Job Title: Principal Engineer - Combat Systems (External Communications) Location: Frimley- we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Define and develop the ECS design through systems engineering principles , including; architecture, requirements, concept solutions and interfaces to enable the development and production of the component sub-systems Understand the contractual and performance requirements for communication products and sub-systems, and support the definition and associated acceptance criteria and events through design, build, integration, installation and commissioning activities Understand and support the flow-down of requirements to suppliers and acceptance of their specific deliverables, ensuring it is captured and recorded appropriately Support the EM and PM in supporting bids, proposal development and project planning activities Provide technical support to integrated performance and acceptance activities, including acceptance of equipment from suppliers through to system acceptance by the customer Support the documentation of domain knowledge and pass on information and expertise to help grow the knowledge base within appropriate business teams Your skills and experiences: Knowledge and experience in wireless communication systems and products in the maritime, defence and/or commercial domains and an understanding of how such systems are used and interact with the overall submarine build programme STEM-related degree or equivalent experience within the aerospace/defence/telecommunications/marine environment Knowledge of the complete engineering lifecycle with experience in operating in a number of the key lifecycle phases including requirements/system design, and integration and acceptance Have a strong awareness of product safety and SHE Good communication skills and be able to present and interact with a variety of different stakeholders Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The ECS Team The ECS team primarily focuses on designing, developing, and integrating the communications system on-board submarine platforms. As part of this growing team, you'll explore innovative technologies and integrate them into cutting-edge designs. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 10th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Combat Systems (External Communications) Location: Frimley- we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Define and develop the ECS design through systems engineering principles , including; architecture, requirements, concept solutions and interfaces to enable the development and production of the component sub-systems Understand the contractual and performance requirements for communication products and sub-systems, and support the definition and associated acceptance criteria and events through design, build, integration, installation and commissioning activities Understand and support the flow-down of requirements to suppliers and acceptance of their specific deliverables, ensuring it is captured and recorded appropriately Support the EM and PM in supporting bids, proposal development and project planning activities Provide technical support to integrated performance and acceptance activities, including acceptance of equipment from suppliers through to system acceptance by the customer Support the documentation of domain knowledge and pass on information and expertise to help grow the knowledge base within appropriate business teams Your skills and experiences: Knowledge and experience in wireless communication systems and products in the maritime, defence and/or commercial domains and an understanding of how such systems are used and interact with the overall submarine build programme STEM-related degree or equivalent experience within the aerospace/defence/telecommunications/marine environment Knowledge of the complete engineering lifecycle with experience in operating in a number of the key lifecycle phases including requirements/system design, and integration and acceptance Have a strong awareness of product safety and SHE Good communication skills and be able to present and interact with a variety of different stakeholders Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The ECS Team The ECS team primarily focuses on designing, developing, and integrating the communications system on-board submarine platforms. As part of this growing team, you'll explore innovative technologies and integrate them into cutting-edge designs. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 10th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Safety Engineer - Safety & Environmental Engineering Location: Barrow-in-Furness - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership as a subject matter expert in safety engineering Mentor and develop engineers, guiding safety analysis and influencing design decisions Analyse and influence nuclear submarine design using safety engineering techniques, focussing on major hazards (fires, explosions including DSEAR, steam release) Apply engineering judgement to justify design safety and compliance Interface with regulators, clients within the MOD and internal stakeholders Develop and review safety case documentation to substantiate design safety Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience Strong analytical , written and oral communication skills with a practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proven ability to produce clear, structured safety case arguments and supporting technical documentation for complex systems Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards in complex engineering environments Desirable: Experience in a highly regulated industries (nuclear, oil and gas, maritime, aerospace) Experience in DSEAR and fire risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis . Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA, Fault and Event Tree Analysis ) Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Safety Engineer - Safety & Environmental Engineering Location: Barrow-in-Furness - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership as a subject matter expert in safety engineering Mentor and develop engineers, guiding safety analysis and influencing design decisions Analyse and influence nuclear submarine design using safety engineering techniques, focussing on major hazards (fires, explosions including DSEAR, steam release) Apply engineering judgement to justify design safety and compliance Interface with regulators, clients within the MOD and internal stakeholders Develop and review safety case documentation to substantiate design safety Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience Strong analytical , written and oral communication skills with a practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proven ability to produce clear, structured safety case arguments and supporting technical documentation for complex systems Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards in complex engineering environments Desirable: Experience in a highly regulated industries (nuclear, oil and gas, maritime, aerospace) Experience in DSEAR and fire risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis . Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA, Fault and Event Tree Analysis ) Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer Location: Barrow - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Develop and manage system, product, and system-of-systems requirements, ensuring robust acceptance criteria that align with programme needs Produce comprehensive design review documentation, including diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and supporting justification for design decisions Support Certificate of Design activities by preparing evidence and presenting complex technical arguments in a clear and logical manner Derive detailed hardware and software requirements for control systems, guiding suppliers in equipment design and specification Oversee the creation of functional design specifications, manage physical system interfaces, and attribute signal-level functionality through system databases Conduct design verification and generate evidence to meet IEC 61508/61511 or equivalent functional safety standards, ensuring compliance and safety justification Your skills and experiences: Degree-qualified (BEng/MEng or equivalent), ideally working towards professional registration Comprehensive technical report writing skills with experience across the engineering lifecycle Knowledge of defence standards (beneficial but not essential) Experience in system calculations, modelling, and analysis Understanding of instrumentation and control theory (e.g., PID), control system architecture, or functional decomposition Demonstratable ability to interpret and apply systems engineering principles within complex technical environments Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team: The Centralised Control and Instrumentation Team is a highly skilled group of 16 engineers at the forefront of SSNA (Successor/Next-Generation Submarine) platform development. The team shapes, matures, and validates the platform's most critical control systems-spanning hardware, software, safety, and system-to-system integration-ensuring the submarine's core automated functions operate reliably, safely, and in line with IEC 61508 and other functional safety standards. Joining this team offers an exciting and technically challenging opportunity to play a direct role in defining the next generation of submarine control systems-technology that must perform flawlessly in the world's most demanding conditions. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Product Safety Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Filton or Broad Oak - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience What you'll be doing: Develop, implement and maintain the Project Safety Management System within a Systems Engineering framework Produce and manage Project Safety Management Plans & Justification Plans Lead Whole Boat Product Safety hazard and risk identification, management and assessment activities, including modern analysis techniques such as STAMP & STPA Influence the construction and delivery of the Project Safety Case including Safety Case reports throughout the projects lifecycle Complete peer reviews, checking, verification and assurance tasks to demonstrate the adequacy and robustness of the Safety Case and supporting documentation Oversee and peer review junior rules in the Product Safety team Understand the application of wider Safety Case, Quality and HS&E Management System documentation Your skills and experiences: Essential: Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) Degree or equivalent qualification Awareness of the challenges posed by the environment that the product will be exposed to Experience in delivery of traditional safety analysis techniques such FMEA, HAZOP, FTA etc . Experience in compilation and delivery Safety Case Reports and other supporting safety documentation e.g. plans, process, requirements etc . Experience of development and working within a Projects Safety Management System Ability to interpret technical data and produce clear, logical and robust safety arguments Desirable: Professional Chartership or working towards Demonstrable knowledge of design, manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing submarines lifecycle phases. Experience of modern safety analysis techniques such as STAMP, STPA, FRAM etc . Experience and knowledge of System Engineering International Standards and application in safety engineering context Previous experience of leading appropriate meetings and Working Groups Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team As the Principal Product Safety & Environmental Engineer, you will also be responsible for the development and maintenance of the Project Product Safety Management System and Product Safety Cases for the SSNA project and be able to resolve & guide others in solving complex project-related issues/ conflicts across disciplines from a Product Safety perspective. