Principal Engineer - Systems Engineering; Req & Acceptance

Responsibilities

• Generate and assure consistency within the requirement set for 12 major C&I systems including Distributed Control Systems, Control Console and Vehicle Control Systems
• Support the wider C&I design for several C&I sub-systems for Secondary Propulsion, Platform Mechanical and Platform Electrical
• Manage various requirements stakeholders to provide consistency across the Centralised C&I team
• Support the development of a functional design for the systems within scope for Centralised C&I
• Assess the design against compliance to its requirements, ensuring that the design risk is mitigated as far as reasonably practicable
• Provide guidance and instruction on the engineering methods/process to deliver the engineering delivery plan
• Develop guidance and instruction on the engineering methods/process to ensure consistent technical goodness
• Work with the Engineering Delivery Team with varying levels of SQEP to develop technical solutions, developing the team members and nurturing their development

• Degree qualified in Engineering discipline
• Experience with in regulated industry such as Defence, Oil and Gas, or Nuclear
• Professional knowledge and experience in C&I design across the whole lifecycle
• Stakeholder management & communication skills
• Well developed experience in full lifecycle requirements management

• Supplier Requirements management experience

Location:

Barrow-in-Furness - (Hybrid - 2 days on site per fortnight) - (dependent on business needs)

Salary:
Up to £60,000 - (Commensurate with skills and experience)

BAE Systems is an inclusive employer and a member of MyGwork. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

Benefits: competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts; annual incentive may apply.

The SSNA CCI Governance Team:
As a Principal Engineer - Systems Engineering you will work as part of the Centralised C&I Governance Team, responsible for developing the process, procedure and providing assurance for the next generation of Nuclear Attack Submarine. You will be part of a new governance team with opportunities to craft future ways of working. Relocation support packages are available across Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

This is a place where you can make a real difference. We value diversity of thought, integrity and merit, and empower you to fulfil your potential. If you have a disability or health condition, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments.

Security and export control restrictions apply. Baseline Personnel Security Standard is required; higher levels of National Security Vetting may be needed, with residency requirements in the UK dependent on the role.

Closing Date: 14th December 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Start date:

ASAP