Overview
Job Description - Engineering Tools & Process Advisor (Edgewing) (00134036)
Engineering Tools & Process Advisor (Edgewing) - 00134036
Job Title: Engineering Tools & Process Advisor (Edgewing)
Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems site (preferably Frimley) but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. Due to the nature of this assignment, we envisage there will be a need for mostly on site working, however, flexible working arrangements may be possible – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.
Salary: £46,078+ Dependent of skills and experience
Responsibilities
* Act as a key interface between the Digital Engineering function and Engineering SMEs, enabling effective cross-functional collaboration
* Implement the required processes and toolsets in line with programme schedules, ensuring capability requirements are met and operational readiness is achieved
* Align the design, optimisation, and implementation of internal toolchains and operational workflows to drive efficiency, performance, and continuous improvement across the organisation
* Drive workflow automation, manage and optimise toolchains, establish and standardise best practices, and implement metrics and performance monitoring to enhance operational effectiveness
* Play a key role in shaping the strategy and planning of a new joint venture from the ground up, offering an exciting opportunity to influence business direction and growth
Qualifications
* Experience in aeronautical or engineering companies with knowledge of Engineering IT tools to ensure the appropriate functioning model.
* Previous proven experience in systems engineering environment
* Knowledge of the full engineering lifecycle
* Ability to effectively manage stakeholders and communicate on all levels fostering productive working relationships with the joint venture partner organisations
* Experience managing engineering IT tools, systems integration, and version control
* Proficient in scripting, coding, and working with cloud platforms.
* Skilled in data analysis and visualisation using tools such as PowerBI or Tableau.
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 Edgewing team
You will be joining a highly motivated, experienced team within the BAE Systems Air sector, committed to the delivery and progression of a Future Combat Air System (FCAS) for the UK. You will play a central role in working across a diverse stakeholder group of functional and delivery teams including tri national industry and government colleagues from across our partner nations to support the delivery of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).
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
Closing Date: 27th 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.
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