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Principal Software Engineer Portsmouth Hybrid, 3 days onsite 75,000- 85,000 plus bonus and benefits Want to work on groundbreaking projects within the defence industry? Are you a hands-on technical leader with strong C++ and Unreal Engine expertise and want to work at the forefront of complex, performance-critical software delivery within defence? The role combines advanced engineering with genuine technical authority, shaping how simulation-driven and autonomy-focused systems are designed, built and evolved. The position sits within a fast-growing software and data science consultancy delivering end-to-end solutions in the defence industry. You will work closely with subject matter experts and senior stakeholders on high-impact programmes spanning modelling and simulation, autonomy, geospatial systems, synthetic environments and digital twins. This is a true principal-level role. You will remain deeply technical while setting direction, leading teams and acting as the technical authority across projects. What you will be doing Leading the design and delivery of complex software solutions using C++ and Unreal Engine Acting as technical lead across modelling and simulation, wargaming and autonomous systems Applying mathematical and computational techniques to solve real-world problems Owning key technical decisions across architecture, tooling and performance Mentoring engineers and enabling high-performing delivery teams Delivering technical consultancy engagements and leading selected projects Building trusted relationships with customers and stakeholders Supporting bids, proposals and technical reporting What you will bring Extensive experience, typically 15+ years, delivering high-performance software Proven technical leadership at Principal or Technical Lead level Strong hands-on expertise in C++ and Unreal Engine Background in simulation, autonomy, robotics or game-engine-driven environments Experience working with large, complex codebases and performance constraints Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills What's on offer Salary up to 85,000, flexible for exceptional technical leaders 7% employer pension contribution Vitality private healthcare 25 days holiday with the option to buy or sell additional days Life assurance EV salary sacrifice scheme Discretionary bonus linked to company performance Structured mentoring and ongoing technical development

Job Title: Safety, Internal Flow and Hazards Engineer (CFD) 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: £45,628+ dependent on skills and experience What you'll be doing Undertaking technical work on all aspects of CFD (computational fluid dynamics) simulations, including pre-processing (CAD modelling and meshing), applying and developing CFD models, solving analysis , post processing and authoring technical reports/presentations Supporting with team meetings and providing technical guidance and support Reviewing technical pieces of work Supporting with capability developments and establishing both processes and methods Having involvement within various CFD toolset research and development activities Your skills and experiences Essential: Hold a degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have equivalent experience Have good experience of working within a highly regulated/high hazard industry Be proficient with using at least one CFD software package such as Ansys Fluent or StarCCM+ Desirable: An awareness of Safety case development Experience in using at least one, OpenFOAM or FDS (fire dynamics simulator) Be a chartered engineer or working towards/ability to achieve Have experience of programming in a high-level language (e.g. VBA) Experience in Ansys Fluent UDF's (user defined function) and/or Java for Siemens Star CCM+ 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 Internal Flow and Hazards team As a Principal Engineer within the Internal Flow and Hazards team, you will be supporting a wide number of customers throughout all submarine programmes. Typically, within the whole boat design team, the CFD models are based on consequence analysis and include fire, steam release, water-based fire suppression systems, thermal analysis , flammable and toxic gas dispersion You will have opportunities to gain and grow a professional career progression towards Consultancy or Management roles. The team supports multiple submarine programs including site and facilities and as such there is opportunities to work on different programmes and projects. 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: 20th October 2025 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/Senior Engineer - Structural (Shock & Dynamics) 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: Up to £57,500 What you'll be doing: Lead the development of the functional requirements and supporting V&V evidence for secondary structures to support design justification documentation set Oversee the spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures in accordance with process instructions and standard design guidance Follow internal procedures and develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports Undertake structural calculations and (or) peer review checking and approval activities Lead and support the identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages Ensure the appropriate engineering guidance is implemented to ensure robust and efficient calculations are implemented early with a "right first time" mind set Lead technical development and research activities, methods and acceptance criterion, liaising with industrial partners and external customers as necessary Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of undertaking structural calculations Understanding the principals of structural mechanics and dynamics Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence Experience in using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software Experience in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply Previous experience in checking and approving work Desirable Knowledge of Abaqus FEA and Simcenter or willingness to learn Chartered Engineer (or on route to becoming Chartered) Experienced in generating toolset/calculation templates 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 Secondary Structures Department: Join the newly established Secondary Structures Department, a dynamic and forward-thinking team at the forefront of submarine structural engineering. As part of this innovative group, you will play a critical role in supporting structural requirements and conducting complex simulations of internal submarine structures. Your expertise will help safeguard essential equipment against naval shock events and various load conditions, ensuring optimal performance and durability. Beyond technical excellence, this team thrives on collaboration, providing structural design guidance to both internal and external stakeholders during key design reviews. 