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Principal engineer - combat systems (external communications)

Frimley
Bae Systems
Principal engineer
Posted: 8 October
Offer description

* Provide specialist knowledge and Subject Matter Expertise (SME) to assist in the development and integration of emergent equipment/systems into the submarine ECS baseline design.
* Support equipment/system associated acceptance and qualification criteria of the ECS through design, build, integration, installation, and commissioning phases, through the Life Cycle Management (LCM) process, adhering to the CADMID framework as used in Defence Acquisition.
* Produce documentation required to support the design review process, including technical specifications, design evidence, and justification.
* Provide specialist technical support to the system integrator for the Combat System Development and Integration Facility and platform installations, including commissioning and Setting to Work (STW) activities.
* Provide engineering assistance, guidance, and recommendations relating to equipment/system maintenance routines and supporting submarine platform operational defect rectification.
* Provide technical guidance to other combat system engineers, specialist engineering services, and support the engineering management team in planning and controlling specialist activities.
* Thorough understanding of LCM principles and process management.
* Degree qualified or equivalent level of relevant experience.
* Robust awareness of Product Safety and SHE.
* Experience with engaging with MoD and industry stakeholders.
* Knowledge of External Communications Systems (ECS) in the maritime defence domain.
* Knowledge of systems integration and commissioning.

Please note 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 achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting.

The role offers a competitive salary, dependent on experience, as well as a pension scheme, employee share plans, and an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits.

The In-Service ECS Team is part of the In-service ECS Engineering Team, providing development and delivery of the final product to meet the customer's requirements, with regular engagement with various departments, including key stakeholders within BAE and the MoD. This role supports the ECS Technical Authority (TA) that provides system assurance of the common External Communications System (CECS) for both Vanguard and Astute class submarines.

BAE Systems is an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers employees to fulfill their potential. The company welcomes people from all backgrounds and offers relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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