Principal Engineer - Test Integration
Location: Barrow-in-Furness, England (On-site)
Salary: Competitive
What You’ll Be Doing
* Utilise technical information from stakeholders and design teams to produce test documentation evaluating the rigour of the systems under test.
* Understand and interpret customer needs for integration activities and ensure agreed deliverables are met.
* Undertake integration testing in line with approved test procedures and take ownership of verification and validation activities for assigned systems.
* Investigate complex technical faults and queries in the integrated systems, drawing on a solid understanding of the underlying technical design.
* Act as a technical liaison between design and commissioning teams on test‑related topics.
* Compile and communicate test/fault/investigation evidence and reports in verbal, informal and formal written mediums.
* Develop test strategies and procedures in collaboration with systems design teams.
* Contribute to the development of the integration test capability through process and facilities workshops, project planning and coaching/mentoring other staff.
Essential
* Relevant qualification or engineering experience (Degree/HNC/HND or equivalent).
* Ability to provide technical knowledge and instruction during emergent incidents.
* Knowledge and understanding of control systems.
* Knowledge and understanding of electrical testing and/or software testing.
* Experience of test and acceptance in a high‑assurance engineering environment.
Desirable
* Detailed knowledge of safety controls & procedures in an operational environment.
Benefits
Competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits—including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
The Test & Integration Team
As a Principal Integration Test Engineer within the Test & Integration team you will develop and perform innovative integration testing, covering specialised systems of state‑of‑the‑art electrical programmable equipment. You will play a pivotal role in the creation of complex test procedures governing critical de‑risking activities. The team is expected to grow rapidly, offering significant development opportunities. We offer relocation support packages across all submarine roles, subject to eligibility criteria.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you can make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.
Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. All applicants must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, typically requiring 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency depending on the vetting level. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Closing Date: 23rd October 2025.
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