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 5th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Engineer - Product Safety Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Filton or Broad Oak - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience What you'll be doing: Develop, implement and maintain the Project Safety Management System within a Systems Engineering framework Produce and manage Project Safety Management Plans & Justification Plans Lead Whole Boat Product Safety hazard and risk identification, management and assessment activities, including modern analysis techniques such as STAMP & STPA Influence the construction and delivery of the Project Safety Case including Safety Case reports throughout the projects lifecycle Complete peer reviews, checking, verification and assurance tasks to demonstrate the adequacy and robustness of the Safety Case and supporting documentation Oversee and peer review junior rules in the Product Safety team Understand the application of wider Safety Case, Quality and HS&E Management System documentation Your skills and experiences: Essential: Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) Degree or equivalent qualification Awareness of the challenges posed by the environment that the product will be exposed to Experience in delivery of traditional safety analysis techniques such FMEA, HAZOP, FTA etc . Experience in compilation and delivery Safety Case Reports and other supporting safety documentation e.g. plans, process, requirements etc . Experience of development and working within a Projects Safety Management System Ability to interpret technical data and produce clear, logical and robust safety arguments Desirable: Professional Chartership or working towards Demonstrable knowledge of design, manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing submarines lifecycle phases. Experience of modern safety analysis techniques such as STAMP, STPA, FRAM etc . Experience and knowledge of System Engineering International Standards and application in safety engineering context Previous experience of leading appropriate meetings and Working Groups Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team As the Principal Product Safety & Environmental Engineer, you will also be responsible for the development and maintenance of the Project Product Safety Management System and Product Safety Cases for the SSNA project and be able to resolve & guide others in solving complex project-related issues/ conflicts across disciplines from a Product Safety perspective. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 5th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Safety Engineer - Safety & Environmental Engineering Location: Barrow-in-Furness - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership as a subject matter expert in safety engineering Mentor and develop engineers, guiding safety analysis and influencing design decisions Analyse and influence nuclear submarine design using safety engineering techniques, focussing on major hazards (fires, explosions including DSEAR, steam release) Apply engineering judgement to justify design safety and compliance Interface with regulators, clients within the MOD and internal stakeholders Develop and review safety case documentation to substantiate design safety Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience Strong analytical , written and oral communication skills with a practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proven ability to produce clear, structured safety case arguments and supporting technical documentation for complex systems Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards in complex engineering environments Desirable: Experience in a highly regulated industries (nuclear, oil and gas, maritime, aerospace) Experience in DSEAR and fire risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis . Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA, Fault and Event Tree Analysis ) Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Safety Engineer - Safety & Environmental Engineering Location: Barrow-in-Furness - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership as a subject matter expert in safety engineering Mentor and develop engineers, guiding safety analysis and influencing design decisions Analyse and influence nuclear submarine design using safety engineering techniques, focussing on major hazards (fires, explosions including DSEAR, steam release) Apply engineering judgement to justify design safety and compliance Interface with regulators, clients within the MOD and internal stakeholders Develop and review safety case documentation to substantiate design safety Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience Strong analytical , written and oral communication skills with a practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proven ability to produce clear, structured safety case arguments and supporting technical documentation for complex systems Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards in complex engineering environments Desirable: Experience in a highly regulated industries (nuclear, oil and gas, maritime, aerospace) Experience in DSEAR and fire risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis . Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA, Fault and Event Tree Analysis ) Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Frimley, Weymouth, Bristol, Portsmouth, Barrow-in-Furness, Devonport, Plymouth or Brough, dependant on role and your personal circumstances. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience What you'll be doing: Providing advice on product safety matters to project and engineering managers delivering the programmes and ensuring the safety considerations (DEF STAN 0055/0056) are correctly considered and implemented Engaging with third parties, to review and gather supporting safety case evidence Developing safety arguments, both physical and functional, using appropriate safety analysis methods e.g. (FHA/STPA/FMEA/FTA) producing and updating safety case and safety management documentation using appropriate regulations and standards Line managing other safety practitioners Applying ALARP principles Your skills and experiences: Essential: Safety engineering processes, practices and tools Clear understanding of safety engineering & assurance principals Experience and qualified engineers from other disciplines who display the correct behaviours and have an understanding of safety engineering, will actively be considered for this role Desirable: Good communication skills and ability to interact and manage stakeholders Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Combat Systems Safety Team Working closely with several engineers and technical specialists on both In-Service and In-Build Combat Systems, you will have the opportunity to work on developing safety arguments. This will include developing an understanding of new technologies and sensor systems used to support the safety arguments. We welcome people with experience of the military, defence and maritime industries, who can use their knowledge and learning to help us ensure that we provide the best products into submarines. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Frimley, Weymouth, Bristol, Portsmouth, Barrow-in-Furness, Devonport, Plymouth or Brough, dependant on role and your personal circumstances. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience What you'll be doing: Providing advice on product safety matters to project and engineering managers delivering the programmes and ensuring the safety considerations (DEF STAN 0055/0056) are correctly considered and implemented Engaging with third parties, to review and gather supporting safety case evidence Developing safety arguments, both physical and functional, using appropriate safety analysis methods e.g. (FHA/STPA/FMEA/FTA) producing and updating safety case and safety management documentation using appropriate regulations and standards Line managing other safety practitioners Applying ALARP principles Your skills and experiences: Essential: Safety engineering processes, practices and tools Clear understanding of safety engineering & assurance principals Experience and qualified engineers from other disciplines who display the correct behaviours and have an understanding of safety engineering, will actively be considered for this role Desirable: Good communication skills and ability to interact and manage stakeholders Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Combat Systems Safety Team Working closely with several engineers and technical specialists on both In-Service and In-Build Combat Systems, you will have the opportunity to work on developing safety arguments. This will include developing an understanding of new technologies and sensor systems used to support the safety arguments. We welcome people with experience of the military, defence and maritime industries, who can use their knowledge and learning to help us ensure that we provide the best products into submarines. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Internal Description Principal Engineer - Human Factors 1 position Barrow Hybrid - 2-3 days per week 66.14 PAYE SC clearance Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Engineer - Human Factors to join their team on a contract basis. This role is based in Barrow with hybrid working arrangements (2-3 days per week). This is a unique opportunity to contribute to critical projects in the submarine solutions domain. Human Factors Engineer Location: Barrow Contract Type: contract - hybrid working 2 days on site 12 month contract About the Role We are looking for a talented Human Factors Engineer to join our specialist Human Factors team. This team plays a vital role in ensuring that our products are designed around the people who operate them - improving performance, increasing safety, and minimising the potential for human error. You will be involved in all major boat programmes as well as site redevelopment and site safety projects, contributing throughout the full product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities As a Human Factors Engineer, you will: Provide Human Factors support to design and analysis activities across multiple programmes in line with the Human Factors Integration Plan (HFIP) Conduct a range of human factors activities including: Task, workload, situation awareness and human reliability analysis Workspace analysis Human-Machine Interface (HMI) / Human-Computer Interface (HCI) development Manpower and target audience analysis Health hazard assessments Produce evidence to support qualification, legislative compliance and safety justifications Identify and resolve issues across all product lifecycle stages and manage resulting design changes Undertake peer reviews, verification and checking activities Provide accurate programme status updates, identify risks and implement recovery plans Support Certificate of Design activities within your discipline Clearly communicate complex technical arguments to a range of stakeholders Apply Quality and HS&E Management System processes and documentation Key Deliverables High-quality