Join Our Team as a Principal Engineer - Test Integration!
Location: Barrow-in-Furness (On-Site)
Salary: Competitive
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Principal Engineer in Test Integration, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and performance of our systems. Your responsibilities will include:
* Collaborating with design teams to create comprehensive test documentation that evaluates system rigor.
* Interpreting customer needs for integration activities and delivering agreed-upon outcomes.
* Conducting integration testing according to approved procedures, taking full ownership of verification and validation activities.
* Investigating complex technical faults and queries related to integrated systems, leveraging your deep understanding of technical design.
* Acting as a technical liaison between design and commissioning teams on test-related topics.
* Compiling and communicating test evidence and reports through various mediums.
* Developing test strategies and procedures in collaboration with Systems design teams.
* Enhancing our Integration test capability through workshops, project planning, and mentoring fellow staff members.
Your Skills and Experiences:
Essential:
* Relevant qualification or engineering experience (Degree/HNC/HND or equivalent).
* Ability to provide technical knowledge and instruction during emergent incidents.
* Expertise in guiding Control Systems.
* Understanding of Electrical Testing and/or Software Testing.
* Experience in Test and Acceptance within a high assurance engineering environment.
Desirable:
* In-depth knowledge of safety controls and procedures in an operational environment.
Benefits:
At BAE Systems, we believe in rewarding our team members. Along with a competitive pension scheme, you will enjoy:
* Employee share plans.
* An extensive range of flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits.
* A green car scheme and private health plans.
* Shopping discounts and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.
The Test & Integration Team:
As part of our dynamic Test & Integration team, you will engage in innovative integration testing of state-of-the-art electrical programmable equipment. Your contributions will be vital in developing complex test procedures that govern critical de-risking activities.
This team is essential in testing vital boat systems, writing test procedures, and delivering key measures during the submarine build process. With our team expected to grow rapidly, you will have ample opportunities for professional development.
We also offer relocation support packages for eligible candidates across all Submarines roles.
Why BAE Systems?
Join us and make a real difference! At BAE Systems, you will be part of an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives, rewards integrity, and empowers you to reach your full potential. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and strive to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, 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 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: 23rd October 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!