Overview
Job Title: Senior Engineer – Operability
Location: Barrow-In-Furness, Portsmouth, Weymouth, Frimley or Filton – hybrid and flexible working arrangements available. Please speak to your recruiter about options for this role.
Salary: Competitive
Responsibilities
* Reviewing/assessing the developing SSN-AUKUS Submarine design to ensure it is safe, operable, and habitable by its crew. This includes attending design reviews, reviewing the 3D CAD model, reviewing design documentation, participating in experimental design and user trials, and providing design guidance and sharing of SQEP knowledge.
* Providing specialist support to safety activities (e.g., HAZID, HAZOPS, ALARP optioneering workshops).
* Supporting the Operating Documentation Production Authority in derivation and verification of OPDOC documentation.
Qualifications
* Experienced in the following discipline (Astute preferred): CAT B/C Ships Platform Systems operator/maintainer with relevant qualifications.
* Experience and knowledge across Platform systems, Electrical Generation & Distribution, and/or Whole Boat activities.
* General understanding of the manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing processes used within the business.
* Basic understanding of the environmental challenges the product will face.
* Knowledge of the capabilities and appropriate uses of specialised analysis tools.
* Knowledge or recognition of relevant engineering standards (including safety and environmental regulations).
Benefits
You’ll receive a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, and employee discounts; you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
The Operability team
You will work alongside a team of experienced ex-submariners utilising whole-boat experience from operating the UK SSN & SSBN fleet, including Damage Control and Submarine Escape and Rescue on the current SSN-AUKUS platform design. Relocation support is available for eligible Submarines roles.
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, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfill your potential. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in assessments, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments. Some roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, requiring Baseline Personnel Security Standard or higher vetting.
Closing Date: 8 July 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you are interested, please apply early.
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