Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

BAE Systems; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer to contribute to the design of next-generation attack submarines for the Royal Navy. The role involves developing control solutions, overseeing project delivery, and mentoring team members within a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience with large-scale systems.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in developing C&I designs for large-scale systems.
• Proficiency in authoring/reviewing design documents.
• Degree or equivalent in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Develop functional design for Vehicle Control solution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for delivery oversight.
• Support assurance activities with the Chief Engineer.

Skills

C&I design development

Managing non-functional requirements

Design document authoring/reviewing

Education

Degree 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 working arrangements; please discuss options with your recruiter.

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

What you'll be doing:

1. Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution for SSNA.
2. Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution and strategy.
3. Support assurance activities in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Engineer.
4. Work with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system, reporting progress via agile tools.
5. Ensure the engineering delivery plan is met and delivered on schedule.
6. Guide and instruct on engineering methods/processes to support plan delivery.
7. Develop technical solutions with the Engineering Delivery Team, mentoring team members.
8. Engage with legacy stakeholders to develop solutions from baseline designs.

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Experience in developing C&I designs for large-scale systems meeting various standards.
• Experience managing non-functional requirements like EMC and shock compliance.
• Proficiency in authoring/reviewing design documents such as I/O schedules, specifications, interface control documents.
• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science.

Desirable:

• Understanding of control system architecture and communication protocols (e.g., RS-485, PROFIBUS).
• Experience with IEC 61508 or similar safety standards and supporting evidence production.
• Experience with manoeuvring systems across industries.

Benefits:

Includes pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible health and lifestyle benefits, green car scheme, private health plans, shopping discounts, and potential annual incentives.

The Platform Complex Systems team:

Contribute to defining and designing the Royal Navy's next-generation attack submarines, working with legacy and new control systems, collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, and the Royal Navy. Relocation support is available for eligible roles.

Why BAE Systems?

Make a difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and merit. We support candidates with disabilities or health conditions with reasonable adjustments. Many roles are subject to security and export controls, requiring security clearances and residency criteria.

Closing Date: 30th May 2025. Early applications are encouraged as we may close the vacancy early if filled.