Principal Support Engineer
BAE Critical Skills, Barrow-in-Furness. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements available. Salary: Competitive.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Act as the primary point of contact for the customer on all aspects of platform management and integrated control systems at an operational level.
* Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external partners to integrate platform management software and digital diagnostic/monitoring systems into centralised control environments.
* Work closely with human factors and usability specialists to develop user interfaces and console solutions for central control areas and electronic damage management systems.
* Lead stakeholder engagement in the development of warning/alert management solutions across the entire platform, including chairing workshops and reviewing technical documentation.
* Coordinate with multiple organisations to define long‑term support, maintenance and lifecycle management arrangements for platform management and other complex systems.
* Support the delivery and testing of platform management systems and simulators, including participation in trials to validate usability, interoperability and operational documentation.
Your Skills And Experiences
* Experience operating complex engineering systems in high‑integrity environments, ideally with watchkeeping, operational duty, or equivalent supervisory responsibility.
* Knowledge of whole‑life support, maintenance or sustainment activities for complex engineered platforms.
* Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present confidently to large audiences and produce clear, high‑quality technical documentation.
Benefits
Competitive pension scheme, employee share plans and an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts. Eligible for an annual incentive.
Team Overview
You will be joining the Operations And Through Life Support Team working on the cutting‑edge Dreadnought‑class Submarine, where safety and operational excellence are paramount. This role involves interacting with a wide range of complex systems to ensure the submarine’s safety and performance. You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including the Ministry of Defence, in‑service Submariners, and key industry partners such as Babcock, Integrated Logistics Support, and trainers. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in developing Through‑Life Support Solutions, working closely with our customers within the Alliance to ensure long‑term sustainability and effectiveness. Relocation support packages are offered across all Submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria.
Why BAE Systems?
We encourage people from all backgrounds and provide reasonable adjustments for disabilities or health conditions that may influence assessment. We welcome you to be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfil your potential.
Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and higher levels of National Security Vetting may be required, typically with 5‑10 years of continuous UK residency depending on the level.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Information Technology
Industries
Software Development
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