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 to ensure safe and effective solutions that inspire customer confidence.
* Specify and assist in building prototypes and systems ready for testing.
* Provide timely corrective actions on all assigned defects and issues.
* Ensure commitments are agreed upon, reviewed, and met.
* Mentor junior engineers on technical matters, sharing your expertise.
* Make impactful presentations to both technical and management audiences, staying updated on novel concepts and markets.
* Author and co-author technical reports, papers, articles, patents, and presentations as needed.
Your Skills and Experiences:
We’re looking for someone who has:
* A degree in Engineering, Mechanical, or Science subjects.
* The ability to create and present design documentation to customers and wider groups.
* Strong problem-solving skills for complex engineering calculations.
* Proficiency in CAD, MS Office, and comfort with various IT applications.
Benefits That Matter:
At BAE Systems, we believe in rewarding our team members. Enjoy:
* A competitive pension scheme.
* Employee share plans.
* An extensive range of flexible 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 Mechanical Platform Systems Team:
Join a dynamic team where you will:
* Be involved in planning and reactive support for safe engineering testing and commissioning activities.
* Contribute to some of our most complex projects, paving the way for fantastic career development.
* Receive relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria.
Why Choose BAE Systems?
This is your chance to make a real 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 in a welcoming environment.
If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, we encourage you to discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
Important Information:
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 roles. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.
Closing Date: 6th March 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—apply today!
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