Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Brough; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor seeks a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer for designing the Royal Navy's next attack submarine. The role involves developing vehicle control solutions and managing engineering standards, requiring a strong background in engineering and control systems. Working in a hybrid environment and contributing to advanced military technology while collaborating with a diverse team ensures a rewarding career.

Benefits

Competitive pension

Employee share plans

Flexible benefits including health and wellbeing discounts

Private health plans

Annual incentives

Qualifications

• Experience developing C&I designs for large-scale systems.
• Knowledge of EMC and shock compliance.
• Proficiency in design documents like I/O schedules and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop functional design for Vehicle Control solution.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for solution and strategy delivery.
• Collaborate on assurance activities with the Chief Engineer.

Skills

C&I designs

Managing non-functional requirements

Design document proficiency

Control system architecture understanding

Communication protocols

IEC 61508 safety standards

Education

Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science

Job description

Job Title: Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Filton, or Manchester (minimum 2 days on-site per fortnight). We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements; please consult your recruiter for options.

Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience.

What You’ll Be Doing:

1. Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution for SSNA.
2. Coordinate with stakeholders to oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution and strategy.
3. Collaborate with the Office of the Chief Engineer to support assurance activities.
4. Work with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system, reporting progress through agile tools.
5. Ensure timely delivery of the engineering plan, providing guidance on engineering methods and processes.
6. Engage with the Engineering Delivery Team to develop technical solutions and support team development.
7. Work with legacy stakeholders on technical solutions based on known baseline designs.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in developing C&I designs for large-scale systems, meeting functional, defence, and industrial standards.
• Knowledge of managing non-functional requirements such as EMC and shock compliance.
• Proficiency in authoring/reviewing design documents like I/O schedules, functional specifications, interface control documents.
• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science.
• Desirable: Understanding of control system architecture, communication protocols (RS-485, PROFIBUS), IEC 61508 safety standards, and experience with manoeuvring systems.

Benefits:

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

The Platform Complex Systems Team:

Contribute to designing the Royal Navy’s next attack submarine, working with legacy and new control technologies, collaborating with stakeholders and suppliers. Relocation support is available for eligible roles.

Why BAE Systems?

Join an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and empowers your potential. We support applicants with health conditions or disabilities and ensure our recruitment processes are inclusive.

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

Closing Date: 27th June 2025. We may close early if sufficient applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.