Principal Software Assurance Engineer
Where? Barrow‑In‑Furness, Filton, Frimley, Broad Oak, Brough or Weymouth. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary: Competitive
What You’ll Be Doing
* Work with our customer to agree an acceptable approach to risk
* Plan and carry out software assurance activities including reviews of plans, processes, witnessing testing, inspections and auditing
* Review software plans, documentation and software aspects of system level plans and documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback
* Engage with System Designers, Software Developers and other engineering disciplines in the design process to ensure that software meets requirements
* Document the level of risk, provide evidence and reporting for Senior Management
* Work with a range of stakeholders at all levels to resolve non-conformances and programme risks
Essential
* Familiarity with various software types, including programmable electronics, is beneficial; a strong grasp of software lifecycle principles and their application across different software types is essential
* Understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle and its relationship to software development
* Logical thinking and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to find practical solutions and align stakeholders with the resolution
Desirable
* Experience of Software Assurance methods and processes, including audit and review
* Understanding of the application of software engineering, security, quality and safety standards
* Ability to understand strategic direction and tailor actions to support this
Benefits
BAE Systems offers a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and an annual incentive. Relocation support packages are available for eligible submarine roles.
The Team
This growing role offers significant opportunities for technical and personal development within the SSNA programme. You will be actively involved in decision making and problem resolution for critical design aspects and will gain a broad view of the business and customer organisations.
Why BAE Systems?
BAE Systems values inclusion, diversity of thought, integrity, and merit. We support reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or health conditions. Roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, requiring baseline security clearance and, for many roles, higher national security vetting. Applicants must meet residency requirements for vetting.
Closing Date
3rd November 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
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