Lead Mechanical Engineer - Product Assurance (Hybrid)

BAE Systems; England; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer - Product Assurance to deliver engineering assurance for submarine technologies. This role involves planning assurance activities, leading reviews, and ensuring compliance across major submarine programmes. Candidates need a Mechanical Engineering degree or robust equivalent experience, alongside strong skills in design review and problem resolution. The position offers hybrid working options and is central to advanced engineering challenges.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineer degree preferred, strong experience in design/commissioning considered.
• Experience identifying issues and driving resolutions.
• Capability in design proving through verification and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering assurance across submarine products.
• Plan assurance activities using risk-based approach.
• Lead assurance reviews, validating design decisions.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering background

Hands-on experience with event reporting systems

Design reviews knowledge

Complex technical challenges resolution

Education

Mechanical Engineer degree (preferred)

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer - Product Assurance to deliver engineering assurance for submarine technologies. This role involves planning assurance activities, leading reviews, and ensuring compliance across major submarine programmes. Candidates need a Mechanical Engineering degree or robust equivalent experience, alongside strong skills in design review and problem resolution. The position offers hybrid working options and is central to advanced engineering challenges.