Test & Facilities Engineering Manager

Appcast; Millom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Test and Facilities Engineering Manager to oversee the AVC Test Team and ensure compliance with testing standards. The role involves managing test schedules and liaising with suppliers, offering a hybrid work environment and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave Allowance

Company-Contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible Working

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2Work

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Significant knowledge in SIM/STIM test processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the AVC Test Team.
• Produce and manage complex systems testing schedules.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Test Process Knowledge

Education

BSc in Engineering

MSc in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Test and Facilities Engineering Manager

Location: Barrow

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience

What you'll be doing:

1. Provide specialist knowledge and subject matter expertise in the build, test, and operation of SIM/STIM test rig capabilities.
2. Manage and lead the AVC Test Team, maintaining a safe operating environment.
3. Produce and manage complex systems testing schedules across multiple facilities, capabilities, and locations.
4. Create, manage, and deliver test instructions, reports, procedures, and test evidence to satisfy the AVC test and qualification plans.
5. Ensure facility and rig compliance with contractual requirements and that work is undertaken in accordance with company, safety, environmental, contractual, and local business processes, standards, procedures, and documentation.
6. Act as the site liaison with suppliers and AVC One regarding the AVC test capabilities.

Yourskills and experiences:

Essential:

• BSc degree in Engineering or equivalent STEM-related subject.
• Significant knowledge in SIM/STIM - Test process and practices in complex software-intensive systems in the defence, maritime, or closely linked industry.
• A working understanding of test environments, qualification evidence, and SHE.
• Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder management.

Desirable:

• MSc in Engineering or STEM-related subject.
• Submarines domain knowledge.
• Chartered Engineer.

Benefits:

You will receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2Work, and employee discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The AVC Systems Team:

You will be part of the AVC team responsible for designing, building, commissioning, and operating multiple testing capabilities and facilities that verify the operation and performance of systems controlling submarine platform manoeuvrability. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.

Why BAESystems?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. We value diversity, integrity, and merit, and empower our employees to fulfill their potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented groups including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit eligibility based on nationality, place of birth, or previous nationalities. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher-level security vetting may require 5 to 10 years of UK residency.

Closing Date: 28th May 2025

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