Mast Mechanical Design Lead

ZipRecruiter; Cowes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Mast Mechanical Design Lead, where you'll develop next-generation radar systems in the defence industry. This role offers a dynamic environment with hybrid working options, focusing on operational excellence and innovative engineering solutions. You'll lead teams, apply engineering principles, and interface with key stakeholders to deliver cutting-edge technology that serves and protects. Enjoy competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive culture that values integrity and inclusivity.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Expertise in Mechanical Engineering and Finite Element Analysis.
• Experience leading large-scale complex system designs.

Responsibilities

• Apply systems engineering principles to develop radar systems.
• Lead technical and business teams and manage associated costs.
• Interface with customers and suppliers.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Finite Element Analysis

CAD

System Design

Agile

Education

Higher education in a relevant STEM discipline

Tools

Mechanical Engineering Analysis

Modelling and Simulation tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Mast Mechanical Design Lead

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

Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on skills and experience

Overview

Take on a dynamic role as a Mast Mechanical Design Lead at the forefront of real-world demands in the defence industry. You will ensure operational excellence for existing products and develop next-generation radar systems to counter emerging threats, contributing to our strategy for new technology. Your daily responsibilities will involve applying engineering principles across the entire development lifecycle to develop radar systems used by those who serve and protect us.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Provide expert knowledge through substantial experience to apply systems engineering principles, ISO 15288 standards, and specialized mechanical engineering expertise to develop or resolve issues related to complex shipborne structures with integrated sensor configurations.
2. Lead technical and business teams, including management and control of associated costs.
3. Analyze, define, evaluate, plan, and deliver solutions that meet program, business, and customer requirements.
4. Interface with customers, suppliers, and other departments, acting as an engineering ambassador.
5. Assist in developing engineering capabilities and monitor the professional growth of engineers to meet future discipline needs.

Your skills and experience:

• Subject matter expertise in Mechanical Engineering, particularly Structures and Finite Element Analysis (Static and Dynamic Shock and Vibration), or equivalent experience.
• Ability to generate requirements and translate concepts into production-ready designs.
• Experience with CAD, Mechanical Engineering Analysis, Modelling, and Simulation tools.
• Experience leading large-scale complex system designs.
• Knowledge of various engineering lifecycle models (e.g., Waterfall, Agile).
• Higher education in a relevant STEM discipline or equivalent experience.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.

Benefits:

Competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and potential annual incentives.

The Radar Systems Engineering Team:

The Integrated Mast Mechanical Design Lead is a subject matter expert responsible for conceptual development of future shipborne mast structures housing radars, sensors, communications, and ship services. This role offers opportunities to enhance your skills and career within a global business, with support for learning about contemporary radar techniques and developing technical leadership.

Enjoy flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Our Cowes workplace is accessible from Southampton via ferry and shuttle service. Our flexible working approach allows for adaptable hours to balance work and personal life.

Why BAE Systems?

Make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values integrity and merit. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, including underrepresented communities. If you have any health conditions that could affect assessment, discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Many roles require security and export control clearances, including the Baseline Personnel Security Standard and higher levels of vetting depending on the role.

Closing date: 16th May 2025

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Apply early to be considered.