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: 3 rd October 2025 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/Senior Engineer - Structural (Shock & Dynamics) 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: Up to £57,500 What you'll be doing: Lead the development of the functional requirements and supporting V&V evidence for secondary structures to support design justification documentation set Oversee the spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures in accordance with process instructions and standard design guidance Follow internal procedures and develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports Undertake structural calculations and (or) peer review checking and approval activities Lead and support the identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages Ensure the appropriate engineering guidance is implemented to ensure robust and efficient calculations are implemented early with a "right first time" mind set Lead technical development and research activities, methods and acceptance criterion, liaising with industrial partners and external customers as necessary Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of undertaking structural calculations Understanding the principals of structural mechanics and dynamics Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence Experience in using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software Experience in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply Previous experience in checking and approving work Desirable Knowledge of Abaqus FEA and Simcenter or willingness to learn Chartered Engineer (or on route to becoming Chartered) Experienced in generating toolset/calculation templates 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 Secondary Structures Department: Join the newly established Secondary Structures Department, a dynamic and forward-thinking team at the forefront of submarine structural engineering. As part of this innovative group, you will play a critical role in supporting structural requirements and conducting complex simulations of internal submarine structures. Your expertise will help safeguard essential equipment against naval shock events and various load conditions, ensuring optimal performance and durability. Beyond technical excellence, this team thrives on collaboration, providing structural design guidance to both internal and external stakeholders during key design reviews. 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: 3 rd October 2025 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/Senior Engineer - Structural (Shock & Dynamics) 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: Up to £57,500 What you'll be doing: Lead the development of the functional requirements and supporting V&V evidence for secondary structures to support design justification documentation set Oversee the spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures in accordance with process instructions and standard design guidance Follow internal procedures and develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports Undertake structural calculations and (or) peer review checking and approval activities Lead and support the identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages Ensure the appropriate engineering guidance is implemented to ensure robust and efficient calculations are implemented early with a "right first time" mind set Lead technical development and research activities, methods and acceptance criterion, liaising with industrial partners and external customers as necessary Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of undertaking structural calculations Understanding the principals of structural mechanics and dynamics Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence Experience in using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software Experience in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply Previous experience in checking and approving work Desirable Knowledge of Abaqus FEA and Simcenter or willingness to learn Chartered Engineer (or on route to becoming Chartered) Experienced in generating toolset/calculation templates 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 Secondary Structures Department: Join the newly established Secondary Structures Department, a dynamic and forward-thinking team at the forefront of submarine structural engineering. As part of this innovative group, you will play a critical role in supporting structural requirements and conducting complex simulations of internal submarine structures. Your expertise will help safeguard essential equipment against naval shock events and various load conditions, ensuring optimal performance and durability. Beyond technical excellence, this team thrives on collaboration, providing structural design guidance to both internal and external stakeholders during key design reviews. 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: 3 rd October 2025 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/Senior Engineer - Structural (Shock & Dynamics) 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: Up to £57,500 What you'll be doing: Lead the development of the functional requirements and supporting V&V evidence for secondary structures to support design justification documentation set Oversee the spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures in accordance with process instructions and standard design guidance Follow internal procedures and develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports Undertake structural calculations and (or) peer review checking and approval activities Lead and support the identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages Ensure the appropriate engineering guidance is implemented to ensure robust and efficient calculations are implemented early with a "right first time" mind set Lead technical development and research activities, methods and acceptance criterion, liaising with industrial partners and external customers as necessary Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of undertaking structural calculations Understanding the principals of structural mechanics and dynamics Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence Experience in using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software Experience in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply Previous experience in checking and approving work Desirable Knowledge of Abaqus FEA and Simcenter or willingness to learn Chartered Engineer (or on route to becoming Chartered) Experienced in generating toolset/calculation templates 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 Secondary Structures Department: Join the newly established Secondary Structures Department, a dynamic and forward-thinking team at the forefront of submarine structural engineering. As part of this innovative group, you will play a critical role in supporting structural requirements and conducting complex simulations of internal submarine structures. Your expertise will help safeguard essential equipment against naval shock events and various load conditions, ensuring optimal performance and durability. Beyond technical excellence, this team thrives on collaboration, providing structural design guidance to both internal and external stakeholders during key design reviews. 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: 3 rd October 2025 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/Senior Engineer - Structural (Shock & Dynamics) 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: Up to £57,500 What you'll be doing: Lead the development of the functional requirements and supporting V&V evidence for secondary structures to support design justification documentation set Oversee the spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures in accordance with process instructions and standard design guidance Follow internal procedures and develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports Undertake structural calculations and (or) peer review checking and approval activities Lead and support the identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages Ensure the appropriate engineering guidance is implemented to ensure robust and efficient calculations are implemented early with a "right first time" mind set Lead technical development and research activities, methods and acceptance criterion, liaising with industrial partners and external customers as necessary Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of undertaking structural calculations Understanding the principals of structural mechanics and dynamics Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence Experience in using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software Experience in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply Previous experience in checking and approving work Desirable Knowledge of Abaqus FEA and Simcenter or willingness to learn Chartered Engineer (or on route to becoming Chartered) Experienced in generating toolset/calculation templates 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 Secondary Structures Department: Join the newly established Secondary Structures Department, a dynamic and forward-thinking team at the forefront of submarine structural engineering. As part of this innovative group, you will play a critical role in supporting structural requirements and conducting complex simulations of internal submarine structures. Your expertise will help safeguard essential equipment against naval shock events and various load conditions, ensuring optimal performance and durability. Beyond technical excellence, this team thrives on collaboration, providing structural design guidance to both internal and external stakeholders during key design reviews. 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: 3 rd October 2025 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/Senior Engineer - Structural (Shock & Dynamics) 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: Up to £57,500 What you'll be doing: Lead the development of the functional requirements and supporting V&V evidence for secondary structures to support design justification documentation set Oversee the spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures in accordance with process instructions and standard design guidance Follow internal procedures and develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports Undertake structural calculations and (or) peer review checking and approval activities Lead and support the identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages Ensure the appropriate engineering guidance is implemented to ensure robust and efficient calculations are implemented early with a "right first time" mind set Lead technical development and research activities, methods and acceptance criterion, liaising with industrial partners and external customers as necessary Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of undertaking structural calculations Understanding the principals of structural mechanics and dynamics Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence Experience in using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software Experience in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply Previous experience in checking and approving work Desirable Knowledge of Abaqus FEA and Simcenter or willingness to learn Chartered Engineer (or on route to becoming Chartered) Experienced in generating toolset/calculation templates 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 Secondary Structures Department: Join the newly established Secondary Structures Department, a dynamic and forward-thinking team at the forefront of submarine structural engineering. As part of this innovative group, you will play a critical role in supporting structural requirements and conducting complex simulations of internal submarine structures. Your expertise will help safeguard essential equipment against naval shock events and various load conditions, ensuring optimal performance and durability. Beyond technical excellence, this team thrives on collaboration, providing structural design guidance to both internal and external stakeholders during key design reviews. 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: 3 rd October 2025 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/Senior Engineer - Structural (Shock & Dynamics) 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: Up to £57,500 What you'll be doing: Lead the development of the functional requirements and supporting V&V evidence for secondary structures to support design justification documentation set Oversee the spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures in accordance with process instructions and standard design guidance Follow internal procedures and develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports Undertake structural calculations and (or) peer review checking and approval activities Lead and support the identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages Ensure the appropriate engineering guidance is implemented to ensure robust and efficient calculations are implemented early with a "right first time" mind set Lead technical development and research activities, methods and acceptance criterion, liaising with industrial partners and external customers as necessary Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of undertaking structural calculations Understanding the principals of structural mechanics and dynamics Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence Experience in using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software Experience in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply Previous experience in checking and approving work Desirable Knowledge of Abaqus FEA and Simcenter or willingness to learn Chartered Engineer (or on route to becoming Chartered) Experienced in generating toolset/calculation templates 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 Secondary Structures Department: Join the newly established Secondary Structures Department, a dynamic and forward-thinking team at the forefront of submarine structural engineering. As part of this innovative group, you will play a critical role in supporting structural requirements and conducting complex simulations of internal submarine structures. Your expertise will help safeguard essential equipment against naval shock events and various load conditions, ensuring optimal performance and durability. Beyond technical excellence, this team thrives on collaboration, providing structural design guidance to both internal and external stakeholders during key design reviews. 