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# Principal Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Safran
- **Location:** Stockton-on-Tees, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Computer Literacy, Systems Development Life Cycle, Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, DOORS (Software)
- **Published:** October 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/principal-systems-engineer/50366666

## About the Role

junior and senior engineers within the team. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the definition of systems development plans aligned with Safran processes and ARP4754, in collaboration with the Systems Architecture Integration team. Ensuring adherence to systems development plans throughout the lifecycle. Managing requirements definition at system, sub system, and equipment levels-including customer, regulatory, and internal needs. Leading requirements validation from planning to documentation of validation evidence. Managing product verification, including planning, coordination of verification means, and documentation of verification evidence. Setting up and maintaining requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS Classic and DOORS NG. Producing systems engineering documentation including requirements, descriptions, validation/verification matrices, and DDP dossiers. Writing specifications for landing gear equipment (hydraulic actuators, hoses, electrical harnesses). Acting
as a technical liaison with equipment suppliers. Providing technical leadership across the systems engineering team. What You'll Bring Essential Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles, with experience in requirements management, validation, and verification Knowledge of aircraft landing gear systems (ATA32) or comparable complex aerospace systems - Must have! Ability to lead and influence stakeholders, supported by strong communication and collaborative leadership skills Desirable Experience in mechanical engineering and hydraulics (actuators & hoses) Experience in electrical engineering Knowledge of airworthiness and certification requirements Familiarity with ARP4754 and ARP4761 Experience using IBM DOORS (Classic or NG) Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Ability to review engineering documents such as reports, analyses, specifications, and requirements documentation Previous engineering signatory experience Ability to write clear and
accurate technical reports Willingness to work collaboratively across all engineering disciplines General computer literacy and good written communication TPBN1_UKTJ