Job Description
Job Title: Senior Engineer – Operability
Location: Barrow-In-Furness, Portsmouth, Weymouth, Frimley or Filton – 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:
* Reviewing and assessing the developing SSN-AUKUS Submarine design to ensure it is safe, operable, and habitable by its crew. This will be achieved through attendance at design reviews, review of the 3D CAD model, review of design documentation, participation in experimental design and user trials, and provision of design guidance and sharing of SQEP knowledge.
* Providing specialist support to safety activities such as HAZID, HAZOPS, and ALARP optioneering workshops.
* Offering specialist support to the Operating Documentation Production Authority in support of OPDOC derivation and verification.
Your skills and experiences:
* Experience in the following discipline (Astute): CAT B/C Ships Platform Systems operator/maintainer – Relevant qualifications to the skills required.
* Knowledge and experience across disciplines such as Platform Systems, Electrical & Distribution, and Whole Boat Activities.
* Understanding of manufacturing, assembly, commissioning, and testing processes used within the business.
* Basic understanding of environmental challenges that the product will be exposed to.
* Knowledge of the capabilities and appropriate uses of specialised analysis tools.
* Recognition or knowledge of relevant engineering standards, including safety and environmental regulations.
Benefits:
You’ll receive a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan, flexible working options, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work scheme, employee discounts, and potentially an annual incentive.
The Operability team:
You will work alongside dedicated ex-submariners with whole boat experience from operating the UK SSN & SSBN fleet, including Damage Control and Submarine Escape and Rescue on the current SSN-AUKUS platform. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to eligibility.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you can make a real difference. We foster an inclusive culture that values integrity and merit, and empowers you to reach your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and accommodate disabilities or health conditions in our recruitment processes. If you have a condition such as dyslexia, autism, or an anxiety disorder that may impact your assessment, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as your nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth may restrict your eligibility for certain roles. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and higher levels of security vetting may require 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residence, depending on the role.
Closing Date: 8th July 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.
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