Human Factors analysis, assessment and user trials reports Ongoing Human Factors advice to project teams Representation at spatial reviews, technical reviews and decision panels Strong working relationships with systems engineering teams Knowledge, Skills & Experience Essential Knowledge Understanding of manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing processes Awareness of environmental challenges affecting product performance Knowledge of specialist analysis tools and relevant engineering standards Understanding of safety and environmental regulations Ability to recognise when specialist input is required Key Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Human Factors practitioner Strong ability to identify and manage complex technical issues Clear understanding of how your work contributes to the wider product lifecycle Qualifications Degree (or equivalent) in a Human Factors-related discipline - Preferred Capable of achieving appropriate Professional Institution membership level
Feb 04, 2026
Contractor
Internal Description Principal Engineer - Human Factors 1 position Barrow Hybrid - 2-3 days per week 66.14 PAYE SC clearance Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Engineer - Human Factors to join their team on a contract basis. This role is based in Barrow with hybrid working arrangements (2-3 days per week). This is a unique opportunity to contribute to critical projects in the submarine solutions domain. Human Factors Engineer Location: Barrow Contract Type: contract - hybrid working 2 days on site 12 month contract About the Role We are looking for a talented Human Factors Engineer to join our specialist Human Factors team. This team plays a vital role in ensuring that our products are designed around the people who operate them - improving performance, increasing safety, and minimising the potential for human error. You will be involved in all major boat programmes as well as site redevelopment and site safety projects, contributing throughout the full product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities As a Human Factors Engineer, you will: Provide Human Factors support to design and analysis activities across multiple programmes in line with the Human Factors Integration Plan (HFIP) Conduct a range of human factors activities including: Task, workload, situation awareness and human reliability analysis Workspace analysis Human-Machine Interface (HMI) / Human-Computer Interface (HCI) development Manpower and target audience analysis Health hazard assessments Produce evidence to support qualification, legislative compliance and safety justifications Identify and resolve issues across all product lifecycle stages and manage resulting design changes Undertake peer reviews, verification and checking activities Provide accurate programme status updates, identify risks and implement recovery plans Support Certificate of Design activities within your discipline Clearly communicate complex technical arguments to a range of stakeholders Apply Quality and HS&E Management System processes and documentation Key Deliverables High-quality Human Factors analysis, assessment and user trials reports Ongoing Human Factors advice to project teams Representation at spatial reviews, technical reviews and decision panels Strong working relationships with systems engineering teams Knowledge, Skills & Experience Essential Knowledge Understanding of manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing processes Awareness of environmental challenges affecting product performance Knowledge of specialist analysis tools and relevant engineering standards Understanding of safety and environmental regulations Ability to recognise when specialist input is required Key Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Human Factors practitioner Strong ability to identify and manage complex technical issues Clear understanding of how your work contributes to the wider product lifecycle Qualifications Degree (or equivalent) in a Human Factors-related discipline - Preferred Capable of achieving appropriate Professional Institution membership level
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Frimley, Weymouth, Bristol, Portsmouth, Barrow-in-Furness, Devonport, Plymouth or Brough, dependant on role and your personal circumstances. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience What you'll be doing: Providing advice on product safety matters to project and engineering managers delivering the programmes and ensuring the safety considerations (DEF STAN 0055/0056) are correctly considered and implemented Engaging with third parties, to review and gather supporting safety case evidence Developing safety arguments, both physical and functional, using appropriate safety analysis methods e.g. (FHA/STPA/FMEA/FTA) producing and updating safety case and safety management documentation using appropriate regulations and standards Line managing other safety practitioners Applying ALARP principles Your skills and experiences: Essential: Safety engineering processes, practices and tools Clear understanding of safety engineering & assurance principals Experience and qualified engineers from other disciplines who display the correct behaviours and have an understanding of safety engineering, will actively be considered for this role Desirable: Good communication skills and ability to interact and manage stakeholders Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Combat Systems Safety Team Working closely with several engineers and technical specialists on both In-Service and In-Build Combat Systems, you will have the opportunity to work on developing safety arguments. This will include developing an understanding of new technologies and sensor systems used to support the safety arguments. We welcome people with experience of the military, defence and maritime industries, who can use their knowledge and learning to help us ensure that we provide the best products into submarines. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Frimley, Weymouth, Bristol, Portsmouth, Barrow-in-Furness, Devonport, Plymouth or Brough, dependant on role and your personal circumstances. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience What you'll be doing: Providing advice on product safety matters to project and engineering managers delivering the programmes and ensuring the safety considerations (DEF STAN 0055/0056) are correctly considered and implemented Engaging with third parties, to review and gather supporting safety case evidence Developing safety arguments, both physical and functional, using appropriate safety analysis methods e.g. (FHA/STPA/FMEA/FTA) producing and updating safety case and safety management documentation using appropriate regulations and standards Line managing other safety practitioners Applying ALARP principles Your skills and experiences: Essential: Safety engineering processes, practices and tools Clear understanding of safety engineering & assurance principals Experience and qualified engineers from other disciplines who display the correct behaviours and have an understanding of safety engineering, will actively be considered for this role Desirable: Good communication skills and ability to interact and manage stakeholders Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Combat Systems Safety Team Working closely with several engineers and technical specialists on both In-Service and In-Build Combat Systems, you will have the opportunity to work on developing safety arguments. This will include developing an understanding of new technologies and sensor systems used to support the safety arguments. We welcome people with experience of the military, defence and maritime industries, who can use their knowledge and learning to help us ensure that we provide the best products into submarines. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Safety Engineer - Safety & Environmental Engineering Location: Barrow-in-Furness - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership as a subject matter expert in safety engineering Mentor and develop engineers, guiding safety analysis and influencing design decisions Analyse and influence nuclear submarine design using safety engineering techniques, focussing on major hazards (fires, explosions including DSEAR, steam release) Apply engineering judgement to justify design safety and compliance Interface with regulators, clients within the MOD and internal stakeholders Develop and review safety case documentation to substantiate design safety Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience Strong analytical , written and oral communication skills with a practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proven ability to produce clear, structured safety case arguments and supporting technical documentation for complex systems Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards in complex engineering environments Desirable: Experience in a highly regulated industries (nuclear, oil and gas, maritime, aerospace) Experience in DSEAR and fire risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis . Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA, Fault and Event Tree Analysis ) Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Safety Engineer - Safety & Environmental Engineering Location: Barrow-in-Furness - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership as a subject matter expert in safety engineering Mentor and develop engineers, guiding safety analysis and influencing design decisions Analyse and influence nuclear submarine design using safety engineering techniques, focussing on major hazards (fires, explosions including DSEAR, steam release) Apply engineering judgement to justify design safety and compliance Interface with regulators, clients within the MOD and internal stakeholders Develop and review safety case documentation to substantiate design safety Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience Strong analytical , written and oral communication skills with a practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proven ability to produce clear, structured safety case arguments and supporting technical documentation for complex systems Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards in complex engineering environments Desirable: Experience in a highly regulated industries (nuclear, oil and gas, maritime, aerospace) Experience in DSEAR and fire risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis . Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA, Fault and Event Tree Analysis ) Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Frimley, Weymouth, Bristol, Portsmouth, Barrow-in-Furness, Devonport, Plymouth or Brough, dependant on role and your personal circumstances. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience What you'll be doing: Providing advice on product safety matters to project and engineering managers delivering the programmes and ensuring the safety considerations (DEF STAN 0055/0056) are correctly considered and implemented Engaging with third parties, to review and gather supporting safety case evidence Developing safety arguments, both physical and functional, using appropriate safety analysis methods e.g. (FHA/STPA/FMEA/FTA) producing and updating safety case and safety management documentation using appropriate regulations and standards Line managing other safety practitioners Applying ALARP principles Your skills and experiences: Essential: Safety engineering processes, practices and tools Clear understanding of safety engineering & assurance principals Experience and qualified engineers from other disciplines who display the correct behaviours and have an understanding of safety engineering, will actively be considered for this role Desirable: Good communication skills and ability to interact and manage stakeholders Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Combat Systems Safety Team Working closely with several engineers and technical specialists on both In-Service and In-Build Combat Systems, you will have the opportunity to work on developing safety arguments. This will include developing an understanding of new technologies and sensor systems used to support the safety arguments. We welcome people with experience of the military, defence and maritime industries, who can use their knowledge and learning to help us ensure that we provide the best products into submarines. