Join Us as a Principal Engineer – Systems Engineering (Requirements & Acceptance)
Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid – 2 days on site per fortnight, depending on business needs)
Salary: Up to £60,000 (commensurate with skills and experience)
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Principal Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Centralised C&I Governance Team. Your responsibilities will include:
* Generating and ensuring consistency within the requirement set for 12 major C&I systems, including Distributed Control Systems, Control Console, and Vehicle Control Systems.
* Supporting the wider C&I design for several sub-systems related to Secondary Propulsion, Platform Mechanical, and Platform Electrical.
* Managing various requirements stakeholders to maintain consistency across the Centralised C&I team.
* Assisting in the development of a functional design for the systems within the scope of Centralised C&I.
* Assessing designs for compliance with requirements, ensuring risks are mitigated as much as possible.
* Providing guidance on engineering methods and processes to deliver the engineering delivery plan.
* Developing instructions to ensure consistent technical excellence.
* Collaborating with the Engineering Delivery Team to develop technical solutions while nurturing team members' growth.
Your Skills and Experience
Essential:
* Degree qualified in an Engineering discipline.
* Experience in regulated industries such as Defence, Oil and Gas, or Nuclear.
* Professional knowledge and experience in C&I design across the entire lifecycle.
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Well-developed experience in full lifecycle requirements management.
Desirable:
* Experience in Supplier Requirements management.
Why Join Us?
At BAE Systems, we believe in rewarding your hard work with a competitive benefits package, including:
* Comprehensive pension scheme.
* Employee share plans.
* Flexible discounted 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 SSNA CCI Governance Team
In this role, you will be part of a newly formed governance team responsible for developing processes and providing assurance for the next generation of Nuclear Attack Submarines. This is a unique opportunity to shape future ways of working and lay the foundations for the success of the SSNA C&I programme. We also offer relocation support packages for eligible candidates across all Submarine roles.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you can truly make a difference. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and rewards integrity and merit. You’ll be empowered to reach your full potential, and we welcome individuals from all backgrounds. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Important 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 roles. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.
Closing Date: 15th February 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
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