Join Our Team as a Senior/Principal Platform Systems Mechanical Engineer!
Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Full-time on-site presence required)
Salary: Competitive
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a key player in our Mechanical Platform Systems team, you will:
* Develop Design Evidence: Create a robust package of design evidence to ensure safety and effectiveness, instilling confidence in our customers.
* Prototype Development: Specify and assist in building prototypes, products, and systems ready for testing.
* Issue Resolution: Provide timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues.
* Commitment Management: Ensure that commitments are agreed upon, reviewed, and met.
* Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior engineers on technical matters.
* Effective Presentations: Present complex ideas to both technical and management audiences, staying updated on novel concepts and markets.
* Technical Documentation: Author and co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents, and presentations as needed.
Your Skills and Experience:
We’re looking for candidates who possess:
* Educational Background: A degree in Engineering, Mechanical, or Science subjects.
* Documentation Skills: Ability to create and present design documentation to customers and broader groups.
* Problem-Solving Ability: Proficiency in solving complex engineering calculations.
* Technical Proficiency: Experience with CAD, MS Office, and other IT applications.
Benefits of Joining Us:
At BAE Systems, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including:
* Competitive pension scheme
* Employee share plans
* Flexible discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
* Green car scheme and private health plans
* Shopping discounts
* Potential eligibility for an annual incentive
About the Mechanical Platform Systems Team:
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
* Engage in planning and reactive support for engineering aspects of testing and commissioning activities.
* Contribute to some of our most complex projects while ensuring design intent is maintained.
* Experience fantastic career development opportunities.
We also offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria.
Why Choose BAE Systems?
Here, 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 Security Information: 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: 10th December 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please submit your application as soon as possible!
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