Overview
Job Title: Commissioning Project Leader – Ships – Mechanical
Location: Barrow-in-Furness. This role will be full time on site
Salary: Competitive
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What You’ll Be Doing
* Acting as Ships mechanical subject matter expert for test and commissioning
* Assisting in creating the test and commissioning plan
* Providing SQEP input into design decisions
* Assisting in identifying and developing the use of toolsets and software
* Leading by example in all aspects of safety and process compliance
* Responsible for the development and leadership of a team of mechanical engineers
* Review, authorise and evaluate test documentation to enable safe delivery of a testing / commissioning programme and support contractual acceptance
* Deputise for the Commissioning Manager in their absence and act as temporary lead, covering all section meetings
* Liaise with multiple stakeholders to ensure safe control of work, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including operations and engineering
* Task allocation, delegation and distribution of daily tasks
Essential Skills and Experiences
* Degree/HNC/HND in an Engineering discipline or equivalent experience
* Understanding of ships systems and their testing and commissioning
* Understanding of overall submarine systems and their operation
* Experience leading a team
* Competent with IT systems and software (Microsoft products)
* Working knowledge of the Engineering Lifecycle
Desirable
* Experience with SAP and Teamcenter
* Maritime background would be preferable
* CMI Level 5 or equivalent leadership experience
* Specialist engineering knowledge in subject area
* Knowledge and experience of Submarine Ships Systems and equipment (e.g., Tanks, Refrigeration, HVAC, Hydraulics, High Pressure Air, Trim & Ballast Systems)
Benefits
As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers 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; you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
Test and Commissioning Team
As a Commissioning Project Leader – Ships – Mechanical you will manage the Test Section and all associated activities, delivering as part of a wider Test & Commissioning programme or project across Astute and Dreadnought Ships Test Section. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
Why BAE Systems
This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to ensure our recruitment processes are inclusive. 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.
Please note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Applicants must meet required baselines and vetting levels as applicable.
Closing Date: 17th September 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply early if interested.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
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