Principle Systems Engineer

I am looking for Principle Systems Engineers for an initial 6-month contract in Southampton. * Work Pattern: 2-3 days onsite in Southampton * Contract: 6 mths initially * Clearance: Current candidates will need to hold…

Inside IR35 Public Sector
Pay rate £700 – £750/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 20 October 2026

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I am looking for Principle Systems Engineers for an initial 6-month contract in Southampton.

* Work Pattern: 2-3 days onsite in Southampton

* Contract: 6 mths initially

* Clearance: Current candidates will need to hold active SC Clearance

* Rates: £(Apply online only) per day Inside IR35 DOE

Brief Overview:

We're looking for experienced Systems Engineers to join a major Defence programme in Southampton, focusing on the requirements and early lifecycle stages of the Systems Engineering V-Model. Candidates will ideally have a strong Defence background, active SC clearance, and be available to work on-site 2-3 days per week

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