Lead Mechanical Engineer – Hydraulic Systems

Overview

Job title: Lead Mechanical Engineer – Hydraulic Systems

Location: Weymouth, Filton, Frimley – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Circa £55,000

• Reviewing combat design and providing Mechanical design feedback (Structural, Thermal & Hydraulic) in the Naval/Marine domain
• Taking ownership of specific Mechanical design issues and managing Integrated Combat Systems
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders while managing updates and design inputs
• Production of CS Mechanical design interface information
• Performing Engineering calculations and generating associated test specifications and procedures
• Producing Engineering Drawings in FORAN/CADS5/Viso to BS 8888

Essential:

• Hydraulic / Pneumatic Systems Engineering experience
• Degree or HND qualified with experience
• Chartered or working towards Chartership

Desirable:

• Defence Standard knowledge/ Experience

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, 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.

The Platform Physical Design Team is part of the specialist engineering services and provides a key role in physically incorporating Integrated Combat System Equipment onto our Royal Navy Submarine Fleet. This is a critical role in delivering the product to the customer and will allow you to liaise with high-level stakeholders and develop a lasting career with BAE Systems.

We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. This role may be 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.

Closing Date: 29th August 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please submit your application as early as possible.