Join Our Team as a Senior Engineer – Systems Engineering!
Location: Barrow-in-Furness. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid and flexible working arrangements—let's discuss the best options for you!
Salary: Competitive
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Senior Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our systems engineering processes. Your responsibilities will include:
* Establishing IV&V infrastructure and workflows to support the full V-model lifecycle.
* Setting up and delivering left-hand-side V-model processes, ensuring robust design, integration, and configuration.
* Supporting system and product integration activities, resolving cross-discipline conflicts, and meeting contractual requirements.
* Defining and assuring V&V activities and outputs, providing evidence to substantiate design across the lifecycle.
* Driving cross-engineering collaboration and assurance, working closely with systems engineering teams to coordinate integration delivery.
Your Skills and Experiences
Essential:
* Experience with the installation, configuration, and testing of Category 3 systems and equipment.
* Hands-on involvement in testing and trial activities, including preparation, execution, and review.
* Strong fault investigation and resolution skills within multi-faceted systems.
* HNC in an Engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience in a similar environment.
Desirable:
* Background in defence, naval, or IT environments.
* Experience in commissioning activities, particularly within advanced or safety-critical systems.
Benefits
We offer a competitive pension scheme along with a variety of employee share plans. Enjoy an extensive range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including:
* Green car scheme
* Private health plans
* Shopping discounts
You may also be eligible for an annual incentive!
The SSNA – Platform Complex Systems Team
The Platform Complex Systems (PCS) team is at the heart of the SSNA programme, responsible for establishing IV&V infrastructure and supporting system integration across the full lifecycle. You will work closely with stakeholders to resolve engineering challenges and ensure major systems are well-defined and integrated. This is a fantastic opportunity for growth, cross-programme exposure, and support toward chartership while contributing directly to the delivery of complex platform systems. Relocation support packages are available for eligible candidates.
Why BAE Systems?
At BAE Systems, you’ll have the chance to make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and rewards integrity. We empower you to fulfill your potential, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, we encourage you to discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain roles. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.
Closing Date: 10th February 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please submit your application as soon as possible!
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