Join Us as a Principal Systems Engineer – C&I!
Location: Barrow (Hybrid)
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Salary: Competitive (Based on your skills and experience)
Your Mission:
As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the Command and Information (C&I) design for the Royal Navy’s next-generation attack submarines. Here’s what you’ll be doing:
* Crafting systems models, including functional, logical, and interface models for over 12 major C&I systems, such as Distributed Control Systems and Vehicle Control Systems.
* Collaborating closely with system owners to challenge and simplify system designs.
* Supporting the design of various C&I sub-systems, including Secondary Propulsion and Platform Electrical.
* Managing stakeholders to ensure consistency across the Centralised C&I team.
* Contributing to the development of functional designs for systems within the Centralised C&I scope.
* Delivering on the engineering delivery plan, ensuring timely execution.
Your Skills and Experience:
Essentials:
* Degree qualified.
* Experience in the C&I domain.
* Proven ability to work with multi-discipline teams.
* Experience in requirements management within regulated industries such as defence, Oil and Gas, and Nuclear.
Desirable:
* Familiarity with Systems Engineering toolsets like CAMEO, Enterprise Architect, and DOORs.
* Experience in C&I design throughout the lifecycle, especially in early-stage design.
* Background in regulated industries such as Defence, Oil and Gas, and Nuclear.
What We Offer:
At BAE Systems, we value our employees and provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* A competitive pension scheme.
* Employee share plans.
* Flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme and private health plans.
* Shopping discounts and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.
About the Centralised C&I Team:
Join a team dedicated to defining and shaping the future of naval technology. You will work alongside internal teams, external stakeholders, international partners, and suppliers to ensure the successful delivery of critical projects. We also offer relocation support packages for eligible candidates across all Submarines roles.
Why Choose BAE Systems?
Here, you can truly make a difference! We foster an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and rewards integrity and merit. We empower you to reach your full potential. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in assessments, we encourage you to discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Important Security Information:
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:
3rd February 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—submit your application as soon as possible!