Principal Systems Engineer - Stores Ejection

Cheltenham, GBR, GL51 6PNFull-time2026-10-08 → 2026-11-12

Core

Develop next-generation pneumatic stores ejection systems for military aerospace applications using a systems engineering approach.

Role type

Principal Systems Engineer (Mechanical/Pneumatic)

Builds

Mechanical, electronic, and embedded software solutions for military aerospace

Domain

Military Aerospace / Mechanical Systems

Required skills

Systems Engineering, Requirements Engineering, Verification & Validation, Interface Control Documents, Engineering Change Management, Technical Mentoring, Safety Critical Development (DO-178/DO-254/IEC61508), Mechanical/Pneumatic Systems, MATLAB/Simulink

Preferred skills

Mechanical Engineering background, Multi-discipline team leadership

Technologies

Visio, Excel, Word, Configuration Management Tools, MATLAB, Simulink

Responsibilities

Elicit key stakeholder requirements, Derive customer requirements into product requirements, Perform requirements-based verification and validation, Produce interface control and system design documents, Manage engineering changes, Prepare technical proposals, Mentor other Systems Engineers

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship

About Eaton

Eaton is a power management company made up of over 92,000 employees, doing business in more than 175 countries. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.