Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

BAE Systems; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense and aerospace is seeking a Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer to develop innovative solutions for vehicle control systems. The role offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects for the Royal Navy's next-generation attack submarine. Candidates will engage with diverse teams and stakeholders, ensuring high standards in engineering practices.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible benefits including health and wellbeing perks

Potential annual incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in designing large-scale C&I systems meeting various standards.
• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science.

Responsibilities

• Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee delivery of the vehicle control solution.
• Ensure delivery of the engineering plan on schedule.

Skills

Designing large-scale C&I systems

Managing non-functional requirements

Proficiency in design documents

Knowledge of control system architecture

Experience with IEC 61508

Experience with maneuvering systems

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Physics

Degree in Maths

Degree in Science

Job description

Principal Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Portsmouth, South East, United Kingdom

BAE Systems

Posted 1 day ago

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Full 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 speak to your recruiter about options for this role.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop a functional design for the Vehicle Control solution for SSNA.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee the delivery of the vehicle control solution and strategy.
• Support assurance activities in coordination with the Office of the Chief Engineer.
• Work with the engineering manager to deliver the vehicle control system, reporting progress through agile tools.
• Ensure delivery of the engineering plan on schedule.
• Guide and instruct on engineering methods and processes.
• Develop technical solutions with the Engineering Delivery Team, fostering team development.
• Engage with legacy stakeholders to develop solutions from baseline designs.

Your skills and experiences:

• Experience in designing large-scale C&I systems meeting various standards.
• Managing non-functional requirements like EMC and shock compliance.
• Proficiency in authoring/reviewing design documents such as I/O schedules and interface control documents.
• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or Science.
• Knowledge of control system architecture and communication protocols (e.g., RS-485, PROFIBUS).
• Experience with IEC 61508 – Functional Safety and safety evidence documentation.
• Experience with maneuvering systems from various industries.

We offer a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, flexible benefits including health, wellbeing, and lifestyle perks, and potential annual incentives.

The Platform Complex Systems team:

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

Why BAE Systems?

Join a diverse, inclusive environment that values integrity and merit. We support candidates with disabilities or health conditions through reasonable adjustments. Many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, with requirements for security vetting based on residency history.

Closing Date: 30th May 2025

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Submit your application early to be considered.