Head of Systems Engineering

Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for working on cutting edge projects, this could be ideal for you.Head of Systems EngineeringMarine ApplicationsPermanentCompetitive SalaryWe are seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Systems Engineering to lead a multidisciplinary engineering function. This role is responsible for enabling high-performing teams to deliver complex, integrated solutions.Responsibilities will include:

• Setting the strategic direction for systems engineering, ensuring consistent, data-driven practices across all projects.
• Overseeing requirements capture, analysis, and validation to ensure robust traceability through the engineering lifecycle.
• Leading the development and implementation of verification and validation strategies to maintain integrity.

• Act as an authority on systems assurance, supporting project-level decision making and stakeholder confidence in system integrity.
• Build and mentor a high-performing systems engineering team, centred on continuous improvement, professional development, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing.

• Driving cross-disciplinary collaboration to achieve seamless integration between system elements.
• Managing a team of 7 Systems Engineers with scope to grow

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.
• Proven leadership experience delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects.

• Proven experience throughout the design, development, and testing stages of defence platforms.
• Systems engineering experience in the context of safety-critical systems.

• Proficient in model-based systems engineering and confident applying structured, data-driven methods.

Benefits:

• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Professional development
• Pension contribution
• Flexible working
• Innovative, collaborative culture

Candidates must be eligible to obtain security clearance and have the right to work in the UK.