Principle System Engineer

Company: WINSEARCH UK
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Location: City of Edinburgh
Job Description:

If working with real-world radar data, analysing system performance and solving complex engineering problems is your thing… keep reading.

We’re working with a highly respected defence engineering business supporting the continued development of an in-service radar platform. They’re looking to bring in an experienced Principal Systems Engineer to support trial planning, analysis and system performance improvements.

This is a role where you’ll be working with live data, real systems and genuinely impactful technology — not just theory.

What you’ll be doing

  • Analysing large datasets from rig-based and flight trials to assess radar system performance
  • Applying signal processing, image analysis and classification techniques to extract meaningful insights
  • Investigating system anomalies and raising System Problem Reports (SPR) for deeper technical review
  • Supporting verification and validation (V&V) activities across the system lifecycle
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support ongoing system development and enhancement
  • Contributing to the continuous improvement of a live, in-service defence system

What we’re looking for

  • Strong experience working within systems engineering in a defence or safety-critical environment
  • Proven experience analysing large datasets, ideally using MATLAB
  • Solid understanding of the V-model lifecycle, particularly integration, testing and validation stages
  • Experience supporting trials, testing or system performance analysis
  • Exposure to radar or complex sensor systems would be advantageous

Why this role?

You’ll be working on a live defence system where your work directly impacts performance, reliability and capability. It’s a technically challenging role with real-world application, offering the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on complex, cutting‑edge systems.

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Posted: April 17th, 2026