Full-Time

Systems Engineer Principal

Posted on 11/15/2025

Ultra

Ultra

1,001-5,000 employees

Delivers defense technology for rapid decisions

No salary listed

Dartmouth, NS, Canada

In Person

Category
Engineering Management (1)
Requirements
  • Detailed knowledge of the Systems Engineering lifecycle and formal processes and methodologies - preferably in the defense sector.
  • Experience across the whole project lifecycle from bid through to in-service support.
  • Experience communicating and interfacing with a wide range of stakeholders including senior management and external customers.
  • Develops and manages KPIs to measure and improve performance of work activities.
  • Required to maintain a security clearance.
  • Degree level (or equivalent experience) in the Systems Engineering or closely related discipline.
  • Has achieved 12+ years of experience in the Systems Engineering field - ideally within the naval defense sector or a highly complex engineering environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Use of standard office tools and proven experience with tools such as DOORS, UML tools, ERPs and other Configuration Management tools.
Responsibilities
  • Applies a breadth and depth of engineering skills to develop solutions to complex problems within time, cost and quality constraints.
  • Supports the technical proposal and bid efforts.
  • Defines and manages system and subsystem requirements.
  • Manages trade studies to evaluate different potential design solutions.
  • Leads the System Design, through functional and non-functional analysis.
  • Defines the Integration, Verification and Validation strategy and manages this throughout the program.
  • Defines, manages and contributes to work packages for assigned projects.
  • Remains current on trends and emerging technologies, tools, safety, environmental protection and compliance.
  • Plays a leading role in technical / design reviews and risk management.
  • Acts as the Project Engineer or Senior Design Authority if nominated.
  • Actively contributes to the digital transformation of the business and seeks avenues for continuous improvement within the field.
  • Champion for change, not afraid to challenge methods or the status quo.
  • Mentoring and coaching others to support staff development and retention goals.
Desired Qualifications
  • Desirable: experience with sonar systems and naval deployment, operation, integration and safety systems.
  • Desirable: working knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: safety systems, supportability, EMI/EMC or cyber.

Ultra Group provides advanced defense and security technology solutions, partnering with governments and defense agencies to address mission-critical challenges. Its products collect and deliver the right data to the right people at the right time, helping decision-makers act quickly in high-stakes situations. The company builds and deploys tailored systems that integrate data, analytics, and communications to support rapid, informed decisions, especially against near-peer threats and other technologically advanced adversaries. Unlike competitors, Ultra Group emphasizes ethical, responsible, and sustainable practices and relies on long-term government contracts to deliver customized, mission-focused solutions. Its ultimate goal is to make the world safer by using technology to improve decision speed and accuracy in defense and security operations.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2018

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Maritime reconnaissance market grows at 5.5% CAGR, expanding Ultra's sensor and radar opportunities.
  • UK government mandates Ultra's UK headquarters retention and increased R&D post-2022 acquisition.
  • Cobham acquisition in early 2022 enhances C4ISR/EW capabilities with added resources.

What critics are saying

  • UK MoD terminates contracts due to Ultra Electronics data breach exposing defense IP.
  • Airbus acquires Ultra Cyber Ltd., fragmenting cyber portfolio against L3Harris.
  • L3Harris captures 20% AUKUS maritime contracts, squeezing Ultra from sensor market.

What makes Ultra unique

  • Ultra I&C delivers AI-enabled resilient tactical communications and encryption for multidomain battlespace.
  • Ultra Maritime leads globally in torpedo technologies and modular USV towed array solutions.
  • Ultra powers real-time decision-making with secure data across air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Paid Vacation

Professional Development Budget

Mental Health Support

Company News

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GovCon Wire
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