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Senior Systems Project Engineer

Wimborne, GBR, BH21 2BJFull-time2026-09-02 → 2026-11-10

Core

Senior Systems Project Engineer leading the full lifecycle of aerospace fuel systems, specifically air-to-air refuelling and actuation systems for fixed and rotary-wing aircraft.

Role type

Senior Systems Project Engineer

Builds

Integrated aerospace fuel systems (air-to-air refuelling, probes, launch systems, Defensive Aids Sub-Systems)

Domain

Aerospace / Defence

Required skills

Systems engineering management, requirements management, lifecycle planning, stakeholder engagement, supplier management, engineering change management, risk management, technical leadership

Preferred skills

Experience with DOORS or CRADLE, mechanical/electro-mechanical/fluid/mechanisms/structures product development

Technologies

DOORS, CRADLE

Responsibilities

Execute all stages of system lifecycle (requirements, design, development, integration, verification, qualification), plan engineering tasks and management plans, convert stakeholder requirements to project solutions, manage engineering changes and traceability, plan and schedule design gate reviews, manage technical risks, liaise with leadership for resource planning, drive continuous improvement

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC