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Principal Software Engineer Location: Portsmouth with a hybrid working ( 3 days in the office) Salary: From £60K - £80K, depending on experience, many benefits including pension, 25 days holiday and life insurance. Our client is a growing software and data science consultancy, The team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, end-to-end software and data science services. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple sectors, including defence, energy, transport, and health, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions. Our client is looking for Principal C++ Software Engineers with a range of levels of experience including designing, delivering software applications, and leading teams. As a Principal Software Engineer, you will play a major role in developing code in the Software Modelling and Simulation, autonomy, and geospatial fields, along with providing key advice around innovation and new techniques to stakeholders. You will be designing solutions for complex challenges that will meet and exceed user requirements. Responsibilities re role of Principal Software Engineer will include: Designing, developing and delivering software solutions using a large range of techniques, including Wargames, Modelling and Simulation, Robotic and Autonomous systems, Digital Twins and Synthetic Environments. Applying mathematical and computational methods to tackle real world problems, applying tools and techniques, and developing novel approaches where required. Delivering technical consulting projects and products, with the opportunity to lead some of these Building new relationships and maintaining current customer relationships. Qualifications/Experience required re role of Principal Software Engineer include: Essential: At least 15 years' experience in designing and implementing performant software applications. Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields. Proficient in C/C++ or C# and Python. Demonstratable skills in stakeholder management including influencing, negotiating and conflict management. Demonstratable experience and capability in writing proposals and coordinating bid management activity. Experience of line management and enabling people to perform. Extensive experience with a range of software modelling and simulation techniques. Experience in using cases and project data context to determine specifications and requirements. Experience in one or more of the following technical disciplines: Videogame engine technology (e.g. Unreal Engine, Godot) Entity or Event based Simulation Robotics and Autonomous Systems Understand varied codebases and be confident in making changes to large projects. Understand performance and hardware constraints. Building customer and stakeholder relationships. Supporting and leading authoring of technical reports and presenting to customers. Be willing to travel across UK and comfortable to work at client sites for periods. Desirable: Experience working with Defence Digital, DE&S, Dstl, Frontline Commands or UK Defence industry. The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level or have equivalent relevant experience. We'd love you to bring a strong STEM / computing background. Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint, Word. Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK. Ideally looking for candidates with current SC or DV Security Clearance. Principal Software Engineer

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 Engineer - Communications Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Leading the design and delivery of communications and audio systems for naval vessels, including defining system requirements and design standards to develop effective technical solutions Developing comprehensive technical documentation, including specifications, user manuals, and design calculations, to ensure alignment with performance requirements Defining testing protocols and providing on-site support for dockside installation and system commissioning activities Evaluating test and qualification results for compliance with technical requirements and presenting finding to both internal stakeholders and external clients Conducting technical development studies to verify and validate that system designs meet specified requirements Contributing technical expertise to engineering and project teams, supporting accurate cost estimation, technical risk assessments, and mitigation strategies Supporting Factory Acceptance Testing of system equipment at supplier facilities, as required Your skills and experiences: Essential: BEng/BSc and/or MEng/MSc degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as, or equivalent experience in: Communications Engineering; Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Electronic Engineering, Acoustics / Audio Engineering / Audio Technology, Technical Report writing skills A detailed understanding of at least of one of the following disciplines: Design and deployment of Voice Over IP (VOIP) networks; Deployment of Private Branch Exchange systems, Acoustics Modelling and Simulation, Speech Quality Analysis, Design of Public Address or Voice Alarm or Installed Sound Systems, Design of audio distribution systems, Design of trunked radio systems, Design of military tactical communications systems, Design of communications systems for safety critical applications, Design and installation of electrical equipment in explosive atmospheres Proven track record of system or equipment design Desirable: CEng (or be able to work towards satisfying requirements for Chartership) with an accredited institution Knowledge and experience in defence standards Knowledge and experience of classification society rules, International and UK marine equipment legislation 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 Submarine Communications team: As a Principal Engineer - Communications, you will collaborate with the internal communications design team to undertake a variety of design activities related to data networks, communication systems, and associated equipment for Submarine platforms. This position offers significant exposure across the organisation, providing the opportunity to engage with a broad range of stakeholders at all levels. It presents excellent prospects for professional development, both in advancing technical expertise (e.g. toward Consultant Engineer roles) and in progressing into engineering leadership positions. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you will 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 leave 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending in the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 14 th 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 Engineer - Communications Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Leading the design and delivery of communications and audio systems for naval vessels, including defining system requirements and design standards to develop effective technical solutions Developing comprehensive technical documentation, including specifications, user manuals, and design calculations, to ensure alignment with performance requirements Defining testing protocols and providing on-site support for dockside installation and system commissioning activities Evaluating test and qualification results for compliance with technical requirements and presenting finding to both internal stakeholders and external clients Conducting technical development studies to verify and validate that system designs meet specified requirements Contributing technical expertise to engineering and project teams, supporting accurate cost estimation, technical risk assessments, and mitigation strategies Supporting Factory Acceptance Testing of system equipment at supplier facilities, as required Your skills and experiences: Essential: BEng/BSc and/or MEng/MSc degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as, or equivalent experience in: Communications Engineering; Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Electronic Engineering, Acoustics / Audio Engineering / Audio Technology, Technical Report writing skills A detailed understanding of at least of one of the following disciplines: Design and deployment of Voice Over IP (VOIP) networks; Deployment of Private Branch Exchange systems, Acoustics Modelling and Simulation, Speech Quality Analysis, Design of Public Address or Voice Alarm or Installed Sound Systems, Design of audio distribution systems, Design of trunked radio systems, Design of military tactical communications systems, Design of communications systems for safety critical applications, Design and installation of electrical equipment in explosive atmospheres Proven track record of system or equipment design Desirable: CEng (or be able to work towards satisfying requirements for Chartership) with an accredited institution Knowledge and experience in defence standards Knowledge and experience of classification society rules, International and UK marine equipment legislation 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 Submarine Communications team: As a Principal Engineer - Communications, you will collaborate with the internal communications design team to undertake a variety of design activities related to data networks, communication systems, and associated equipment for Submarine platforms. This position offers significant exposure across the organisation, providing the opportunity to engage with a broad range of stakeholders at all levels. It presents excellent prospects for professional development, both in advancing technical expertise (e.g. toward Consultant Engineer roles) and in progressing into engineering leadership positions. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you will 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 leave 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending in the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 14 th 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.