Join Our Team as a Senior Mechanical Engineer!
Location: Coventry (Onsite Position)
Salary: Competitive
What You'll Be Doing
Step into an exciting opportunity with our newly formed Mechanical Engineering team in Coventry! Your mission? To deliver essential ship services, crew life support capabilities, and cutting-edge equipment for the current and next generation of Nuclear Submarines. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting the design and development of critical systems for the SSN AUKUS.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development of various mechanical engineering systems, equipment, and components.
* Build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure equipment and component specifications meet challenging demands.
* Collaborate directly with customers to develop requirements and acceptance criteria based on operational scenarios and design considerations.
* Perform and review engineering calculations and analyses to make informed decisions and demonstrate system performance.
* Coordinate and manage a diverse stakeholder base to solve complex engineering problems and make responsible engineering decisions.
Your Skills and Experience
Essential:
* Background in Mechanical Engineering, particularly in Rotating Machinery, Components, or Fluid Dynamics.
* Proven experience in applying mechanical engineering principles across various products and stages of the product lifecycle.
* Strong prioritization skills and the ability to thrive in a cross-functional team environment.
* A passion for problem-solving and tackling complex engineering challenges.
* Degree in Engineering, Mechanical, or Science subjects.
Desirable:
* Experience in Leadership or Mentoring.
Why Join Us?
At BAE Systems, we offer more than just a job; we provide a pathway to grow and thrive. Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, and a wide range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including:
* Green car scheme
* Private health plans
* Shopping discounts
* Potential eligibility for an annual incentive
The Platform Systems Team
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in our Platform Systems team, you'll be part of a dynamic group dedicated to innovative submarine design. This is your chance to mentor junior staff and enhance your technical skills. We also offer relocation support for eligible candidates across all Submarine roles.
Why BAE Systems?
Join a culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and empowers you to reach your full potential. We are committed to inclusivity and welcome 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.
Important Information
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 positions. 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 may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—submit your application as soon as possible!