Engineering Specialist – Systems – NCSISS Systems Architect

BAE Systems (New); Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Systems Architect, where your expertise in MBSE and systems engineering will drive innovative combat system solutions. In this pivotal role, you will lead architecting activities, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure high-quality outputs that align with strategic goals. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization empowers you to thrive and make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. Embrace this exciting opportunity to shape the future of naval combat systems while enjoying a range of flexible working arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Employee Share Plans

Flexible Discounted Health Benefits

Private Health Plans

Shopping Discounts

Green Car Scheme

Annual Incentive

Qualifications

• Experience in architecting methods/toolsets and MBSE is essential.
• High level understanding of systems engineering is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead combat system architecting activities and workshops.
• Deliver high quality outputs to meet time and budget demands.

Skills

MBSE

Systems Engineering

Architecting Frameworks

Technical Support

Education

Engineering Degree

STEM Subjects Qualification

Tools

Enterprise Architect

MATLAB

System Composer

Job description

Job title: Lead Systems Architect

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

Salary: Circa £70,000 dependent on skills and experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Direct, Lead and Participate in Combat System architecting activities including workshops and formal meetings as required by the customer and external stakeholders
• Take ownership of tasking when allocated as Task/Team lead and drive through to conclusion utilising allocated resource appropriately
• Conduct analysis in support of modelling (MBSE) activities to establish implications on service based architecture vision and capture output
• Keep abreast of CS advances and major system changes in order to remain current and competent (identify and attend training acquaints and in house briefings as appropriate)
• Identify suitable analysis training needs as new capabilities are identified and apply good practice to daily work through utilisation of the Shared Records area and keeping good track of documentation amendments
• Deliver high quality outputs to meet demand of time and budget

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Experience of architecting methods/toolsets and MBSE
• A high level understanding of systems engineering, approaches, processes and procedures
• Architecting frameworks and system modelling experience
• Proven ability to provide technical support and coaching of team members

Desirable:

• Experience of Enterprise Architect, MATLAB, System Composer
• Requirements management knowledge/experience
• Combat systems experience

Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered.

Benefits:

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 NCSISS (Naval Combat Systems Integration Support Service) Team:

As part of this role you will provide strategic direction and alignment for all NCSISS related architecting tasking streams, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team.

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, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Closing Date: 14^th February 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.