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Frimley, Weymouth, Bristol, Portsmouth, Barrow-in-Furness, Devonport, Plymouth or Brough, dependant on role and your personal circumstances. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience What you'll be doing: Providing advice on product safety matters to project and engineering managers delivering the programmes and ensuring the safety considerations (DEF STAN 0055/0056) are correctly considered and implemented Engaging with third parties, to review and gather supporting safety case evidence Developing safety arguments, both physical and functional, using appropriate safety analysis methods e.g. (FHA/STPA/FMEA/FTA) producing and updating safety case and safety management documentation using appropriate regulations and standards Line managing other safety practitioners Applying ALARP principles Your skills and experiences: Essential: Safety engineering processes, practices and tools Clear understanding of safety engineering & assurance principals Experience and qualified engineers from other disciplines who display the correct behaviours and have an understanding of safety engineering, will actively be considered for this role Desirable: Good communication skills and ability to interact and manage stakeholders Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Combat Systems Safety Team Working closely with several engineers and technical specialists on both In-Service and In-Build Combat Systems, you will have the opportunity to work on developing safety arguments. This will include developing an understanding of new technologies and sensor systems used to support the safety arguments. We welcome people with experience of the military, defence and maritime industries, who can use their knowledge and learning to help us ensure that we provide the best products into submarines. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Weapons Engineering Submariner (WESM) Tactical Weapon Systems (TWS) expert for a contract role. This position is primarily remote with occasional travel required, based near Reading. Key Responsibilities: Work as a member of a team responsible for the analysis, design, maintenance, review, and production of DSAT Documentation & processes for customer training sites and organisations. Interview subject matter experts to collate required data and participate in internal workshops to discuss and agree findings from analysis. Identify technical data required for courseware and media development and work with the customer and suppliers to obtain this data. Collaborate with courseware and media content developers to ensure correct training conditions and standards are applied. Maintain and update course technical data. Identify potential improvements in training methods and media for better courseware development. Champion and foster a culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance and continuous improvement. Complete any other duties required to fulfil the CMDC Training Service requirements. Job Requirements: Proven at-sea experience as a WESM TWS, such as in a TWEO, DWEO, or TWS Group Chief/Head role. Desirable: Experience of on-watch WEO duty SCOOW duty Planesman duty DCHQ duties Training requirements, design, or delivery Experience with DE&S/SDA If you have the above experience and are looking to further your career in the defence and security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team.
Feb 04, 2026
Contractor
Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Weapons Engineering Submariner (WESM) Tactical Weapon Systems (TWS) expert for a contract role. This position is primarily remote with occasional travel required, based near Reading. Key Responsibilities: Work as a member of a team responsible for the analysis, design, maintenance, review, and production of DSAT Documentation & processes for customer training sites and organisations. Interview subject matter experts to collate required data and participate in internal workshops to discuss and agree findings from analysis. Identify technical data required for courseware and media development and work with the customer and suppliers to obtain this data. Collaborate with courseware and media content developers to ensure correct training conditions and standards are applied. Maintain and update course technical data. Identify potential improvements in training methods and media for better courseware development. Champion and foster a culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance and continuous improvement. Complete any other duties required to fulfil the CMDC Training Service requirements. Job Requirements: Proven at-sea experience as a WESM TWS, such as in a TWEO, DWEO, or TWS Group Chief/Head role. Desirable: Experience of on-watch WEO duty SCOOW duty Planesman duty DCHQ duties Training requirements, design, or delivery Experience with DE&S/SDA If you have the above experience and are looking to further your career in the defence and security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team.
Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Marine Engineering Submarine (MESM) specialist with expertise in weapons systems to join their team on a contract basis. This remote position, with occasional travel near Reading, offers the opportunity to contribute to critical national security initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the team to analyse, design, maintain, review, and produce DSAT documentation and processes for customer training sites and organisations. Interview subject matter experts to gather required data and participate in internal workshops to discuss findings from analyses. Work with customers and their agents to identify and access technical data needed for courseware and media development. Coordinate with courseware and media content developers to contextualise training language and ensure that correct conditions and standards are applied. Maintain and update course technical data as necessary. Identify opportunities to leverage current training methods and media to enhance the Programme's courseware development and delivery. Champion and foster a culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance and continuous improvement. Job Requirements: Proven at sea experience as a Cat A (or Cat B) Nuclear Watchkeeper. Desirable Experience: Experience with PWR 2 systems. Electrical background. Experience with Forward ME duties. Familiarity with training requirements, design, or delivery. Experience as a member of a Boat Build Crew. Experience with DE&S/SDA. If you have the expertise and passion for marine engineering and weapons systems, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team in contributing to national defence and security initiatives.
Feb 04, 2026
Contractor
Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Marine Engineering Submarine (MESM) specialist with expertise in weapons systems to join their team on a contract basis. This remote position, with occasional travel near Reading, offers the opportunity to contribute to critical national security initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the team to analyse, design, maintain, review, and produce DSAT documentation and processes for customer training sites and organisations. Interview subject matter experts to gather required data and participate in internal workshops to discuss findings from analyses. Work with customers and their agents to identify and access technical data needed for courseware and media development. Coordinate with courseware and media content developers to contextualise training language and ensure that correct conditions and standards are applied. Maintain and update course technical data as necessary. Identify opportunities to leverage current training methods and media to enhance the Programme's courseware development and delivery. Champion and foster a culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance and continuous improvement. Job Requirements: Proven at sea experience as a Cat A (or Cat B) Nuclear Watchkeeper. Desirable Experience: Experience with PWR 2 systems. Electrical background. Experience with Forward ME duties. Familiarity with training requirements, design, or delivery. Experience as a member of a Boat Build Crew. Experience with DE&S/SDA. If you have the expertise and passion for marine engineering and weapons systems, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team in contributing to national defence and security initiatives.
Job Title: Principal Safety Engineer - Safety & Environmental Engineering Location: Barrow-in-Furness - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership as a subject matter expert in safety engineering Mentor and develop engineers, guiding safety analysis and influencing design decisions Analyse and influence nuclear submarine design using safety engineering techniques, focussing on major hazards (fires, explosions including DSEAR, steam release) Apply engineering judgement to justify design safety and compliance Interface with regulators, clients within the MOD and internal stakeholders Develop and review safety case documentation to substantiate design safety Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience Strong analytical , written and oral communication skills with a practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proven ability to produce clear, structured safety case arguments and supporting technical documentation for complex systems Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards in complex engineering environments Desirable: Experience in a highly regulated industries (nuclear, oil and gas, maritime, aerospace) Experience in DSEAR and fire risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis . Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA, Fault and Event Tree Analysis ) Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Safety Engineer - Safety & Environmental Engineering Location: Barrow-in-Furness - we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership as a subject matter expert in safety engineering Mentor and develop engineers, guiding safety analysis and influencing design decisions Analyse and influence nuclear submarine design using safety engineering techniques, focussing on major hazards (fires, explosions including DSEAR, steam release) Apply engineering judgement to justify design safety and compliance Interface with regulators, clients within the MOD and internal stakeholders Develop and review safety case documentation to substantiate design safety Your skills and experiences: Essential: Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience Strong analytical , written and oral communication skills with a practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Proven ability to produce clear, structured safety case arguments and supporting technical documentation for complex systems Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate hazards in complex engineering environments Desirable: Experience in a highly regulated industries (nuclear, oil and gas, maritime, aerospace) Experience in DSEAR and fire risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis . Familiarity with hazard analysis techniques (e.g. HAZOP, FMEA, Fault and Event Tree Analysis ) Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Safety & Environmental team This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team tasked which offers exposure to the wider strategic initiative. You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 16th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.