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: 3 rd October 2025 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/Senior Engineer - Structural (Shock & Dynamics) 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: Up to £57,500 What you'll be doing: Lead the development of the functional requirements and supporting V&V evidence for secondary structures to support design justification documentation set Oversee the spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures in accordance with process instructions and standard design guidance Follow internal procedures and develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports Undertake structural calculations and (or) peer review checking and approval activities Lead and support the identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages Ensure the appropriate engineering guidance is implemented to ensure robust and efficient calculations are implemented early with a "right first time" mind set Lead technical development and research activities, methods and acceptance criterion, liaising with industrial partners and external customers as necessary Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of undertaking structural calculations Understanding the principals of structural mechanics and dynamics Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence Experience in using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software Experience in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply Previous experience in checking and approving work Desirable Knowledge of Abaqus FEA and Simcenter or willingness to learn Chartered Engineer (or on route to becoming Chartered) Experienced in generating toolset/calculation templates 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 Secondary Structures Department: Join the newly established Secondary Structures Department, a dynamic and forward-thinking team at the forefront of submarine structural engineering. As part of this innovative group, you will play a critical role in supporting structural requirements and conducting complex simulations of internal submarine structures. Your expertise will help safeguard essential equipment against naval shock events and various load conditions, ensuring optimal performance and durability. Beyond technical excellence, this team thrives on collaboration, providing structural design guidance to both internal and external stakeholders during key design reviews. 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: 3 rd October 2025 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.

Principal Hardware Engineer Marine AUV Robotics Harwell Hybrid £65,000pa - £70,000pa plus share scheme & benefits: A once in a lifetime opportunity has arisen for a passionate Principal Hardware Engineer to join a stealth robotics company based in the Oxfordshire area. This amazing business and AUV submersible robot have massive potential across a range of different industry sectors. The Principal Hardware Engineer will lead in the design, integration, and testing of advanced hardware systems for autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). In this role, you will be responsible for developing mission-critical electronics and system architectures that operate reliably in challenging marine environments. If you re passionate about robotics within the maritime industry and the autonomous vehicle and unmanned vehicle industry, you honestly need to make contact with us, this Principal Hardware Engineer role is not to be missed. Candidates must be British Citizens or have lived in the UK for a minimum of 5 years, due to needing SC clearance. Key Responsibilities: Lead the architecture and development of hardware systems for underwater unmanned platforms, including power distribution, embedded electronics, sensor integration , and control systems. Design and oversee development of custom PCBs , enclosures, and interconnect systems that meet demanding environmental and operational requirements (pressure, corrosion, vibration). Evaluate and integrate marine sensors (e.g., sonar, cameras, DVLs, IMUs) and actuators into system designs, ensuring compatibility and performance under water. Develop and implement robust electrical and communication interfaces (e.g., Ethernet, RS-232/485, CAN, I2C, SPI) for high-reliability operation. Lead hardware system integration and testing, including pressure testing, EMI/EMC validation, and underwater operational trials. Collaborate closely with software, mechanical, and systems engineers to ensure cohesive design and successful system-level integration. Generate and maintain comprehensive documentation including schematics, BOMs, test plans, design justifications , and regulatory compliance records . Support field testing and deployments, including troubleshooting and field-based system diagnostics. Qualifications: Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field. 8+ years of experience in hardware engineering, preferably in unmanned systems, robotics, or rugged embedded systems. Proficiency in PCB design and layout tools (e.g., Altium, KiCAD, OrCAD) and electrical simulation/analysis tools. Hands-on experience designing for harsh environments including pressure, saltwater exposure, and thermal constraints . Strong understanding of signal integrity, grounding, shielding , and EMI/EMC considerations . Familiarity with underwater communication systems (e.g., acoustic modems, fiber optics, RF through water). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to lead complex hardware development efforts from concept through deployment. Preferred Experience: Experience with low-power design , battery management systems, and subsea power architectures. Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards for marine or defense systems. Prior work on AUVs, ROVs , or similar subsea robotics platforms. If you re passionate about both robotics, in particular autonomous underwater or submersible vehicle and unmanned vehicle industry, and you love software engineering within this space, please get in touch ASAP. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).