Principal Systems Engineer

Copello Global are seeking a proactive Project Engineer / Systems Lead to support a major avionics radio communications programme as it enters the qualification phase. The role will be joining an existing project team on an initial 6 month contract. You’ll take ownership of engineering work packages, lead qualification activities, coordinate cross-functional teams and drive technical issues through to resolution. You’ll also support design reviews, manage engineering changes and ensure compliance with technical, quality and regulatory requirements. What we’re looking for: * Strong systems engineering experience across requirements, verification, validation and configuration control. * Use of Polarion (would be highly advantageous) * Experience of defence, avionics , radio products or airborne systems * Systems Engineering experience across LTE, Datalinks or Modems * Proven experience delivering engineering work packages and supporting qualification activities. * Excellent stakeholder management, problem-solving and technical leadership skills. * Engineering degree or equivalent relevant experience. Due to the nature of the position the successful candidate will need to work onsite 4 days a week. xjnqpsq Role is inside IR35 paying circa £80 -£90 per hour. Role will require SC clearance or ability to obtain SC clearance