Join Our Team as a Senior/Principal 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.
* Lead and develop 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.
* Take the lead in performing and reviewing engineering calculations and analyses to demonstrate system performance.
* Coordinate and manage a diverse stakeholder base to solve complex engineering problems and make informed decisions.
Your Skills and Experiences
Essential:
* Background in Mechanical Engineering, particularly in Rotating Machinery, Components, or Fluid Dynamics.
* Proven experience in applying mechanical engineering 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 roles.
Benefits
We believe in rewarding our team members! Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional perks include:
* Flexible working arrangements
* Employee assistance program
* Cycle2work scheme
* Employee discounts
* Potential eligibility for an annual incentive
The Platform Systems Team
As a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer in our Platform Systems team, you’ll be part of a dynamic group at our new Coventry site. Collaborate with passionate engineers to innovate submarine design and mentor junior staff to enhance their technical skills. We also offer relocation support for eligible candidates across all Submarine roles.
Why BAE Systems?
At BAE Systems, you’ll make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity and rewards integrity. We empower you to reach your full potential and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those currently underrepresented in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in assessments, please 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, previous nationalities, and place of birth 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, typically necessitating 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency.
Closing Date: 3rd June 2025
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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