycle environments

• Requirements analysis and system decomposition

• Technical leadership within multi-disciplinary teams

• Stakeholder engagement across engineering and delivery functions

Benefits and flexibility

• Strong pension scheme

• Free on-site gym and restaurant facilities

• 25 days annual leave increasing with service

Location and setup

Winfrith based with hybrid working 3–4 days on site

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Winfrith Newburgh

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-05-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English